Walking through the iconic lavender fields of Provence, you’ll reconnect with nature as you discover an enchanting region. In Avignon, you’ll explore a palace once occupied by the pope; in Gordes, you’ll walk through the ochre mines that stoked the creative fires of some of Europe’s greatest painters; and in Cap Ferrat, you’ll venture into a world once reserved exclusively for royalty. Beginning in glitzy Cannes and concluding on the picturesque beaches of Nice, this Provence walking tour treats you to the good life in the south of France.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight Flight

Your journey begins with a regularly scheduled overnight flight to the French Riviera on an internationally recognized airline.

Day 2 - Cannes

Welcome to France! A representative greets you at the airport in Nice after you clear customs and escorts you to your hotel in Cannes. This evening, meet your fellow walking enthusiasts at this evening’s Welcome Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight), dinner

Day 3 - Avignon

Discover the fresh air and flowering vistas of Provence during this morning’s invigorating twohour walk in Ste.-Baume. Medieval pilgrims followed these same paths to pray at the shrine of Mary Magdalene. En route to Avignon, visit the town of Grasse, the heart of France’s perfume industry. Surrounded by fields of jasmine, roses, violets and lavender, Grasse produces a high percentage of the world’s bottled fragrances. Make a visit to the Fragonard Perfume Factory to see the process in action.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 4 - Avignon

Stroll through the medieval city of Avignon this morning with your Tour Director. You’ll also experience an in-depth visit to the Papal Palace with an audio guide. In the 14th century, Pope Clement V chose to reign as pope from his native France, rather than from Rome. Visit the opulent palace that he and his successors inhabited during the 75 years of the Avignon Papacy. This afternoon, explore the villages of the Luberon Valley. Consider joining this evening’s optional Châteauneuf-du-Pape Dinner & Wine Tasting.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Papal Palace

$89 CAD

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wine Tasting & Dinner This evening, sample some of the region’s acclaimed vintages during a tasting a a local wine cellar. Later, continue on to a nearby restaurant for dinner, featuring a selection of Provençal dishes.

Day 5 - Avignon

Arles was the adopted hometown of Vincent van Gogh, who painted some of his most celebrated works here. An expert local guide leads a sightseeing tour of the town before an included lunch. Then, journey outside the city to visit the Pont du Gard, the region’s famed Roman aqueduct.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 6 - Aix-en-Provence

This morning, visit the hilltop town of Gordes, and a nearby waterfall. Continue on to Roussillon for an hour-long walk through the town’s open-air ochre mines. Although mining has ceased, the colorful red rock continues to draw visitors from far and wide. Continue on to Aix where you’ll enjoy dinner with your group.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner
Included entrances: Roussillon ochre mines

Day 7 - Aix-en-Provence

Stop in the medieval village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, known throughout Europe since the 17th century for its blue-and-white ceramics. After free time for lunch, continue past the dramatic canyons of the Gorges du Verdon area, known as the “Grand Canyon of France.”
Included meals: breakfast

Day 8 - Nice

This morning you’ll follow in the footsteps of painter Paul Cézanne during a guided tour of the city, including the painter’s studio. In his paintings of the surrounding countryside, Cézanne immortalized this charming town. Continue on to the Mediterranean city of Nice, where you can choose to join our optional Monaco by Night excursion, featuring dinner and a visit to the famous Monte-Carlo Casino.
Included meals: breakfast
Included entrances: Cézanne’s Studio

$99 CAD

Monaco by Night Spend an evening in the luxury of Monaco. A tiny principality ruled by the Grimaldis, Europe’s oldest royal family, Monaco has retained its independence for more than 700 years. Your Tour Director introduces you to the Old Town with a stop outside the Royal Palace. After an included dinner, try your luck at the world-famous Monte Carlo Casino. Please note: The trip to the casino requires extensive walking.

Day 9 - Nice

Start the day with a walk on the Cap Ferrat, the peninsula separating Nice from the principality of Monaco. Your hour-and-a-half walk along a cliffside path presents memorable views of the Mediterranean and the Cote d’Azur. Relive tour memories at tonight’s Farewell Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 10 - Nice

If you are not continuing on our tour extension to Paris, a representative will escort you to the Nice airport for your flight home.
Included meals: breakfast
(In the case of early morning departures, breakfast may not be provided.)