Frankreich : 8 Tage Adventure-Trip Journeys: Stories of Provence Erlebnisrundreise in internationaler Gruppe

Wander through sun-drenched squares, ancient Roman arches, and village markets bursting with colour, where the rhythm of Provence unfolds. From Avignon’s papal halls to the pink salt flats of the Camargue, join local guides and artisans who know every stall and story. Learn to play pétanque, sample sweet calissons, and savor regional flavours under the Provençal sun.

• Tour alongside a local guide to learn Avignon’s history

• Learn about modern art at the LUMA tower

• Roman history and Van Gogh’s cafe

• Ride an open-air train through the salt basins and pink waters of Aigues-MortesAigues-Mortes

• Morning market in Aix-en-Provence

Reiseverlauf:

ACHTUNG: wichtige Infos zur Rundreise

Früheste Abreise ab: 00:01 Uhr

1. Tag: Avignon

Arrive at any time.

Event: Welcome Moment – Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes

2. Tag: Avignon

Set out on a morning walking tour alongside a local guide to learn Avignon’s history, visiting the majestic cathedral and the iconic, stone-arched Pont d’Avignon, its broken span still reaching partway across the Rhône. Share a lunch at a local restaurant on the bustling Place de l’Horloge, watching town life pass by beneath shade trees. In the afternoon, explore the massive Gothic halls and quiet courtyards of the Palais des Papes. Stroll back to your hotel for a relaxing evening free to wander quiet lanes or stop at a cozy neighbourhood cafe. (F) (M)

Event: Guided Walking Tour & Cathedral Visit (2.0h)
Event: Self-Guided Visit of the Palais des Papes (1.5h)
Unterkunft: Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes

3. Tag: Avignon / Arles

Catch a morning train from Avignon to Arles, stepping out into a city shaped by its Roman roots and artistic spirit. Walk to the Frank Gehry-designed tower at the LUMA museum, moving through its contemporary arts campus. Continue to the Arles Amphitheatre, imagining gladiatorial games inside its ancient stone arches. Next, join a local guide through Arles Old Town, stopping for coffee at the Van Gogh Café, its yellow facade still recognizable from the painter’s own canvas. Tonight, head to a local court to try your hand at pétanque-a classic French lawn game while sipping pastis, an anise-flavoured apéritif. (F)

Transport: Avignon – Arles (0.5h)
Event: LUMA Arles & Frank Gehry Tower (1.0h)
Event: Guided Visit to Arles Amphitheatre (1.0h)
Event: Arles Old Town and Van Gogh Cafe (1.0h)
Event: Play Pétanque Like a Local (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Le Cloitre

4. Tag: Arles

Drive through rolling hills to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence for its famed weekly market. Thread through stalls filled with fragrant soaps, woven baskets, cured meats, and sun-ripened olives, chatting with local vendors as you browse. Afterward, transfer to the hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence. Join a local guide to wander through narrow medieval stone alleyways, pausing for pictures and browsing artisan boutiques perched high above limestone cliffs, before returning to Arles for the evening. (F)

Transport: Arles – Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (0.75h)
Event: Visit the Marché de Saint Rémy (1.0h)
Transport: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence – Les Baux-de-Provence (0.5h)
Event: Guided Tour of Les Baux (1.0h)
Transport: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence – Arles (0.5h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Le Cloitre

5. Tag: Arles

Head south into the wild wetlands of the Camargue. Board an open-air train through the Salines d’Aigues-Mortes, where the salt basins glow rose-pink from the minerals that colour the marsh, and learn how sea salt has been harvested here for generations. Continue to the coastal village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer for an orientation walk with your Expedition Leader, feeling the Mediterranean sea breeze along the promenade. Head back to Arles, where the remainder of your afternoon and evening are free to spend as you wish. (F) (M)

Transport: Arles – Camargue (1.0h)
Event: Pink Waters of Aigues-Mortes (1.25h)
Transport: Camargue – Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (0.5h)
Event: Expedition Leader Led Orientation Walk (0.75h)
Transport: Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer – Arles (0.75h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Le Cloitre

6. Tag: Arles / Aix-en-Provence

Transfer to Aix-en-Provence, a town known for its moss-covered fountains and leafy boulevards. Dive straight into a Provençal market, weaving past stalls laden with antiques, textiles, fresh flowers, and seasonal produce. Take some free time for lunch before joining a guided walking tour through the historic centre. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace, perhaps finding hidden courtyards, relaxing at an outdoor terrace, or visiting Paul Cézanne’s studio (Atelier de Cézanne) on your own. (F)

Transport: Arles – Aix-en-Provence (1.0h)
Event: Morning Market in Aix-en-Provence (1.5h)
Freizeit: Aix-en-Provence
Event: Guided Walking Tour of Aix-en-Provence (2.0h)
Unterkunft: Hôtel Saint Christophe – Centre Ville

7. Tag: Aix-en-Provence

Begin the morning with a guided visit to a traditional Fabrique de Calissons, learning how Aix’s signature sweet is crafted from ground almonds and candied melon. Break for lunch on your own, then enjoy a free afternoon to follow your interests, perhaps visiting local art galleries, shopping for regional ceramics, or lingering over coffee in a quiet square. Tonight, gather with your group for an optional final dinner. (F)

Event: Fabrique de Calissons Guided Visit (1.0h)
Freizeit: Aix-en-Provence
Unterkunft: Hôtel Saint Christophe – Centre Ville

8. Tag: Aix-en-Provence

Depart at any time. (F)

Event: Departure Day

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück,M=Mittagessen)

Leistungen:

Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Play Pétanque Like a Local, Arles
Dein Welcome-Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Dein Foodie-Moment: Morning Market in Aix-en-Provence, Aix-en-Provence. Walking tour alongside a local guide to learn Avignon’s history. Catch a morning train from Avignon to Arles. LUMA museum, Arles Amphitheatre. Stop at the Van Gogh Café. Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and its famed weekly market. Hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence. Aix-en-Provence, a town known for its moss-covered fountains and leafy boulevards. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Unterbringung: Hotels – 7nts.
Transport: Private vehicle, train, walking.
Mahlzeiten: 7 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen

Aufpreis für Einzelzimmer – nur wenn explizit gewünscht:
Ansonsten wird das Zimmer mit einem gleichgeschlechtlichem Zimmerpartner geteilt

23.04.2028 -05.11.2028 EUR 1469

Gruppengröße: Max 16, avg 12.