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Excursion to Provence : Hilltop Villages and Markets

Activity - Holidays & weekends in Aix-en-Provence

Excursion to Provence : Hilltop Villages and Markets - Activity - Holidays & weekends in Aix-en-Provence
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avenue Giuseppe Verdi - Aix-en-Provence

Discover the picturesque villages of this charming region !  During the tour you will visit a traditional market in Gordes, Bonnieux or Isle sur la Sorgue (depending on the day)  and meet different local artisans still practicing time-honored crafts. Your minbus will first head to Isle sur la Sorgue, also known as Illa Venissa (Venice Island), an enchanting village set upon the water that's home to a variety of antique shops and cafés. You will then set off to Gordes, one of the most beautiful villages in France. From this hilltop vantage point, you'll get a stunning panoramic view of the region. Your minibus will then stop at the famous Cistercian Senanque abbey, located amid vast lavender fields, before heading to Rousillon. Perched on a ochre cliff, its buildings are different shades of yellow, orange and red, giving the impression of paints mixed on a painter's palette. Fall under the charm of the picturesque scenery !  The tour will end with a visit to the typical villages of Bonnieux and Lourmarin, where you can take a moment to contemplate the views across the surrounding vineyards and olive trees. At the end of your day, you will be driven back to Aix en Provence.

Rates

Excursion to Provence : Hilltop Villages and Markets
135 €
Pricing formulas
Adult (12 years +)
/
Child (4–11 years)

Practical information

Participants' profileAll ages
Good to knowActivity subject to weather conditions
Advantages

• A unique and cultural tour

• The typical villages and exceptional views

• Discovering a charming region

In detail

• Availability :   (excluding exceptional dates)

• Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from April to October

• Friday and Saturday from November to March

• Departure time : 9am

• Departure point : central Aix en Provence

• A minimum of 2 people is required to book this activity

• Reduced tariff available for children under 12 years

• Kids under the age of 4 are not allowed on this tour

• This activity is not suitable for persons of reduced mobility

• Transport in an air-conditioned minibus (maximum 8 places)

• Your chauffeur will provide commentary in English and French

• Please note : Gordes Market is held on TuesdaysBonnieux Market is held on FridaysIsle sur la Sorgue Market is held on Sundays

• The stop at Senanque abbey takes place from June 15 to July 15 only

Establishment policy

BookingRequired
PaymentCredit card
Included in the price
• Commentary by your guide/driver
• Return transport from Aix en Provence
Not included in the price
• Personal expenses
• Tips (optional)
Cancellation conditions
Cette prestation peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à 24h avant l'heure de début de l'activité (heure locale). Au delà et en cas de no show, 100 % de frais seront appliqués - Cancellation insurance

Places of interest nearby

Tourist Office of Aix-en-Provence (120 m)
Il Piccolo (220 m)
Pavillon Noir (250 m)
Church of the Saint-Esprit (270 m)
Grand Theatre of Provence (290 m)
Train station of Aix-en-Provence (300 m)
Le Pasino (320 m)
Church Saint-Jean-Baptiste du Faubourg (350 m)
Private Mansion of Caumont (380 m)
Cité du Livre (470 m)

Events nearby

Last nameDescriptionDateCity
International Festival of Lyric Art
One of the great European lyric festivalsFrom 3 to 23 july 2024Aix-en-Provence
FID Marseille
An international event for film buffsFrom 25 to 30 june 2024Marseille (26 km)
Bol d'Or
A legendary race for motorbike fansFrom 12 to 15 september 2024Le Castellet (42 km)
Correspondences Festival
Living literature in dialogue with other forms of creativityFrom 25 to 29 september 2024Manosque (44 km)

Restaurants nearby

Last nameStyleRateCity
La Petite Ferme
French cuisine23 € to 40 € Aix-en-Provence
Le Saf
African16 € Aix-en-Provence
Licandro Le Bistro
French cuisine35 € Aix-en-Provence
La Flamme d'Aix
Mediterranean28 € Aix-en-Provence
Naya
Asian9 € to 14 € Aix-en-Provence
Les Caves Henri 4
French cuisine59 € Aix-en-Provence

Outings nearby

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
To the choirs of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy1:05Aix-en-Provence
Water fountains of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy55 minAix-en-Provence
Hiking and biking trails in Gréasque
Mountain bike itineraryEasy1:00Gréasque (13.5 km)
Sainte-Victoire Mountain - Saint-Ser Chapel
HikeIntermediate1:30Puyloubier (18.4 km)
Between Sainte-Victoire and Sainte-Baume
HikeEasy4:00La Destrousse (21 km)
Discovery of the historic center of Aubagne
HikeEasy40 minAubagne (28 km)

Accommodation nearby

Last nameAccommodation typeRateCity
The Mirabeau
Vacation rental325 € to 380 € per weekAix-en-Provence
Hôtel de France
Hotel99 € to 164 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Séjours & Affaires Aix-en-Provence Mirabeau
Hotel41 € to 69 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Hôtel Rotonde
Hotel104 € to 175 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Hôtel des Augustins
Hotel131 € to 209 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Casa Hotel
HotelAix-en-Provence
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