Provence 7 Day Itinerary

September 28, 2024

Day 1: Arrival and Exploration of Arles

Arrive in Arles, the city that inspired Vincent van Gogh’s most famous works
Check-in to your accommodation and take some time to freshen up
Visit the Camargue Regional Park, a stunning natural area known for its white horses and pink flamingos (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Explore the historic center of Arles, including the Roman Amphitheater and the Church of Saint-Trophime (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant
Visit the Fondation Vincent van Gogh, which features an impressive collection of his artwork and artifacts (4:00 pm - 6:30 pm)
End the day with a scenic sunset view from the banks of the Rhône River

Start the day in Arles and take a train to Avignon (9:00 am - 10:30 am)
Visit the Palais des Papes, an impressive Gothic palace that was once the residence of the Pope (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Explore the historic center of Avignon, including the iconic Saint-Benezet Bridge and the Rue du Château (2:00 pm - 4:30 pm)
Enjoy lunch at a local bakery or café
Visit the Petit Palais, which features an impressive collection of Provençal art and artifacts (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
End the day with a stroll along the Rhône River promenade

Start the day in Avignon and take a train to Châteauneuf-du-Pape (9:00 am - 10:30 am)
Visit a local winery for a wine tasting and tour (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant
Explore the charming village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, including its historic center and vineyards (2:00 pm - 4:30 pm)
Visit the Château de Châteauneuf-du-Pape, which dates back to the 14th century (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
End the day with a relaxing evening in the village

Start the day by taking a train to Arles, then transfer to a bus or taxi to reach Les Baux-de-Provence (9:00 am - 11:00 am)
Explore the medieval village of Les Baux-de-Provence, including its stunning views and historic castle (11:30 am - 1:30 pm)
Enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant
Visit the town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, which was once the home of Vincent van Gogh (3:00 pm - 5:30 pm)
End the day with a visit to the asylum where Van Gogh stayed and painted some of his most famous works

Start the day in Arles and take a train to Aix-en-Provence (9:00 am - 10:30 am)
Explore the historic center of Aix-en-Provence, including its famous Cours Mirabeau and thermal baths (11:00 am - 1:30 pm)
Enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant
Visit the village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, known for its stunning views and blue pottery (2:30 pm - 5:00 pm)
End the day with a relaxing evening in Aix-en-Provence

Start the day by taking a train to Marseille, then transfer to a bus or taxi to reach Cassis (9:00 am - 11:30 am)
Explore the charming town of Cassis, including its historic center and scenic views (12:00 pm - 2:30 pm)
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
Visit the Calanques National Park, which features stunning coastal scenery and hiking trails (3:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
End the day with a relaxing evening in Cassis

Start the day by taking a bus or taxi back to Arles from Cassis (9:00 am - 11:30 am)
Spend some time exploring the city, visiting any sights you may have missed on previous days
Enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant
Check-out of your accommodation and depart for the airport or next destination