Rhône-Alpes

Follow in the footsteps of a Post-Impressionist master on this 6-hour Van Gogh in Provence small-group day trip. Visit UNESCO-listed Arles and discover many of the sites which stirred Van Gogh’s creativity. In St-Rémy de Provence, you will visit Saint-Paul de Mausole, the mental hospital where the painter stayed for a year. This is a tour for Van Gogh's lovers.

When your cruise ship is in Marseilles, discover this beautiful city and Aix-en-Provence on this full-day shore excursion. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, you'll drive through Provence's idyllic countryside to the charming city of Aix. Stroll along the fountain-studded Cours Mirabeau boulevard; discover traditional squares and markets. Then, enjoy a panoramic tour of top Marseille attractions including the Basilica of Notre Dame and 11th-century Abbey of St Victor on the edge of the picturesque Old Port, before returning to your ship.

Discover the delights of Provence on this full-day tour from Marseille, and enjoy scenic countryside, heritage and history, and fine wines! With an expert local guide, you’ll travel by minivan into the heart of this beautiful region. Explore Avignon, the City of Popes, and see the eye-catching Popes' Palace. Visit the castle ruins near the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and sample the area's famously well-bodied wines in a wine cellar nearby, and then spend time at leisure relaxing in pretty Les Baux de Provence village. Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group tour ensuring you’ll see the best of Provence with personalized attention from your guide. On certain days, a drive through Aix en Provence may be included to pick up and drop off passengers.

Professional, knowledgeable and kind driver-guides. This tour visit very different and unique places.

Visit two stunning Provencal towns and a winery on this full-day tour from Aix-en-Provence! Start your day at leisure in Les Baux de Provence, admiring the soft-hued countryside that surrounds the cliff-top village, and then head north to Avignon, passing the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct on the way. Learn about Avignon’s papal history, seeing highlights like Popes’ Palace and Pont St-Bénezet, and then finish with a wine-tasting session in one of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape winery.

Follow the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh, see Roman monuments and visit one of Provence’s best open-air markets on this action-packed day trip from Aix-en-Provence! First stop is St Rémy de Provence, for a market visit and a look at St Paul de Mausole (where Van Gogh stayed after cutting off his ear). Relax in the cliff-top village of Les Baux de Provence, and then discover the UNESCO-listed town of Arles. Learn about Van Gogh’s life in town, while seeing Roman ruins like Arles Amphitheatre!

Forget the hassles of hiring a car and finding your own way! Take a small group tour of Provence and its exquisite highlights: Fontaine de Vaucluse, Pont du Gard, Les Baux de Provence, Gordes (photo stop only) and Roussillon. Your minivan holds a maximum of eight passengers, and a small group tour is the perfect way to get to out-of-the-way places in one day. Tour will be provided from 8.30 am to 7.00 pm.

Experience an immersive adventure into the history of the first ascent of Mont Blanc in 1786! With the help of a digital companion on your phone, you can explore the streets and sites of Chamonix on your own, solving original puzzles based on what you see before your eyes. Learn more about the town's past thanks to the historical points and anecdotes available throughout the game.

Discover the charm of southern Beaujolais, often called the "Tuscany of France," with its rolling hills and picturesque hilltop villages made of golden stone. Just north of Lyon, this lush, hilly region is known for its famed Beaujolais Nouveau and golden-stone architecture. Join our driver-guide for a cultural and gourmet adventure, including an introduction to wine and a tasting session with a local winemaker. Travel through scenic landscapes where villages glow in warm golden stones. Enjoy a wine-tasting session amid the vineyards, savoring two distinct wines paired with a local pastry, while learning about the “terroir” that makes each wine unique. Visit Oingt, a 12th-century village listed as one of France’s Most Beautiful Villages, and stroll its medieval streets. End your tour at a family-owned winery where the friendly winemaker shares his craft and offers a tasting with a traditional Lyon “mâchon” of local cold meats and cheeses.

Discovery 45 minutes: In the sidecar of the Aix countryside, in the footsteps of Paul Cézanne, let's leave Aix-en-Provence towards the Cézanne road, this road is the only road in France classified as a historical monument. It connects Aix-en-Provence to the village of Tholonet and we will observe this beautiful St-Victoire mountain, enjoy these landscapes and make a few stops to immortalize this pretty and sweet memory.

Get to see the highlights of Provence region with a very scenic and full of diversity private tour. Your driver-guide is a local, but also a flexible and enthusiastic professional. The tour can be slightly customized.

Combine Roman and historical heritage on this full-day trip from Avignon! Explore the former city of the Pope : Avignon, with its Popes Palace. Enjoy a glass of wine of Côtes du Rhône after your walking tour. In the afternoon, you will be in the Alpilles area. First stop will be in Saint-Rémy de Provence for a little walk in the city center, then you will visit the pretty village of Les Baux de Provence. Before the return in Avignon, admire the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct.

Get to know Arles on a 2-hour walking tour of this historic French city. Maybe you have already heard about this place, as it is famous for its festival of photography, "Rencontres d'Arles", which takes place every year in summer. But let's focus on discovering the historical center of this amazing city. Arles has important remains of Roman times, and you will start your tour by discovering the exterior arena of Roman amphitheater, constructed in the 1st century. Then admire the Antique Theatre and the Arles Obelisk. If you would like to see another place, simply let your guide know your wishes and your tour will be adjusted accordingly. Keep in mind that Arles is also rich in museums, like Musée de la Camargue or Musée Réaltu, which you can visit on your own. Additionally, some of the buildings and cathedrals of Arles are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and are a wonder to behold.

Enjoy a private tour around Marseille and the beautiful Provence area in a comfortable luxury car. Take this opportunity to discover the provençal lifestyle and learn from your your driver/guide's local knowledge about the area and its landscape, food and wine.

Leaving Lyon you will cross the Dombes 1000 ponds to reach Pérouges. The medieval village stands on top of a rocky promontory in the heart of the Ain plain. This ancient, fortified city is now ranked among the most beautiful villages in France. You will be totally immersed in another time! Indeed, the rich architectural heritage of the village is exceptionally well preserved, allowing today to go back into the medieval atmosphere: old shops, cobbled streets, round road and fortified church…. the perfect setting for many film shoots! Without forgetting of course, the very famous Hostellerie du Vieux Pérouges in which you will have the pleasure of tasting the famous sugar cake, a great gourmet specialty of the village!

Become a true Provençal while discovering the capital of the region. Aix en Provence, city of water and art, full of culinary surprises… Discover its heritage, the colorful stalls of typical provençal markets and taste local food.

Visit one of the cutest cities of the Rhône-Alpes region of France: Annecy. It's situated in the Alps, so if you love skiing this is the place for you. Today, you can enjoy a private walking tour of Annecy with a private guide who will take you to all the spots that interest you most! Also known as the "Second Venice," Annecy has plenty of beauty in store. See the Palais de l'Isle, which was a prison in the 12th century, and for something completely different, move on to cross the bridge of lovers. Another must-see is the gleaming lake of Annecy, inarguably a city highlight. Before you end your day in Annecy, you are also recommended to visit the Old Town, a lovely area full of quaint cafés to keep visitors well-fueled and busy. If there is any place in particular you would like to go but it is not mentioned in the tour description, just ask your guide and he or she will be happy to take you wherever you want to go.

Join your guide at the meeting point and time, where he'll be waiting for you with pairs of snowshoes. Join him for a 6-hour hike through unique, unspoilt landscapes. This private experience lets you walk at your own pace, on an accessible circuit. Your guide will teach you more about the peaks that surround you, the life of mountain wildlife in the middle of winter, and a few local anecdotes. This enriching day gives you a moment to reconnect with nature, to contemplate it in all its grandeur, and to learn all about the environment and the land around you.

In this full day tour, you will see the highlights of Arles the UNESCO World Heritage site due to its Roman monuments, including the Roman arena, a Roman theater, the Alyscamps, a huge Roman necropolis, Roman baths and the church of St. Trophime, before strolling in the footsteps of Van Gogh and the places which have inspired him art. Arles is a must-see. Then head up to les Baux de Provence and discover this medieval village on 245 meter high rocky spur to discover a breathtaking view. Finally, go 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.

The Angon canyon is the main course on the shores of Lake Annecy. This course is accessible to the greatest number, children from 8 years. With family or friends you will keep a great memory of this adventure. We offer the photos of the output for download on our website.