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Private Van Gogh Provence Experience -St Rémy de Provence & Arles

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Private Van Gogh & Provence Experience - Arles, Saint-Rémy de Provence & the Alpilles.

Ancient Rome to Vincent van Gogh.

Journey through over two thousand years of history, explore the Roman splendour of Arles, once one of Julius Caesar's most important cities & discover the timeless charm of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.

Nestled at the heart of the Alpilles it's one of the region's most enchanting villages. Surrounded by dramatic limestone hills, ancient olive groves & fields bathed in the extraordinary Provençal light has long captivated artists, writers, and travellers alike. Stroll its elegant historic centre, charming squares, artisan boutiques, centuries-old stone houses.

Visit the Monastère Saint-Paul de Mausole, where Vincent van Gogh voluntarily admitted himself in 1889, creating some of his most celebrated masterpieces. Along the way, uncover remarkably preserved Roman monuments, picturesque Provençal streets, and the landscapes that inspired one of history's greatest artists.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee We always include a break for a coffee, tea or soft drink on all our visits - it's a nice way to relax during our visit
  • Bottled water
  • Admission to the monastère Saint Paul de Mausole
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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All our tours include pick-up from your hotel or villa in Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Arles, St Rémy de Provence, Lourmarin & Gordes. This tour is NOT suitable as a shore excursion to/from the port of Marseille. If you have a request for five or more guests, please contact us via our website to organise this for you.

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Theatre Antique D'arles

The amphitheatre is the most important monument of the former Roman colony that we should admire, some two thousand years after its construction. Its architecture is entirely designed in relation to its vocation of place to great shows, hosting a large audience. In their initial rise, the bleachers could receive approximately 21 000 viewers, streams were cleverly organized by a network of doors, galleries and stairs, on several floors.Become at the beginning of the middle ages a city close and fortified, the building was cleared only in XIX century. He himself then for part, its original function, including bullfighting, which earned him his current common appellation of "arenas".It is today the monument of the most visited city, bringing the image of Arles in the world.With a major axis of 136 meters in length and a minor axis of 107 meters, the amphitheatre of Arles is slightly larger than that of Nîmes and the 20th ranked among those of the Roman world. It has a shape of an ellipse. The façade includes two levels of sixty semicircular arches, separated by the abutments, massive rectangular section. A wider opening points out the ends of the two axes of the monument. The main entrance was not North as today, but the West where we can see the remains of a staircase overlooking the city.The cavea, space reserved for spectators, included 34 stands, divided into four series: the maeniana, where viewers were divided according to their social status. It is estimated the initial capacity of the monument to some 21,000 people.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Saint-trophime Parish

Dating from the 12th century this exceptional cloister sits adjacent to the church.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Eglise St-Trophime

Built between the 12th and 15th century, this exceptional former cathedral displays some of the best examples of Romanesque sculpture.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

St. Paul de Mausole

A visit to the 12th century former monastery Saint Paul de Mausole remains today a psychiatric health institution. In the former chapter houses and the Romanesque stairwell, you can see a permanent exhibition of works for sale, made by the patients at the art therapy studio Valetudo. It was here that Vincent Van Gogh spent just over a year and during the visit you get to experience the views that he saw and painted.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Saint-Remy-de-Provence

At the heart of the Alpilles - Saint Rémy de Provence is one of the must-see places. Surrounded by the dramatic backdrop of the mountains, ancient streets lined with old houses. Birthplace of Nostradamus and on Wednesdays the village plays host to one of the best street markets in Provence. Other days the village is lively with many small independent shops and galleries.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you're a solo traveller this tour is bookable at a special rate only via our website
  • Ideal river cruise excursion from Avignon or Arles

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Van Gogh Provence Experience -St Rémy de Provence & Arles?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Tea and coffeeWe always include a break for a coffee, tea or soft drink on all our visits - it's a nice way to relax during our visit
  • Bottled water
  • Admission to the monastère Saint Paul de Mausole
  • Admission to both historic Roman sites.
  • Admission to Le cloître Saint-Trophime de l’ancienne cathédrale d’Arles
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you're a solo traveller this tour is bookable at a special rate only via our website
  • Ideal river cruise excursion from Avignon or Arles

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