Marseille to Avignon & Pont du Gard: Private Historic Tour

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience medieval grandeur and Roman engineering in one seamless ride from Marseille. Begin in Vieil Avignon, its lively square framed by the Town Hall and clock tower, before stepping toward the Palais des Papes, the vast Gothic palace that shaped centuries of papal history. A short climb leads to the Rocher des Doms Belvedere, landscaped gardens offering sweeping views of the Rhône, Mont Ventoux, and the legendary Pont Saint-Bénézet. From its surviving arches, admire Avignon’s skyline and fortified walls. In the afternoon, continue to the majestic Pont du Gard, a UNESCO-listed aqueduct where three tiers of limestone arches span the Gardon River. Wide paths and riverside lookouts let you capture the monument from every angle in a peaceful natural setting. Fully private and customizable, the trip includes pickup, drop-off, and an English-speaking driver ready to adapt timing and walking to your pace.

What's Included

Fuel and Tolls
Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Other beverages and meals
Tips and gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights, but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. After booking, we share all driver and car info, and the driver will wait for you at the pickup location you have chosen.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Avignon

    A vibrant square lined with cafés, theaters, and the 14th-century clock tower. This is the natural entry point into Avignon’s old town, where elegant façades and lively terraces give you an instant sense of the city’s energy.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Palais des Papes

    Europe’s largest Gothic palace, once the seat of the papacy in the 14th century. Its battlements and vast courtyards dominate the skyline, while interiors (ticketed) reveal frescoes and cavernous halls that tell the story of Avignon’s global importance. 3 Rocher des Doms Belvedere A landscaped hilltop garden just behind the palace, offering panoramic views over the Rhône, Mont Ventoux, and the surrounding countryside. It’s also a peaceful pause in the city, with shaded benches and fountains.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A landscaped hilltop garden just behind the palace, offering panoramic views over the Rhône, Mont Ventoux, and the surrounding countryside. It’s also a peaceful pause in the city, with shaded benches and fountains.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The half-bridge immortalized in song reaches partway across the Rhône. Walking on the surviving arches gives one of Avignon’s most iconic perspectives: palace and ramparts above, river flowing below.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    A UNESCO-listed feat of engineering, this three-tier aqueduct once carried water to Nîmes. Standing nearly 50 meters high, it spans the Gardon River with monumental grace. Viewpoints from the riverside and trails allow for spectacular photos, and its museum (optional) explains the aqueduct’s construction.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1–3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4–7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
Supplied by Welcome Pickups

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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