Top Provence Food & Drink

Discover the delight of Provencal red and rosé wines on this 4-hour tour from Aix-en-Provence. Drive through the foothills of St-Victoire Mountain, which greatly inspired French painter Paul Cézanne, and visit two traditional wineries in the Côtes de Provence St-Victoire winemaking region. Sample exquisite wines, and learn about the unique soil and climate of the Provencal landscape that produces wines with full-bodied minerality. Round-trip transport by luxury minibus included.

Sample the fine wines of Provence on this half-day small-group tasting tour from Avignon. Visit three different wineries in Vacqueyras, Gigondas, and Chateauneuf du Pape; learn more about French winemaking and wine appellations; and sample an array of grand or premier cru wines.

Indulge in a full day of wine tasting as you roam the vineyards and medieval villages of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, one of the region’s most important wine appellations. Explore the villages of Gigondas and Vacqueyras, stopping at traditional wineries to sample both red and white wines, and learn the secrets of local wine production. This small-group tour from Avignon also includes a delicious 2-course lunch.

Discover one of France’s most storied winemaking regions, and enjoy a luxurious day out, when you book this private tour of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Following morning pickup at your area hotel, set off in a comfortable vehicle. During the day, you’ll visit three different wineries, where you’ll learn about the grape varietals that go into Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, will discover the region’s history, and will enjoy tutored tastings. You’ll also visit a traditional bistro for lunch (own expense).

Explore the highlights of the world-famous Côtes du Rhone wine region—and enjoy numerous tasting sessions and winery visits—on this private, full-day tour from Avignon. Setting off in the morning with your winemaker guide, you’ll taste the wines of the Tavel and Lirac appellations, will enjoy a classic French lunch (own expense), will visit the most prestigious wineries in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and finish with a visit to the local wine museum.

Come and discover the famous vineyards of Chateauneuf du Pape with a bilingual local guide and graduate in Sommellerie. I propose a unique tour that will make you have a real immersion in the Chateauneuf du Pape Vineyard. The day includes the visit of 4 domains / Châteaux viticoles.

Pair spectacular wine-tasting with gorgeous Provencal landscapes on this 10- to 11-hour tour from Aix-en-Provence. At two wineries in the Côtes de Provence St-Victoire winemaking region, sample exquisite reds and rosés. Then, wind your way through some of the most charming villages in the Luberon region, including Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin and Bonnieux. Snap memorable shots of hilltop hamlets, a Renaissance castle, a 12th-century church and more, while hearing about their history from an informative guide. Round-trip transport by comfortable minibus included.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Rhône Valley wine country on this half-day tour from Avignon. In a small group, wind through verdant hills en route to two esteemed wine estates where you’ll take guided tours and taste sumptuous AOC-classified wines, from crisp rosés in Tavel to an array of world-class varietals in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

See the best of beautiful, medieval Avignon on this 3-hour walking tour with skip-the-line access to Popes’ Palace. Learn the history of this exquisite UNESCO-listed city with ancient Roman roots and celebrity as the 14th-century seat of the Papacy. Admire hilltop views of the Rhône River, breeze into Popes’ Palace to tour the ornate chambers and chapels, and enjoy a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine near the Place de l’Horloge.

Spend a perfect day in Provence on this combo tour featuring visits to Les Baux de Provence, Avignon and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Departing from Aix-en-Provence by luxury minibus, discover a medieval hilltop village and snap a photo by the Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed Roman aqueduct. Explore on foot Avignon and learn about its papal history. Finish this day of beautiful sightseeing with a wine-tasting session inside a Châteauneuf-du-Pape winery. An informative guide shares insightful commentary along the way.

Discover Provence’s ancient roots and winemaking traditions on a half-day tour of the Gigondas and Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards from Avignon. Wind through the verdant vineyards of the Rhône Valley to distinguished wine estates in both areas to sample fine wines and learn about local varietals. Explore the ruins of the Pope's formal summer residence in Châteauneuf-du-Pape before heading back to Avignon.

Departing from Marseille, you will drive your 4x4 Jimny jeep with manual gearbox or automatic Beetle yourself in an exceptional site between sea and mountains, don't forget your driving license. A guide will open the route with his 9-seater shuttle, you will follow him throughout the course. You will be able to contemplate one of the most beautiful bays in the world (La Ciotat) and, via the route des crêtes, the magnificent creeks of blackcurrant seen from above at 350 meters above sea level by the sea. Sublime views . If the ridge route would be closed (strong winds), we could change the route. We will pass on our return, by the highest point of Marseille, Notre Dame De La Garde, where you can take photos. We will adapt our schedules according to your time of departure and arrival of the ship. 3 jeep cabrio and 3 Beetle cabriolet automatic for more user-friendliness. the price shown is per car, from 1 to 4 people. Unique in Marseille

Discover the rich traditions and flavors of Rhône Valley wine country on a guided wine-tasting tour from Avignon. With a small group of fellow wine enthusiasts, spend a half day visiting one or two distinguished wine estates in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape territory to sample and learn about local varietals. Your excursion includes fascinating estate tours and intimate tasting sessions in a breathtaking natural setting.

Enjoy a quintessential wine tasting experience in one of France’s most famous wine regions, as you sip your way around the Côtes du Rhône on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon. Indulge in expert-led tastings as you explore the vineyards and visit wineries in Châteauneuf du Pape, Gigondas or Séguret. Sip a selection of Grand Cru wines, as you learn about the wine production process, the importance of French ‘terroir’ and how to distinguish between the different Crus.

Cooking classes start at 9 a.m. with an appointment at the Cuisine Centr'Halles located inside the Les Halles d'Avignon market. We start with a visit to the Market to talk about local products, taste and especially create our menu together. We'll choose our ingredients and craft our menu, then head back to the kitchen for our class and cook our lunch. Lunch is included and consists of the menu we have prepared, water, wine and coffee. The full event ends at 1:30 p.m. Cooking demonstrations are a fun and light alternative to cooking classes. These begin at 9 a.m. with a meeting inside the market at the Cuisine Centr'Halles. We start with a market visit and tastings at some of my favorite vendors. We then return to the kitchen to prepare my tapenade recipes and some other daily preparations.

Get an insider’s introduction to Marseilles’ rich culinary heritage during this half-day walking tour through the colorful, historic Le Panier neighborhood. Sample regional wines and savory cheeses in the home of a Marseilles local, sample tasty, traditional snacks like a fried panisse, and explore winding streets in one of the city’s most photogenic quarters.

Visit two of the most impressive Roman ruins in Provence and sample the region’s renowned wines on this half-day small-group tour from Avignon. Marvel at the grand aqueduct of Pont du Gard, visit the UNESCO-listed Roman Theater in Orange, then enjoy wine tasting at a Chateaneuf du Pape winery.

While in Avignon, treat yourself to a private tour of Rhône Valley wine country! With a personal guide, wind through the lush Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region en route to two esteemed wine estates, where you’ll see traditional winemaking techniques and taste sumptuous wines from crisp rosés in Tavel to an array of world-class reds in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Finish with a historic tour of Avignon including famous sites like the Saint-Bénézet Bridge.

Experience Provence at its storybook best as you journey through rolling vineyards, medieval villages, and artist’s havens on this full-day tour from Avignon. Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh in Saint-Paul-de-Mausole; explore the Provencal market town of Arles; and take in the views from hilltop Les-Baux-de-Provence. Then, step back in time with a visit to the Roman aqueduct Pont-du-Gard, before sampling fine Rhône Valley wines with a tasting at an organic winery in Tavel.

Discover the natural and historic sights of Provence on a private tour from Marseille. The tour itinerary and duration are based entirely on your interests and time constraints. Whatever you decide, enjoy comfortable end-to-end transportation with WiFi and luggage storage. Explore Côte d’Azur, Aix en Provence, Cassis, and more, as you inhale the region's iconic lavender. Additional sightseeing in Marseille can be arranged before return to your port or hotel.

Our Marseille food tour is a walking tour around the historical center of Marseille. The tourist is guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities. Do Eat Better tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing French culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible.

TOUR AVAILABLE FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS ONLY (as the port of Marseille is a secure area that only cruise passengers can access). When your ship pulls into port at Marseille, discover the wine appellations of Provence on a small-group visit to two high-quality wineries, carefully selected by a wine expert as your guide. You’ll learn about grape varietals as you sip fine reds, whites, and rosés. Plus, spend free time exploring one of the area’s charming towns. This full-day shore excursion includes port transfers by minivan with a maximum of eight. 

Beaumes de Venise, wine tasting Vacqueyras, wine tasting Châteauneuf du Pape, wine tasting, point of view and visit of the village

Leave AIX-EN-PROVENCE aboard our vintage sidecar to discover the beautiful AIX road, around the Montagne St Victoire which so inspired the painter CÉZANNE, come and discover the know-how of our winegrowers through a visit and tasting on their wine estates.