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Small Group Tours from Aix-en-Provence — Provence Villages, Calanques & Wine (Max 8)

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Discover the very best of Provence on a small group tour from Aix-en-Provence with a maximum of 8 guests. From the hilltop villages of the Luberon and the Roman heritage of Arles to the turquoise creeks of the Calanques and a wine tour to Châteauneuf-du-Pape — all with expert local guides and comfortable transport from central Aix.

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Learn more about Small Group Tours from Aix-en-Provence — Provence Villages, Calanques & Wine (Max 8)

Aix-en-Provence is one of the finest bases for exploring Provence. Elegant, walkable and centrally located, it sits within easy reach of the region's most varied and celebrated sites — from the dramatic Calanques coastline south of Cassis to the lavender-scented hilltop villages of the Luberon, the Roman monuments of Arles and the great wine estates of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Our small group tours from Aix-en-Provence operate with a maximum of 8 guests per departure. All tours meet at the Aix-en-Provence Tourism Office in the city centre, and your expert English-speaking driver-guide takes care of all logistics, commentary and entrance arrangements throughout the day. Small group day ...

Aix-en-Provence is one of the finest bases for exploring Provence. Elegant, walkable and centrally located, it sits within easy reach of the region's most varied and celebrated sites — from the dramatic Calanques coastline south of Cassis to the lavender-scented hilltop villages of the Luberon, the Roman monuments of Arles and the great wine estates of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Our small group tours from Aix-en-Provence operate with a maximum of 8 guests per departure. All tours meet at the Aix-en-Provence Tourism Office in the city centre, and your expert English-speaking driver-guide takes care of all logistics, commentary and entrance arrangements throughout the day.

Small group day tour themes from Aix-en-Provence

  • Cassis, Calanques boat ride & Provence wines (small group, full day): A full day combining the charming coastal village of Cassis with a boat excursion into the Calanques National Park — one of Provence's most dramatic natural landscapes, where turquoise Mediterranean waters meet towering white limestone cliffs — followed by a wine tasting at a Cassis winery. One of the most popular and visually spectacular days in the entire Provence region.

  • Arles, Saint-Rémy & Les Baux (small group, full day): A rich cultural day through the western arc of Provence — Roman Arles, one of the finest ancient cities in France; Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where Vincent van Gogh painted over 150 works during his stay at the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole asylum; and the extraordinary perched village of Les Baux-de-Provence, rising dramatically from its limestone spur above the Alpilles.

  • Luberon villages, Olive Oil Mill (small group, full day): A full day to most celebrated hilltop villages of the Luberon: Gordes (one of the most beautiful villages in France), the Sénanque Abbey surrounded by lavender fields, and the village of Lourmarin. Visit of an Olive Oil Mill & tastings.

What to expect

  • Maximum 8 guests per departure: A personal, unhurried experience — not a coach tour.

  • Expert local guides: English-speaking driver-guides with specialist knowledge of Provençal history, wine, art and natural heritage.

  • Comfortable transport: Premium air-conditioned minivan with PA system throughout.

  • Meeting point: Aix-en-Provence Tourism Office, central Aix — a short walk from most city hotels and the train station.

  • Seasonal highlights: Lavender fields (late June–July), harvest season (September–October), and truffle markets (November–February) make specific times of year particularly rewarding.

Browse the small group tours below to find the right itinerary for your dates. Most tours run from April to October; please check individual pages for seasonal availability and departure times.

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