Provence: Alpilles Villages & Arles Full Day Private Tour

Enjoy a Alpilles Villages and Arles Full Day Tour to enjoy the cultural and authentic side of Provence as well as the Roman heritage. your day with a ride to Saint Rémy de Provence the place where the seer Nostradamus was born and where Van Gogh painted countless pieces like Starry Night. Nearby, you'll have the opportunity to admire two Roman monuments, the Mausoleum and the Arch of Glanum. The old town Glanum, home to pre-Celtics (Glanics) is a unique archeological site located at the gates of the city. Visit the magnificent Triumphal Arc, the Mausoleum and the interesting ruins!

Your knowledgeable English speaking driver will take you to the hilltop marvel of Les Baux de Provence, a pedestrianized perched village adorned with traditional rocky houses. Revel in the Tuesday market and meander through winding streets leading to the 11th-century castle ruins. You may also want to explore the renowned Carrières de Lumière, a monumental ancient quarry transformed into an art exhibition space, projecting 20th-century artworks against its walls—an awe-inspiring spectacle.

Conclude your journey with the enchanting city of Arles, where a delightful Old Town unfolds, showcasing diverse sites echoing the Roman era. Meander through narrow streets that beckon you to step back in time. Explore one of its most significant treasures, the Amphitheatre, known as Arènes d'Arles in French, drawing inspiration from Rome's iconic colosseum. This Roman marvel, dating back to Ancient Rome (90 AD), once hosted up to 25,000 spectators enraptured by thrilling chariot races and gripping hand-to-hand battle spectacles. You will also be able to visit 12th-century St. Trophime's church with its renowned cloister and stroll along the Alyscamps ("Champs-Élysées"), once revered as one of the most prestigious necropolises in the ancient world.

While in Arles, seize the opportunity to admire the iconic Van Gogh Café, immortalized by the artist in his paintings. Dive into the ambiance that inspired his masterpieces and visit the Van Gogh Foundation to delve deeper into the life and work of this renowned artist.

For art lovers,  don’t miss the LUMA Foundation. Frank Gehry's tower at the Luma hosts unique exhibitions and site-specific artworks. The 15,000 m² building, envisioned by Maja Hoffmann and Gehry, serves various purposes, including exhibition spaces, work areas, and research facilities. Reminiscent of Gehry's iconic designs, like the Guggenheim in Bilbao, the tower features intriguing materials, such as shiny metal plates and crystallized salt squares. It showcases architectural elements by renowned artists like Olafur Eliasson, Liam Gillick, and Dominique Gonzalez-Foerster. Notably, Carsten Höller's double-revolution slide adds a delightful touch for visitors of all ages.

Time-permitting, you may want to stop in Fontvieille to check out its famous mill: symbol of the writer Alphonse Daudet and his work, the Moulin is open to visitors through a nice Museum showing works and memories of the author. Another optional stop is the Abbaye de Montmajour. Built in the 11th and 18th century on what had once been a rocky island, it symbolizes an extraordinary feat of Romanesque, Gothic and Classical architecture.