The Palais des Papes is an historical palace located in Avignon, Southern France. It is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Once a fortress and palace, the papal residence was the seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century. Six papal conclaves were held in the Palais, leading to the elections of Benedict XII in 1334, Clement VI in 1342, Innocent VI in 1352, Urban V in 1362, Gregory XI in 1370 and Antipope Benedict XIII in 1394.The Pont Saint-Bénézet also known as the Pont d'Avignon is a famous medieval bridge in the town of Avignon, in southern France.440 meters long and 42 meters wide, the Cours Mirabeau is one of the most popular and lively places in the town. It is lined with many cafés, one of the most famous being Les Deux Garçons and during its history frequented by famous French cultural figures such as Paul Cézanne, Émile Zola and Albert Camus.former capital of Provence, it is in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône, of which it is a subprefecture. The population of Aix numbers approximately 143,000. Its inhabitants are called Aixois or, less commonly, Aquisextains.
France · City Tours
Full day Shore Excursion to Avignon and Aix en Provence
The journey
- 01 Visit Aix-en-Provence and Avignon in one full-day shore excursion
- 02 Walk through Aix-en-Provence old town and along Cours Mirabeau
- 03 Discover the 14th-century papal city of Avignon
- 04 See the Palais des Papes, one of Europe’s major Gothic landmarks
- 05 Visit the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet
- 06 Private tour with driver-guide
- 07 Port pickup and drop-off in Marseille
- 08 Travel by air-conditioned minivan
Discover two of Provence’s most celebrated cities on this full-day shore excursion from Marseille. Begin in elegant Aix-en-Provence, where you can stroll through the old town and along Cours Mirabeau, known for its lively atmosphere and refined 17th-century architecture.
Continue to Avignon, the remarkable papal city of the 14th century, and explore its standout landmarks, including the Palais des Papes and the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet. With private transport by air-conditioned minivan and port pickup and drop-off included, this tour offers a comfortable way to experience the history, architecture, and character of southern France.
Discover two of Provence’s most celebrated cities on this full-day shore excursion from Marseille.
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What's Included
- Fuel surcharge
- Driver/guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
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- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- One collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
- For Cruiser the pick up will be ship pear the guide will be holding a sign with primary client Name
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