Provence France Travel Guide: Why You Should Visit This Beautiful Region

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Journey through the south of France and visit colorful markets, charming villages, wine vineyards and amazing scenery.

Why visit Provence?

  • Think of all the artists that spent time there…there must be a reason for it: Cezanne, Van Gogh, Picasso, Matisse, Marc Chagall and many more!
  • Great food, such as Boullaibaise (fish based stew), as well as dishes made with herbes de Provence (spice blend that is heavenly)
  • Awesome wines, and some really great roses
  • Unique handicrafts sold in the local markets (such as provencal fabrics and table cloths, colorful ceramic pieces, soaps made with the local essences such as lavender, perfumes, olive wood decorative pieces and so much more)
  • Markets of every kind, selling local produces, meats, cheeses, pastries, handicrafts, the works!
  • Unique architecture and history, including Roman, Medieval and Renaissance!
  • Wonderful smells (such as lavender, fresh rosemary, olives) and colors (from the flowers, lavender fields, lush green landscapes, mountains and hilltop towns) like no where else
  • Friendly people and rich customs that have stayed alive in this traditional and welcoming region.

Featured Provence trip:  Colors of Provence

Wonderful inclusions on this tour:

-market day in L’Isle Sur la Sorgue (very typical local products, such as herbs, fabrics, ceramics and so many great and unique souvenirs)
-cheese tasting (learn about a variety of cheeses made from different types of milk and with different aging processes)
-cooking class (with a great chef featuring regional Provencal recipes)
-perfume making (make your own perfume and take home a bottle to enjoy)
-cruise along the French Riviera (along the coast of Nice, past villas, gorgeous coast line and the Promenade des Anglais)
-winery visit for wine tasting and olive oil tasting (in the heart of Provence and with one of the most beautiful gardens in the area)
-visit authentic and charming places like Les Baux de Provence, St. Remy, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Gordes, Antibes, Nice
-optional day to Arles and La Camargue is a must !  (Arles is an old Roman town and the Camargue is a beautiful natural reserve filled with wildlife)

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Sue Lobo
Sue Lobo is a four-time Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) and a Senior Travel Advisor at Atlas Travel Center. With more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry, Sue plans ocean and river cruises, European tours, group travel, luxury vacations, honeymoons, and family trips. Sue works at a family-owned agency that has served travelers since 1987. Atlas is a member of CLIA and ASTA, is IATA and ARC accredited, and has held an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau since 1987.