Marseille: Les Baux & Saint-Rémy Private Tour

Bouches-du-Rhône, Marseille



Discover the beauty of Provence on a private tour from Marseille. Visit Les Baux-de-Provence, Carrières de Lumières, and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence with a professional driver/guide.

Van Gogh and Alpilles Day Tour from Marseille

This private guided tour from Marseille explores Van Gogh’s legacy and the Alpilles region, suited for art and history enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Experience Van Gogh’s artwork at Saint-Paul de Mausole
  • Explore the streets of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence Old Town
  • Visit Les Baux-de-Provence, a hilltop village with scenic lookouts
  • Discover the immersive Carrières de Lumières art show
  • Private tour with professional English-speaking driver/guide and onboard Wi-Fi

Description

Begin with a comfortable pickup in Marseille and drive through the Alpilles to Les Baux-de-Provence, a village known for its historic stone streets and panoramic views.

Just below the village, visit Carrières de Lumières, where quarry walls display immersive art projections accompanied by music.

After lunch, continue to Saint-Paul de Mausole, a Romanesque monastery where Van Gogh painted for a year, surrounded by gardens and cloisters.

End the tour in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence Old Town with free time to explore its streets and squares. Optionally, add a stop at Les Antiques for Roman ruins photos before returning to Marseille.

Includes

  • Fuel and tolls
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marseille
  • English-speaking professional driver/guide
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Bottled water

Excludes

  • Licensed guides inside attractions
  • Additional beverages and meals
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Carrières de Lumières ticket (€11–€15 per adult, seasonal)
  • Saint-Paul de Mausole entry (€6–€8 per adult)

Important Information

  • Drivers provide informal local guidance but do not enter museums or archaeological sites.
  • Some stops may close due to holidays, maintenance, or events; verify opening hours before booking.
  • Groups of 1-3 use a sedan; groups of 4-7 use a minivan.
  • Please inform us of special requirements, such as service animals or mobility assistance, when booking.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early for preferred dates and bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a camera. Morning departures are recommended to avoid crowds and enjoy cooler weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Saint-Paul de Mausole, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence Old Town, Les Baux-de-Provence village, and the Carrières de Lumières art show.
The tour offers a private pickup from Marseille with transportation in a van driven by a professional guide.
Yes, the tour focuses on Van Gogh’s legacy and explores historical sites in the Alpilles region, ideal for art and history lovers.
Yes, onboard Wi-Fi is available during the tour for passenger use.
Van Gogh’s work is showcased at Saint-Paul de Mausole in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence as part of the tour.
Tour duration varies; check the website for specific timing and scheduling information.
Yes, the private tours include a professional English-speaking driver and guide.
Yes, the tour includes free time to walk through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence’s Old Town streets.
Yes, the tour includes access to the immersive Carrières de Lumières experience during the visit.
Advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred date and time for the tour from Marseille.

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