Provence from Paris by TGV Train with Summer Option to Visit Lavender Fields
Price On Request
Description
Take a ride to Provence by TGV train from Paris and enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Burgundy and the Rhone Valley. Have the option to visit the Provence lavender fields in full bloom in the Sault or Rousillon in the summer (June to mid-August)! Don't miss the chance to visit the France lavender fields of Sault or Rousillon during the summer season and the colorful landscapes of Avignon and Luberon by TGV - the fastest train in the world. On this tour, you will visit the Popes' Palace, Saint-Remy-de-Provence, Les Baux de Provence and Pont du Gard. During the summer, you will have the option of seeing another side of Provence. Head towards Sault or Rousillon and admire the France fields of lavender in full bloom and visit Gordes and Senanque Abbey for photo stops.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 08:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Activity Detail
Inclusion
- Entrance to the Popes' Palace
- Multilingual guide at the Pope's Palace
- Entrance to the Pont du Gard Bridge
- Transportation fee
- Train fare
- English-speaking assistant
Start Timings
- 08:00
Duration
- 14 (hrs)
Check In/Pickup Location Details
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Meet your guide in front of the Starbucks, at the main entrance of the station. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before the departure time.
Additional Notes
- The audio guide at Pope's Palace is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Japanese and Chinese.
- In addition to English, the tour is also available in Spanish.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Walking shoes
- Comfortable clothing
Schedule
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| 07:30:00 |
Check-in at Paris Gare de Lyon
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| 08:37:00 |
Board the TGV and Depart for Avignon
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Avignon
Exit at Nord and look for the driver at the welcome desk. Day: Day1 |
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| 11:20:00 |
Avignon
Admire the landscapes of Burgundy and Rhone Valley as they sweep by throughout the train ride. Visit the Popes' Palace and learn interesting facts with the help of an audio guide. Spend your free time to have lunch and a stroll around the downtown. Day: Day1 |
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Les Baux de Provence
Take a guided visit of the typical perched village on a mountain spur "Les Baux de Provence", 245 meters above ground. See gorgeous houses dating back to the 16th century and have some free time for shopping of local products from perfumes to lavender and fabrics. Day: Day1 |
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Pont du Gard
Lastly, go on a self-guided visit of the famous Roman Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge that crosses the Gardon River, from which it takes its name. Day: Day1 |
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| 19:30:00 |
Head to Avignon TGV Train Station
Day: Day1 |
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| 20:43:00 |
Depart for Paris
Day: Day1 |
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| 21:45:00 |
Check-out at Paris Gare de Lyon
Day: Day1 |
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