Discover Les Baux, Arlés, Saint-Rémy and Châteauneuf du Pape and the lives of its famous painters on this Provence Art History Tour, including a wine tasting in two local wineries!
Provence Art History Tour
We'll depart from the Cours Jean Jaurès in Avignon at 9 am and just 30 minutes later arrive in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Did you know that Van Gogh painted his famous work of art 'The Starry Night' in his sanatorium? We'll discover it by visiting the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole monastery, where the artist stayed between 1889 and 1890.
From there we'll head to Les Baux-de-Provence, and make a brief stop so that you can photograph this picturesque Provencal village. On the outskirts of the town is the Carrières de Lumières: a complex of old stone quarries converted into a digital arts centre. Here you'll see an audiovisual show about Salvador Dalí.
The tour will continue to Arles, a beautiful town on the banks of the Rhone river, where we'll take a guided tour of its old town. We'll spend 45 minutes wandering around past the famous Roman amphitheatre and the Café Van Gogh. If you take the tour on a Saturday, we'll visit the weekly market in the city. At the end of the guided tour, you'll have one hour of free time to have lunch on your own.
In the afternoon we'll visit two wineries in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and taste some local wines. Their wines are known to be excellent!
We'll conclude the tour by returning to Avignon arriving at the Cours Jean Jaurès at 6:30 pm.
Covid-19 Measures
All of our providers comply with local legislation and applicable health recommendations regarding protective material and safety to help avoid the spread of Covid-19.
Price
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Duration
9 hours 30 minutes.
Included
Transport by minibus.
English speaking driver.
Entry to Carrières de Lumières digital arts centre.
Wine tasting in Châteauneuf du Pape wineries (only for people over 18 years old).
Not included
Entry to Van Gogh's room in Saint Rémy de Provence: € 7 (US$ 8.50) per person. Lunch.
When to book?
Bookings are permitted up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability.
Digital voucher
Show the voucher on your phone to take part in the activity.
Accessibility
Yes, only for folding lightweight wheelchairs.
Pet-friendly?
No.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Meeting point
41 Cours Jean Jaurès.
