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- The best Provence tour packages
- What people love about Provence Tours
- Travel Provence your way
- Best tour companies for Provence tours
- Popular Provence Cruise Ships
- Discover Provence tours for every budget
- Provence tours for every type of group
- Top Provence travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Provence
- Contact our Provence travel experts
- What our customers ask about Provence Tours & Trips
The best Provence tour packages
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MelissaProvence travel expert at TourRadar
Rolling hills lead from the 19th-century Hotel l'Hermitage to the foot of Mt Ventoux. Caromb's 16th-century watchtower, Venasque's Saracen towers, and wine tastings in Vacqueyras highlight the route. Historic hotels with pools and authentic Provencal cuisine enhance the journey.
Duration 7 days Destinations Pernes-les-Fontaines, Vacqueyras, Mazan Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$3,060
Lyon to the Tip of Provence on the Rhône and Saône Rivers (port-to-port cruise)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a wonderful time on your very special cruise that we could not fault. The staff were all Superb.”
Jacqueline, traveled in May
An intimate river ship carrying just 158 passengers takes you to Provence's treasures. UNESCO-listed Avignon, Beaujolais wine tasting in Mâcon, and Arles' Roman amphitheater highlight the journey. MS Van Gogh offers French balcony cabins, gourmet meals with regional wines, and scenic cruising through Côtes du Rhône vineyards.
Duration 7 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Tain-l’Hermitage, Avignon, Arles, Martigues, Camargue Regional Nature Park, Marseille Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
- NZ$2,217
Cycle Provence
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Another great cycling trip from Intrepid.”
Meredith, traveled in May
An 8-day cycling tour leads from Avignon's Papal Palace to Arles' amphitheatre. Riders pass through Chateauneuf du Pape vineyards, Orange's Roman Theatre, and Van Gogh's Saint-Remy asylum, supported by a service vehicle.
Duration 8 days Destinations Avignon, Orange, Uzès, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux de Provence, Arles, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Age Range 14 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,830
25% Off- NZ$3,622You save $1,208
A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise) (7 destinations)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“the food was outstanding, and the land based tours were interesting.”
Gregory, traveled in October
CroisiEurope's fleet, rated 4.5+ by travelers, showcases Provence's gems. Les Baux de Provence's majestic village, Arles' Roman heritage, and the Alpilles region unfold before you. French gastronomy (rated 5/5) with included wines and elegant cabin accommodations enhance the experience.
Duration 6 days Destinations Lyon, Arles, Saint Louis, Martigues, Avignon, Viviers Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
25% Off- NZ$2,103
Paris and the Best of Southern France - Paris, Avignon & Nice in 8 Days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My trip was so beautifully planned that I simultaneously saw everything but was also relaxed and in vacation mode throughout.”
Meenakshi, traveled in February
Skip-the-line access opens doors to Provence's iconic landmarks. Avignon's UNESCO-listed Papal Palace, Roman temples in Nîmes, and walking tours in Nice create an immersive experience. Well-rated 3-star hotels like Hôtel Kyriad Avignon provide comfort, with daily breakfast included. Optional trips to Versailles or Disneyland available.
Duration 8 days Destinations Paris, Avignon, Nimes, Nice Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator WiseYatra From $3,155
15% Off- NZ$2,682You save $473
What people love about Provence Tours
- Paris and the Best of Southern France - Paris, Avignon & Nice in 8 Days
I had an absolutely magical time in the South of France- it was something out of a storybook. My trip was so beautifully planned that I simultaneously saw everything but was also relaxed and in vacation mode throughout. Every stay was just right- whether in the countryside or the town centre. If you're looking for a stress free holiday, go ahead and make Wiseyatra your travel partner without a second thought- their personalised service and customisation basis your preference are incomparable.
- Lyon to the Tip of Provence on the Rhône and Saône Rivers (port-to-port cruise)
We thoroughly enjoyed our cruise down the Rhone. All of the crew aboard Croisie's Van Gogh were delightfully helpful, the food excellent, and the scenery captivating. Special thanks to (Purser) Julie and the Chef and all waiting staff for attempting to manage an eating disorder one of us has.
I've been doing cycling trips with The Chain Gang for 8 years now. For me, the way they run these trips in France and Italy, is the perfect balance between safety and freedom. You don't feel you're a part of a tour package. It's more like a self guided tour with your friends, but one of them (the guide) happens to know the way and the secret spots better. There's is no support van babysitting you and you won't miss it. The hotels are all very good 2 and 3 stars choices and you feel very welcome, in some cases, by the owners themselves. The dinners are all awesome, always in great places selected specially for us. Their bike choice is very good as well - basic and reliable. So good that I bought one myself when I returned back home the first year. I love the atmosphere of the groups and have been making a lot new friends every year.
Bike Tour, Provence, France (guided groups)
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Explore a wide diversity of river cruises through Provence. We have 67 cruises that vary from 3 days to 11 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
See all River Cruise toursCycling puts you at just the right speed to experience Provence - quick enough to see plenty but slow enough to catch that lavender scent in the air. Our most requested routes kick off from Pernes-les-Fontaines and curve through Vaucluse until you reach L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, where the Sorgue River loops around the old town center. Our cyclists especially enjoy riding through Vacqueyras vineyard country to reach medieval Gigondas, known for bold red wines. If you're up for it, more challenging routes go near Mont Ventoux - that legendary Tour de France climb is there if you want it. One client mentioned how helpful it was having both GPS and paper maps since phone batteries tend to give up during full-day rides. You'll stop at local olive producers too, learning about growing methods and tasting fresh oils.
See all Bicycle toursIf you're looking to really get into Provence, our most popular routes blend coastal French Riviera with fascinating inland villages. You'll weave through Antibes' old port and narrow streets before heading to family vineyards near Aix-en-Provence for wine tasting. The Palace of the Popes in Avignon is worth taking your time with - it's the biggest medieval Gothic building in Europe and tells an amazing story about when popes ruled from here in the 1300s. Many of our clients love pairing the Gorges du Verdon (think Grand Canyon of Europe) with visits to traditional Luberon villages where you can watch monks at Sénanque Abbey going about their daily routines. For those who like driving, we've got tours with pre-programmed GPS routes in Porsches that follow the Alps Maritimes and Route Napoleon at whatever pace suits you.
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Both Explore and Backroads shine when it comes to cycling through Provence, with each bringing something unique to the experience. Our travelers who've gone with Explore talk a lot about their guide Erwin - he gets a lot of praise for making everyone feel at ease and paying attention to individual needs throughout the journey. The way Explore plans their routes really works well; they've clearly put thought into balancing the cycling with cultural stops and rest breaks. While there aren't tons of reviews yet, the ones we have are consistently positive, especially about how smoothly everything runs. Backroads also impresses with their organizational skills and eye for detail. They're particularly good at selecting accommodations that give you a proper taste of Provençal life, and they weave in meaningful cultural activities between rides. Their tours tend to hit that sweet spot between active cycling and really getting to know the region, which makes them ideal if you're planning your first bike tour in Provence. Both companies excel at the essentials - maintaining bikes, planning scenic routes and making sure you're well taken care of. The main difference comes down to their individual styles and specific itineraries, so it's worth looking closely at the daily plans to see which better matches what you're after.
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Discover Provence tours for every budget
Looking at budget-friendly cycling in Provence, a few tours really stand out. There's this excellent route through the Rhône Valley that takes you under alpine foothills, stopping at Châteauneuf du Pape for wine tasting and the charming 8th-century village of Gordes. Our customers tell us they love how the guides read the group dynamics and adjust the pace - especially helpful when summer temperatures climb. Another wallet-friendly option starts in Roman Arles before heading to Les Baux with its medieval charm and then on to Van Gogh's Saint Rémy. These tours come with quality bikes built for both hills and flat stretches through the market gardens. You'll stay in nice 3-star hotels with pools, which you'll appreciate after cycling in the Provençal sun.
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Provence tours for every type of group
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Group
92 tours in ProvenceExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Provence. We have 92 adventures that vary from 3 days to 12 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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16 tours in ProvenceSmall-group tours through Provence blend cultural depth with intimate experiences, and our travelers consistently praise how these journeys unfold. The route from Lyon guides you through hidden traboules passages, before continuing south where you'll sample wines in Beaune and Hermitage. Starting in Arles, groups follow ancient Roman paths and visit Van Gogh's painting locations, then make their way to the medieval charm of Les Baux. Cycling tours shine especially bright here - you'll pedal quiet routes from Pernes-les-Fontaines through Vaucluse, pausing at antique markets in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and tasting local vintages in Vacqueyras. Our guide Erwin gets plenty of mentions from past travelers, thanks to his talent for making everyone comfortable while attending to individual preferences. The tours mix guided experiences with independent exploration nicely - mornings might find you cooking in a local's kitchen or hiking the Calanques, with afternoons free to wander villages at your own rhythm. We've picked accommodations thoughtfully, from historic properties in Avignon to family-run hotels with pools that welcome you after a day of cycling.
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23 tours in ProvencePrivate tours in Provence give you real freedom to explore, especially on two wheels. There's this fantastic route from Pernes-les-Fontaines through the Vaucluse that leads to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue where you can browse antique markets and wander along the canals. One of our clients gave us a useful tip about bringing paper maps as backup when phone batteries struggle in the heat. Another route we love explores Côtes du Ventoux, taking you through Vacqueyras wine country and up to ancient Beaumes-de-Venise. You'll stay in carefully picked hotels like L'Hermitage where the pool becomes your best friend after a day in the saddle. For families, there's this great 14-day journey from Lyon to Marseille mixing cooking classes, wine tasting for the grown-ups and outdoor activities like hiking the Calanques that keep kids interested. Our travelers really value being able to change plans based on how everyone's feeling each day.
Top Provence travel itineraries to fit your plans
Week-long tours really let you sink into Provence's daily life. Cyclists love starting from Pernes-les-Fontaines, riding through Vacqueyras vineyards and past medieval spots like Beaumes-de-Venise. From Saint-Rémy, walking routes follow Van Gogh's footsteps - he created 150 paintings here in just one year. You'll hike the Alpilles mountains for great Rhône Valley views and also explore Maussane's olive groves. Our guests particularly like having rest days at family hotels with pools, perfect for visiting markets or just watching village life go by.
Ten days gives you room to connect Provence with Paris and also the French Riviera. From Lyon, you'll paddle the Ardèche gorges, try painting Van Gogh-style and discover wine cellars under medieval streets. Routes heading south to Arles introduce you to local bullfighters and Provençal customs before cycling through the Camargue to spot flamingos and visit oyster farms. Our travelers mention how much they enjoy cooking in historic houses and long lunches in village squares - no need to rush with these extra days.
Two-week family trips blend culture with outdoor activities nicely. You'll start in Lyon with private food tours through the market halls, then move south through wine country to the Luberon's medieval villages. Families get several days to move at their own speed - perhaps hiking Roussillon's ochre cliffs one day and exploring Gordes the next. The trip usually wraps up in Marseille after hiking the Calanques, where rocky cliffs drop into the Mediterranean. Our guests say this mix of guided activities and free time helps everyone find their own favorite parts of Provence.
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Solo travel in Provence really shines with routes that give you independence plus helpful support when needed. One of our most-booked trips starts in Arles where you'll follow ancient Roman paths before reaching Les Baux's lively outdoor market. The cycling routes stick to quiet country lanes, taking you past the spots in Saint Rémy that caught Van Gogh's eye. If you prefer walking, the Luberon trails lead to some excellent spots - like the rich orange cliffs of Roussillon and Gordes with its winding stone streets. Your bags move ahead to each hotel while you walk, which our travelers tell us makes such a difference to enjoying the journey. The daily walks flow naturally - you might leave medieval St-Saturnin in the morning, pass through orchards full of cherries and figs and end up at your next village base.
Provence serves up some really special experiences for couples. One route we recommend starts in Nice, takes you through Antibes' charming old port and includes stops at local vineyards for intimate rosé tastings. Another good option begins in Lyon - you'll discover hidden traboules passages before taking a scenic Rhône River cruise. The trips mix in lovely touches like dinners in ancient squares and nights in historic buildings overlooking medieval walls. Our couples particularly like how the schedule works - maybe a morning learning about olive oil at a family farm, then free time to explore Saint-Rémy-de-Provence's artistic quarter. Several routes include the Gorges du Verdon where the limestone cliffs and bright turquoise water create perfect spots for couple time.
Our active Provence tours really appeal to younger travelers, blending culture with outdoor experiences. Popular routes combine cycling through Vacqueyras wine country with kayaking near the Pont du Gard and hiking the paths above Gordes. You'll visit local markets, join cooking sessions in old stone kitchens and taste wines in historic cellars. The younger crowd tells us they love exploring Lyon's hidden traboules, checking out modern art in the old Les Baux quarries and having evenings free to enjoy Avignon's walled city atmosphere. Days keep moving - picture a morning bike ride through lavender fields, lunch at a village café and afternoon visits with young winemakers to learn about organic production.
Our seniors appreciate tours that balance gentle activity with cultural depth. The Luberon walking routes are carefully planned with comfortable daily distances, giving proper time to enjoy places like Roussillon's ochre buildings or the old fountains in Pernes-les-Fontaines. Several cycling routes follow the flatter Rhône Valley terrain, with plenty of stops at historic sites and wineries. A recent traveler mentioned how useful it was having both GPS and paper maps handy. Another liked having free days built in for exploring Avignon's Pope's Palace or just relaxing poolside. With luggage transfers included and hotels picked for their central locations, it's easy to head out for evening walks and find good local restaurants.
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- Seniors (50+)67 tours
Best time to visit Provence
- Spring 2025
Spring river cruises capture Provence as it wakes up, starting in Lyon where you can duck into those mysterious traboules before sailing to Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy. The paired villages of Tournon and Tain-l'Hermitage work perfectly in spring - you can taste wines while watching the terraced vines come back to life. Our cycling clients particularly love the spring departures, with just the right weather for riding through places like Saint-Rémy where Van Gogh did his best work. The route from Arles through the Roman sites to St Quentin la Poterie lets you see artisans still working with clay just like their ancestors did centuries ago.
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- Summer 2025
Summer heat needs clever planning, as one of our cycling guests pointed out, so we've adjusted our routes accordingly. The tours from Pernes-les-Fontaines through the Vaucluse now start early with plenty of stops in shady villages and cool-off breaks by hotel pools. Lots of people go for the Côtes du Ventoux circuit - you get easy rides through Vacqueyras vineyards and optional tough climbs if you're feeling strong. We give everyone GPS units and paper maps since phones tend to overheat in the Provençal summer sun. Most guests mix morning rides with afternoon culture - maybe cycling to Château Pesquie for wine tasting then relaxing in old Mazan.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn brings out Provence's harvest traditions, and you'll see it best on our river trips from Lyon to Arles that line up with the wine harvest - fresh pressings in Beaune and Hermitage included. The Luberon walks really come into their own now - those ochre cliffs at Roussillon pop against autumn's blue skies and you might catch truffle hunters working with their dogs in the woods. The cycling gets better too, especially around Mont Ventoux where cooler temps make the climbs more doable. We've got this great route linking Bonnieux, Lacoste, Menerbes and other villages Peter Mayle wrote about, right when the grape and olive harvests are happening.
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What's the best way to see all the different sides of Provence?
You'll find there's quite a range of ways to take in Provence's beauty really something for everyone. Cycling through vineyards is really popular and routes like Cotes Du Ventoux and Hilltop Villages of Provence let you pedal past gorgeous vineyards olive groves and these amazing little villages. If you're after something more adventurous the Gorges du Verdon is incredible it's actually called Europe's Grand Canyon and it's perfect for hiking and kayaking. The "Provence and the French Riviera" tour takes you right through there and the views are just stunning.
What kind of local cultural experiences can you actually do in Provence and where do you find them?
The cultural scene in Provence is incredibly rich and there's so many ways to dive right in. You can actually join painting workshops in Arles where Van Gogh created his masterpieces which is pretty special. The food culture is amazing too with cooking classes all over places like Lyon and Avignon. Wine lovers will enjoy tasting sessions in Cotes du Rhone and Cotes de Provence the vineyard tours are fantastic. The weekly markets especially in Isle sur la Sorgue are just buzzing with activity antiques and local produce everywhere. There's this great tour "Active & Discovery on the Rhone with 2 Nights in Paris" that includes painting workshops and it's really worth checking out.
What natural areas can you visit outside the cities and how do you get to them?
Provence has some incredible natural spaces just waiting to be explored. The Luberon Valley is this beautiful natural park filled with vineyards orchards and these amazing villages perched right on hilltops you can drive there or join organized tours. The Camargue Natural Park is really special it's this huge wetland where you'll spot all sorts of birds including pink flamingos best seen by bike or jeep safari. The Alpilles mountains are perfect for hiking with these hidden trails and views that'll take your breath away. That "Active & Discovery" tour I mentioned actually includes a guided bike ride through the Camargue it's a great way to see it.
What are some of the lesser-known routes around Provence and why do people love them?
The Cézanne Route is really special it's actually France's only classified road and exploring it by e-bike is just fantastic. It runs from Aix-en-Provence to Sainte-Victoire and you're literally following in Cézanne's footsteps seeing the exact landscapes that inspired his art. The e-bikes make it easy and you get these amazing views of old chapels villages and lavender fields. There's also this incredible Corniche Route around Lake Verdon winding through the gorges with these dramatic cliffs rapids and the most beautiful turquoise water you've ever seen. You can experience the Cézanne Route on that "France Drive Riviera & Provence in a Porsche" tour it's pretty special.
How do people usually get around Provence and what's the transport situation like?
Getting around Provence is actually pretty straightforward. The high-speed trains connect all the major spots like Paris Lyon and Avignon which makes it really easy to reach the region. Rental cars give you that freedom to explore the smaller villages and countryside at your own pace. The local buses are great for getting around towns and cities and if you're doing organized tours they often use these nice luxury minivans. E-bikes are becoming really popular especially in places like the Luberon Valley they're eco-friendly and just fun to use. That "Paris and the Best of Southern France" tour uses the train system really well to connect Paris Avignon and Nice in 8 days.