Join Travac Tours as we explore many of the charming villages and towns that have made Provence a mecca for tourists from around the world. This easy paced tour will start in Nice giving you a chance to soak in the azure complexion of the French Riviera. You will then travel to the fabled city of Avignon, your home for the next 6 nights. It is from Avignon that you will explore the small towns and villages that are the fabric of Provence.
Each town will offer a different experience. You will travel into the heart of Provence and savour its natural beauty and captivating year old history. Your holiday ends in the sea port of Marseille. Early booking is your best guarantee of space on this vacation.
Upon your arrival in Nice you will be transferred to your hotel. Since check in time is later in the afternoon you will have ample time to orientate yourself to the ambiance of this delightful town. Blessed by a sunny, temperate climate Nice attracts visitors from around the world. Among its many attractions are its beautiful beaches, its lovely seaside promenade and its many museums.
Your tour will also take you to Monte Carlo, famous for its Casino. Your day will be at your leisure. This delightful town offers an array of opportunities for a relaxing day on the French Riviera. This morning you will travel from Nice to Avignon which is situated in the heart of Provence. Avignon was for a time, the capital of Christendom during the middle ages. Today the city retains a strong link with its past.
Avignon will be your home for the next six nights and will act as a base for exploring Provence. Your morning will begin with a visit to Chateauneuf du Pape for a wine tasting after which you will head to Uzes for lunch. Your afternoon will take you to Pont du Gard. The Pont du Gard is feet long, feet high, with a maximum span of about 8.
