Provence Roman History Tour
The legacy of the Roman Empire in this region is still present in Nîmes and Pont du Gard. Follow all the traces of antiquity with this Provence Roman history tour. Tour Details. Pickup will be at 41 Cours Jean Jaurès in Avignon at the specified time.
- 9 hours
- 5 reviews
- Open on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
The legacy of the Roman Empire in this region is still present in Nîmes and Pont du Gard. Follow all the traces of antiquity with this Provence Roman history tour.
Tour Details
Pickup will be at 41 Cours Jean Jaurès in Avignon at the specified time. The journey to Nîmes will take approximately one hour. Nîmes is notable for its Roman origins, highlighted by the Arenas de Nîmes amphitheatre, where gladiator competitions took place. An audio guide in English will be provided for self-exploration. The tour includes a brief stop at the Maison Carrée temple.
Next, the tour will proceed to Pont du Gard, a well-preserved Roman aqueduct, where free time will be allocated for you to admire the site. Optionally, you may visit the Pont du Gard Museum to learn about Roman engineering.
A stop will also be made in Orange, which features two ancient monuments from the 1st century BC, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Roman Theatre.
The tour will conclude with a return to Avignon, arriving 8.5 hours after the initial pickup.
Important Info
The Roman Antique Theatre of Orange and the Arenas de Nîmes amphitheatre 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: Accessible only for folding chairs.
