From Aix-en-Provence : Wine, Olive Oil and Scenic Villages
1st Arrondissement of Marsaille, Marseille
This full-day tour offers an enchanting mix of history, gastronomy, and local culture, providing a perfect taste of Provence and the beautiful Alpilles. Come to enjoy an unforgettable journey with us!
Provence Olive Oil, Wine & Village Tour from Aix-en-Provence
This guided half-day tour from Aix-en-Provence explores Les Baux de Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, an authentic olive oil mill, and a local vineyard, ideal for food and wine enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Discover the village of Les Baux de Provence and its historic sites
- Visit an authentic olive oil mill with a tasting session
- Free time to explore and have lunch in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
- Tour a vineyard with a wine expert and enjoy an exclusive wine tasting
Description
Meet your local guide in Aix-en-Provence and travel in a small group to Les Baux de Provence, a village perched 245 meters above the Alpilles region. Explore its historical pedestrian center with highlights such as the Santons Museum, Hôtel des Porcelets from the 16th century, and St Vincent Church, a Romanesque building.
Next, visit a traditional olive oil mill to learn about olive harvesting and pressing techniques used to produce high-quality extra virgin olive oils. The guided tasting showcases diverse flavors from local olive varieties.
Continue to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, known for its weekly market. Enjoy free time to stroll through the market sampling local specialties, have lunch at a bistro or open-air terrace serving Provençal cuisine, and wander the historic streets that inspired Van Gogh.
In the afternoon, tour a local vineyard with your wine expert to understand the terroir, climate, and grape varieties of the Alpilles region. The visit ends with a wine tasting featuring reds, rosés, and whites, accompanied by expert tasting notes.
Your guide will return you safely to your meeting point in Aix-en-Provence.
Includes
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry and tasting fees at the olive oil mill
- Entry and tasting fees at the vineyard
- English-speaking driver-guide specializing in wine and local culture
Excludes
- Lunch
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- All personal expenses
Important Information
- Meeting point is near public transportation
- Minimum 2 people per booking required
- Maximum group size: 8 travelers
- Not suitable for children under 10 years
- If bringing luggage, inform us in advance; liability for lost or stolen items is not assumed
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring sun protection. Morning departures offer cooler temperatures and quieter village visits.
