A day in Roman Provence Nîmes Orange Pont du Gard
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Duration 7 to 9 hours
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Includes picnic lunch
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Audio guide in Nîmes Arena
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Entrance to Pont du Gard
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Small group tour
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Guided in English and French
Explore Roman heritage in Nîmes, Orange, and Pont du Gard with a guided experience that includes local lunch and audio tours of ancient sites.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Lunch
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Bottled water
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Entrances and audio-guide at the nîmes arena (april to october only) and the orange theatre
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Entrance to pont du gard
Excluded
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Tips
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Picnic between november and march
Explore Roman heritage in Nîmes, Orange, and Pont du Gard with a guided experience that includes local lunch and audio tours of ancient sites.
Highlights
- Visit remarkably well-preserved Roman sites
- Enjoy a shared picnic with fresh local products
- Audioguided tour of the arenas of Nîmes
- Free visit of the Pont du Gard with crossing and belvedere
- Audioguided tour of the ancient theatre in Orange
Meeting Point
Wait for me in front of the Le Bristol hotel. My car is black with Ventourisme on the sides. If you are not staying in Avignon intramural, please contact me to arrange a better meeting point.
44 Cr Jean Jaurès, 84000 Avignon , France
End Point
Wait for me in front of the Le Bristol hotel. My car is black with Ventourisme on the sides. If you are not staying in Avignon intramural, please contact me to arrange a better meeting point.
44 Cr Jean Jaurès, 84000 Avignon , France
What to expect
Arc de Triomphe
After a 30-minute drive from Avignon, photo stop at the Arc de Triomphe in Orange with listening to audios retracing the history of the monument.
Roman Theatre of Orange
Audioguided tour of the majestic ancient theatre built around 20 BC. Then about 30 minutes drive to Pont du Gard
Pont du Gard
After an hour-long picnic overlooking the Pont du Gard, walk around the magnificent and imposing Pont du Gard which was part of a 52 km long Roman aqueduct to supply Nîmes with water. It was built around the 50s AD. Then 30 minutes drive to Nîmes.
La Maison Carree Nimes
Photo stop in front of the Maison Carrée de Nîmes, an ancient Roman temple dedicated to the grandsons of the Emperor Augustus. Then 15 minutes walk to the Nîmes Arena.
Arenes de Nimes
Audioguided tour of the splendid Nîmes bullring built around 100 AD on the model of the Colosseum of Rome. Then 15 minutes walk to pick up the car and about 45 minutes drive to Avignon.
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant participants
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Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Impossible to put a walker or suitcases in the car
What our experts say
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Arrive early for a good seat at the theatre.
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Try local wines during your picnic.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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Visit nearby Les Halles for local produce.
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Check out the local market in Nîmes.
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