Tour of Baux de Provence, Arles, Pont du Gard and Avignon

On this day tour from Aix en Provence, you will get the chance to drive through the pretty landscapes of Provence and discover the beauty of its many hilltop villages. The first stop of the day is the medieval perched village of Baux de Provence, where just 18 square kilometers of steep cobbled streets contain 22 listed monuments, including Citadelle des Baux, the ruined castle on the upper part of town.

Continue the day trip to Arles, where you will see ancient Roman monuments, including the amphitheater. Arles is also synonymous with the legendary artist, Van Gogh. You can see many scenes from his canvases, like the hospital, summer garden and cafe. After this, the tour goes to Pont du Gard, one of the most impressive of all Roman aqueducts. It is located in a scenic setting in a UNESCO Heritage Park and will stun you with its architectural finesse. Finally, you will reach Avignon on the day tour.

Discover the historic center of this charming medieval town and see all the landmarks like the Palace of the Popes, Saint-Bénézet, Notre Dame des Dom's cathedral, Dom's Gardens, Saint Pierre Church and Horloge Square. Notice the Renaissance mansions, and atmospheric squares and enjoy lunch here before moving driving back to Aix en Provence.