29 Activities
French Classic Route: Avignon, Montpelier and Marseille
Starts from
Geneva
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
29
Duration
3 days
Length
718 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Geneva
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
3 days
Length
718 mi
Road.Travel
- Admire authentic French architecture in Avignon.
- Enjoy the chef d'oeuvres of local cuisine in Marseilles.
- Take unforgettable strolls along the Mediterranean coast in Montpellier.
You’ll get a huge dose of serotonin on this journey through classical France: castles, vineyards, the unique cultural heritage of the French Riviera, the second-largest city in France — Marseilles, a wine fair in Montpellier, and sights in Avignon.
An exciting road trip into the world of architecture and culture awaits! You’ll visit famous wineries, plunge into the atmosphere of theatrical art in Avignon, and enjoy the Mediterranean landscapes.
You’ll get a huge dose of serotonin on this journey through classical France: castles, vineyards, the unique cultural heritage of the French Riviera, the second-largest city in France — Marseilles, a wine fair in Montpellier, and sights in Avignon.
An exciting road trip into the world of architecture and culture awaits! You’ll visit famous wineries, plunge into the atmosphere of theatrical art in Avignon, and enjoy the Mediterranean landscapes.
Road.Travel
- Admire authentic French architecture in Avignon.
- Enjoy the chef d'oeuvres of local cuisine in Marseilles.
- Take unforgettable strolls along the Mediterranean coast in Montpellier.
Travel itinerary
10 Activities
Day 1
281 mi0.5 mi
Beautiful Sights on the Way to Mediterranean Sea
Start your mini-trip in the French town of Chambéry, capital of the Duchy of Savoy and founded in XIII century. Castles, palaces, and gardens: in Chambéry, all this is in abundance. Today, you’ll drive to Plage Le Petit Travers — the best place to breathe fresh Mediterranean air and get your feet wet in the sea. In between? A road following a majestic river: the Rhone.
10 Activities
Day 2
89 mi2 mi
Scenic Views of Montpellier
Today, you’ll explore Montpellier. Be sure to walk along the Promenade du Peyrou — it’s quite similar to the Champs-Élysées in Paris and even has its own Arc de Triomphe. By the evening, you’ll be in Avignon, where you’ll be able to see a local theatre performance.
9 Activities
Day 3
348 mi3 mi
Visiting Marseille
The final day of the journey will take you to Marseille, France's second-largest city. A vibrant and multicultural atmosphere awaits you!
An important activity in Marseille is to taste the famous local bouillabaisse stew. Stock up on fresh produce from sunny Provence at a local farmers’ market and after that, drive back home.