From Avignon: Pont du Gard, Uzès & Nîmes: Half-Day Tour
Languedoc-Roussillon, Marseille
Take a journey through history on this tour. Admire the medieval landmarks of Uzès, the spectacular Roman constructions in Nîmes, and the 2,000-year-old Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights
- See the world-famous 2,000-year-old Pont du Gard
- Visit the Roman and medieval sites in the town of Uzès
- Marvel at the Roman coliseum and amphitheater in Nîmes
Description
Visit the charming medieval town of Uzès, founded during the Roman era and the site of an aqueduct that was built to supply the city of Nîmes. The Pont du Gard is the most well-known stretch of the aqueduct left standing.
On this 5-hour program, you’ll see the traces of Roman civilization in Uzès as well as substantial monuments from the Middle Ages.
Visit the famous 2,000-year-old Pont du Gard, a section of the Roman aqueduct that provided water to Nîmes. The highly photographed bridge was listed by UNESCO in 1985 as a World Heritage Site.
You’ll discover the treasures of Nîmes, including the Coliseum that is considered to be second only to the Coliseum in Rome. Its Roman amphitheater is still in use and today has a seating capacity of 10,000.
Includes
Admission fee to the Pont du Gard
Admission fee to the Arena of Nîmes
Excludes
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Drinks
Important Information
- During the summer and certain periods of the year, the arena may be closed for festivities. An alternative date or site may be suggested depending on availability For any booking with children, please advise the age The company cannot be held responsible for weather, delay due to traffic conditions or for robbery of personal belongings A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour to operate; however, bookings for 2 travelers are accepted. If those travelers remain the only passengers booked before departure, Provence Panorama will offer an alternative tour or date a few days before departure. If they refuse the alternative, they will receive a full refund
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund