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Churches of Provence and French Countryside Private Tour
(3) Reviews
Le Thoronet
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Visit Thoronet Abbey, the Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene in the Provence region. Enjoy the Papal Palace in Avignon and enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant on a private day tour.
Don't miss this unique full-day experience with a professional driver/guide aboard a comfortable and recent vehicle who will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation.
All the programs of our private tours can be modified according to your wishes, do not hesitate to organize your day with your guide and ask him for suggestions.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
Private Driver/Guide for the full day
Accomodation pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Churches of Provence and French Countryside Private Tour
(3) Reviews
Le Thoronet
About
Visit Thoronet Abbey, the Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene in the Provence region. Enjoy the Papal Palace in Avignon and enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant on a private day tour.
Don't miss this unique full-day experience with a professional driver/guide aboard a comfortable and recent vehicle who will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation.
All the programs of our private tours can be modified according to your wishes, do not hesitate to organize your day with your guide and ask him for suggestions.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
Private Driver/Guide for the full day
Accomodation pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Itinerary
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Abbaye du Thoronet
Start with pickup from your accomodation where you will meet your private guide. Travel to the first site of religious significance on the tour, Thoronet Abbey. Known as the jewel of Cistercian abbeys, it was constructed between 1160 and 1230. Discover the beauty of the abbey's architecture, the cloister, and the perfectly preserved conventual buildings from the 12th century.
1 hour
2
Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine
Drive to St Maxim and visit the famous Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene. Explore the largest Gothic church in Provence, which hosts the relics of Mary Magdalene. These relics received official recognition from the Catholic church in 1281. Charles II of Anjou, Count of Provence, decided with the approval and encouragement of Pope Boniface VIII, to build a magnificent basilica in the honor of the saint.
1 hour
3
Palais des Papes
Continue towards the city of Avignon and discover the amazing Palace of the Popes. The wealth and the glitter of the pontifical court vanished a long time ago, but the palace still is a monument to papal power in centuries past. Wander through the large halls and rooms of the Palais vieux, the Grand Tinel, the Consistoire, as well as the private rooms of the Popes who were resident here.
2 hours
4
Avignon
Enjoy some free time for a lunch at your own expense before driving back to your accomodation.
