Paris, Avignon and the Highlights of Provence

Railbookers operates this 7-day, 6-night independent rail package that begins with two nights in Paris before the trip moves south by train into Provence, based in Avignon. Avignon is described as a former papal city, and from there the itinerary reaches the historic towns of Nimes, Arles and Orange, taking in ancient Roman landmarks, hillside villages and wine tasting along the way. Because it is an independent package rather than a guided tour, travelers set their own pace between Paris and the Provence stops while Railbookers arranges the train connections. The trip suits travelers with an interest in Roman history and French wine, and independent explorers who want to base themselves in one Provence town rather than change hotels every night. It is priced from $1,449 USD for the full 7 days, about $207 per day. Railbookers does not publish a day-by-day breakdown of hotels for this package, so travelers should confirm those details before booking.