Avignon and Portraits of Provence

Summary

It is easy to see why Provence was the inspiration for artists such as Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Cézanne, and our new rail tour takes you effortlessly to the heart of this stunning region. Fields of poppies, lavender and sunflowers sit alongside the grand Mediterranean gardens of Jardins de la Fontaine and impressive villas with mighty statues and tranquil lakes. There is plenty of time to soak up the grandeur of NÎmes, the extraordinary natural beauty of the Camargue and the shady squares of Arles. Our hotel is the 4-star Mercure Avignon Palais des Papes with its privileged location in the heart of the medieval walled city and where the delights of Provence lie conveniently on your doorstep.