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7-Day Culture in Medieval Avignon, Roman Arles and Mediterranean Marseille

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Overview

Embark on a Provence tour over seven days from the medieval city of Avignon on the Rhône River to the multi-cultural city of Marseille on the Mediterranean coast. Along the way, you'll pass by the little town of Arles in the hinterland of Provence; not as famous but worth the journey!

Explore the architectural and historical hot spots in the City of Popes, Avignon, and visit the Roman arenas in Arles before finishing on a high note in Marseille where you can enjoy the Mediterranean culture and gastronomy.

You’ll be guided by locals in the three destinations to discover all the secrets of them! In just a week you’ll get a sense of the French way of living and be fully immersed in the Provençal spirit.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Avignon

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Arrival in Avignon

After a flight or a train from Paris or another city, you will reach Avignon train station. For your first day on this Provence tour, after having checked-in in your cosy hotel, you start wandering in this medieval city and discovering its architecture and spirit! Today is free for you to enjoy, take a stroll and relax in Avignon's ancient beauty.

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    Accommodation

    Hôtel Central Avignon3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    AvignonOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Taxi from Avignon to Hôtel Central AvignonOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Avignon

Day 2

History of the City of Popes

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History of the City of Popes

There's quite a bit of history in Avignon, as this is where Pope Clemente V moved his court in the 14th century; for several decades it was the seat of the Catholic church. You'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Palais des Papes with a digital tablet to be fully immersed in the 14th century! You can also go to the Pont Saint-Bénézet bridge, famous for the song, Sur le Pont d’Avignon. For dinner, you can head to the city's historic centre to enjoy a meal at a fine local restaurant.

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    Accommodation

    Hôtel Central Avignon3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Avignon City TourOptional Activity

    Avignon’s Papal PalaceOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Avignon

Day 3

From Avignon to Arles

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From Avignon to Arles

After breakfast, check-out of your hotel in Avignon and go to Arles by train. Arles is a Provençal and Roman spot in the South of France with monuments that have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1981. There you can observe a lot of arts of the French artist, Vincent Van Gogh who lived in Arles for a while and produced over 300 paintings in this city! This town is located on the Camargue territory where you can also admire a large diversity of fauna and flora too.

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    Accommodation

    Le Cloître Hôtel à Arles

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    ArlesOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Train from Avignon to Arles

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Avignon

    Arles

Day 4

Roman Treasures of Arles

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Roman Treasures of Arles

The ancient city of Arles is located in southern France between the Rhône River delta and the wetlands
of Camargue Natural Park. It's a unique place that it is defined as much by its historic Roman
architecture as it is by its quintessentially French shady squares and café-lined streets. Today you’ll be guided around the town by your “Arlesian” guide for the day! You’ll visit some famous spots such as the Café Van Gogh located in the historic city centre.

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    Accommodation

    Le Cloître Hôtel à Arles

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Roman Treasures of Arles

    Luma FondationOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Arles

Day 5

Rhone River to the Mediterranean Sea

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Rhone River to the Mediterranean Sea

After breakfast in Arles, check-out of your hotel and transfer by train to the Mediterranean city of Marseille. Once in the multicultural city of Marseille, you’ll check into your charming three-star hotel near Vieux Port and start exploring this historic city on your own! "Historic" might even be an understatement, with 2600 years of history, this is France’s oldest city.

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    Accommodation

    Hôtel Maison Montgrand Vieux-Port3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Le PanierOptional Activity

    Abbaye Saint-VictorOptional Activity

    MuCEM – Musée des Civilisations de l'Europe et de la MéditerranéeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Train from Arles to Marseille

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Arles

    Marseille

Day 6

Marseille Soap Workshop

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Marseille Soap Workshop

Today on your Provence tour, you'll learn the history and processes behind one of Marseille's greatest traditions - homemade soap. In the workshop, you'll be shown the processes before you are free to try making your own "soap noodles". After the workshop, you're free to explore Marseille at your leisure. The golden hour in the city is down by the harbour during sunset when a beautiful hue paints the city.

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    Accommodation

    Hôtel Maison Montgrand Vieux-Port3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Marseille Soap Workshop

    MarseilleOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marseille

Day 7

Departure from Marseille

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Departure from Marseille

Today is your final day in the ancient city. Should you have free time after breakfast, you can explore at your leisure or do some final shopping before you make your own way to the airport or train station. This marks the end of your trip to the south of France. A bientot!

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    Transportations

    Taxi from Hotel Maison Montgrand to Marseille Provence AirportOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marseille

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 2 activities
  • 6 breakfasts
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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