Tours in Avignon

Step back in time and discover thousands of years of civilization and heritage on this 8.5-hour Roman sites day trip from Avignon. Follow your guide through ancient Nîmes and discover top city attractions like the Roman amphitheater, and the Maison Carrée — widely considered among the best-preserved Roman temples in the world. Marvel at the spectacular Pont du Gard — a UNESCO–listed Roman aqueduct — stop in Orange to visit the Roman Antic Theatre - and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Have a great time learning to taste wine professionally and enrich your knowledge of wine production, grape varieties, and the all important concept of terroir. Gordana will share the best wines and her extensive knowledge with you at well regarded cellars in beautiful, perched Gigondas and quaint Châteauneuf du Pape. French typically do not eat at wine tastings. Please feel free to bring snacks if you would like!

Enjoy a small-group tour from Avignon to discover Arles and Camargues with an experienced guide. During this half day tour you will visit Arles, where art and history meet in perfect harmony, and then the Camargue, where you will see pink flamingos, white horses and black bulls in their natural habitat and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.

Enjoy four wines tastings of the main AOC Côtes du Rhône made in Provence visiting four famous domains or châteaux, with the help of our wine specialist. Your day alternates from wine tasting in traditional wineries and visit of the villages. Stop among the vines, walk through the streets of hilltop villages and enjoy the super panoramic views of vineyards. The lunch is included in a perfect place, around vineries!

The greatest treasure that Chateauneuf-du-Pape contains are its cellars for you to discover and taste its white and red wines with such a generous character. It is therefore there, in this town which cultivates the French way of life so well, and with a past steeped in history and culture, that Mathias Mansis – a local child – chose to set up his cellar. Passionate about wine, the young man naturally turned to oenology studies, then completed his career with studies in the wine and spirits business. With diplomas in hand, he worked as a sommelier in various establishments in Courchevel before deciding to strike out on his own. The selection offered at “La Cave de Mathias” is extremely rigorous with a panel allowing buyers to have a real insight into what the “Chateauneuf-du-Pape” appellation really is.

Choose a morning or afternoon tour to taste some of the best "Crus" from the Côtes du Rhône wine region in Provence. Visit 2 different wineries in Châteauneuf du Pape, Séguret and Gigondas or Vacqueyras or Beaume-de-Venise and taste some of the different wine varieties before ending your tour in Avignon.

Venture through Provence’s landscapes and picturesque villages on this half-day tour from Avignon. Admire the unique red ochre cliffs of Roussillon, and picture the postcard-worthy Luberon village of Gordes and enjoy a refreshing walk in Fontaine de Vaucluse along the river Sorgues up to the resurgence. The river has kept its secrets and many speleologists are searched in vain the exact depth of the well. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience of Provence.

Taste the red wines and white wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the oldest French appellation (created in 1936), but also the iconic appellation of the southern Côtes-du-Rhône. The tour will take you to 2 domains located in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation area, known to be among the oldest and/or most renowned of the appellation. The particularity of Châteauneuf du Pape wines is also found in its diversity. Although the King blend remains the GSM (Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre), French regulations allow the Châteauneuf du Pape appellation to produce the blend or mono-variety they wish, as long as the varieties used are included in the list of 13 varieties allowed in Châteauneuf du Pape. If you are interested in the wines of the region, and not just the Châteauneuf du Pape, book my other tour instead: https://www.viator.com/en-FR/tours/Avignon/Wine-Route-One-Day-Tour/d483-391931P4

Discover, during a workshop, the art and secrets of blending the different emblematic grape varieties of the South of the Rhône valley. Immerse yourself in our oenologist’s workshop during this workshop, discover the reason for a blend and create your own personalized vintage.

Walking through the lavender fields, what a beautiful and romantic experience ! Let us introduce you to the French Capital of Lavender, where you will learn more about its properties by visiting the distillery and taste lavender ice cream (non included). According to the blossom season: Sault – French capital of lavender: visit of distillery and taste lavender ice-cream ( non-included ) OR Luberon with photo stops in Gordes and Abbaye de Sénanque Many stops in lavender fields

Throughout this visit, participants will discover the origins of classical French art which blended with a very particular Avignon Gothic style which lasted for many years. Here, between Provence and Occitanie, where the arts and life encourage us every day to discover the historical, architectural, gastronomic and cultural heritage, the concept of "Slow tourism" takes on its full meaning. An Avignon guide will share with you all his knowledge and anecdotes about the sites you will visit. Don't wait any longer to book this tour with us to experience unforgettable moments.

Admire Provence’s lavender fields in full summer bloom on this half-day tour from Avignon. Admire the breathtaking beauty of the lavender fields in bloom. Free time in Roussillon to wander and do shopping in lavender shops. Learn about the distillation process and how to use the essential oil of lavender from your tour guide. Photo stop at the panorama view point of Gordes. Then drive to the Abbey of Senanque to take pictures. Many photo stops included in picturesque lavender fields. Enjoy personalized attention from your expert guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

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.

Go behind the scenes of the world's most secretive business. Take a tour of a Provencal truffle plantation, learn how truffles are grown and truffle dogs are trained, and go on a hunt for France's elusive "black gold" with professional hunters who know the tricks of the trade. You will be regaled with stories of successes and sabotage, and learn to tell the difference between a real Provençal tuber melanosporum and its inferior Chinese counterparts. You'll also learn how to properly clean, store and cook with truffles. The Pastras olive and truffle oil.

Spend a full day immersed in the lavender fields and picturesque villages of Provence on this day trip from Avignon. Drive through purple fields of fragrant lavender in full summer bloom, and stop in Sault or Roussillon to browse the lavender shops and wander a traditional Provençal market. Visit the stunning Luberon village of Gordes. Photo stop at the Abbaye of Senanque.

We know that after hours at the airport, the only thing our clients want is to get to their hotel, thinking about this situation, our transportation is ready to take once they have gotten off the plane. In the same way, you will not have to search and wait for hours to return to the airport, since our round-trip service provides you with that comfort and convenience.

Come and discover a family estate in the heart of the famous wine appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The Brotte family has been passing down know-how since 1931 and today, be part of the adventure by coming to discover their secrets. A tasting of 3 wines awaits you, as well as a visit to the Brotte Wine Museum! Museum created in 1972 by Jeanne Brotte, grandmother of the current owner. This Museum is unique in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it will teach you everything you need to know about vines and wine, and the history of the Brotte family!

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.

Discover Avignon from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in French, English, Italian, German

Travel deep into the Rhône Valley and explore the region’s rich winemaking heritage on this wine-tasting day trip from Avignon. Stop at wineries which produce red and white wines including the famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Learn how grape varieties including Grenache, Cinsault and Counoise flourish in the fertile soils. Follow your guide through the cellars and sample the wine during tasting sessions.  Take in panoramic views over the Rhône Valley and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Get to know Avignon in a unique and affordable way. We offer you a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Avignon with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose. This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.

Visit the most famous roman aqueduct, the Pont du Gard (tickets included). Discover of the treasures of Nîmes, the square house and the arena (tickets included). Be part of 2000 years of history through a walking tour in one of the most beautiful middle age town of Provence: Uzès before to return in Avignon.

Pont du Gard, extraordinary Roman aqueduct bridge of the 1st century of our era is a jewel of the humanity which nestles on the grounds of the Gard. It holds two remarkable labels: World Heritage of UNESCO and GRAND SITE OF FRANCE. The discovery of the iconic monument is done in a protected site on more than a hundred hectares of scrubland and riverside. To reveal the history of the place, several discovery areas are offered as part of the entrance site: THE MUSEUM, a large interpretation center on the history of aqueducts and Romanit, LUDO space for children, THE CINÉ with the broadcast of a documentary film and MEMORIES OF GARRIGUE, a 1.4 km course in the heart of the Mediterranean landscape, to know everything about the scrubland.

A tour to take the time to discover villages and the emblematic charm of the Luberon, including Gordes, a hilltop village (one of the most beautiful village in France ) You ll visit the colorful village of Roussillon and its ochre cliffs shaped by nature and man by exploring the magnificent ochre trail where you will discover all its secrets (entrance included). Then stroll through Fontaine-de-Vaucluse where you will walk along the refreshing waters of the Sorgue.