Provence & The French Riviera

Nestled in the hills north of Cannes, Grasse is where world-class perfumes are created. So, it's only right that we'll make a stop at the Fragonard Museum, where we'll treat our senses to some beautiful fragrances. Then, it's on to Aix-en-Provence.

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On day three, you’ll get the chance to spend the morning at leisure in Aix-en-Provence. Then, after stopping in some classic Provençal villages and towns, we’ll move on to Arles - known for inspiring Van Gogh’s paintings.

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Today will be yours for the taking. Seize the opportunity to uncover thousands of years of history and culture. Highlights in Arles include the Arles Amphitheatre, the Church of St Trophime, the Langlois Bridge and the Vincent van Gogh Foundation.

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First today, we'll make stops at the medieval Les Baux-de-Provence and a local olive farm (olive oil tasting included). Then we'll make tracks to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where we'll visit the impressive Saint Paul de Mausole Monastery. Vincent van Gogh lived here from May 1889 to May 1890 - and you'll get the chance to visit a reconstruction of the artist's room. In the Van Gogh Field, there's also the opportunity to see 20 large-scale reproductions of the painter's work.

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Roman engineering. Catholic architecture. It must mean we're en route to Avignon! On our journey, we'll pay a visit to the iconic Pont du Gard. Then, it's onwards to Avignon where we'll visit the Palace of the Popes, which towers over the historic centre. Among all of the exploring, there'll also be time for a wine tasting today.

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First today, we’ll visit Sénanque Abbey and the l’Occitane-en-Provence factory in Manosque. Then, we’ll move on to the sensational Gorges du Verdon – for many, the jewel in this region’s crown. It’s so spectacular that we’ll stay for two nights in the area.

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The steep cliff sides, white-water rapids and turquoise-coloured water of the Gorges du Verdon make for an incredible sight. Tonight, we’ll settle down to a final dinner together.

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Our tour’s last stop will see us in the cobbles of Castellane. Look out for the dazzlingly high Chapelle Notre Dame du Roc. After, we’ll return to Nice where we’ll say goodbye to the group.

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