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River Cruise Excursions in Provence — Arles, Avignon and the Rhône Valley

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Step ashore in Provence from your Rhône river cruise for a private excursion from Arles or Avignon. Explore Roman monuments, medieval palaces, hilltop villages and nearby wine country, with pick-up at the dock and a guaranteed return before your ship sails.

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River cruise ships on the Rhône dock right in the heart of Provence’s most atmospheric towns. From Arles and Avignon you are only minutes away from remarkable Roman remains, medieval fortifications, countryside villages, lavender fields in season and the vineyards of the southern Rhône. Provence river cruise excursions are tailored to the precise docking times of each ship. Your private English-speaking guide meets you at the gangway, leads you on foot or by minivan depending on the chosen tour, and returns you directly to the dock. From Arles Arles Roman and Van Gogh walking tour: Guided walk through the amphitheatre, theatre and key Roman sites combined with locations linked ...

River cruise ships on the Rhône dock right in the heart of Provence’s most atmospheric towns. From Arles and Avignon you are only minutes away from remarkable Roman remains, medieval fortifications, countryside villages, lavender fields in season and the vineyards of the southern Rhône.

Provence river cruise excursions are tailored to the precise docking times of each ship. Your private English-speaking guide meets you at the gangway, leads you on foot or by minivan depending on the chosen tour, and returns you directly to the dock.

From Arles

  • Arles Roman and Van Gogh walking tour: Guided walk through the amphitheatre, theatre and key Roman sites combined with locations linked to Van Gogh’s stay in the city.

  • Les Baux and Saint-Rémy: Excursion into the Alpilles hills to visit the perched village of Les Baux-de-Provence and the town of Saint-Rémy, with its Roman remains and artistic heritage.

  • Camargue landscapes: Half-day to the nearby Camargue, with its wetlands, salt flats, horses, bulls and birdlife.

From Avignon

  • Avignon city and Palais des Papes: Walking tour of the walled city including the palace of the popes, the old streets and the famous bridge.

  • Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tour: Short drive to nearby vineyards for visits and tastings at one or two estates in this renowned appellation.

  • Luberon villages: Full-day outing into the countryside to hilltop villages such as Gordes and Roussillon, often combined with short walks and photo stops.

  • Pont du Gard and Uzès: Trip to the impressive Roman aqueduct, the Pont du Gard, and the nearby town of Uzès.

What is included

  • Private guiding for your party only.
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the river dock in Arles or Avignon.
  • Itineraries designed around your exact docking and sailing times.
  • Comfortable minivan for excursions beyond walking distance.

Short stops are perfect for in-town walking tours. Longer calls make it possible to reach the countryside, villages or nearby wine estates without rushing.

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