LUXURY ONE WEEK RETREAT IN STUNNING PROVENCE
Can you imagine a lavender fields at your door steps?
If you’re tired of to-do lists and in serious need of relaxation and renewal (not to mention inspiration and new direction), then join me in Provence, France, for an unforgettable journey into a newly inspired way of life!
Provence bursts with conviviality, warm atmosphere, exceptional weather and light, amazing colors and perfumes, stunning picturesque landscapes, typical cafés under old trees, the best Rosé wine in the world and excellent fine cuisine.
There is no better location than Provence to experience seven magical days where you, your family and friends can slow down and connect with what truly inspires you.
TREAT YOURSELF TO THE VERY BEST AND LIVE THE EXPERIENCE!
What to expect?
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A luxury private villa (the pictures show sample of a villas available) in the Luberon area with a large swimming pool, 2-4 double rooms with ensuite bathroom, shaded terrace, garden, stunning nature and everything you can imagine for your comfort.
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OPTIONS (extra charge): private chef, wine, Champagne, spirits, beers, grocery shopping…
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Myself as an English-speaking local tour guide/driver for the whole week. I can cook too.
When?
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Arrival and departure on Saturdays
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2023: April 22-29 / May 13-20 / Lavender in full bloom: June 17-24, July 1-8 / September 9-16 & 23-30 / October 7-14
Itinerary:
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DAY 1 (Saturday): arrival at Marseille airport or Aix en Provence TGV station, transfer to the villa, welcome cocktail, dinner
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DAY 2 (Sunday): a typical Provençal Sunday, street market where we buy everything for lunch, buy fresh bread at the boulangerie, walk the old town, have drink in a local café, go back to the villa and cook all together, lunch, free afternoon. I can teach you how to play Pétanque (bucci ball).
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DAY 3 (Monday): Saint Rémy and Van Gogh, Les Baux and the laser/music show in a quarry,
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DAY 4 (Tuesday): Wine tasting in Chateauneuf du Pape, we visit two wineries and have a private tasting with a famous sommelier in his old wine cellar. We may stop in Avignon too.
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DAY 5 (Wednesday): today is a relaxing free day at the villa, cheese and wine tasting party in the evening
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DAY 6 (Thursday): explore the most beautiful villages of Luberon (Gordes, Roussillon, Lacoste).
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DAY 7 (Friday): cooking course with a local chef in Camargue + lunch, free afternoon, farewell dinner at the villa
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DAY 8 (Saturday): transfer to the airport or train station after breakfast, time to say “au-revoir”
Included:
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7 nights/8 days villa rental (4-8 guests)
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All breakfast (served between 8.00 and 9.00am)
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Airport or train station transfers
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Welcome cocktail, farewell dinner (3 courses, aperitif, wine)
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3 sightseeing tours
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1 day wine tasting
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1 day cooking with a local chef + lunch (wine is included)
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1 dinner on the first day (wine is included)
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1 cheese and wine tasting party
Not included:
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Lunch, dinner, drinks not mentioned in the program
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Museums entrance fee
All cost on request. It depends on how many people, when and what kind of villa you prefer. I send you different villa options and you pick the one you like. Then I send you the final quote.
Please feel free to plan a call with us (Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp +33 615 335 421…) so we can discuss in details about your trip and different options.