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Top 10 City Tours in Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Avignon charms visitors with its ancient streets, restored medieval ramparts and the immense Gothic architecture of the Palais des Papes (Palace of Popes—the papacy was based here in the 14th century). The annual Festival d'Avignon, a major arts festival, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors for theater, dance, film and street performances.
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1. Full-Day Luberon Villages Tour from Avignon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Visit some Luberon charming places as Fontaine de Vaucluse, a beautiful village by the river. Then go to Abbaye de Senanque, a majestic 12th Century Abbey surrounded by lavender fields. Very close is Gordes, a famous hilltop village made of local dry stone. Pursue the tour to the unique village of Roussillon, famous for its shades of red. Finally, head to Menerbes, a wild and quiet village, where you will have choice between several activities.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks
Reviewed By RZHY
It was a very nice experience. I definitely recommend this trip. Our guide, Gilles, was very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. He took us to the best spots to photograph the sights.
2. Full Day Roman and Medieval Provencal Heritage Walking Tour from Avignon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This 10-hour tour takes you into the heart of historic Provence, such as Saint Remy de Provence where Van Gogh produced several of his masterpieces and with its authentic Provencal market on Wednesday. Go to Les Baux de Provence for a visit of the Medieval village, and enjoy a unique sound and light show in Carrieres de Lumieres. Discover Arles, a historical and cultural city, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a unique visit of a reconstituted roman antic winery on an archeologic site , followed by a wine tasting of the unique “Vinum Romanum”. Finally explore the Pont du Gard, the world famous aqueduct, and it's historic architecture.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By RZHY
It was a very nice experience. I definitely recommend this trip. Our guide, Gilles, was very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. He took us to the best spots to photograph the sights.
3. Full day Shore Excursion to Avignon and Aix en Provence
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This full-day guided tour takes you to Aix-en-Provence to visit the old town and to walk on the cours Mirabeau with its opulent 17th-century architecture. Then Head up to Avignon and discover the Papal city of the 14th century and it's big monuments like Pope Palace ,the Biggst Gothic Monument in Europe ,Also get on the Avignon Bridge and Enjoy the scenic view of the town (Entrance Fees Not included it) .
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By 670dylanh
Very friendly guide, good conversation and sights, lots of relevant history and info about the area.
4. Provence Best Of
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover the inevitable villages of Provence. Your driver will make you discover the ochres of Roussillon, Gordes, Saint Remy de Provence, the Baxu de Provence one of the most beautiful villages of France, and you will be able to admire the magnificent Aqueduct Le Pont du Gard
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner
Reviewed By Dzmitryi K
I've ordered a tour to wineries and a sightseeing tour around Avignon. I'm excited! I remember the tour and conversation in a bus with the guide and a british couple and a traveller from America until now. Tour timeline was good - you can see mostly all the attractions and feel city or village spirit, however that's a brief overview anyway )
5. Visit Avignon and Villeneuve lez Avignon aboard a Double-Decker Bus
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4.8 based on 26 reviews
Discover Avignon and Villeneuve-lès-Avignon aboard the convertible double-decker bus! Enjoy unique views at 4 meters high, we promise you an unforgettable visit! Go up and down freely thanks to the hop on / off stops, to explore at your own pace the different places such as the Pont d'Avignon, the Chartreuse, the Fort St André, the Philippe Bel Tower, the island of Barthelasse and many others. The tour is commented in 10 languages + a special comment child, thanks to individual headphones offered to boarding. A departure every hour from 40 Cours Jean-Jaurès (opposite the Tourist Office). Departure 10h - 11h -12h - 13h - 15h - 16h! Attention, no departure at 14h.
Inclusions: Audioguide
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6. Avignon Walking Tour including Skip-the-Line Entrance to the Pope's Palace
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 43 reviews
Marvel at magnificent medieval architecture on this 3-hour walking tour of Avignon, including skip-the-line entry to the Pope’s Palace. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed city of Avignon, home to the Papacy and seat of western Christianity in the 14th century. Follow your guide along the historical city walls for breathtaking views over the Rhône River. Beat the queues and enjoy swift access to the chambers and chapels of the Pope’s Palace. Admire 19th-century architecture in the beautiful Place de l’Horloge and finish with a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine.
Inclusions: Licensed guide, 1 glass of Côtes du Rhône wine, Popes Palace ticket entrance
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By ak_planet
3 1/2 stars. We drove around Salut for 5 - 6 hours looking for lavender fields. I was disappointed we did not visit Roussillon. On Tripadvisor’s itinerary “Roussillon: Stop 45 minutes” was written, so I expected we would go both Roussillon and Gordes then spend time on lavender fields, but it was different. Since it’s August, we didn’t visit Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque, neither. It’s good the guide was knowledgeable and knew so much about the lavender.
7. Full Day Provence Villages and Historical Monuments Walking Tour from Avignon
This 10-hour small-group tour will take you to some of the main highlights of the Provence region. Visit the Fontaine de Vaucluse spring, the Gordes hilltop village followed by Roussillon with its amazing colors, and Saint Remy de Provence to admire the Van Gogh's reproductions. Explore Les Baux de Provence village and gaze at the famous Roman aqueduct, and UNESCO World Heritage site, Pont du Gard.
Inclusions: Local driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Avignon only
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By RZHY
It was a very nice experience. I definitely recommend this trip. Our guide, Gilles, was very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. He took us to the best spots to photograph the sights.
8. Private Avignon les baux de provence and Saint Remy de provence Full Day Tour
Get to experience the highlights of Provence during this full day private tour from Marseille, the Pope city ancient city of Avignon and the impressive Pope palace, Then head up to Saint Remy de Provence to visit the monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole (own expense) where Van Gogh used to live for one year. Visit the historical center and get a free walk in the old town. Finaly les Baux de Provence and discover this medieval village on 245 meter high rocky spur to discover a breathtaking view.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Private tour, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By 670dylanh
Very friendly guide, good conversation and sights, lots of relevant history and info about the area.
9. Discover Provence including Avignon and Luberon Villages with a Local Guide
Get to see the highlights of Provence region with a very scenic and full of diversity itinerary covering the city of Avignon and the Luberon regional park hilltop villages featuring Gordes on board a minivan with your national guide and driver. This is a door to door private tour that can be fully customized acording to your wish and expectations.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private tour, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Madge55_123
What a wonderful day trip from Toulon and our cruise ship. Sasha from Toursbylocals was supurb! Cannot say enough about this great day excursion. We had a wonderful day driving first to Aix-en-Provence- just a lovely French town (for a quick, buttery croissant & coffee) and onto Cassis a pleasant fishing village by the sea. Sasha led us to a delicious seaside lunch spot where mussels & fries were the local specialties. Cassis was a fun town to walk around and view the locals enjoying their Sunday at the shore. We then drove to the highest scenic road to a fantastic view of the city and area. Sasha knew so much about the sites and the area. Though we learned about the Calanques, we did not have time for a boat ride to visit the spot but learned about these very special and unique places. Everyone loved Sasha as our guide and this special day excursion.
10. Discover Provence including Avignon and Luberon Villages from Avignon
Get to see the highlights of Provence region with a very scenic and full of diversity itinerary covering the city of Avignon and the Luberon regional park hilltop villages featuring Gordes on board a minivan with your national guide and driver. This is a door to door private tour that can be fully customized acording to your wish and expectations.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private tour, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Madge55_123
What a wonderful day trip from Toulon and our cruise ship. Sasha from Toursbylocals was supurb! Cannot say enough about this great day excursion. We had a wonderful day driving first to Aix-en-Provence- just a lovely French town (for a quick, buttery croissant & coffee) and onto Cassis a pleasant fishing village by the sea. Sasha led us to a delicious seaside lunch spot where mussels & fries were the local specialties. Cassis was a fun town to walk around and view the locals enjoying their Sunday at the shore. We then drove to the highest scenic road to a fantastic view of the city and area. Sasha knew so much about the sites and the area. Though we learned about the Calanques, we did not have time for a boat ride to visit the spot but learned about these very special and unique places. Everyone loved Sasha as our guide and this special day excursion.
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