Top Provence Pastry Tours

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.

Discover Provence’s ancient roots and winemaking traditions on a half-day, small-group tour of Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards from Avignon. Wind through the verdant vineyards of the Rhône Valley, and visit two distinguished wine estates where you can enjoy tutored tastings and the chance to learn more about the winemaking process. Plus, with round-trip transportation included, getting around is made simple.

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 tour is led by an official tour guide with Master’s degrees in history, art, communication, and tourism with a professional licence to drive tourists, excellent English, and 6 years of guiding experience in Provence. As one of the few female driver-guides in the region, she brings both expertise & a personal, welcoming approach to the experience. This tour balances iconic sights with a real local touch. You will discover the beauty of Marseille through beautiful coastal views, scenic stops. Beyond the photos, you will also dive into the Provençal lifestyle through stories, anecdotes and cultural insights about Marseille’s history, local traditions, Mediterranean identity and everyday life in the South of France. It is designed for travelers who want more than transportation: a comfortable, authentic and informative experience guided in fluent English by someone who knows how to connect landscapes, history and local culture.

Wine-tasting in the Châteauneuf du Pape wine region and visiting the perched villages of the Luberon are two of the most popular day trips from Avignon. This two-in-one tour means you don’t have to choose. Start the day sipping the region’s famous red wine at two different wineries, make a stop at the Roman ruins of Pont Julien, then enjoy a scenic drive through the Luberon, stopping at Roussillon and Gordes.

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.

From the port to the backstreets we make a full circle. Along the way we see the Opera House the Police Building and many landmarks as we travel to the daily marketplace to tast the world of Marseilles. It's an astonishing place bringing together an eclectic mix of people from across the world. Marseilles is NOT France, it is Italy, Greece, Egypt, Turkey and Colombia as all the cultures meld and influence the tastes of the city. Simply one of the best places to eat in the world Discover the secrets of this fascinating city as you walk the ancient streets in a city that began in 600 B.C. Because we care about the planet, we have decided to stop giving water bottles systematically. Instead, we kindly request that you bring your refillable water bottle to ensure you stay hydrated throughout your journey. By doing so, together, we can make a positive impact on our environment!