Signature 9 Day South of France Tour May 14th - May 23rd, 2024

      Start & Point: Montpellier

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      26 reviews
      May 14 - 23, 2024
      Group size: 4 - 14
      Signature 9 Day South of France Tour May 14th - May 23rd, 2024
      Start & Point: Montpellier

      26 reviews

      $NaN
      May 14 - 23, 2024
      Group size: 4 - 14

      About this trip

       Signature Tour: Provence & Occitanie Like a Local

      Explore the best of the South of France during our 9 day tour along with expert locals of the region! With stops including quaint French villages, medieval castles, wineries and the beautiful region of Provence, this is a complete and diversified trip that you will never forget!



      Add-ons

      Extra night before the tour + Special pickup: This option will get you an extra night in your hotel before the tour starts and it also includes early pick up from the airport or train station when you arrive. You only need to purchase one of these options per room.

      Extra night after the tour + Special drop-off: This option will get you an extra night in your hotel after the tour ends and it also includes drop off at the airport or train station when you depart. You only need to purchase one of these options per room.

      Room upgrades: There are several room upgrades with limited availability on a first come first serve basis. The differences from the standard room are listed next to each room. Aside from the differences listed, the rooms are similar. The price listed for the upgrade is for the whole tour.

      Aix-en-Provence Self-guided tour extension:  Since some people like to stay in France a bit longer after the tour and see more of the South, we are offering a private transfer to Aix-en-Provence at the conclusion of your South of France tour. We will give you our self guided tour program and drive you to Aix-en-Provence and drop you off at your hotel. We recommend staying at the Aquabella Hotel and Spa or the Hotel Cezanne but there are many options and you are free to choose whichever hotel you like and how long to stay. When you decide to leave Aix there are a few options to continue your journey or make your return home. Aix-en-Provence has a train station and there is also another train station and an international airport in Marseille just a 30 minute taxi ride away. The self guided tour extension is per person. If you are two people in a booking you must select 2.

      Available Packages

      Solo Traveler
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      Select your room and bed below. Also you can add an extra night to arrive a day early and select the Extra Night & Early pickup add-on option to minimize jet lag on the tour.   



      $4,889
      Deposit: $500
      Two Travelers sharing the SAME room
      14 left

      Select your room and bed below. Also you can add an extra night to arrive a day early and select the Extra Night & Early pickup add-on option to minimize jet lag on the tour.   

      $4,489
      Deposit: $500

      Available options



      Your Organizer


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      TripUSAFrance
      26 reviews
      We started this company to help people who are in love with France to have a cultural trip where they can experience the country as temporary locals, not the average tourists bouncing around in a crowd or waiting in long lines and getting stuck in tourist traps. We will help you make a deeper connection with the country and understand what it is like to live there, while fulfilling the desire to see amazing sites and make lasting memories.

      Reviews

      GB
      This was terrific! We looked forward to each day, as it was different from the day before. It was wonderful to be able to see so much of the South of France and not have to unpack and repack every single day. The small group experience was fantastic. We highly recommend.
      By Gary B for Signature 9 Day South of France Tour Sept 27th - Oct 6th, 2022 on 14 Nov, 2022
      The tour of southern France with TripUSAFrance was one of the best travel experiences I have ever had. I have taken many trips to Europe but always avoided tours. This was my first. But it was more like traveling with a large group of friends (13 of us) because the owner and tour guide (Julia) and her parents went out of their way to create a highly personalized experience. Our base town of Palavas-Les-Flots was a picturesque and easily walkable fishing village on the Mediterranean. Shops, cafes and restaurants lined the canals traversing the town, just a few blocks from our hotel. So there was plenty to do when we had downtime… We saw more amazing sites in 9 days than I could ever have done on my own … and yet the tour did not feel rushed. The outdoor scenery in this part of France was visually stunning, particularly the mountain views from medieval hilltop villages like Les Baux and St. Guilhem-Le-Desert, as well as the gorgeous river valley surrounding the Pont de Gard. Among the many highlights was the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Carcassone, the largest medieval fortress remaining in Europe today. It still houses a small city. We spent an entire day here, enjoying a fascinating (and funny) tour led by an expert guide, eating a leisurely group lunch, and having loads of fun shopping for unique gifts and memorabilia. At a local winery one day, Julia’s mother prepared exquisite delicacies — such as mini quiches and tiny croissants of cheese and meats —to create a gourmet picnic for the group. After lunch, Julia’s father treated us to French and American songs on his guitar, with written lyrics passed out to the group so we could all sing along. We were also treated to a winery tour and tasting, after which we played four fiercely competitive games of Petangue.… although I have no idea who won. 😂 🤣 Great fun for all … and an example of the uniquely personalized nature of this tour. Definitely a five-star experience.
      By Cynthia K for Signature 9 Day South of France Tour Sept 27th - Oct 6th, 2022 on 29 Oct, 2022
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      While researching an itinerary for a trip to southern France, I happened upon the TripUSAFrance site.It sounded too good to be true so I called the company. All my questions were thoroughly answered and I was reassured by the fact that they had repeat customers. Nothing for me to do but book the travel to and from Montpellier and enjoy the anticipation of the trip. We took a chance and the trip far exceeded our expectations. From our pick up at the airport to our drop off at the train station, Julia and her father Stephane anticipated our every need. Hôtel les Coquilles in Palavas was charming and comfortable. Our hosts Kathi and Jerome were delightful and very helpful. We could see the Mediterranean from our balcony and enjoyed walks along the beach and through town. Each day the van rides to our destinations provided us an opportunity to observe the countryside and get to know our fellow travelers who were also appreciative of the small tour experience. We enjoyed all of our explorations of the region from Roman ruins to small hillside villages to larger cities. The activities that we would not have included had we planned our own itinerary made the trip special. We loved the trip to the Carmargue ranch and the introduction to the bulls, the Roquefort cave and the lumières show in the quarry, the very unique restaurants, and most especially the picnic at the winery with food prepared by Cathy, Julia’s mother and entertainment by Stephane. Meeting their friend, playing pétanque, and touring the vineyard was icing on the cake. Julia is a great guide who gives just enough history and background to give you appreciation of the area but not overwhelm you with facts. We now can’t imagine a tour without Julia and her family. We definitely will plan on one of her other tours in France.
      By Donna W for Signature 9 Day South of France Tour Sept 27th - Oct 6th, 2022 on 28 Oct, 2022
      JH
      Lovely trip. Well organized. Lots of fabulous food and wine. Trips to Roquefort and Les Baux de Provence were highlights. But it is hard to pick what was best. The hotel, in Palavas , on the beach is a great base of operations. Tour operators are friendly, informative and flexible.
      By Janice H for Signature 9 Day South of France Tour Sept 27th - Oct 6th, 2022 on 18 Oct, 2022
      Wonderful trip! We met wonderful people, ate delicious food, and traveled to great locations! Julia and Stephane make you feel like long lost family. It was a terrific trip and I would definitely do it again.
      By Amy P for Signature 9 Day South of France Tour Sept 27th - Oct 6th, 2022 on 16 Oct, 2022
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