The Green Provence & Wine Tour
Half-day at the Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine in Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume and wine tasting
- WITH
- Véronique | about the guide
Provence lies in France’s geographical and spiritual heart. In a region of diverse landscapes, green hills roll into flat plains and lapping Mediterranean waves. This private guided tour offers you unique cultural and historic insights into the local way of life. Firstly, you’ll discover the Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine in Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume. An important place of pilgrimage situated along St James’s Way, this basilica is an exception example of Romanesque art and architecture and home to relics of Mary Magdalene. You’ll then set off to discover another local specialty, wine. Surrounded by rolling countryside, you’ll explore a nearby wine estate including a guided visit and private tasting session to learn more about the local grapes and flavors.
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Marseille and Provence
France -
4 hrs
DURATION -
8
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, local wine tasting, discover Green Provence
- transport :
- By private car
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Light
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- yes
- Kid friendly :
- Yes
- LANGUAGES:
- Anglais/English (Bilingual), Français/French (native)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 8
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Services of a private guide - Transport to/from hotel & throughout tour - Wine tasting (3 wines) - Entrance tickets for basilica
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch - Personal shopping
ITINERARY
Your guided tour will begin at the Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine in in Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, which is home to important relics of Mary Magdalene. You’ll then enjoy a wine tasting and guiding visit at a local wine estate. This visit is adapted for people with limited mobility.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Your hotel
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Your hotel
about
your guide
Véronique
Marseille et la Provence
- languages :
- Anglais/English, Français/French
I was born in Provence and, although I’ve moved around a lot, I always come back to my village. I studied tourism and art history, before getting my official guiding qualification. In 2008, I created my own company and have been giving guided tours in my region ever since. I love getting up in the morning and going to work! This job allows me to share my region and passion, as well as meeting people from all over the world. I cover a wide range of topics including the French Riviera and Provence (local life and traditions). I’m very careful to cater for disabled visitors as well, as my cousin is in a wheelchair. I invested in a vehicle designed to carry a wheelchair and I’ve created tourist circuits adapted for people with limited mobility. In my free time, I like sewing and I’m also secretary for a charity that preserves local Provençal traditions.
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