Saint-Rémy, Les Baux, from the Careers of Lights to the Pont du Gard

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This small group tour in the heart of the Alpilles will introduce you to its heritage and its unique panorama.
It begins in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a village with typical Provencal charm.
You will stop at Les Antiques, Roman remains located at the entrance of the ancient city, then at the Monastery of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole, one of the last places of residence of Vincent van Gogh, who found a great source of inspiration.

You will then be taken to the Careers of Lights, former quarries transformed into a cultural site, where monumental projections bring the works of art to life.

The discovery will continue in Les Baux-de-Provence, a hilltop village classified among the most beautiful villages in France. Stroll through its alleys full of character, and enjoy some free time to soak up the places.

Finally, you will return to the road to end the day with a visit to the famous Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What's Included

Entry to the Careers of the Enlightenment
Pont du Gard ticket entrance
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Office de Tourisme d'Avignon

Outside the entrance of the tourist office.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Saint-Remy-de-Provence

    Start your excursion with a visit to the village of Saint Rémy de Provence located in the heart of the Alpilles Regional Natural Park

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Passing by the site of the Antiques, the gateway to the ancient city of Glanum and then stopping in front of the Saint Paul de Mausole hospital where Vincent Van Gogh stayed for nearly a year during which he found a great source of inspiration for his famous painting.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Carrieres des Lumieres

    You will discover the Carrières des Lumières, an immersive and spectacular artistic experience in the heart of ancient monumental quarries near the village of Baux-de-Provence. Masterpieces are brought to life thanks to grandiose digital projections staged to music. You will be carried this year by the works of great painters: Picasso and Frida Kahlo.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Les Baux de Provence

    Discover the village of Les Baux De Provence perched on its rocky spur and dominated by the remains of its medieval castle. This village, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, will amaze you with its panorama and its sometimes steep streets.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Pont du Gard

    You will cross the Rhône during the drive to reach the site of the Pont du Gard, classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, a 1st century masterpiece built by the Romans to supply water to the city of Nîmes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Provence Excursions

Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Car Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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

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