Guide holding a Van Gogh self-portrait postcard in Provence on the In the Footsteps of Van Gogh VIP private tour

    In the Footsteps of Van Gogh
    VIP Private Tour

    8–9 hours Provence, France 5.0 (196 operator reviews)

    Tour Description

    This full-day tour offers a comprehensive journey through the cultural and scenic highlights of Provence, with a strong focus on Vincent van Gogh's life and inspiration.

    From the Roman legacy of Arles to the refined atmosphere of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, the dramatic hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence, and the immersive experience of Les Carrières de Lumières, each stop is seamlessly connected into one cohesive itinerary.

    Including a stop at Saint-Paul de Mausole, where Van Gogh created some of his most iconic works, the tour adds a meaningful artistic layer throughout the day.

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    Pickup Points & Ports

    Pickup from anywhere in the area of Marseille, from the port of Marseille, all hotels, or any given address. A guide will wait with a sign with your name.

    Port of MarseilleAix-en-Provence hotelsAll Provence hotels

    Itinerary

    1

    Arles

    A UNESCO-listed city rich in Roman heritage and Provençal charm. Explore the impressive Roman amphitheater and lively squares that inspired Vincent van Gogh.

    2

    Saint-Rémy-de-Provence

    A quintessential Provençal town in the heart of the Alpilles, known for elegant boulevards, shaded squares, and inviting cafés.

    3

    Saint-Paul de Mausole

    The former monastery where Vincent van Gogh stayed and created some of his most iconic works, surrounded by olive groves and peaceful landscapes.

    4

    Les Baux-de-Provence

    A spectacular village dramatically perched on a rocky outcrop with medieval streets, stone houses, and breathtaking countryside views.

    5

    Carrières de Lumières

    Optional: A former limestone quarry transformed into an immersive art space where masterpieces come to life through light, music, and movement (extra charge).

    📝 The itinerary might change due to schedule constraints as well as other reasons. It can also be customized according to your wishes.

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    AIDA Cruises
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    Azamara
    Azamara
    Celebrity Cruises
    Celebrity Cruises
    Celestyal Cruises
    Celestyal Cruises
    Costa Cruises
    Costa Cruises
    Holland America Line
    Holland America Line
    Mano Maritime
    Mano Maritime
    MSC Cruises
    MSC Cruises
    Norwegian Cruise Line
    Norwegian Cruise Line
    Oceania Cruises
    Oceania Cruises
    Princess Cruises
    Princess Cruises
    Regent Seven Seas
    Regent Seven Seas
    Royal Caribbean
    Royal Caribbean
    Seabourn
    Seabourn
    SeaDream Yacht Club
    SeaDream Yacht Club
    Silversea
    Silversea
    The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
    The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
    TUI Cruises
    TUI Cruises
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    Viking Cruises
    Orient Lines
    Orient Lines
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    Gallery

    Town hall square and clock tower of Aix-en-Provence with a flower market during the Van Gogh private tour
    Tour group with their guide in front of the Celebrity Constellation cruise ship in Marseille
    Guide holding a Van Gogh self-portrait postcard in a Provencal market
    Marseille Cathedral de la Major with its striped stone domes under a blue sky
    Ochre houses of Roussillon village in Provence
    Happy travelers with their guide in front of the Roman amphitheater in Arles