What can you expect on your Provence Day trip?

Explore the best of Provence with easily accessible day trips from Avignon, Marseille, and Nice -- all located within three hours' reach with transport options, making them popular day trip destinations. Explore medieval architecture, learn about winemaking, or experience the lavender landscapes (summer only). Wine and Roman heritage tours are available all year-round.

Let us tell you what makes Provence special.

Experience medieval history

  • Get skip-the-line entry to the Pont du Gard site, bypassing queues, and explore the engineering marvel of the Roman aqueduct, learning about its construction and historical significance.
  • Spend a full day exploring the best of Provence with ochre cliffs of Roussillon, the hilltop village of Gordes, and discover Roman ruins in Saint Rémy de Provence.
  • Wander through the medieval fortress village of Les Baux de Provence and explore the Alpilles mountains.
  • Learn more about the Mediterranean civilizations with skip-the-line ticket to the MuCEM in Marseille, and get insights into the region's diverse history and culture.

Taste the best of Provencal wines

  • Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Visit prestigious wineries on this full-day tour of Provence and learn about the winemaking process. Discover the unique terroir and grape varieties that contribute to the wine's character. Enjoy Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, known for their rich flavors.
  • Aix-en-Provence (Côtes de Provence): Enjoy a scenic drive through the Sainte-Victoire Mountain region. Visit renowned vineyards in the Côtes de Provence area and savor a curated wine tasting of red and rosé wines native to this area.
  • Marseille (Bandol & Cassis): Visit the Bandol AOP wine region. Explore the medieval village of Le Castellet and enjoy bold flavored Bandol reds and Cassis whites.

Explore the lavender fields in season

Journey through Provence's iconic lavender fields from June to August -- the peak blooming season. Tours take place from Marseille, Avignon, and Aix-en-Provence.

  • Sault:
    - Blooming season: mid-July to mid-August.
  • Explore expansive lavender plateaus, perfect for scenic walks and photography.
  • Luberon:
    - Blooming season: late June to mid-July.
  • Wander through lavender fields amidst Provencal villages.
  • Valensole:
    - Blooming season: late June to mid-July.
  • Experience vast, seemingly endless lavender fields, paired with sunflower fields.

Discover the beauty of Provence

Lavender fields at Sault
Pont du Gard
Wine tasting at Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Frequently asked questions about day trips in Provence

If you’re a history buff, book yourself a full-day tour that covers historic villages and landmarks in Provence such as Gordes and the Pont du Gard. If you're a wine connoisseur or enjoy an occasional glass of wine, consider a full-day tour to the vineyards of Chateauneuf du Pape, with wine tasting.