Provence Roman History Tour
The legacy of the Roman Empire in this region is evident in Nîmes and Pont du Gard. Follow the traces of antiquity with this Provence Roman history tour. Description. We'll pick you up at the designated time at 41 Cours Jean Jaurès in Avignon.
- 9 hours
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- Open on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
The legacy of the Roman Empire in this region is evident in Nîmes and Pont du Gard. Follow the traces of antiquity with this Provence Roman history tour.
Description
We'll pick you up at the designated time at 41 Cours Jean Jaurès in Avignon. After one hour, we will arrive in Nîmes, a key city of Roman origin in Provence.
The main Roman monument in the city is the Arenas de Nîmes amphitheatre. An English audio guide will be provided for a self-exploration. This site hosted gladiator competitions, similar to the Coliseum in Rome, and is now among the most popular bullrings in France. After your visit, we will make a brief stop at another notable monument, the Maison Carrée temple.
The tour continues to Pont du Gard, one of the best-preserved Roman aqueducts in Provence. You will have free time to admire the monument, and you may also visit the Pont du Gard Museum to learn about the Roman engineering achievements.
Before returning, we will stop in Orange, an ancient Roman city that features two remarkable monuments from the 1st century BC, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including its Roman Theatre.
We will then return to Avignon, arriving at the starting point 8.5 hours after the initial pickup.
Important Info
The Roman Antique Theatre of Orange may be closed during special events.
Prices
Included
- Transport by minibus
- English–speaking driver
- Ticket to the Sands of Nîmes with an audio guide in English
- Ticket to the Roman Theatre of Orange
- Ticket to the Pont du Gard
- Small group of no more than 8 people
Not included
- Ticket to the Pont du Gard Museum
Tips
- Accessibility: Yes, only for folding lightweight wheelchairs
