Make a Trip of It
South of France Travel Tips
For anyone making a longer holiday of the wedding, we've put together a few of our favourite places in Provence and the Côte d'Azur. Hiring a car is strongly recommended for most of these routes. If you're considering travelling in the region, drop Grace or JF a message and we can give you more detailed advice on places to stay, restaurants and things to do.
Camargue
From Arles
Wild wetlands just south of the city, home to salt flats, white horses and the region's famous pink flamingos.
The Alpilles
From Arles
Craggy limestone hills, olive groves and hilltop villages — Les Baux-de-Provence and Saint-Rémy chief among them.
Aix, Marseille & Cassis
From Arles
Elegant boulevards and fountains in Aix, Marseille's old port, then the turquoise calanques carved into the cliffs at Cassis.
The Luberon & Lavender Trail
Best explored by car
Perched villages, hilltop markets, and — in season — mile upon mile of lavender across the plateau.
Côte d'Azur Road Trip
Fly home from Nice
For those with time to spare — carry on east along the coast through Saint-Tropez, Cannes and Antibes, and fly home from Nice.
