14-Day Journey through Southeast France

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Today, you'll leave the delights of Lyon behind for the day and head to the Northern Rhone Valley to sample the many beautiful wines produced here. Having first explored the stunning ancient city of Vienne and learnt about its history whilst wondering the narrow streets filled with ancient monuments, you'll head to the vineyards. Here, you'll taste your way through famous wines of Northern Rhone Valley that make up some delicious vintages.

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This morning you'll collect your rental car, leave Lyon and head South to the 'Gates of Provence' known as Drome Provencale. After two hours of driving, you'll reach the Drome Provencale, which is considered the northern gateway to the Provence which is filled with stunning lavender fields, olive orchards and grape vineyards. Here you can admire the stunning Romanesque Provencal architecture as you explore the region before heading to your 17th-century farmhouse in Grignan, a short drive away.

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Today, you'll wake up in Grignan, have breakfast at your farmhouse overlooking the pool and get ready for an E-bike adventure tour with your local guide to discover the landscapes of the Drôme Provençale. You'll pass through beautiful olive orchards, lavender fields and vineyards and at the end of the day, you'll be able to take your time in one of the terraces of the many shaded cafés, under a lime tree, with a glass of rosé to reflect on the day.

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Let yourself be captivated by the famous vineyards of Chateauneuf du Pape and the fascinating medieval city of Avignon to where, for several decades in the 14th century, Pope Clemente V moved his court. After breakfast in your farmhouse, you'll pack your bags into your rental car and drive to the region of Chateauneuf-du-Pape for a wine tasting and then to Avignon to explore this city and settle into a new hotel for the evening.

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Today, after breakfast at the hotel you'll drive yourself to the city of Arles. You'll discover this ancient Roman city, a fortified town listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site home to many stunning Romanesque architectures including the Arles Amphitheatre. In the afternoon, you'll explore the Camargue Natural Park area, which is a large UNESCO designated biosphere reserve sandwiched between the Rhone River mouth and the Mediterranean Sea.

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For the last step of your trip along the Rhone River, you'll drive down to Aix-en-Provence, the capital of the region and a vibrant university city known for being the home and inspiration of post-impressionist painter Paul Cezanne. Just a short drive away, you can spend the majority of the morning relaxing at your hotel in Avignon before heading to Aix-en-Provence. Upon arrival, you'll have the rest of the day free to explore before going for dinner.

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Continuing your delightful two weeks in France, you'll discover Aix-en-Provence, the capital of the region and a city that is rich in heritage, art, culture and education. Discover the beauty of this city by strolling around its labyrinth of narrow streets and thousands of fountains, on an afternoon tour with our qualified guide. You’ll visit the cathedral, Hotel de Ville, Cours Mirabeau, the Roman remains and maybe some secret spots known by your guide.

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Today is the Mediterranean experience day! Walking from the Calanques National Park's gateway up to the rocky creeks, Loïc will guide you into his corner of paradise. After the morning walk, you'll time to relax with a good pastis on the Vieux-Port of Marseille in this fascinating setting! Later in the afternoon, you'll take a private cruise with our skipper Laurence, alongside the Côte Bleue and the Calanques, with its stunning scenery of limestone creeks and crystalline waters.

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Today, you'll start your day with a visit to the Provençal market in Aix where you can find plenty of local specialities to try. Then, you'll go to the Luberon, a fascinating region with a spectacular countryside of vineyards and orchards, fascinating perched hill-top villages and outstanding natural produce. You'll then continue your journey to Cannes, where you'll arrive in the early evening and check into your hotel.

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Today you'll take your time to discover the Mediterranean coast with your guide. From Cannes, you'll head to the unusual village of Port-Grimaud, a real Provençal Venice! For your lunch, you'll enjoy the quiet view of the port and an alfresco meal. In the afternoon, you'll discover the small town of Saint-Tropez. The place remains a must for celebrities, lovers of the sea, history buffs, art lovers and heritage buffs.

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Grasse has managed to make its industry a real art, combining luxury, refinement, and quality of products. An art perceptible by visiting a perfumery, strolling through the streets of the historic centre with your guide and by creating your own perfume during the workshop that we propose. The region around Grasse is also known for its tiny hill-top villages and arty places. You have never been as close to the Provençal culture and its specialities!

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Today, you'll plunge into the heart of Monaco and visit the famous Monte Carlo district with its legendary casino and travel to the old town in Monaco City. You will learn important facts of its history and anecdotes about the dynasty which reigns there for tens of years. Then, you will leave for an unusual medieval village, Eze, suspended above the sea, before making your way back to Nice in the late afternoon.