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Half-day Tours hosted by Time 4 Provence.H

5 hours (approx.)

Up to 8 travelers

Meet everyone at the start point

Mobile ticket

Offered in English

About

Enjoy a small-group tour from Avignon to follow the steps of Van Gogh with an experienced guide. During this half day tour we will guide you through the wonderful marriage of art and history. Followin...
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide
  • What's not included

  • Gratuities

    Pickup point

    Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

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    Stop atArles

    Arles, city of art and history, has been listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco since 1981. More than 100 of its Roman and Romanesque buildings and ruins in the preserved historic centre are listed as “Historic Monuments”. These are the Roman Amphitheatre (today the arena), the Antique Theatre, the Cryptoportiques, the Roman thermal baths of Constantin, the remains of the Roman circus, the Saint-Trophime cloisters and gate and the Alyscamps, to cite just the most important.

    1 hour (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atLes Baux de Provence

    Built on a rocky outcrop, the Citadel of Les Baux de Provence offers you incomparable panoramic views over the Alpilles mountain range. The exceptional heritage of Les Baux-de-Provence, share the know-how of artisans and local producers, immersive exhibition, shopping.

    1 hour (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atSaint-Remy-de-Provence

    Surrounded by lush green perfumed valleys, its ancient streets are lined with beautifully restored old houses... you will soon be seduced by Saint Rémy's charm! While strolling through the narrow winding streets you will discover fantastic old fountains, shady squares, picturesque restaurants and elegant boutiques.

    30 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Arles, Les Baux & St. Remy - Van Gogh’s inspirations

Janie_C, Dec 2024

The 3 places visited where Van Gogh spent time were all different and interesting in their own ways. The guided tour of Arles was informative and we even got a photo of my Van Gogh tote bag in front of the cafe that had inspired the painting on the bag. Les Baux de Provence was a picturesque hilltop city in existence many centuries ago and again very picturesque. The hospital in St. Remy where Van Gogh spent several years toward the end of his life had been serving patients with mental disorders since the 1000’s - impressive. His view from his room of the ever-changing garden inspired some of his paintings. Our guide, Natalia, gave us a lot of information as we drove from place to place and during the guided tour of Arles.

Felt rushed

amy_p, Dec 2024

First, we appreciate that even though 3 people signed up, the tour was not cancelled.

It was great to visit Arles and St Remy. The towns were interesting and we loved learning about VanGogh’s connection to each. But we felt very rushed. With no real time to look around. We felt our guide was very concerned about getting back for her afternoon wine tour.

If time is so tight for a morning and afternoon tour for the same guide, I suggest you either start earlier for the first tour or split it out differently between guides.

Gordana is a well-informed tour guide who has such great energy!

Raul_L, Dec 2024

Gordana did an excellent job giving us just enough information on Van Gogh and how he spent his time in Provence. She took us on a walking tour of Arles and showed us a number of places that were subjects of his masterpieces. I wish we had more time to explore Arles, but the time that we spent there was just right for a half-day tour. Gordana then gave us some time to explore Les Baux-de-Provence. Finally, she drove us through the Saint-Paul Asylum before she guided us on a walking tour of St. Remy-de-Provence.

Due to the tour being only for half a day, you do not get a lot of time to take each location in and appreciate the places that inspired Van Gogh. However, Gordana does a good job of managing the time, so that you see as many things as possible without feeling too rushed.

Gordana has a great personality. She keeps things light and fun. We did two different tours with her, and we feel lucky that we had her as our guide.

Sites of inspiration

Kristine_H, Dec 2024

We enjoyed the tour despite cold and rainy weather. I most enjoyed visiting the mental health sanitarium where Van Gogh committed himself for a year. It was interesting to see the sites that inspired his paintings.

A lovely morning with lovely Anne.

MaryElizabeth_B, Dec 2024

Wonderful morning with lovely Anne. Knowledgeable and engaging. We so enjoyed our tour and learning about both Van Gogh and Provence. Merci beaucoup!

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