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Southern France is a unique and diverse region. The cultural center of Marseilles is surrounded by a countryside of olive groves, vineyards, and lavender fields. Quaint and beautiful villages, each have a long history and a unique story to tell. This is the France captured on canvas by Renoir and Van Gogh. Provence tours offer tourists hassle free travel. Local guides offer insights into local culture and history. Provence tour packages cover a range of interests. Some tourists prefer a planned vacation package knowing what they'll do everyday and guaranteeing a diverse experience. Some like to explore a primary interest with day or half day excursions. Families or groups can also request a custom tour with an itinerary of their choosing. Many custom tour operators can assist tourists with handicaps in planning a full and rich travel plan within their capabilities. Tours can be by bus, limo, cycling or even walking. Marseille is France's oldest city, settled by the Greeks as a trading port in 600BC. It later fell to the Romans, then the Visgoths, then Franken kings. It's unique from the rest of France serving as a regional center for culture and entertainment. Historical and maritime museums include the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilization. Marseilles is home to theaters, art galleries, clubs, bars, restaurants, an opera house, and fashion shops. Southern France has been settled by various peoples and cultures for more than 2500 years. The museum in Arles traces the prehistory of the region through the Roman settlements of the 6th century, complete with Roman artifacts and statues. They also have Christian sarcophagi from the 4th century on display. While in Arles walk the Van Gogh trail, a walking tour highlighting the spots where Van Gogh set up his easel to paint. The medieval village of Les Baux de Provence still has its ancient cobblestone streets. Aix-en-Provence is the beautiful city of a thousand fountains. Gordes and Rousillon, ancient and timeless hilltop villages, are beautiful, unique, and quaint. Beyond the city is a region of fragrant lavender fields that bloom from June to August. Distilleries have turned lavender into soaps and fragrances sold worldwide since the late 1800's. Visit a farm and meet the producer. Discover how lavender is harvested and turned into soaps and fragrances, edibles and teas. Tours to the many Provencal Markets are a great way to savor local culture. Stroll through traditional open air markets and relax at local cafes. Local markets at Vaison la Romaine and I'Isle sur la Sorgue feature farm produce, antiques, and nick-nacks. Nice is well known for it's old books market, flower stalls, fish, and local produce. The largest and oldest market is Carpentras, in existence since 1155. Explore the ancient and unique wilderness of Camargue's National Park. The marshes are home to teeming flocks of flamingos. The wetlands are also home to herds of white horses and black bulls. Spend a day at a ranch, then join a tour. Travel by boat, jeep, walking, cycling, or horseback. Provence tours explore fragrant lavender fields, bustling markets, sunny beaches, city life, hilltop villages and tranquil landscapes. Two thousand years of history has left it's unique stamp on every city, town, and village. If you want to skip the hassle of renting a car and finding your own way, join a local guide for a group tour. Take an afternoon excursion, an all day tour, or join a small group for several days spent exploring this unique and exotic region. When you are considering booking one of the Provence tours, look at the information on our website today. You can see details about lodging and schedules at http://www.frenchtwisttours.com now.
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