Van Gogh arrived here in the late 19th century, and this beautiful region inspired some of his greatest work: the chiseled teeth of the Van Gogh Alpilles mountains that soar high above the Rhône Valley, the sunflower fields, the olives groves, the Mistral winds that rhythmically sweep the lone cypress tree.
During this Provence walking trip, you will follow Van Gogh’s steps into the most secret of the Alpilles landscapes. You will spend time in the artsy town of Saint-Rémy, the spectacular perched village of Les Baux, the nice little village of Maussane, and finish in the Roman city of Arles.
Afternoon transfer from Avignon towards St Remy de Provence . Explore the artsy Saint-Rémy and its environs, the museum of Van Gogh’s paintbrush. Head into the sunlit hills to discover the remains of the Roman town of Glanum.
Meals included : none
Night : Saint Remy
Free day in St Remy
. Walk Option : walk along the Van gogh trail, all the way to St Paul de Mausole monastery, where Van Gogh spent over a year, creating over 150 paintings, and some of his best work. Explore Glanum and the Antiques
Walk : Van Gogh trail | 1h - 2 miles | No Elevation
Meals included : breakfast
Night : Saint Remy
Market on Wednesday & Saturday morning in St Remy
You start from the picturesque Saint Rémy into the Alpilles hills, then along the fabulously panoramic ridge-line of the Alpilles mountains. Panoramic view on the Camargue flatlands when the weather is bright !
Walk :
. Short : 3h30 | 10km - 6 miles | Elevation : +300m / -300m
. Long : 6h | 18km - 11.2 miles | Elevation : +550m/ -550m
Meals included : breakfast
Night : Saint Remy
Today's scenic forestry path hovers high above the valley, giving you spectacular views. Your walking path descends through the village of Maussane. Visit the famed 17th century Cornille mill where you can taste one of Provence’s best olive oils!
Walk : 4h | 13km - 8 miles | Elevation : +270m / -270 m
Meals included : breakfast
Night : Maussane
Your walking day continues with a circular walk up to the sculpted limestone “valley of hell” towards the perched village of Les Baux de Provence: its homes packed tightly and defiantly on top of the cragged rock, earning its listing as one of the most beautiful villages in France. You then continue towards the renowned silvery-green olive groves, and back to the village of Maussane.
Walk : 4h30 | 11km - 7 miles | Elevation : +250m / -250m
Meals included : breakfast
Night : Maussane
Short transfer to les Baux village, start of your walk. You head westward on the ridge path on the Alpilles mountains, with outstanding views of Mont Ventoux, the Montagnette and the Rhône Valley, all the way to the very end of the Alpilles range. Descend through hills and pine forests to the 12th century Romanesque Saint Gabriel Chapel. A short transfer drops you in Arles, in the heart of the roman city, to explore Van Gogh’s second home, and discover the treasures of the city’s Romanesque centre!
Walk : 5h | 14km - 9 miles | Elevation : +100m / 350m
Meals included : breakfast
Night : Arles
Market on Wednesday and Saturday (big one) morning in Arles
End of your trip after breakfast. Free day in Arles, the Rome of Provence
Meals included : breakfast
Add an half day Safari in Camargue
Pick up in Arles at 9am or 2pm - See in the option section
