Provence and French Riviera: Sun, Wine and Coastal Trains
Experience the south of France without renting a car. Base in Avignon for Roman history and Pope’s palaces, explore vibrant Marseille and the Calanques, then ride the coastal rail line along the French Riviera into Nice and Monaco.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Papal Grandeur in Avignon
AvignonArrive in Avignon, walk inside the 14th-century ramparts, and tour the colossal Palais des Papes. Enjoy sunset over the Rhone from the Rocher des Doms gardens.
Pont du Gard and Provencal Markets
AvignonTake the regional bus to the ancient Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct. Return to Avignon for an afternoon stroll through Place des Corps Saints cafes.
Train to Marseille and Old Port
MarseilleTake the 35-minute train to Marseille Saint-Charles. Explore the Le Panier historic quarter, take the €0.50 ferry across the Old Port, and visit the seaside Mucem museum.
Notre-Dame de la Garde and Coastal Vistas
MarseilleClimb to the basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde for sweeping Mediterranean panoramas. Walk along the Corniche Kennedy to the picturesque Vallon des Auffes fishing port.
Coastal Rail to Nice
NiceBoard the morning TER train to Nice-Ville. Swim at the public pebble beaches, explore Cours Saleya flower market, and eat pan bagnat.
Cannes and Cap d’Antibes Day Trip
NiceTake the 30-minute train to Cannes to stroll Boulevard de la Croisette, followed by an afternoon exploring the ramparts of Antibes and Picasso Museum.
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