Provence: Full Day Private Guided Tour of Jewish Sites (Camps des Milles and Marseille)
● Explore this former WWII internment camp, Camp des Milles, today a Holocaust memorial for a powerful reflection on Jewish history.
● Discover Marseille's Jewish heritage at the 19th-century Synagogue.
● Gain deeper insights visiting jewish sites in Provence and learning about and historical context throughout the tour.
Embark on a full-day tour delving into an important chapter of Jewish history in France, with a focus on WWII. This unique experience includes visits to two significant sites: the Camp des Milles in Aix-en-Provence and the historic synagogue in Marseille.
At the Camp des Milles, you’ll explore a former WWII internment camp turned memorial, where thousands, including Jewish refugees, were held before deportation to Nazi death camps. This poignant site offers an insightful journey into Holocaust history and the camp’s role during the war.
In Marseille, you will visit the grand 19th-century synagogue, one of the city’s major Jewish landmarks, offering a glimpse into the rich Jewish heritage and culture in the region.
This tour offers a deep and moving perspective on the Jewish experience in France during one of the darkest periods in history.
*Please note that this itinerary is available from multiple departure cities and hotels throughout Provence.
*If you have any specific interests related to Jewish history, please let us know. We would be delighted to customize the experience to match your preferences!
*This tour includes an English-speaking driver and a licensed guide specialized on Jewish History.
Included
● Knowledgeable English speaking driver
● Licensed English speaking guide expert on jewish History
● Mercedes Class V
Not Included
● Lunch
●Tickets to the sites visited are to be paid on site or included beforehand if specified by your agent
● Gratuity to the driver and guide
● Tickets to any extra activity other that the ones stated on the itinerary
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