Aix-en-Provence and Avignon Private Tour
Walk the streets of Cézanne, stand before the Palace of the Popes, and experience Provence at your own pace.
This Aix-en-Provence and Avignon private tour takes you through two of southern France's most celebrated cities in a single, expertly guided day. A professional driver-guide collects you directly from your accommodation, so the experience begins the moment you step outside.
Aix-en-Provence rewards slow exploration. Its shaded cours lined with fountains, the ochre facades of its old quarter, and the particular quality of its Mediterranean light have drawn painters for centuries. Cézanne spent most of his life here, and the city still bears the marks of his presence at every turn.
Avignon adds a different layer to the day. Once the seat of the Catholic papacy, the city preserves a remarkable concentration of medieval architecture. The Palace of the Popes dominates the skyline and stands as one of the largest Gothic buildings in Europe.
Because this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted to your interests. Your guide is available throughout the day to offer context, suggest detours, and help you make the most of your time in each city.
Tour Highlights
Follow the Cézanne trail through Aix-en-Provence, marked by bronze nails set into the pavement from the painter's birthplace to his grave.
Stroll past the famous fountains of Aix and explore a historic center that has changed little since the 17th century.
Visit the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Gothic palace ever built.
Travel in a comfortable, recent vehicle with door-to-door pickup directly from your hotel or rental property.
Benefit from the knowledge of a professional driver-guide who can adapt the program and share local recommendations throughout the day.
Enjoy a flexible itinerary that can be modified before or during the tour to suit your pace and preferences.
Take a relaxed lunch break at a local restaurant in one of the two cities, with time to absorb the atmosphere at your own speed.
Itinerary
Your guide arrives at your accommodation and you depart by highway toward Aix-en-Provence. The journey is comfortable and your guide can begin orienting you to the region along the way.
You arrive in the heart of the Provençal capital and begin on foot. The historic center is known for its elegant cours, moss-covered fountains, and the warm tone of its stone buildings.
A walking route marked by bronze nails engraved with a letter C leads through the city from the house where Paul Cézanne was born to his final resting place in the Saint-Jean cemetery. Your guide provides context about the painter's life and his relationship with the city.
Free time is set aside for lunch at a local restaurant. The cost of the meal is not included in the tour price, and your guide can suggest options depending on your location and preferences.
You travel onward to Avignon, which served as the seat of the papacy during the 14th century. The walled city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and preserves a remarkable medieval character.
The day's final major stop is the Papal Palace, a vast Gothic construction that dominates the city center. Its scale and architectural detail make it one of the most significant monuments in France.
What Is Included
Included
- Professional driver-guide for the full day
- Private transportation in a comfortable, recent vehicle
- Hotel or accommodation pickup and drop-off
- Guided walking tour of Aix-en-Provence
- Guided visit to Avignon and the Palace of the Popes
Not Included
- Lunch and beverages
- Entrance fees to monuments or museums
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Travel insurance
Important Information
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Secure your place on this private full-day tour of Aix-en-Provence and Avignon. Group size and itinerary are tailored to your party, so availability is limited.
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