Van Gogh's Provence & Les-Baux: Small-group Afternoon Tour

Saint-Paul de Mausole, Les-Baux's rocky perch, and Arles' Van Gogh streets in one afternoon

A guided afternoon tour from Avignon through three Provençal landmarks: the Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery where Van Gogh painted, the medieval hilltop village of Les-Baux-de-Provence, and the UNESCO-listed streets of Arles. Groups stay at 8 people, the guides are the two owners with over 11 years of experience, and the van is air-conditioned. The tour runs 5 hours and includes transport and live commentary. Entrance fees to sites are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery30m
2. Pont du GardEntry included1h

Explore Van Gogh sites and Provence villages

• Drive from Avignon with guide commentary
• Visit Saint-Paul de Mausole asylum exterior
• See remains of Roman town of Glanum
• Drive through vineyards and olive groves
• Explore Les Baux de Provence village
• Travel to Arles and receive maps
• Wander Arles streets and monuments

The experience

The tour leaves Avignon in a modern air-conditioned van, and the drive itself is part of it: your guide talks through the landscape as you move toward Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. At Saint-Paul de Mausole, you stand outside the monastery where Van Gogh spent time as a patient and created works like "The Starry Night" and "Irises." The hospital still operates today, so the focus is on the exterior grounds and the Van Gogh Walk, where boards display reproductions of his paintings set against the actual views that inspired them. Across the street sit the remains of Glanum, a former Roman settlement, layered into the same hillside.

From there, the van climbs through vineyards and olive groves toward Les-Baux-de-Provence, a fortified village perched on a rocky plateau above the Camargue. Your guide drops you at the entrance and gives you a map and insider tips. The rest of the stop is yours to wander the narrow streets, duck into local shops, and take in the views from the terraces. The place is built into the rock itself, and the medieval architecture sits exactly where it has for centuries.

The final leg is Arles, where you have a long stop to explore on your own. Your guide provides a map and pointers to the UNESCO monuments and the streets where Van Gogh lived and painted: the Yellow House, the Café de la Gare, the bridge at Langlois. You move through the town at your own speed, following the history or the light or whatever draws you. Because groups max out at 8 and the guides are the owners themselves, there is room to ask questions and get real answers, not a script.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned van transport from Avignon.
• live guide commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language.
• parking fees.
• maps and insider tips at each stop.

Information

Lasts 8h 30m, from € 120 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 8 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 3 Apr 2027

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by PROVANS

Is this one for you?Book this if you have a few hours in your afternoon and want owner-led conversation over a rushed itinerary. The small group means you'll actually talk with your guides instead of following a microphone through crowds.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What exactly will I see at Saint-Paul de Mausole where Van Gogh stayed?

Saint-Paul de Mausole is the monastery and former asylum where Van Gogh was a patient. You see the exterior grounds and the Van Gogh Walk, where boards display reproductions of his paintings in the actual locations that inspired them. The hospital still operates today, so interior access is limited, and the replica of his room is not included in this tour.

How much time do I get to explore Les-Baux-de-Provence on my own?

Les-Baux-de-Provence is a self-guided stop where your guide drops you at the entrance with a map and tips, then you wander the medieval streets, shops, and terraces at your own pace. The length of the stop depends on the day's flow, but it is built into the 5-hour tour schedule.

Will I have time to see Arles' Van Gogh sites and the Roman monuments?

Arles is the longest stop of the afternoon, and your guide gives you a map and pointers to both the Van Gogh locations (the Yellow House, Café de la Gare, the Langlois Bridge) and the UNESCO-listed Roman and medieval monuments. You explore on your own and choose what to prioritize.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guides speak English, Spanish, Italian, French, and one additional language. A single tour may include guests speaking different languages, and the guide manages commentary accordingly.

What is included in the price, and what costs extra?

The tour includes air-conditioned transport, the guide's live commentary, and parking fees. Entrance fees to any sites you choose to visit (such as the interior of monuments in Arles) are separate and paid on-site. Food and drinks are not included.