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Marseille
Arles, Les Baux & St-Remy Private Guided Tour
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Overview
This is a Private Guided Tour of Saint-Remy, Arles, and Les Baux. The tour explores the amazing history and beauty of Provence. It's perfect for anyone who loves history, art, and beautiful scenery.
The tour starts in Arles, a city with 2,000 years of history. You'll see Roman ruins and learn about Vincent Van Gogh. Next, you'll drive to Les Baux-de-Provence. Here, you can visit the Carrières des Lumières, an art show in an old mine, or see the medieval fortress. You can enjoy lunch in Les Baux or Maussane-les-Alpilles. After lunch, the tour goes to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Van Gogh painted his famous Starry Night here. The town has cute streets, shops, and cafes.
This private tour includes a tour guide/driver, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, and bottled water. Lunch and entrance fees to the Carrières des Lumières are not included. This customizable tour offers a flexible itinerary and personalized experiences. It promises a memorable exploration of Provence's cultural and historical treasures. Get ready for a day full of beauty, history, and art. 
Highlights
Explore Arles' Roman history: See the well-preserved Roman ruins in Arles and learn about the city's rich past.
Visit Les Baux-de-Provence: Discover a medieval village and have the option to explore the Carrières des Lumières art exhibit.
See Van Gogh's Saint-Rémy: Walk the streets that inspired Van Gogh's 'Starry Night' in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
Enjoy Private Transportation: Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water provided.
Customize Your Tour: Enjoy flexibility and tailor the itinerary to suit your interests.
Benefit from a personal guide: A dedicated expert guide ensures you get the most out of your experience.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally praise this tour for its personalized experience, knowledgeable guides, and comfortable transportation. The flexibility to customize the itinerary is a significant advantage. The additional cost for the Carrières des Lumières was a minor drawback for some.
Customers loved the knowledgeable and friendly guides.
Many appreciated the flexibility and customization options.
Visitors enjoyed the comfortable and convenient private transportation.
The tour's pace and the amount of information shared were highlights for many.
Some found the Carrières des Lumières entry fee an additional expense.
A few wished for more time at certain stops.
The Journey
Arles
Step back in time in Arles, a city steeped in Roman history and immortalized by Vincent van Gogh. Wander through the remarkably preserved Roman Amphitheatre and Theatre, imagining gladiatorial contests and theatrical performances of centuries past. Explore the haunting Alyscamps, an ancient Roman necropolis. Don't miss the iconic yellow café, a subject of Van Gogh's famous painting, and immerse yourself in the vibrant Provençal culture that permeates this enchanting city. Arles offers a unique blend of historical grandeur and artistic charm.
Les Baux-de-Provence
Perched dramatically atop a rocky outcrop, Les Baux-de-Provence is a breathtaking medieval village that commands stunning views of the surrounding olive groves and vineyards. Explore its fortified castle, a testament to its strategic importance throughout history. Lose yourself in the labyrinthine streets, discovering charming boutiques and inviting cafés. Descend to the Carrières des Lumières, a former bauxite mine transformed into an awe-inspiring art center where masterpieces are projected onto the massive stone walls, creating an immersive and unforgettable experience. Les Baux-de-Provence is a feast for the senses.
Road to Saint-Remy-de-Provence
Embark on a scenic drive along the serpentine road connecting Les Baux-de-Provence to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a journey that unveils the beauty of the Provençal countryside. As you wind your way through rolling hills, you'll pass ancient Roman ruins, silent witnesses to a bygone era, and vast olive groves, their silvery leaves shimmering in the sun. This picturesque route is more than just a transfer; it's an immersion into the region's rich history and natural splendor, setting the stage for your arrival in Saint-Rémy.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Discover the allure of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a town forever linked to Vincent van Gogh, who captured its essence in his masterpiece, 'The Starry Night'. Stroll through its charming narrow streets, admire the elegant fountains, and relax in the shade of the tree-lined square. Explore the boutiques showcasing regional crafts and artisanal products, browse the art galleries, and savor the atmosphere in the delightful cafés. Just outside of town, visit the Roman ruins of Glanum, an ancient city frozen in time, or the Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery, where Van Gogh spent a year and produced some of his most iconic works. Saint-Rémy offers a captivating blend of art, history, and Provençal charm.
Know Before You Go
This private tour includes private transportation, bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a tour guide/driver. The tour is customizable to accommodate reasonable modifications free of charge. Lunch is not included, giving you the freedom to choose a restaurant in Arles or Les Baux-de-Provence. Entrance to the Carrières des Lumières is also excluded, with tickets costing 15.50 Euros for adults, 13 Euros for those aged 18-25, and 12 Euros for children under 17.
Hot Tip
Consider visiting the Carrières des Lumières early in the day to avoid crowds. Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the cobblestone streets in Les Baux and Saint-Rémy. Bringing a hat and sunscreen is a good idea, especially during the summer months.
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