FRANCE
Provence
Aix-En-Provence • The Camargue • Luberon Mountains • Avignon • Cassis
Timeless Provence Provence is a feast for the senses with a striking natural beauty, historic Aix and Avignon, plus the unique Camargue wetlands, stunning Luberon Mountains and rugged coastline. Deep valleys are carpeted with forests, garrigue-covered hillsides are punctuated by cypresses, filling the air with a distinctive Provençal aroma.
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DAY 1 – Arrival in Aix-En-Provence Arrive at Nice, Marseille or Montpellier airports, or journey by Eurostar and high-speed TGV to Aix-en-Provence. This evening we enjoy a welcome dinner for a chance to get to know your travel companions better. (D) DAY 2 – Tour of Aix-En-Provence Aix-en-Provence was founded as a spa town by the Romans and is known as the ‘City of a Thousand Fountains’. The tranquil sound of running water accompanies you down colourful boulevards, through fine squares and labyrinthine alleyways. During a morning guided walking tour you’ll see what inspired Paul Cézanne to produce numerous paintings here. The afternoon is free so perhaps visit Cézanne’s perfectly preserved workshop. Tonight we dine in a local restaurant. (B,D) + Included Experience – Guided walking tour of Aix-en-Provence
Avignon
The Mezquita, Córdoba
Your itinerary
Pont du Gard
DAY 3 – The Camargue We head to the Camargue, the delta of the great Rhône River and a saltwater marshland teeming with around 400 species of birds, including pink flamingos. This designated national park is also home to the iconic black bulls and an ancient breed of white horse. We take a boat trip with commentary to explore this wetland environment – bring your binoculars!
