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Small Group Tour. Highlighting the Picturesque Villages and Cuisine of Provence. Available Dates: September 24, 2024

Day 1-2: Bordeaux

• Enjoy an interactive sensory tour at La Cité du Vin, the international museum of wine.

• Enjoy a full day private tour of the Dordogne region. Stroll through the village of La Roque-Gageac with its charm.

• Experience the world class wineries of the Medoc and Saint Emilion Region.

Day 3-4: Bordeaux to Carcassonne

• Start the afternoon with a guided walking tour of Carcassonne, one of the best preserved medievel cities of Europe.

• Explore the stone fortifications that will transport you back in time to the middle Ages.

• Learn the unique history of the Cathars and their Castles that remain to this day.

Day 5-7: Carcassonne to Avignon

• Arrival in Avignon “The city of the Popes” for a guided walking tour of the city center and the Popes Palace.

• Discover the history of this ancient city where the Pope established residency during the 14th century.

• Taste and experience the local cuisine with a guided tour of the local fresh market.

• A guided tour to discover the Roman ruins of Nimes, Uzes and the incredible Pont du Gard, the Roman aquaduct.

• Explore the Luberon region with a guided tours of the picturesque villages of Roussillon and Gordes. .

Day 8-10 Avignon to Aix-en-Provence

• Guided walking tour to explore the rich history of old town Aix-en-Provence to learn its prestigious past.

• Admire the elegant facades of the 17th & 18th century mansions which line the old town streets.

• Discover the local specialty, Les Calissons, and learn about the legend of this French candy at a local bakery.

• A day of relaxation to discover Aix-en-Provence at your leisure.

Tour Includes:

• Luxury Accommodation.

• Bordeaux - 2 Nights

• Carcassonne - 2 Nights

• Avignon - 3 Nights

• Aix en Provence - 2 Nights

• Entrance Tickets to Galleries, Tastings, and Guided Tours.

• Private Transportation Throughout Tour with Airport Transfers.