Top Avignon Nature Walks

Explore Avignon at your own pace while playing a fun and interactive e-Scavenger Hunt game. Access the game via your smartphone and team up with friends and family to follow the maps and clues around the city, learning more about Avignon’s history and visiting popular landmarks along the way. See sights including Avignon Cathedral, the Palace of the Popes, Avignon Bridge, and the medieval city walls.

See the best of beautiful, medieval Avignon without worrying about language barriers on this walking tour. Learn the history of this exquisite UNESCO-listed city with ancient Roman roots and celebrity as the 14th-century seat of the Papacy. Admire hilltop views of the Rhône River, tour the ornate chambers and chapels at the Palace of the Popes, and enjoy a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine near the Place de l’Horloge.

Sample the fine wines of Provence on this half-day small-group tasting tour from Avignon. Visit three different wineries in Vacqueyras, Gigondas, and Chateauneuf du Pape; learn more about French winemaking and wine appellations; and sample an array of grand or premier cru wines.

A shepherd boy walked out of the mountains, told Avignon that God wanted him to build a bridge across the Rhône, then lifted a boulder thirty men couldn't move to prove it. Seven hundred years ago, someone decided Rome was too dangerous to be pope in, and moved the entire headquarters of Western Christianity here. This self-guided audio walking tour of Avignon tells its sharpest stories. Over roughly 4 km and 20 stops, played on your phone as you walk, you'll meet the pope who bought the city from a queen just tried for murder, a poet undone by one glance in a church, and a marshal a mob lynched over a lie. Go at your own pace. No fixed start time, no group to keep up with, offline access, pause and resume whenever you like. Over 25,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours, and this Avignon audio tour comes with a full refund guarantee. Bring headphones and start whenever you're ready.

Immerse yourself in Provence’s scenic charm on a journey through its villages, including the Luberon Valley and Avignon. Admire the seasonal power of Fontaine de Vaucluse, stroll through historic Gordes, and capture a photo of the lavender-framed Sénanque Abbey in bloom. End with a walk through Roussillon’s colorful, ochre-painted streets. Travel in comfort with a driver/guide and air-conditioned minivan for a relaxed, enriching day out.

This guided wine walking tour provide a real insight into one of the most famous wine appellation of the Rhône Valley. The tour is guided by a wine specialist in English and allows visitor to visit a real winery and get through the whole wine making process. It also includes wine tasting at the visited winery but also in a beautiful old cave/tasting room situated in the village of Chateauneuf du Pape.

Discover the historic wonders of Arles and the natural landscapes of the Camargue on this half-day tour from Avignon. Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh and admire the Roman ruins of Arles on a guided walking tour; look out for Camargue horses, pink flamingoes, and black bulls in the Camargue region; then visit the Camargue village of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.

- Privatized nature walk, just for you - Quiet rhythm, accessible to all - Discovery of the territory, flora and local life - Privileged exchanges with your companion - Personalized and adaptable experience

With just one day to experience Provence, this full-day tour from Avignon includes the famous lavender fields (seasonal), picturesque hilltop towns, and Provencal markets. Visit historic landmarks such as Senanque Abbey and the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard; explore the towns of Roussillon, les Baux de Provence, and Gordes; and follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh in Saint Remy de Provence.

Van Gogh drew lived, worked, and ultimately perished in Provence, but following in the footsteps of the acclaimed but troubled artist can be difficult without a private vehicle. During this half-day, small-group tour from Avignon, you’ll uncover top sites related to Van Gogh’s life and career. Visitors will also get a chance to see reproductions of Van Gogh paintings—plus the original of *Le café de nuit.*

Discover the 14th century home of the Pope and uncover the rich medieval history of France in Avignon. Gaze at the pretty architecture that adorns every building from the cathedral to the fortifications, and learn about Avignon’s importance to the heart of France and French culture. Wander the hidden alleyways and follow paths of monks and nobles through the city to the Rhone.

Provence is famous for its scenic vine and lavender-clad countryside, historic “perched” villages, and artists such as Van Gogh. On this full-day tour from Avignon, visit four of the most picturesque villages—Les Baux de Provence, Roussillon, Gordes, and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence—as well as stopping at the Roman-era aqueduct, Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Short on time? See the best bits of Provence on this full-day small-group tour of the region’s most photogenic spots. Drive through rolling vineyards and vast lavender fields (from mid-June to mid-July, depending on the flowering), stopping to enjoy views of Senanque Abbey for a photo stop. Explore the hilltop villages of Gordes and Roussillon, and take a walking tour of Saint Rémy de Provence, once home to both Nostradamus and Van Gogh. Finally, see the UNESCO-listed Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard and look out over the hills of the Alpilles from Les Baux de Provence.

Every Friday morning at 9:30 am, I offer you a small group guided walk in the heart of the Vaucluse. The routes vary... with always the Laces of Montmirail and Mont Ventoux as a backdrop. 3 good reasons to choose Les Promenades de Fleur: - Easy and accessible walks: Passable paths, quiet rhythm and clear explanations, adapted to all audiences. An authentic discovery of the territory: Landscapes, nature, terroir and local life: a simple and transversal reading of the Vaucluse, along the walk. - An alternative to classic sightseeing A friendly nature experience, away from crowds and busy sites.

Be inspired by Van Gogh’s Provence on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon and learn how the region’s extraordinary light affected his work. See the real-life locations depicted in Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night Over the Rhone’ and ‘Café Terrace’ as you explore historic Arles, then visit Carrieres des Lumieres for multimedia shows and Saint Paul de Mausole where the troubled artist was hospitalized for over a year.

Discover the highlights of Avignon’s UNESCO-listed Old Town in just half a day: this private tour offers the perfect introduction to the city. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and set off on foot. You’ll discover the Palais des Papes (a centuries-old, fortified papal palace), the Pont d’Avignon (the city’s iconic bridge), Les Halles (its bustling, historical marketplace), and more. As you go, learn the secrets behind the sights from your guide.

Discover Luberon's highlights on this half-day small-group tour from Avignon, designed for travelers who value both scenery and storytelling. Throughout the journey, your guide shares in-depth insights into Provence’s history, culture and traditions, bringing the region to life far beyond what you’d discover on your own. Before reaching Gordes, stop at one of the most breathtaking viewpoints in the region, offering sweeping views over the Luberon Valley—vineyards and olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see. In Gordes, enjoy free time to explore its cobbled streets and stone architecture. Continue to Roussillon, with time to wander at your own pace and to walk the well-known Ochre Trail (not included). In June and July, the experience is enhanced with a dedicated photo stop at a lavender field. Key features: - Limited to 8 travelers - Scenic photo stop over Gordes - Seasonal lavender field photo stop in June & July - In-depth commentary from a knowledgeable guide