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Medieval villages Les Baux, St Rémy de Provence & Alpilles wine
Saint-Remy-de-Provence
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Medieval villages of Les Baux de Provence, the immersive experience of Carrières de Lumière, Saint Rémy de Provence culture, food & olive oil and the flavours of Domaine de la Vallongue wines.
A fortified hilltop village one of the most visited in Provence, narrow cobbled streets, ancient houses run up to a ruined castle - the Baux family ruled from the 9th century to 1426. Explore the village & then Carrières de Lumières, one time 19th century quarry Les Grand Fonds. In the 1960s it found a new function thanks to the genius of Jean Cocteau, an immersive experience that exhibits work from famous painters. Next Saint Rémy de Provence, savour the unique flavours of olive oil from Domaine Joli...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Wine & olive oil tasting at Domaine de La Vallongue in the Alpilles mountains
Admission and visit to St. Paul de Mausole - the hospital where Van Gogh spent time & painted
Admission to Carrieres des Lumieres - the ancient quarry now and art light show
We allow time for lunch - at your leisure in either St Rémy or Les Baux and happy to make recommendations to you
Gratuities
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Not suitable for a shore excursion arriving and departing same day from the Port of Marseille
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If you're a solo traveller this tour is bookable at a special rate only via our website
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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Medieval villages Les Baux, St Rémy de Provence & Alpilles wine
Saint-Remy-de-Provence
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About
Medieval villages of Les Baux de Provence, the immersive experience of Carrières de Lumière, Saint Rémy de Provence culture, food & olive oil and the flavours of Domaine de la Vallongue wines.
A fortified hilltop village one of the most visited in Provence, narrow cobbled streets, ancient houses run up to a ruined castle - the Baux family ruled from the 9th century to 1426. Explore the village & then Carrières de Lumières, one time 19th century quarry Les Grand Fonds. In the 1960s it found a new function thanks to the genius of Jean Cocteau, an immersive experience that exhibits work from famous painters. Next Saint Rémy de Provence, savour the unique flavours of olive oil from Domaine Joli...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Wine & olive oil tasting at Domaine de La Vallongue in the Alpilles mountains
Admission and visit to St. Paul de Mausole - the hospital where Van Gogh spent time & painted
Admission to Carrieres des Lumieres - the ancient quarry now and art light show
We allow time for lunch - at your leisure in either St Rémy or Les Baux and happy to make recommendations to you
Gratuities
Itinerary
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St. Paul de Mausole
The monastery is best known for the fact that Vincent van Gogh stayed here from May 1889 to May 1890. A masterpiece of Provencal Romanesque art, the 11th -12th Century cloister backs onto the chapel, in pure Romanesque style, with a façade altered in the 18th Century.
1 hour
2
Carrieres des Lumieres
The town of Baux-de-Provence entrusted Culturespaces with the management of the quarry, as part of a public service concession agreement. Named ‘Les Carrières de Lumières’, Culturespaces have developed a unique and innovative concept for the site: AMIEX® (Art & Music Immersive Experience).Les Carrières de Lumières opened in March with the exhibition "Gauguin, Van Gogh: Painters in Colour", a musical journey into the colourful world of these two artists, produced by Culturespaces and directed by Gianfranco Iannuzzi, Renato Gatto and Massimiliano Siccardi.
1 hour
3
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Visit to this historic quintessential Provençal village, explore the tiny streets and enjoy the ambience of it's charm, shops, cafes and local eateries. St Rémy is the birthplace of Nostradamous.
1 hour
4
Domaine de La Vallongue
An end of the day visit to this family owned estate set against the magnificent Alpilles mountain range - everything you imagine about Provençal style. A renowned wine maker and olive oil producer. Tastings included
