b'Classic7 DAYS from 1,899pp Avignon, the Rhne1,699 pp and ProvenceTO/FROMChteauneuf-du-Pape PARISPont Du Gard 6 AvignonUzsGordesFRANCEArles AVIGNONWHATS INCLUDED: Tour idyllic Provenal villages, view incredible Roman influences6 nights in 4-Star hotelby the Rhne, and experience excellent local gastronomy accommodationon a holiday based in the charming French city of Avignon. Eurostar Plus First Class rail travel All rail, cruise and coach travelYOUR ITINERARYthroughout your tour Days 1-2. London to Avignon, Provence and the art and history of ArlesExpertise of a UK Tour ManagerWe meet at London St Pancras before boarding the Eurostar to Paris. Here, we from start to finish change to First Class seats on the high-speed TGV, arriving in the historic city of Eurostar light meals Avignon where we check in to our hotel. On Day 2, we take a boat cruise along the Breakfast each day, Rhne. Arriving in Arles, theres free time to explore this historic town.1 lunch, 2 dinners Day 3. Avignon: The City of PopesAll guided tours and excursions Today we set out on a sightseeing tour of Avignon. We see the famous Pont St Bnezet and stop by the Palais des Papes (the Papal Palace). With the rest of the day at leisure, you could stroll through the citys tree-lined avenues or wander Tour Code: AVB| per person based on through the Jardin des Doms, with great views of the Rhne.2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from 600. Day 4. A taste of Provences beautiful villages2025 Departures:Today, we visit a nougaterie, learning about the history of nougat before sampling some ourselves. Arriving in the beautiful Provenal village of LIsle-sur-la-Sorgue, APR, MAY, JUN, AUG, SEP, OCT we have time to explore the Venice of Provence before free time in Gordes. Day 5. A gastronomic tour of AvignonEveryday Traveller Rated Like many French cities, Avignon has a vibrant culinary scene. We join a knowledgeable guide who introduces us to artisan producers before visiting stalls 1 2 3 4 at the citys food market, Les Halles, for samples. Your afternoon is free to explore. Day 6. The Pont du Gard and Chteauneuf-du-Pape wine tastingWe visit the iconic Pont du Gard today. Constructed in the first century AD, this UNESCO-listed aqueduct used to transport water to the Roman city of Nmes.A highlight of our holiday follows as we enjoy a presentation about Chteauneuf-Secure your place now du-Pape, one of the most celebrated wines in the world, followed by a tasting.with a 400pp depositDay 7. Homeward boundFor more information onAvignon, with its sun-baked architecture and fantastic history, was the ideal base from which to experience the delights of Provence and the Rhne on this beautiful dates and prices, holiday. This morning, we board the train to Paris then switch to the Eurostar to visit greatrail.com/AVB London, where your holiday comes to an end. 44 FRANCECall 01904 527168 to speak to our team'