Extraordinary and holy! Depart from Paris in the morning and enter the heart of Provence in the evening“Avignon”. This region is extremely varied, with thousands of customs, lively cities, winding mountains, and arrangements that change due to seasonal climates. The whole show will be performed on this land. Please take a closer look before signing up! If you have seen enough of the fashion and luxury in big cities, this route will take you to South France to appreciate the small towns, walk through the nature and culture, history and present of South France, and experience a different European journey. We can take you to appreciate the romantic feelings of Southern France, the loneliness of the city of Gerd in the sky, explore the stories of Van Gogh in the small town of Asia, taste the mellow fragrance of Bordeaux wine, and revel in the shopping paradise of the Principality of Andorra* (seasonal).
Holy Land Tour!Not to be missed! that isPapal City and Broken Bridge (Ponte San Benezé) . In the fourteenth century, the Roman Catholic Church moved its capital here with the support of the King of France, and Avignon naturally became the second religious capital. In the afternoon, go to the coveted Gede City in Meyer's "Mountain Years". This city is also known as Stone City. It is called the "hanging village" and is also named because of the image hanging in the sky."City in the Sky", the rocky mountain city was built in the Middle Ages and is made of limestone dry slabs. After the tour, we headed to Senanque Abbey and passed by the "Lavender Museum" for a short visit. Senanque Abbey is the founding place of the Cistercian monasticism. It is the background of the book "The Years in the Mountains" and is a landmark attraction in Provence.
(Special note: Lavender is a seasonal natural ecology, usually from July to early August. Due to the influence of climate, growth and harvest period, we cannot guarantee that we will encounter fresh grass!)
The road to painting the saint!The small town of "Arles", famous for the genius painter "Van Gogh" who is also known as "Impressionist/Expressionist", was originally listed as a key city from the ancient Roman period. There are still many ancient Roman ruins worth visiting in the center of the city, such as the ancient Roman Colosseum and the ancient Roman amphitheater... Although Van Gogh only lived in the sanatorium here for just one year (1888-89), that year was the peak of his creation, and he also created the famous "Langlo Bridge and Washerwoman" and "Cafe under the Stars" here. We will follow in the footsteps of "Van Gogh" and go back in time to the place where the master shot and painted, allowing you to check in on the spot! After the tour, head to the Spanish coastal city "Barcelona".
The city of "Two Saints"!In the morning, "self-funded group activities" drove to the mountains in the mountains."Monserrat Monastery"This is the most important religious site in Catalonia. The statue of the Black-faced Madonna holding the Holy Child is the guardian of the spirit and soul of the local people.
At noon, visit the warm and charming Barcelona. Attractions include: Columbus Monument and Las Ramblas. Then proceed to the Sagrada Familia, the most representative church in Barcelona. This church is a masterpiece of Gaudí, the architectural genius known as the "Architectural Poet"; then visit the exterior of Camp Nou Stadium to take photos and buy souvenirs. After the tour, we went to visit the Olympic Stadium on the hill of Montjuic, where the 1992 Olympic Games was held. From the hill, you can overlook the panoramic view of the city. The rest of the time is free for free in the bustling Plaza Catalunya, and then return to the hotel after dinner.
※ Note: Luying Stadium will undergo major maintenance from June 23, which will last about 2 years.
Reservation period: Orange Line between 15:00-15:30 pm. During the peak season, the Sagrada Familia has restricted crowds and large queues. If you want to visit the church, it is recommended to pre-purchase your tickets online at https://sagradafamilia.org/en/home
A Mecca for shoppers and a place of pilgrimage!Go to"The Grand Duchy of Andorra"This small pocket country is located at the junction of France and Spain, nestled between the Pyrenees Mountains. It is surrounded by mountains and has rugged terrain. Its capital, Andorra La Vella, has the title of the highest capital in Europe. This small country that most Asian tourists don’t pay much attention to has beautiful scenery and is a ski resort for Europeans. Also because of its tax-free status, it is a favorite shopping paradise for tourists. In the afternoon, we entered France along the Pyrenees Mountains and headed towards the famous pilgrimage site of Our Lady of Lourdes. It is said that the Virgin Mary appeared here 150 years ago, and countless medical miracles have occurred since then. More than 5 million pilgrims visit Lourdes every year.
(Special note: From October to the end of February every year, due to the influence of the mountainous climate and paths, the itinerary will be [cancelled* Andorra] and [rerouted] to the "World Heritage Site" city of art and history "Carcassonne, France". Its landmark attraction "Carcassonne Castle" was included in the World Cultural Heritage in 1997. There are 3 kilometers of double city walls and 52 towers around the city.)
Wine destination!Visiting a winery in this wine country is an experience not to be missed. The itinerary is arranged to visit famous wineries. The endless vineyards show Bordeaux’s international winemaking status. Group members who have a strong interest in wine can taste and purchase at the winery. Then enter the center of Bordeaux, visit the Bordeaux Theatre, the Waterfront Square and the Place de Plum Blossom, etc. The coordinates of the city center of Bordeaux, and have free time in the bustling city center.
(Special note: Most wineries in Bordeaux are closed to tourists in August every year or during festivals. During this period, winery visits will be canceled. Please understand and pay attention. Group members can purchase or taste wine at wineries in urban Bordeaux.)
ufeffCastle Resort! Travel to world-famous tourist attractionsloire valley. The Loire River is known as the mother river of France and is the longest river in France, with a course of 1020 kilometers. There are the world-famous Loire Castles on both sides of the river valley. You can see magnificent and gorgeous castles everywhere. In the afternoon, you will arrive at the castle known as the "King of Castles".chambord, this castle was a hunting palace built by French King Francois I in 1519 to show off his imperial power and national power. He invited art masters such as Leonardo da Vinci from Italy and transplanted the brilliant art and architectural styles of the Italian Renaissance to France, laying the foundation for the French Renaissance. After the tour, we headed towards Paris and arrived in the flower capital Paris at about 7pm.
