Paradise in Provence - discover Mont Saint Victoire Picasso, Cézanne art & wine

Duration

8 hours

Overview

This is an exceptional day's visit that takes you around both the north and the south face of the iconic Montagne Sainte Victoire. To the north discover hidden lakes - Lac de Bimont, rich forests and tiny Provençal villages including Vauvenargues, Picasso's burial place at the beautiful Château of Vauvenargues. From here we drive to the tiny medieval village of Puyloubier, a village set against the backdrop of the south side of the mountain and a gastronomic treat with a lunch stop on the terrace of the tiny village square. In the afternoon a drive through the national park with a stop and a visit to Domaine St Ser, one of the highest vineyards set against the backdrop of the mountain. Sample the delicious wine before we drive through the park back towards Aix-en-Provence. A full day out that combines all the elements of the perfect French Art de Vivre.