Top Provence On the Water

Treat yourself to a unique French cooking class set inside the famous Les Halles Market of Avignon. Under the guidance of a master chef, you’ll create a menu using ingredients from the market itself, and then cook them to eat for lunch. If eating (not cooking) is more your thing, you can select a tasting-only option that includes a market visit, samples, and a cooking demonstration by the chef.

Take a deep dive with the fascinating marine life and beautiful seascapes of the French coast during this 8-hour snorkeling and diving trip to Calanques National Park. Enjoy a morning snorkeling trip amidst the park’s rocky coastline, before returning to shore to take a break and purchase lunch. Spend your afternoon learning how to scuba dive with help of an instructor, or exploring deeper water of up to 65 feet (20 meters) if you’re already certified. A souvenir video of your diving adventure, plus all equipment, national park fees and a guide are covered.

Board "La Flaneuse" to discover the harbor of Marseille and the coves of the Friuli islands at sunset. Take a seat on the last traditional Marseille tartan still sailing in Marseille. On board you can enjoy the sumptuous landscapes of the Calanques National Park at sunset from the pouf and cushions made from the old sails of the boat. At anchor you can enjoy swimming and explore the creeks by snorkeling with masks and snorkels made available on board. A dinner buffet of local and seasonal products, accompanied by cold drinks and Provence wines will be served.

Add a bit of romance to your Marseille vacation and get the chance to take great photos of the cityscape with this sunset cruise. Unlike many boats that set sail from the French port, this one includes a buffet dinner stocked with seasonal produce along with two glasses of rosé wine.

Discover one of France’s most storied winemaking regions, and enjoy a luxurious day out, when you book this private tour of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Following morning pickup at your area hotel, set off in a comfortable vehicle. During the day, you’ll visit three different wineries, where you’ll learn about the grape varietals that go into Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, will discover the region’s history, and will enjoy tutored tastings. You’ll also visit a traditional bistro for lunch (own expense).

Admire Provence’s lavender fields in full summer bloom on this half-day tour from Avignon. Half-day lavender tour, with the itinerary adapted, depending on the lavender blooming conditions. Earlier in the season, explore the lavender in the Luberon. As the season progresses the tour moves to Sault. Enjoy beautiful scenery and photo stops during the tour. The destination is chosen according to the lavender bloom to ensure the best flowering conditions.

Soak up Provence’s exquisite natural beauty on a full-day tour from Avignon. Cross expansive plateaus covered in lavender blooms as you travel to several enchanting French villages such as Sault and Roussillon. Browse lavender shop and markets, visit the hilltop town of Gordes and learn all about Provence’s symbolic flower. The small-group format ensures a flexible and personalized tour.