Top Avignon Day Trips

I was very happy with this tour as a solo traveler without a car. I booked it on my very first day in Avignon to orient myself to the area. It’s a long day, so you do need a lot of energy. There are half day options which I think would be a good choice for some that like a more leisurely day, it really depends on how much energy you have.

My husband, his sister, and I took the half day “History of the Pont du Gard” tour. Because of her excellent reviews we signed up for Gordana’s tour. As it turned out, Gordana’s daughter Emily was our guide, along with her niece Camille, guide in training. They both obviously love sharing their knowledge about their country and its history with visitors. Both are friendly, kind, witty, and attentive to their guests. Emily did an excellent job driving. They showed us the highlights of Nimes, Uzès, and the Pont du Gard. They made sure we were comfortable, offered bottled water as needed, and patiently answered all of our questions. They even treated us to Calissons, a specialty candy of Provence. Over all it was a delightful experience. I highly recommend this tour. Other travelers, especially the elderly or mobility impaired, should be aware that it's a long walk from the parking lots to the Pont du Gard.

Fun and great learning experience. A tour of the vineyard and winery followed by tastings. Really knowledgeable and informative winemaker whose enthusiasm and passion shone through. Next was a tasting that showcased the changing wine styles in Chateauneuf du Pape. Very well explained and interesting. We then went to a vineyard to see the famous pebbles covering the ground, again really interesting. The tour was run by two cousins who were knowledgeable, warm and a lot of fun. They went to great lengths to try and make it a goo experience for us. Thanks so much for a great day and we will recommend you to anyone coming to the area.