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Provance can be defined as encapsulating tranquility and rich sensory experiences. Our private tours of the region are designed to deliver the best of this idyllic village region for you.

Known for its charming cobbled streets, papal palaces, medieval fortresses, and blissful lavender fields and vineyards, Provance came to many people’s attention with the publication of  Peter Mayle’s bestselling “A Year In Provance” where he distills the essence of the region through describing relocating his family into a 200-year-old stone farmhouse in a remote village. On your private tour of the region, we would be delighted to guide you around the remarkable hilltop villages, cheerful port towns, and lush lavender fields described in its pages.

Our tours of Provence are completely customizable , so simply complete our online inquiry form and your personal tour planner will be in touch to begin crafting a complimentary tour itinerary for you and your private guide that will deliver the best of the region to you.

What makes our tours of Provance so special?

Naturally touring Provance in a large group or bus tour shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers would be totally against the spirit of the place.

Our private tours are designed with tranquility, luxury, and comfort at their center so you can truly delight in the natural wonders, village life and gorgeous ancient architecture and monuments to be found here.

Our tours are totally customizable so if you have a particular passion or interest that you would like to indulge on your tour such as a wine tasting experience with local producers simply let us know and we can design it into your itinerary.

Depending on your preferences our tours can combine elements of the following:

  • Sightseeing tours
  • Walking tours
  • Attractions & monuments tour
  • Wine & Food tours
  • Driver-guided tours

Locations to consider for your private Provence tour

Avignon- Medieval City of the Popes

Medieval City of Avignon

Carrieres des Lumieres Baux-de-Provence , France

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Les Baux-de-Provence

Gordes, France Serene countryside

Wine Tours & Tastings Provence

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Avignon: Medieval City of the Popes

Visit Avignon’s ancient town center and discover its fascinating history firsthand on one of our private guided tours. The city is known as the medieval city of the Popes because between 1309 and 1377, seven successive popes lived in the historic center (with Clement VI eventually buying the town in 1348). The center includes sites such as the Palais des Popes, an impressive cathedral, and the Pont d’Avignon which led UNESCO to declare it a World Heritage Site back in 1995. This stunning town is one of our favorite places to bring clients to Provence and is well worth a visit if you’re touring the region. Include it in your itinerary by clicking ‘Create My Custom Tour’ below.

Visit the spectacular Carriers of Light in the heart of Alpilles. Built out of the remains of an old quarry the Carrieres de Lumieres host fantastic multimedia shows projected onto the surfaces of the rock and grounds. Featuring exhibitions such as Van Gogh and Salvador Dalí, all with incredible atmospheric music to accompany your journey through the shows, we really can’t recommend this experience enough. Include a trip to the Carrieres de Lumieres in your itinerary by clicking ‘Create My Custom Tour’ below.

Named after the province of Provence, Les Baux-de-Provence is regarded as one of the most beautiful villages in Europe and only has 22 residents. Perched atop a rocky outcrop and crowned with a ruined castle, there have been traces of human habitation found in Les Baux-de-Provence dated to 6000BC and is a fascinating town to tour. The town also produces excellent olive oil and a full-bodied red and rose wine for visitors to take home to remember their visit by. Include a visit to this incredible town in your tour itinerary by clicking ‘Create My Custom Tour’ below.

Include a visit to the beautiful hilltop town of Gordes and tour their incredible Renaissance castle (built 1525). This stunning town has a fascinating history dating back to the Celtic times and was later occupied by the Roman Empire (which you can see constant reminders of as you walk through the town). You can also see sites such as the Saint-Firmin Palace cellars, Sénanque Abbey, or perhaps enjoy a trip around the town’s traditional markets. Include a trip to Gordes in your itinerary by clicking ‘Create My Custom Tour’ below.

Taste the unique Provence wines by visiting one of its many famous wine regions. With its mild winters and long, warm summers, Provence is ideal for growing grapes (of which there are 13 distinct types available in the region, all unique to France) and is perhaps most famous for its rose. Visit world renowned regions such as Côte de Rhône, Côte de Provence, Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence and the seaside Provençal Mediterranean with expert sommeliers to guide you through your journey. Include a wine tour and tasting in Provence in your itinerary by clicking ‘Create My Custom Tour’ below.

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One Day in Provence

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20 years of experience in custom-made tours dedicated to independent travelers and small groups from Provence to French Riviera. Discover the highlights of Provence off the beaten tracks, Explore the most beautiful sites with experienced driver-guides, Learn about local history, customs and traditions, Meet local people and brilliant characters, Taste our best food specialties and delicious wines, Bring home memories of a lifetime !

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Aix-en-Provence, Cassis & Marseille

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Provence has been unlocking souls for centuries …is it your turn?

Christmas in Provence

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Now’s the time to think about christmas 2024.

December 7 – 17, 2024 • 10 nights / 11 days  

Brighten your Christmas spirit this year with a trip to the South of France to partake in the local holiday cheer, traditions and cuisine.  From Nice to Avignon…and everything magical in-between.  Join a small group Christmas in Provence tour and your heart will be singing cheer for all to hear!   

Welcome to Your Private Provence (YPP), a boutique tour company offering tours designed by a local. Enjoy traveling with a perfect balance between doing and relaxing. Tours are designed so you can immerse into the culture, traditions, cuisine and lifestyle.

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Choose from a small group tour or a private custom tour designed especially for your group. Either way, you’ll discover the Provençal way of life, ponder the legends and historical anecdotes, taste the flavors, and meet the locals.

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Enjoy both lavender sites and Provence’s best cultural heritage sites…before the official French holidays.  

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Truffles, Wine & Provencal Cuisine

Provence gourmet winter escape – truffles, Provencal cusine, wine tours and a cultural immersion during the off-season.  

Pont Julien, an historic Roman bridge on Provencal tour of Roman roads

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Photography Tour

Time to soak up the lavender aromas…slow travel at its best – luxury accommodations. 

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Secret Provence is here on this tour…retreat to nature and be inspired by the simple life.

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Bonjour! My name is Claire Paris (yes, that's my real name) and I'm a provencal by adoption!

     I was born outside of Paris during the marvelous 80s', from a dad from Champagne and a mum from Burgundy. The perfect blend!

I spent my childhood in the parisian region and moved to Lorraine when I was a teenager. Most of my beloved friends and a part of my family are from there.

     I moved to Provence after two years of tourism study that made me a licensed guide and a 6 year experience acquired in leading companies of the tourism industry. I started my own business in 2013 to share my love for Provence and all the things that make it so special.

     I'm an outgoing and enthusiastic person. I enjoy being outside, I will never miss an opportunity to pat a cat or wear a sundress, I'm amazed by the little things, I devour books (especially biographies), and I'm a biiiiiiiiiiig foodie! Traveling is also a huge passion of mine, hence the career as a tour guide, I suppose!

I want to show you the many beauties of Provence I got to discover over the years, and hopefully you will fall madly in love with it, just like I did! Whether you want to learn about roman history, visit a castle, have a picnic in the lavender fields, take gorgeous pictures to make your friends jealous, I can cater everything to make your vacation the most enjoyable ever.

You will find below an interactive map of Provence as well as ideas of tours for inspiration (if you're scrolling on your phone, let's meet on a computer!).

Everything is completely customizable.  I exclusively do private tours. My air-conditioned van can accommodate up to 6 people. All you have to do is hop on and let the magic happen!  Feel free to email me so we can discuss the best itinerary possible for your unforgettable experience in Provence!

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6 seats a/c, passionate licensed guide (#1313021p), pick up at your location, english français italiano.

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One of the best preserved roman theaters

Both roman and medieval

Lavender all over!

The Provence of postcards! It's famous for the hilltop villages,  every one of them is perfection, from Gordes, the most famous, to Roussillon, the colorful one. And many other hidden treasures!

The Paris of Provence

Home of Cézanne

The wildest part of Provence! Pink flamingos, white horses and bulls live in the delta of the Rhône river.

Roman heritage, Van Gogh sites and a lot of beauty!

Gorgeous roman heritage

Laid back and beyond charming, craft shops at every corner

THE wine place!

This little chain of mountains has a lot to offer, with charming towns like Saint Rémy de Provence, medieval history with les Baux, and art with Van Gogh!

The tallest roman aqueduct that still exists

Merci Hélène for this adorable map of Provence!

Go check her amazing work as a ceramist!

14th century home of the Popes. Best base to explore Provence! 

Antic stores and cristal clear river

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Meet local producers

Among the activities you can do during the day, visiting a local producer will certainly be a wonderful experience! Whether we visit a goat farm, a nougat maker, a fig farm or an olive mill, you will leave with a wondeful taste of Provence.

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Roman Heritage

Combine a day in lovely Provence with a bit of History! What about going to Arles in the morning, have lunch in a cute quaint provencal town and finish the day at Pont du Gard, one of the world's best preserved roman aqueducts? 

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Market and Picnic

Market and picnic

Have you ever dreamed of going to a provencal market in the morning, buy all the yummy food there and go for a picnic in the countryside? I can make that dream come true! So pack your prettiest sundress (even you, gentlemen) and get ready to feel like a real provencal!

Picnic equipment provided, food not included. Everyday except Tuesday

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Lavender and Villages

Lavender and villages

Lavender fields are so close to many beautiful places! We can spend the day exploring lovely hilltop villages and make many lavender photo stops along the way.

Available roughly from mid June to mid August.

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Van Gogh's footsteps

Van Gogh's life in Provence

The world famous dutch painter spent 2 years in Provence and made his most inspired work there. Follow his footsteps with a visit of his beloved Arles and Saint Rémy de Provence and immerge yourself in an authentic provencal atmosphere.

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The best of Provence!

the best of Provence!

Buckle up and let me drive you for a compilation of the best of Provence! If your time in the area is limited, this is the tour you need. We'll go from hilltop villages to beautiful countryside, medieval history and roman sites. The perfect mix of everything Provence has to offer!

Walking tours

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These are the starting prices , for up to 6 people, from Avignon and close surroundings.

An extra charge may apply based on your departure place and our destinations.

Gasoline, parking, toll fees are included. 

All the other expenses such as entrance fees, food and drinks, souvenirs, are at your own charge.

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Half Day Tour (5 hours)

Wanna go deep into History? Walking tours might just be what you need! 

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Avignon h as no secrets for me! Are you ready to travel back in time and explore the capital of the catholic world in the 14th century?  Let's embark on a journey through History, where you will discover the reasons that led the Pope to leave Rome and choose Avignon over any other place in Europe, and learn about the medieval daily life inside and outside the popes palace. Did you know that pollution was way worse then than it is nowadays? Or that street names are not random?

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Arles is the perfect combination of roman heritage, Van Gogh sites and provencal charm! Why was this city so important for the romans that they built monuments you could only find in the most important cities of the Empire? Why did Van Gogh leave Paris and everything behind to live in a city he only had heard of a couple times, and why did he paint so much there? 

Arles also has one of my favorite neighborhoods in all Provence. Fancy a walk there?

These tours don't require the use of a car. Pick up on request with extra charge.

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First time in Provence? A little lost and confused about where, when, how? Here's a little help to prepare your visit!

  • How to get there Provence is accessible by the highways A7 and A9 , as well as by TGV (Avignon, Aix en Provence, Marseille), and the airport of Marseille (international) and Avignon (for the lucky ones with a private jet!).
  • When to come The nicest seasons are the spring and the beginning of fall. The weather is lovely, temperatures are ideal, and it's not overcrowded. May is the perfect balance between all these factors, in addition to the beauty of nature ! For the flowering times, see "Visits" !
  • Where to stay Avignon is probably the best base : accessible by highway, TGV, and only an hour away from Marseille airport ! The town, in addition to its indeniable charm, offers a large choice of accommodations as well as excellent restaurants and bars. Arles is a good alternative, with similar assets, minus the TGV access. L'Isle sur la Sorgue and Saint Rémy de Provence will be a delight for the countryside lovers, and still offer a great choice of accommodations and restaurants.
  • What to pack Comfortable shoes! You will walk a lot, and steep cobblestone streets are everywhere in Provence. Summers are hot (high 90F°), hats and sunglasses are highly recommended as well as sunscreen. Light fabrics such as flax are what locals wear. At night temperatures drop a bit but are still quite high, you will probably just need a light jacket. Insulated bottles have been my best friends for a few years now! I don't leave home without one. Make sure you slip one in your suitcase. The spring can be quite windy and chilly if our "beloved" Mistral wind decides to show up. It then feels much cooler than what the weather forecast says: bring an extra layer on your day out, just in case!
  • Transportation on site The car is the best way to move once in Provence. It is quite rural, regional trains are not developped, and buses offer a service that lacks frequency. Roads are sometimes very narrow, especially in the Luberon or Alpilles. It's highly recommended to have a good driving experience ! As for towns like Avignon and Arles, driving can be a challenge : the streets are extremely narrow, most of the time one way, and most of them are closed to traffic anyway. Seat belts have to be worn by law. Otherwise the ticket is 135€. Ouch!
  • Markets The provencal markets are well known all around the world. They're a must for anyone who wants to experience Provence, which explains why they can be very busy, especially in the heart of summer. Go early morning ! Getting there by 9 am is the guarantee you will enjoy your experience even more, even if it means you'll have to set your alarm clock !
  • Souvenirs Here is a non exhaustive list of wonders to bring for your dear ones: lavender sachets and essential oil, Marseille soap, olive oil, nougat and calissons (a candy made of almond paste), table clothes and fabrics, lavender wands, wine, Camargue rice, salt, potteries, paintings, pigments, santons, ceramic cicadas... Craftmen all over Provence are proud and happy to make local and high quality products.
  • Blooming seasons Lavender, the star of Provence, is a summer flower. It blooms from mid June to mid August. However, depending on the previous winter, it can be either early or late. The first 10 days of July are the certainty (or almost!) to see lavender at its best ! Sunflowers bloom shortly after lavender, but it's very rare to see two fields of these flowers side by side, in spite of what you can see on many pictures. Poppies, not quite as famous as lavender and sunflowers, aren't less of a spectacular show. May is when you want to come to see them.
  • Where to swim For the sea lovers, Les Saintes Maries de la Mer in Camargue is where you want to go : the sandy beaches and shallow water are ideal for families with young children. For the hikers, go to the calanques, near Marseille : they offer the right combination between sport and chill. The place is beyong gorgeous ! As their access is limited in the summer make sure you get the right information before you go ! If you like rivers better, then Pont du Gard is made for you ! Here History and water meet for a both educational and leisure visit ! When will you ever swim at the feet of a 2000 year old aqueduct again ?
  • Greetings In Provence people greet each other by kissing one another 3 times, starting from the right cheek. It's called « la bise ». A hand shake will do it too, especially if you don't know the person. But unfortunately we don't use the friendly hug. When you walk into a place, make sure you say « bonjour » before starting asking questions. The french are also very fond of « merci » and « s'il vous plaît ». It's a little annoying at first but you will quickly get used to it !
  • L'apéritif As everywhere in France, we love to seat in the sun and share a drink with friends ! Pastis, a liquorice alcohol you mix with water, is the star of Provence apéritifs ! Rosé is also wildely popular : refreshing, light, easy to drink, it will suit most palets. For the younger ones, « Pac à l'eau » is a sweet lemon syrup mixed with water. Nice and refreshing ! Along with tapenades (olive spreads), olives and pickled garlic, here's the perfect provencal aperitif !
  • At the restaurant Whether you booked a table or not, you can't seat yourself : the waiter will direct you to your table. He will then ask if you want an « apéritif » (see above). It isn't customary to have butter or olive oil on the table for you to eat with your bread. Ice is also not a habit, don't worry if the waiter doesn't bring a bucket along with your drinks. Tap water is drinkable almost everywhere, and has a very neutral taste. Tips are always included in France, but if you had a great time and you consider your waiter deserves one, feel free to give him a little something ! 5 to 10% is the usual, but you can give more if you feel like it. Your waiter won't bring the check straight away : ask him when you are ready to leave !
  • Food and local specialties Aïoli is the Friday dish here in Provence : steamed cod and vegetables, served with garlic mayonnaise, yum ! Many restaurants will have it on menus on Fridays. Soupe au pistou also is a local's favorite! It's a soup made of different kinds of beans, potatoes, carrots, zucchini, to which we add loads of pistou, the provencal pesto. Seasonal fruits and vegetables grown close by are a big part of the provencal cuisine. Strawberries in September or figs in the spring are most definitely imported, and locals won't buy them. Garlic is an important part of our food heritage. Chefs will use just the right amount, but in private homes it reigns as the king of condiments !
  • Books For you, bookworm, who need to get into the provencal mood before you visit! Marcel Pagnol was a prolific writter and most of his work is a beautiful picture of Provence at the beginning of the 20th century. Among his biggest successes is My Father's Glory, one of my favorite books. Warning: some of his stories are tragic! Alphonse Daudet wrote delighful provencal stories too! His most famous book is Letters from my Mill, a collection of tales and legends. Frédéric Mistral is the most famous writter in Provence. He's considered a local heroe after he saved the local dialect by writing in that language. He even won the Nobel prize of litterature in 1904! How not to mention Peter Mayle and his world famous A Year in Provence! A classic that made Provence the dreamy destination for many...
  • Movies Most of Marcel Pagnol's books were turned into movies in the 80s'. They're a wonderful way to immerge yourself in the delightful atmosphere of the early 20th century Provence! For Van Gogh lovers, At Eternity's Gate is a accurate picture of what the painter's life was like in Saint Rémy de Provence, his home for a year. If you're in the mood for a rom com, go watch A Good Year, by Ridley Scott! A romantic love story that takes place in the Luberon. My Summer in Provence takes place in one of my favorite villages! Three siblings from Paris spend the summer at their grand parents in the Alpilles. Their grand father isn't as grumpy as he first seems...

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See the best of Provence with your own private guide and driver. All of our private guides are experts in the region of Provence and will ensure you have a truly memorable time as you explore the best sights in the region.

 Our private driver guides provide the perfect way to explore the villages, markets, wineries and landscapes of Provence at your own pace. Choose from one of our ready-made private tours of Provence or create your own Provence itinerary and simply book a private driver guide for the day!

Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel and you’ll be driven on your choice of tour in Provence. Choose from private tours of the Luberon villages and markets, ancient Roman ruins and historic cities. Or explore the beautiful vineyards of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, the Rhone Valley and the coastal towns along the Mediterranean. Or, spend a day in the lavender fields or exploring the sites made famous by Van Gogh and Cezanne!

Experience the best of Provence with your private A la Francaise guide!

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Private e-bike tour Alpilles or Luberon from Aix-en-Provence

As a couple, with your family or with friends, fancy an e-bike getaway to discover the Provencal art de vivre? Let yourself be guided during a unique private tour in Provence! Join us for an authentic journey between Saint-Rémy and Les Baux de Provence, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes in the heart of the Alpilles region. Or enjoy a memorable private day through the Luberon region and explore its famous perched villages, vineyards, olive trees and lavender fields, Provence’s emblematic landscapes.

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As a couple, with your family or with friends, discover one of the most beautiful regions of France and enjoy a memorable private day in Provence. If you choose the Luberon region, you will explore its famous perched villages, vineyards, olive trees and lavender fields. Or if you decide to explore the Alpilles region, you will go for an authentic journey between Saint-Rémy and Les Baux de Provence, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. In both cases, you will discover the Provencal art de vivre and enjoy a memorable private day through the Provence region.

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Our private driver guides are ready to take you in comfort to discover Provence. Choose your itinerary & we’ll do the rest! Our 8 seater luxury minivans will transport you in comfort from Avignon to your choice of destinations. This is the perfect half day private tour for couples, families or groups of friends!

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Create your own private Provence itinerary and our expert private guides will drive you in comfort to your chosen destinations! Discover Provence with your partner, family or group of friends! Our luxury 8-seater minivan and private guide are the perfect way to spend a day trip from Avignon!

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Private half-day tour from Aix-en-Provence

Explore Provence with your own private driver guide from Aix-en-Provence. Choose your itinerary and then relax as you're driven in comfort in our 8 seater luxury minivan. This is the perfect private tour for couples, families or groups of friends! During a half-day, enjoy a privileged getaway with your driver-guide who will reveal the many secrets of our magnificent region!

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Explore the must-see sights near Marseille with your own private driver guide. Our guides are all experts in the region so you will benefit from their wealth of knowledge as they drive you to your choice of destinations!

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Choose a private driver guide to accompany you on a day trip from Marseille. Travel in comfort in a luxury 8-seater minivan to the must-see sights of Provence or the Mediterranean and learn all about the region from your guide as you go.

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Enjoy a morning or afternoon tour from Arles with a private driver guide. Whether you want to visit the sights made famous by Van Gogh, explore the Alpilles region or the national regional park of Camargues, your expert guide is ready to share his knowledge with you.

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Private full-day tour from Arles

Enjoy a day trip from Arles with your own driver guide and be driven in comfort to your choice of must-see sights in Provence. Whether you are travelling as a couple with family or in a small group, our 8-seater luxury minivans are the perfect way to make a day trip from Arles.

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Private shore excursion: Aix-en-Provence

Enjoy a private morning shore excursion to Aix-en-Provence and experience the art and culture that surround you in this Provencal city! Your private guide will escort you in the comfort of our 8-seater luxury minivan from your cruise ship in Marseille. Enjoy the weekly market or follow in the footprints of the painter Paul Cézanne and learn about the city's art and culture from your guide as you go.

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Private shore excursion: Marseille & Cassis

Spend a day touring Marseille and the fishing village of Cassis with your very own private driver guide. The perfect shore excursion! Enjoy the must-see sites on Marseille's doorstep. Admire the landscape, architecture and Mediterranean coast that so perfectly reflect the Provencal lifestyle!

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Private shore excursion: Avignon & Châteauneuf

Visit Avignon and taste wine in Chateauneuf-du-Pape, the perfect shore excursion from Marseille! Join your private guide to visit two of Provence's most iconic places, the Popes' City and Provence's famous wine making region, Chateauneuf-du-Pape. See the best sights in Avignon and enjoy a wine tasting in the heart of Provence's wine country. Our 8-seater luxury minivan and private guide are the perfect way to explore Provence with your family, group of friends or partner.

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Private shore excursion: Aix & Marseille

Step of your cruise ship in Marseille for a private shore excursion of Aix-en-Provence & Marseille. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the city of art and culture, Cezanne's Aix-en-Provence. Then, discover the breathtaking views of Marseille and its coast on a panoramic tour of the city.

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Private shore excursion: Aix-en-Provence & Cassis

Join your private guide for a memorable day tour to Aix-en-Provence and Cassis. Hop off your cruise ship in Marseille and be driven in comfort to the must-see sites on Marseille's doorstep. Admire the landscape, the architecture and the Mediterranean coast that established the worldwide fame of the Provencal lifestyle.

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Private shore excursion: lavender fields

This private day tour will lead you to Provence’s most beautiful lavender fields, in the Valensole area. This is where lavender is at its most colourful. Join your private guide who is an expert in Provence for a truly memorable shore excursion from Marseille.

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Private shore excursion: Aix & Cassis from Toulon

Take a full day tour to Aix-en-Provence and Cassis with your own private driver guide. Your Provence expert will meet you at your cruise ship in Toulon and take you for a wonderful shore excursion to two of Provence's most iconic destinations.

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Private shore excursion: Aix & Marseille from Toulon

Enjoy a private tour of Aix-en-Provence and Marseilles from your cruise ship in Toulon. Spend a morning on a private guided walking tour of the city of art and culture, Cezanne's Aix-en-Provence. Then, relax as you are driven on a panoramic tour of the best sights and breathtaking views in Marseille

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Full-Day Provence and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Marseille or Aix

Full-Day Provence and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Marseille or Aix

Introduction to Avignon Tour with the Papal Palace and the Pont d'Avignon and Skip-the-Line Tickets

Introduction to Avignon Tour with the Papal Palace and the Pont d'Avignon and Skip-the-Line Tickets

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In the Footsteps of Van Gogh: An Arles Audio Guide

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Half-Day Provence Villages Day Trip from Marseille or Aix

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Provence's Mary-Magdalene Pilgrimage with an Archaeologist

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Introduction to Arles Tour with Roman Ruins and Van Gogh Highlights

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Full-Day Provence and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Avignon

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Lavender Tour

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Group Size: 4 to 8 passengers aboard a Luxury Mercedes Minivan

VIP Lavender Tour

Valensole, the luberon, or sault.

With Your Private Licensed Guide

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Explore Provence on a private day trip to the area’s highlights and hidden gems, from secluded areas in the Luberon to iconic lavender fields.  Your private Tour Guide will ensure the day’s itinerary customized to your interests. Learn about the history of lavender production and the different varieties which grow in Provence. From the plateaux of Vaucluse to the most inclusive lavender fields in Valensole, delve into the most spectacular scenery of purple Provence.

To welcome you and introduce you to lavender production in all its varieties, your private local guide will select producers, distilleries, museums & most representative manufactures.

Tour Details 

  • Pick-up at your hotel
  • *Valensole, Sault or the Luberon fields: from the Durance valley to the legendary plateau of Valensole, see Provence’s famous lavender fields. Snap your most iconic pictures. And shop for artisan lavender oils and flowers during the lavender season (until early August). Outside the lavender blooming season, a tour may be offered to the village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie , the cradle of faience.
  • Lunch at a nearby restaurant (gourmet summer salad at a garden restaurant near the town Valensole)
  • Stop at the worldwide known Occitane original factory (optional) and learn about how it all started… Delve into the bewildering boutique and bring back your favorite Occitane ingredients.
  • Drive back on the panoramic road of the Luberon villages to your hotel. Stop along the way.

*Tours can either be offered at Valensole, the Luberon fields, or Sault. Tell us about your favorite destination.

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√   Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

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  ×  Monuments and Museums 

  ×  Lunch and Beverages

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I would highly recommend Florence for a tour in Provence. She was informative and showed us the best lavender fields away from the busy spots. We had a splendid day with her, great lunch recommendation, excellent guide!

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PROVENCE WALKING TOUR : 6 Day Tour

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What makes Our Provence Tour Exceptional?

  • True Small Group Tours – Maximum 16 guests per tour date
  • Designed to Appeal to BOTH Walkers & NON-Walkers Alike!
  • One Centrally Located Boutique Hotel (Unpack Once, No Hotel Hopping)
  • Provence is our home…We live locally!

Join our highly sought-after small group tour, Best Adventures in Provence®. This unique tour is named for its exceptional, adventurous, and active itinerary. It takes you off the beaten path to explore the best of France’s sun-drenched and culturally rich southern region. Our award-winning 6-day/5-night small group tour will allow you to discover this colorful region’s hidden gems and best-kept secrets. Our Provence Tour is not just a guided gourmet foodie journey but also includes a couple of easy and exceptionally scenic walks along the back roads of the beautiful countryside of southern France. What makes this tour truly special is our UNESCO award-winning guiding team and our deep connection to the region, ensuring an unforgettable trip.

July 2024 Provence tour guests enjoying a fun dinner at our friend's home

Who Are Our Provence Tours Designed For?

No Experience Necessary – At France Off the Beaten Path Tours, we designed our southern France Provence Walking Tour to appeal to discerning, English-speaking travelers on the hunt for an active and authentic, personalized, small group southern France travel experience.

Our southern France Provence Walking Tours feature unmatched flexibility, diverse, engaging activities and excursions, and daily options for BOTH walkers and NON-walkers. We’ve also ensured to build leisure time into the itinerary to pursue independent interests. As accredited tour guides and experts in French history, language, and culture, we treasure our time with you and pride ourselves on our exceptional storytelling. We share information that you won’t hear anywhere else; anecdotes, gossip, and juicy stories.

We maximize your tour time by NEVER HOTEL HOPPING! We’ve selected one exceptional, centrally located boutique hotel to serve as our base camp for your six-day tour. We’re also known for our sumptuous gourmet meals accompanied by classified regional wines. Our closest friends are the chefs who prepare your gourmet meals throughout your tour. Every day offers a new, Provence gourmet experience for “foodies” and “wine lovers.” It’s vacation, and France Off the Beaten Path™ tours are all about taking the slow road, having fun, enjoying new experiences, exquisite local cuisine and wines, having options, and being active!

Click here to read the detailed Itinerary for our Best Provence Walking Tour by France Off the Beaten Path Tours…

How do we do it?

  • For 30 years, our focus and travel specialty has been active tour travel in France.
  • France is our home, and we know it best!
  • Owner & Founder Christy Destremau and her team of guides are Americans who also have French citizenship, are married into French families, and live and work locally in France for three decades.
  • Thanks to our personal relationships and unparalleled connections with French artisans, professionals, hotels, and chefs that we’ve developed and maintained during nearly three decades of living “true French life” in France, we create experiences for our guests that are available ONLY to us!
  • Through friendships and family, we’ve developed a very exclusive network of professional friends. These exclusive and personal relationships serve as the foundation of our tours and upon which we’ve built France Off the Beaten Path tour itineraries.
  • We take travelers “beyond the obvious tourist hotspots” to discover the true essence and “non-touristy”, authentic side of Provence in southern France with our local professional friends!
  • We preserve the true small group and personalized France experience with a maximum of 16 tour guests per Provence tour departure.
  • Dietary Requests & Food Allergies — We accommodate ALL dietary requests and preferences (including vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, etc) and ALL food allergies (gluten, shellfish, etc) while ensuring an amazing foodie experience for all tour guests with restrictions and/or allergies.
  • Click here to read the detailed Best Adventures in Provence Tour Itinerary…

The Best Tour Guides!

  • Our guided, small group Provence tours are led by UNESCO award-winning tour guides who are major contributors to Provence tour guidebooks, such as,  The Intoxicating France   Travel series and Rick Steves Provence Tour Guidebook.
  • Our Provence France Off the Beaten Path tours are led by Professional accredited France Off the Beaten Path tour guides who work exclusively for us, and also hold distinctions and cultural positions in Provence;  in St. Remy-de-Provence and Avignon.
  • Our Provence France Off the Beaten Path tour guides are professional culinary, wine, Provence history and France walking tour specialists who use their “savoir-faire” to blend the Anglophone service expectation with the French cultural experience to create a memorable and fun Provence tour experience for every tour guest!

Exceptional Itineraries Based on Decades of Experience in France!

Thanks to our long-standing presence in Provence, France, and established relationships with the region’s most highly recognized professionals, tour guests are welcomed as a group of friends traveling together. We concentrate on ensuring that our focus on travel exclusively in France remains our priority!  During this award-winning 6-day/5-night small group Provence Walking Tour, discover the hidden gems and best kept secrets of this colorful southern France region that we call home, Provence. Our local Provence friends look forward to welcoming tour guests to their family homes, restaurants, and workshops to share the pride and joy of their trades and cultural traditions with you.

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EMAIL US or CALL/message us on WhatsApp at +1-717-683-2827 with your requests, or Book A Provence Walking Tour Now!

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“This trip to the Loire Valley exceeded our expectations! Christy planned unique and interesting excursions and activities that highlighted the beauty of the area and provided in-depth background knowledge about the various chateaux we visited. The cooking classes with renowned chefs, held in their restaurants and homes, were never-to-be forgotten experiences, and the visit to the winery was a highlight. The hotel was delightful and charming, and staying in one location for the entire time was a treat. Every meal or cocktail hour was planned to highlight the delicious specialties of the region. Christy is extremely knowledgeable about the various places we visited and imparted that knowledge in an interesting and entertaining manner. She and Remi took great care to ensure that we were always comfortable and well-looked after. We could not have asked for a better trip!” — Ron Rose & Sharon Matsumoto (Have done Provence tour and Loire Valley tour)

This was my third trip in the same number of years

“This was my third trip in the same number of years with Christy and Off the Beaten Path. While on her trips you can tell how much effort there is on the off season to make every single week perfect. From the pick up at the train station to the teary goodbye at the airport, everything is perfectly planned and executed. The hotel in St. Remy is magical, and the tour guides Philippe and David are exceptional. If you are considering a trip with OTBP, go for it and come home with new friends, a love of Provence and a longing to return as soon as you can!” — Beth Bower (Has done Provence tour twice and Loire Valley tour)

The Best Tour Company!

“I have done two tours – Provence and Loire Valley – and I am already looking forward to booking another. The tours are all perfectly curated and Christy is a wealth of knowledge. She is so kind and takes all of your needs and wants into consideration. I cannot recommend Off the Beaten Path enough!” — Madison Carl (Has done Provence and Loire Valley tours)

“We did the Provence tour. 8/2019. I had taken the tour 2017 & this time my husband came with me. It was just as fabulous this time as it was in 2017. Restaurants, picnic, sights, wine, all of it just delightful, but the frosting on the cake is a the knowledge, insight, humor, & attention to detail from David & Philippe. To us, they make a great trip soooo much fun. (also, 3 of our neighbors joined us this tour). Don’t hesitate, take this tour & enjoy!!!!!” — Jim & Carol Dean (Carol has done Provence tour twice)

Returning to Provence with France Off the Beaten Path

“I wanted to return to Provence as soon as it was open. I had toured with Christy in Loire Valley in 2019 and knew I wanted to travel with her again. For the second time, everything was well organized, personal and definitely off the beaten path. Christy and Phillippe have a wealth of knowledge and are eager to share. The hotel was perfectly located in St Remy, the tours to the lavender and sunflower fields are my favorite memory. The lunches and dinners were like visiting friends. The boat tour in Cassis was another highlight. Even though I had visited Provence, this trip with France Off the Beaten Path brought a new appreciation for the area.” — Susan Gage (Has done Loire Valley tour, Provence tour, Champagne tour)

“We had an excellent tour with Christie and her crew in the Loire valley. We did things that only a true insider would have access to-dinner at a Michelin chefs house, helping/learning to cook at a highly rated restaurant in their kitchen. This was in addition to seeing the sights and touring the castles. A truly unique experience that is off the beaten path. We will use her again when going back to France.” — Karen Berner (Has done Loire Valley tour)

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Day trips from Avignon & Provence private tours

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Excellent day trips

I took the Orange and the Yellow tours on 27 & 28 September with tour guide Nicolas. They were great days with comprehensive itineraries and freedom to explore each place we went. Two of the best small group tours I've ever been on.

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Discover Provence in a friendly atmosphere! Our Provence tours depart from Avignon and can accommodate up to 8 people. Choose from the 5 possible itineraries and join us for an unforgettable day.

You need a tailored guided tour in Provence? Get inspired by the different itineraries we propose for private tours in Provence and conceive with us your ideal Provence trip! We can accommodate up to 8 passengers and pick you up at your vacation place.

Arrivals, departures, family or business trips… we take care of any type of transfer from Avignon and its surroundings. Our Volkswagen 9-seater can accommodate up to 12 pieces of luggage; child seats are available on demand.

Personal, charming guide to the beauty of Provence

With three nights in Avignon, we chose to tour the area with a company, rather than drive ourselves. Two different tours we did with Nicolas of ProVans. What a wonderful experience! Nicolas picked the four of us up at our AirBnB on two consecutive mornings. We visited three small villages: Fontaine de Vaucluse, Gordes and Roussilon - each amazingly picturesque. Along the way, Nicolas provided the historic and current commentary one expects. Big benefit: to have a tour guide who drops you off in these tiny towns so that you are not hassling with parking a car, which would be a nightmare! The 2nd tour was featuring Van Gogh's presence in Provence. Again, Nicolas made it a wonderful experience.

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Veronica et Nicolas | Avignon day trips - Provence day trips from Avignon

ProVans emerged as a family enterprise , originating from the serendipitous encounter between Veronica and Nicolas a dozen years ago, fueled by their shared passion for Provence .

Veronica, hailing from the enchanting North of Italy, channels her extensive 15-year background as a tour guide and linguistic expertise to unveil the extraordinary essence of her cherished haven, Provence, to eager explorers.

Having spent countless years orchestrating day tours for guests aboard cruise barges along the magnificent Rhone River, Nicolas continues to relish traversing Provence's picturesque landscapes in his trusty van . With boundless enthusiasm, he imparts his profound knowledge to individuals from across the globe, fostering unforgettable experiences .

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The Best of Marseille, Aix-en-Provence and Cassis Three great towns just west of the French Riviera Marseille Marseille is the oldest city in France, founded by the Greeks 2600 yea

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1/2 day: 470€, full day: 850€ (up to 8 pax). Wine tours ½ day: 550€, full day: 850€. Special days: 850€ (Camargue, picnic…)

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Tailor Made Trips, Tours and Travel in Provence

From winding country roads lined with vineyards and hilltop villages to the quickest way to get you to your hotel after a long flight, your comfort is guaranteed in the spacious Mercedes 8-seater van equipped with leather seats, air-conditioning and multiple phone chargers.

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Your private tour is entirely customized for you. Enjoy a day tour in Provence that allows you to discover and explore the things that most interest you and set your own pace.

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Registered in France as a professional driver for tourism, enjoy a hassle free transfer from Marseille airport or Avignon train station. Opt for your private transfer to the French Riviera as well

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Discover the delights of Provence on a bespoke tour with me, Emily, your local guide and driver. My tours of Provence take the stress out of planning and guide you to the most beautiful treasures of this lovely part of southern France – from the aromatic lavender fields to exquisite hill top towns, historic cities, authentic restaurants, vineyards and superb seaside villages. I’ll show you the best of Provence – it’s tastes, scents, sounds and sites. I know that your time is precious and that you want an experience that you will remember forever. With my tours you’ll discover the culture, history and traditions; the famous places, the magnificent, colourful markets, go off the beaten track and explore the Provence of the locals and of artists – from Van Gogh to Cezanne. Whether you are here for one day or several, the tours are planned to suit you, from what to see and do, transport, accommodation and meals.

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I’m an American expat who moved to France in 1996. In 2013 I created a US based specialty tour operator company specializing in VIP itineraries for private parties and group tours. Today, thanks to the growing interest in Provence as a perfect vacation destination, I have created Your Private Chauffeur Provence offering transfers and day tours for the traveler looking for a VIP experience in one of the world’s most magical and cultural rich lands.

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