Avignon 6 Day Itinerary

Avignon 6-Day Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Avignon

  • 🏨 Accommodation: Hotel de Roure, a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Avignon.
  • 🏛 Palais des Papes: Start your day with this iconic 14th-century Gothic palace. Guided tours available.
  • 🍴 Lunch at Café des Doms: Enjoy a panoramic view of Avignon while having lunch on the terrace overlooking the Rhone River and the Palace of the Popes.
  • ⛪ St. Bénézet’s Bridge (Pont d’Avignon): Cross this famous bridge, explore the surrounding area, and take some great photos!
  • 🌙 Dinner at La Mirande: A Michelin-starred restaurant offering a gourmet Provencal cuisine experience.

Day 2: Château de Fontainebleau & Villeneuve-lès-Avignon

  • 🚗 Rent a car or take a tour bus to reach the beautiful villages of Provence.
  • 🏯 Château de Fontainebleau: A stunning palace that showcases centuries of French history and art.
  • 🍴 Lunch in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon: Try Le Chai des Papes, a cozy bistro serving traditional Provençal dishes.
  • 🌄 Village strolling: Explore charming villages like Villeneuve-lès-Avignon and L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue with their unique shops and artisan workshops.

Day 3: Les Baux de Provence & Saint-Rémy-de-Provence

  • 🚗 Drive to Les Baux de Provence: A medieval hilltop village offering breathtaking views and a fortress ruin.
  • 🍴 Lunch at Oustau de Baumanière: Known for its Michelin-starred restaurant, enjoy a memorable dining experience in the heart of Provence.
  • 🏯 Saint-Rémy-de-Provence: Visit the asylum where Van Gogh stayed and explore the charming village.
  • 🌄 Van Gogh’s Foundation: Discover the artist’s life and work at the beautiful museum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.

Day 4: Olive Oil Tasting & Wine Tour

  • 🍇 Olive oil tasting at Mas de la Dame: Learn about olive oil production and enjoy a tasting.
  • 🍷 Wine tour: Visit the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, one of France’s most famous wine regions. Many tours are available.
  • 🍴 Dinner at Le Clos du Pape: Dine in a Michelin-starred restaurant overlooking the vineyards of Château de Beaucastel.

Day 5: Luberon Mountains & Gordes

  • 🚗 Drive to Luberon Mountains: Visit stunning hilltop villages like Gordes, Bonnieux, and Roussillon with their picturesque stone houses and vibrant landscapes.
  • 🍴 Lunch at Auberge de la Coquillade: Enjoy a Provencal meal in this beautiful hotel surrounded by vineyards.
  • 🏯 Sénanque Abbey: Visit the medieval Cistercian monastery hidden among lavender fields (best visited during summertime).

Day 6: Departure

  • 🌄 Last minute shopping and sightseeing: Avignon offers a variety of local products, including olives, soaps, and pottery. Don’t forget to visit the Place de l’Horloge!
  • 🛬 Departure: Head to the Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) for your flight home or continue exploring other parts of France.