Provence: The Art of Living

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Alongside experts, immerse yourself in the heritage, architecture, culture and artistry of Provence, enjoying unique access to some of the region’s most fascinating landmarks.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore the 14th-century palace of the popes in Avignon
    • Gain rare access to one of the oldest family ranches in the Camargue, France’s national wildlife reserve near Arles
    • Enjoy a taste of local life in Aix-en-Provence
    • Peruse the stalls overflowing with fresh flowers and produce on market day and sit down to dinner with professionals who live in the city

What's this trip about?

    Alongside experts, immerse yourself in the heritage, architecture, culture and artistry of Provence, enjoying unique access to some of the region’s most fascinating landmarks.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning

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Itinerary

Day
1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day
2 Arrive Marseille, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Aix-en-Provence D Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre Afternoon: Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone with a warm welcome and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule and any changes, ...
Day
3 Aix-en-Provence, French Language Workshop Aix-en-Provence B,L Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles on uneven ground. Breakfast: At the hotel, buffet. Morning: At the hotel, we will enjoy a presentation on the history of Aix...
Day
4 The Life and Legacy of Cézanne Aix-en-Provence B,L,D Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; walking up to 2 miles on even and uneven ground. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: At the hotel, we will listen to an expert lec...
Day
5 Roussillon, Loumarin, Silvacane Abbey Aix-en-Provence B,D Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 86 miles (about 2 hours 35 minutes) throughout the day; walking up to 2 miles on uneven and even ground. B...
Day
6 Marseille, Old Port, Le Panier Aix-en-Provence B,L Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; walking up to 2 miles; many unavoidable steep steps; inclined and uneven terrain; getting in/out of a boat. Breakfast: At the hotel. ...
Day
7 Market Day Aix-en-Provence B,D Adagio Aix-en-Provence Centre Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles during visits; standing for up to 2 hours; even and uneven ground. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: Free time. Discover the wonderful Market day in Aix en...
Day
8 Discover Arles Arles B,D Hotel Le Calendal Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 46 miles (about 1 hour); walking up to 2 miles throughout the date; standing for up to 2 hours. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: By motorcoach we...
Day
9 Roman and Romanesque, Ancient Arles Arles B,L Hotel Le Calendal Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles on uneven and even streets; standing up to 2 hours during visits. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: At the hotel we will learn about the presence of the...
Day
10 Les Baux de Provence, Carrières de Lumière, St Remy Arles B,D Hotel Le Calendal Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; walking up to 2 miles over uneven terrain; inclined path at Les Baux de Provence. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: We will depart...
Day
11 The Camargue, Manade, Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Arles B,L Hotel Le Calendal Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 61 miles (about 1 hours 40 minutes); walking up to 2 miles throughout the day on even and uneven ground. Breakfast...
Day
12 Avignon, Palace of the Popes Arles B,L Hotel Le Calendal Activity note: Getting on/off motorcoach; driving approximately 55 miles (about 1 hour 34 minutes); walking up to 2 miles on even and uneven ground. Breakfast: At the hotel. Morning: We will depa...
Day
13 Program Concludes In Flight B Activity note: See your program’s travel details regarding transfers. If you are an independent traveler (POP status), see “Ground Transportation from Last Location. Breakfast: At the hotel. This concludes our program. If you a...

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Price From $3,399
Price per day$261
Last Updated: 8/27/2021

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This part of France is wonderful

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May 2019

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It exceeded my expectations

This is a lovely itinerary and overall it was a wonderful travel experience - it exceeded my expectations. The tour leader and local experts were great - very capabl...

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  • 23 Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts
  • 6 Lunches
  • 6 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Low Salt, Low Fat
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