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Beautiful Provence & the Camargue by Rail

Eight-day Provençal rail tour from London via Avignon, based in one hotel

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Leger Holidays operates this eight-day rail tour that combines the classic approach to Provence with a fixed base. You travel from London by Eurostar to Paris, then board the TGV to Avignon, where you settle into the 4-star Avignon Grand Hotel for seven nights. Days radiate outward by coach to explore the region's Roman ruins, medieval towns, and natural landscapes. Day two includes a guided walk through Avignon itself, tracing the Palais des Papes and the famous Pont d'Avignon. The itinerary takes you to the walled port of Aigues-Mortes for a barge cruise, the Camargue wetlands to see flamingos and white horses, Arles with its ancient arenas, and the Pont du Gard aqueduct. Two free days in Avignon let you visit museums at no cost or relax at the hotel. The tour suits first-time rail travellers, history enthusiasts drawn to Roman sites and UNESCO heritage locations, and couples who prefer stability to daily hotel changes.

What to know before you look closer

  • The tour stays in Avignon for all seven nights; most days involve coach travel to surrounding sights rather than rail

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Avignon, France

    Make your own way to London St. Pancras International where you will meet your friendly Tour Manager and board the Eurostar to Paris. We then join the TGV to Avignon. On arrival, we take the short walk to our hotel where we check in for our seven-night stay. The evening is free for you to relax and unwind.

  2. Day 2overnight: Avignon, France

    Avignon Guided Walking Tour

    This morning, we are joined by our local guide and discover Avignon, exploring the Palais des Papes and strolling over the Pont d'Avignon. This evening, we gather for a welcome dinner in a local restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  3. Day 3overnight: Avignon, France

    Aigues-Mortes

    Today we join our coach for an included full-day visit to Aigues-Mortes, the first French port on the Mediterranean. We board a barge and enjoy a cruise along the waterway where we discover the area's architectural heritage, history, fauna and flora.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. Day 4overnight: Avignon, France

    Free Time in Avignon

    Today is free to relax. There are six public museums in Avignon which are free of charge, or you can visit Ile de la Barthelasse, the biggest river island in Europe, for panoramic views of the city centre.

    Meals: Breakfast

  5. Day 5overnight: Avignon, France

    Arles & the Camargue

    Today, we travel by coach to Arles, exploring the majestic arenas and ancient theatre. We continue to the Camargue, home to pink flamingos, bulls, and white horses.

    Meals: Breakfast

  6. Day 6overnight: Avignon, France

    Uzès, Pont du Gard & Orange

    Today, we board our coach and travel to Uzès on market day, then continue to the Pont du Gard, one of the best-preserved Roman structures in the world, and on to Orange, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting the Théâtre Antique d'Orange and the Arc de Triomphe.

    Meals: Breakfast

  7. Day 7overnight: Avignon, France

    Free Time in Avignon

    Today is free for you to explore more of Avignon or relax at the hotel. This evening we gather for a farewell dinner in a local restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  8. Day 8rail

    After breakfast, we walk to the station and join the TGV to Paris. From here, we journey by Eurostar back to London St. Pancras International. After arriving in London, you will make your own way home.

    Meals: Breakfast

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Walking tour of Avignon with a local guide, exploring the Palais des Papes and strolling the Pont d'Avignon
  • Day 3Coach journey to Aigues-Mortes followed by a barge cruise to view the medieval port's architectural heritage and the Camargue's wildlife
  • Day 5Coach visit to Arles to see its ancient arenas and theatre, then continuing to the Camargue to spot pink flamingos, bulls, and white horses
  • Day 6Coach tour to Uzès market, the Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct, and Orange to visit the Théâtre Antique and Arc de Triomphe

Included

  • Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Paris
  • Connecting rail journeys
  • 7 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 2 evening meals
  • Coach transfers for excursions
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The from-price of £2,139 (USD $2,857) includes return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Paris and connecting TGV trains to and from Avignon. Coach excursions between destinations are also included.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Leger Holidays provides an experienced Tour Manager throughout the trip, and a local guide leads the Avignon walking tour. You make your own way to London St Pancras on day one and home after the day-eight return to London.
Where do we stay?
All seven nights are in the 4-star Avignon Grand Hotel. Continental breakfast is included daily; two evening meals (welcome dinner on day two and farewell dinner on day seven) are included in local restaurants.
What is included in the price?
Eurostar and TGV rail fares, seven nights hotel with breakfast, two dinners, coach transfers and excursions, services of a Tour Manager, and the guided walking tour in Avignon.
How much walking is involved?
The activity level is rated Easy. You should be comfortable walking for 10-20 minutes and carrying your own luggage. Days include guided walks in Avignon, exploration of towns on foot, and visits to museums and Roman sites.
When does the tour run?
The operator lists no published departures in the evidence. Confirm available dates and book directly with Leger Holidays.

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