PROVENCE FRANCE
Avignon L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Sénanque Gordes
St.-Remy- de-Provence
Les-Baux- de-Provence
Arles
Roussillon Joucas
COTE D’AZUR Aix-en-Provence Marseille
PROVENCE- ALPES-
Inspire the senses at Abbaye de Sénanque and inspire the palate at a wine tasting
3. ENCHANTING HILLTOP SENTINELS Explore the hilltop villages of the Luberon along picturesque, narrow country roads from Gordes to Roussillon. Stroll the arcaded medieval lanes of Gordes, perhaps sampling the cheeses, olive oils and breads available on market day. A walk through country landscapes close to Roussillon immerses in many different shades of light, an inspiration to many painters... 17 shades of ochre have immortalized this richly colored town since Roman times. Visit Bonnieux, unwind over a pastis at a local café, and arrive at your lovely inn in Joucas. Dine at leisure tonight at the hotel – the chef / owner was awarded the “Rising Chef” award by Relais & Chateaux. Bon appetit! Meals BD
1. AIX. ART. A MANSION HOTEL. Tour begins: 3 PM at Le Pigonnet, Aix-en-Provence. A transfer is included from Marseille Provence Airport to Le Pigonnet. Our local guide personally introduces you to “Aix” on an afternoon stroll along its storied boulevards, following in the footsteps of counts, kings and many a great painter. This evening, join us for cocktails, canapés, and dinner in your 18th-century mansion hotel. Meals D
2. C’EST CÉZANNE IN AIX Learn about the life of Paul Cézanne and the landscapes that inspired him, including a look in his studio, during a guided walk of Aix. 17th-century Cours Mirabeau, lined with plane-trees, graceful fountains and opulent mansions, invites a leisurely bike ride, a brisk walk, or a cognac in one of its many popular cafés. Parlez-vous Français? You will after an interactive lesson in French! Before the day is done, join us for a hike up Inspiration Point, viewing Mount Ste-Victoire off in the distance. Meals B
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4. BORIES, ABBEYS & BOULES A day in the Luberon is a visual feast with chalk cliffs, fairy-tale villages, meadows and moorlands. In a nearby village, pick out the ingredients for a traditional picnic lunch – perhaps a baguette, fruits and meats, cheese, olives and, naturellement, wine… tempt your palate! Walk to beautiful Abbaye de Sénanque; your path is a treat for the senses. Depending on the time of year, you can see lavender in full bloom or golden wheat fields surrounding the 900-year-old abbey, still home to Cistercian monks. Picnic in a Provençal meadow, then return to Joucas where the remainder of the day is at your leisure. There are trails to hike, bikes to ride, an exquisite spa to feed the soul and rejuvenate, plus manicured gardens that provide a perfect backdrop for a session with a good book. Join us for an informal lesson in the game of boules, a favorite Provençal tradition. Meals BL
DAY 5: KAYAKING & A PUB CRAWL Paddle your kayak along the picturesque, mysterious Sorgue River... passing by waterwheels suspended in time! Back on land, travel to Arles, once a major Gallo-Roman city. Its ancient ruins date back to the 7th century BC, echoing vestiges of the past in its Roman Arena and Theatre. Stroll down boulevards lined with candy-colored shutters from 18th-century stone manors and into leafy squares… stop for lunch and people-watching in one of its many charming cafés.
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