In 1309, Pope Clement V chose Avignon over Rome…and for the next seven decades southern France became the headquarters of European Christianity. These days, visitors can ponder Avignon's religious history alongside its flourishing arts and culture scene, all the while enjoying its delicious local food and wine. And still have time to dance on that famous bridge: Le Pont D'Avignon .

Sign up for a private Avignon tour and explore this region of southern France with a knowledgable local guide.

A walking tour is the best way to experience Avignon's medieval city centre. Follow your guide through the grounds of the gorgeous Gothic Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Those with more time can visit the remains of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, a castle built for Pope XXII. Vineyards surround the ruins, so ask your guide to arrange a private tasting. Otherwise, an Avignon wine bar like 17 Place aux Vins should suffice. Choose from their 800 wines, sit back and sip.

Avignon

Full day tour in Luberon National Park and its gorgeous "perched" villages

Let yourself be led for an amazing breakthrough in the Luberon if you want to see as many as possible of the choices, it's the place to go!

Gordes is standing on the edge of the plateau of Vaucluse and is one of the "in" villages of Luberon.

Notre-Dame de Senanque might be considered a must see in Provence in lavender season.
The Cistercian abbey is near the spectacular hilltop village of Gordes in Vaucluse-en-Provence.

Experience Roussillon situated in the heart of one of the biggest ochre deposits in the world and its magnificent red cliffs and ochre quarries.

Discover The Julius bridge, a Roman bridge that crosses the Calavon between Apt and Cavaillon to offer a passage to the Domitia route linking Italy to Spain.

Enjoy Lourmarin, a very animated village in the summer due to its numerous cafe terraces and shop!

I can recommend in Roussillon a very good local restaurant !

Visit the spectacular countryside of Peter Mayle's book « A Year in Provence » with its fascinating villages!

The Aubrac Xperience - Exclusive holidays

If you were asking me where is paradise located, I would answer it's an hidden place in the center of France, around a mythic plateau named Aubrac ; but I'd would probably keep it for mycause, because hey i'm like that!

So if you can't stand anymore overcrowded tourist sites, if you're tired of going where everyone else is going ; BUT if you're into panoramas that will take your breath away, empty scenic routes, countryside food and gastronomic cuisine, lots of cows, ageless and authentic villages, lost medieval castles, world renown craftsmanship, exciting activities and cheese… Oh so so so much cheese… well then welcome to a FRENCH PARADISE!

Below is our suggestion for a 4 days program but the tour could be from 3 to 8 days (Cantal with hot air ballon "fly with the birds" experience, volcano spa, villages of the Lot valley, Conques, Rodez, Albi, etc. ), with a departure from any city of the south of France.

Via podiensis, the pilgrimage trail, UNESCO world heritage

Conques, on the Via Podiensis, one of the 3 most beautiful village in France

Multiday tour in the heart of France

Châteauneuf du Pape & the lower Rhône valley intensive vineyard & fine wine experience

If your a lover of fine wines & want to experience a special day visiting some of the best vineyards of Châteauneuf du Pape, including Château Fortia who's history dates back to the 17th century and in the 19th century under the ownership of Baron Le Roy, created France's first AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) it's the world standard for wine. Time to stop for lunch in the adorable French bistro in the nearby village. Châteauneuf du Pape is the heart of a region full of history, culture and joie de vivre. At the summit stands the ruined château built by the popes in 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon. The popes planted the town's first vineyards. An introduction to the iconic Châteauneuf du Pape wines that produce wine where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, and tasting of course. This is an exceptional day out with quite a few surprises along the way.

If your a lover of fine wines & want to experience a special day visiting some of the best vineyards of Châteauneuf du Pape

The Luberon is an art of living to be discovered alongside a driver guide native to the region.

Located in a pretty valley surrounded by small mountains, the Luberon region is known for its mild climatic conditions, blue skies and rich colors.

On every part of the valley are villages steeped in history and secrets.

From Roussillon ocher to the charming rocks of Lacoste, discover these wonders in a relaxation area that has been made world famous by Peter Mayle and his book "a year in Provence" then

Ridley Scott "Une Grande Année", where he will invite in particular the actors Marion Cotillard and Russell Crowe to tread the alleys of many villages in the region.

Splendid villages

Luberon

Full day Tour to Avignon, Villeneuve lès Avignon, Les Baux de Provence and Saint Rémy de Provence

First let's go back in history! In the 14th century, Avignon was the seat of the papacy.
The Palais des Papes, an austere-looking fortress, dominates the city, the surrounding ramparts and the remains of a 12th-century bridge over the Rhône.
In the 6th century the Benedictine abbey of St André was founded on Mount Andaon, and the village which grew up round it took its name. The city itself was founded by Philippe le Bel and boasts a castle he built, Fort Saint-André.
Les Baux de Provence with Its paved streets, renaissance houses will amaze you!
It offers spectacular views of the vines, the olive groves, the Camargue… as far as the sea !
Located in the heart of the National park of the Alpilles, Saint Rémy is one of the must of Provence.
Its verdant valleys and subtly perfumed, its beautiful houses restored with taste and its charming old streets have made its success . . . The ruins of the Roman city of Glanum, including a triumphal arch, can still be seen on the southern outskirts of the city.

Visit the best of Provence in one day for a unique experience !

Provence has a rich history, sometimes dramatic, often happy, and contributed to what we today call the "French lifestyle".
It is AIX-EN-PROVENCE, Provenc historic capital, but also the most beautiful and elegant city in the region, that you will best taste the weight of history and this elegance so typical of Aix-en-Provence.

Provence is also a large variety of exceptional landscapes, including a unique waterfront that is distinguished by the presence of creeks (calanques) and steep cliffs. It is located in the CALANQUES NATIONAL PARC that I invite you to discover it.
At the heart of the park is the famous fishing village of CASSIS, a Provencal postcard like no other.

The historic capital of Provence and the Calanques National Park with a tour guide

Cassis & Aix-en-Provence - Full Day Tour

Van Gogh in Arles, Saint Rémy and Les Baux de Provence full day tour

Arles is encircled by an environment of exceptional beauty: the banks of the Rhône river, the arid plains of Crau. Once a metropolis of Roman Gaul, then Arles became a symbole of ardent Christianity as can be seen through the arena, the Alyscamps burial grounds, the amphitheater and the Roman baths of Constantin.
Walk in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh and admire places where he painted most of his masterpieces in Arles.
Visit the mental hospital and the room in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence where he spent one year at the end of his life.

Located in the heart of the Alpilles, Saint Rémy is one of the must of Provence. Its verdant valleys and subtly perfumed, its beautiful houses restored with taste and its charming old streets have made its success.

The small village of Les Baux de Provence in the Alpilles mountain range provides some of the most dramatic scenery in the region and its bauxite quarry is the backdrop to a breathtaking show that projects multiple images on its ceiling, floor and huge rock walls.

In the footsteps of Van Gogh, Saint-Remy de Provence & les Baux de Provence

Pont du Gard, Nîmes & Orange full day tour

Admire the twice millenium bridge "Pont du Gard" build by the Romans and enjoy a stunning sightseeing tour of Nîmes and Orange.

Orange, nicknamed the City of Princes, is a crossing point for the north, Spain or Italy, in the heart of a rich agricultural region, makes it a prime location for the Romans from which finds many vestiges, mainly around the Saint-Eutrope hill and the old theater.

Continue to The Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct with three levels probably built in the first half of the 1st century to ensure the continuity of the Roman aqueduct who drove water from Uzès to Nîmes.

Last but not least explore Nîmes, an important outpost during the Roman Empire. It is known for its well-preserved monuments, such as the Nîmes Arena, a two-storey amphitheater built around AD 70, still in use for concerts and bullfights.

If time allows it, I will bring you to the medieval pretty city of Uzes at the tremendous "Place aux herbes" for a great lunch in a restaurant I can recommend.

2000 years back in the past in the footsteps of the Romans!

In this tour, we'll drive to lavender fields among beautiful spots. We'll visit a dsitillery to learn how they produce this famous lavender oil

6 seats living room mode with personal A/C and bottle of water

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