Day Trips & Excursions in Avignon

From June to August each year, the fertile lavender fields of Sault are widely considered among the most popular sights in Provence. This convenient 5-hour combination bus and walking tour from Avignon takes you to the heart of France's lavender country. Stroll along rows of purple lavender, visit a local lavender farm, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour - limited to eight people.

Soak up Provence's exquisite natural beauty on a full-day tour from Avignon. Cross expansive plateaus covered in lavender blooms as you travel to several enchanting French villages such as Sault and Roussillon. Browse lavender shop and markets, visit the hilltop town of Gordes and learn all about Provence's symbolic flower at Lavender Museum in Coustellet. The small-group format ensures a flexible and personalized tour.

Discover the beauty and heritage of Provence on a full-day tour of Orange, Les Baux de Provence and Arles from Avignon. In a small group, visit the UNESCO-listed town of Orange to view the beautifully preserved Triumphal Arch and Roman theater. Then head to the perched village of Les Baux de Provence for panoramic pastoral views, and Arles "“ the city famously captured by Van Gogh in paintings like Le cafe de nuit.

Discover Provence's exotic beauty and ancient roots on a full-day tour of Aigues-Mortes, Camargue and Arles from Avignon. In a small group, travel into the saltwater marshes of Petite Camargue to visit the striking cities of Aigues-Morte and Les Saintes Maries de la Mer and to spy abundant wildlife like herons, flamingos and wild white horses. Then head to UNESCO-listed town of Arles - the city famously captured by Van Gogh in paintings like Le caf e de nuit.

Be inspired by Van Gogh's Provence on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon and learn how the region's extraordinary light affected his work. See the real-life locations depicted in Van Gogh's 'Starry Night Over the Rhone' and 'Caf e Terrace' as you explore historic Arles, then visit Saint R emy de Provence where the troubled artist was hospitalized for over a year. Finally, see works by Van Gogh and other iconic artists at the unique Carrières de Lumières, a multimedia art installation housed in an old quarry.

Journey back in time to historic Provence on this half-day tour from Avignon. Visit the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard "“ a towering Roman aqueduct "“ and the rugged hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence to wander and explore key sites like St Vincent Church, Hôtel des Porcelets and the ruins of Baux's medieval castle. Then continue to other perched villages like beautiful Gordes and Rousillion (this stop available with upgrade).

Discover Provence's lavender fields and enchanting villages with a 5-hour trip from Avignon. Travel through the countryside by comfortable coach, marveling at the bursts of color that make up the region's Mediterranean landscape. See the ochre quarries of Roussillon, visit the hilltop town of Gordes and enjoy a refreshing walk in Fontaine de Vaucluse. The small-group format ensures a custom experience for all!

Experience the medieval towns, art heritage and fine wine of Provence on this full-day tour from Aix-en-Provence. Discover Avignon's history as the medieval city of the Popes as you marvel at the Papal Palace, stroll along the Rhone River and explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town. After a delicious lunch (not included) and wine tasting (included), admire the photo-worthy views of the Alpilles National Park, tour the landmark Pont du Gard. This small-group tour is limited to eight people, ensuring a personalized experience.

Journey back in time to Roman and medieval Provence on this half-day tour from Avignon. Visit Saint-R emy-de-Provence to see the triumphal arch and funeral monument. Continue to the rocky hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence to explore key sites like St Vincent Church, the Hôtel des Porcelets and the ruins of Baux's medieval castle, and finish with a stop at the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard, a towering Roman aqueduct.

Departing from Avignon, set out to explore the charming villages and vineyards of Provence's Luberon region on a small-group tour. Stop at the mythical source of the Sorgues River, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, and savor stunning panoramic views from Gordes, a village of enchanting white-stone structures perched on the foothills of Monts of Vaucluse. Embark on a leisurely hike along the Ochre Trail before  perusing the cafes and courtyards of Bonnieux and M enerbes. Cap off your excursion with a  Provençal tasting session at a family-run winery.

Get to know the wildlife and landscape of Camargue on this day trip from Avignon with a small group. Travel in a comfortable minivan through the countryside, listening to your guide's insightful commentary while looking out for flamingos, black bulls, and wild horses. See the local salt pans and rice fields before visiting the Ornythological Park of Pont-de-Gau to learn about bird life. Other highlights include Aigues-Mortes and Saintes-Maries-De-La-Mer.