Provence Tours for Solo Travelers
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Porsche Boxster drives through Mont-Ventoux and Sénanque Abbey await independent travelers. Luxury stays at La Coquillade Village include dedicated support and GPS guidance.
Duration 5 days Destinations Nice, Gorges Du Verdon, Castellane, Gordes, Mont-Ventoux Age Range 25 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 2 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator EPIKdrives From
- US$7,563
Provence's welcoming atmosphere draws solo travelers to local vineyards and olive farms. Fellow adventurers gather at Saint Paul de Mausole Monastery and Les Baux-de-Provence's art shows.
Duration 8 days Destinations Nice, Antibes, Aix-En-Provence, Arles, Pont du Gard, Avignon, Les Baux de Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Greoux Les Bains, Gorges Du Verdon Age Range up to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Blue-Roads Touring From
- US$2,959
Cultural and Gourmet Tour in Provence
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This trip is ideal if you want to admire the Provence region off the beaten track; its small villages, its gastronomy, its colors and its smells.”
Ambre, traveled in July
Travelers aged 55+ can embrace Provence with stays in 4-star hotels in Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. Activities include Calanques National Park cruising and Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tasting, with guided walks through historic Le Panier district.
Duration 8 days Destinations Marseille, Calanques National Park, Bandol, Cassis, Aix-En-Provence, Apt, Avignon, Chateauneuf du Pape, Alpilles, Les Baux de ProvenceSee all destinations Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Operated in English, French Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator So Provence So Alps ! From
- US$3,452
Roman amphitheater tours in Arles and Les Baux village visits unite fellow travelers. Avignon's Palais des Papes and chef Morreale's cuisine create perfect mix of guided and independent experiences.
Duration 10 days Destinations Lyon, Beaune, Viviers, Pont du Gard, Chateauneuf du Pape, Avignon, Arles, Les Baux de Provence, Aix-En-Provence, Marseille Age Range up to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 182 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Emerald Cruises From $9,475
45% Off- US$5,180You save $4,295
Vertical terrain beckons climbers aged 14+ in groups of 8 or fewer. Twin rooms in Gap serve as base for conquering La Falaise in Freissinieres, with picnic lunches amid limestone formations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Gap, Ancelle, Agnières-en-Dévoluy, Freissinières, Agnielles, La Motte-du-Caire Age Range 14 to 75 year olds Operated in English, French Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Undiscovered Mountains From
45% Off- US$874
Wine tastings at Château La Nerthe welcome solo travelers. Comfortable stays at Hotel d'Angleterre in Avignon and Hotel Les Florets in Gigondas complement e-biking adventures for ages 16+.
Duration 8 days Destinations Avignon, Gigondas, Gordes Age Range up to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
45% Off- US$2,705
Vibrant market visits in Saint-Rémy and Maussane welcome independent travelers. Natural social connections form during treks through Les Alpilles massif and visits to ancient Glanum ruins. Ages 35+, with charming hotels and historic sites.
Duration 7 days Destinations Avignon, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Alpilles, Les Baux de Provence, Maussane les Alpilles, Arles Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator UTracks From $1,220
7% Off- US$1,129You save $91
MS Camargue II offers single cabins for solo adventurers in Provence. Group tours include Avignon's Papal Palace, Arles' olive producers, and Camargue bull farms, with social wine tastings at Tournon Castle.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lyon, Macon, Vienne, Arles, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon-sur-Rhone Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 104 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From $2,902
10% Off- US$2,602You save $300
Art workshops in Arles and wine tastings at Commanderie de Peyrassol highlight this adventure. Medieval villages Gordes and Roussillon welcome visitors to sociable Negrecoste Hotel.
Duration 9 days Destinations Paris, Avignon, Aix-En-Provence, Cote D'azur Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $5,399
5% Off- US$5,149You save $250
Duration 8 days Destinations Arles, Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhone, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon-sur-Rhone, Tain-l’Hermitage, Lyon Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 160 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Avalon Waterways From
5% Off- US$4,399+$210 upfront costs
What our customers ask about Provence Tours for Solo Travelers
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to visit Provence?
Late spring and early fall are prime times for solo travel in Provence. The weather is mild and tourist crowds are thinner during May June and September. These months draw the highest number of independent travelers about 25-30% of tour groups. June brings blooming lavender fields near Avignon and Gordes perfect for photographers and meeting fellow travelers. Wine harvests and local festivals in September create natural opportunities to connect with others making it a favorite among solo visitors according to TourRadar data.
Which areas of Provence are most solo traveler-friendly?
The historic center of Avignon with its Palais des Papes and the artistic town of Arles draw many independent travelers. The Luberon area stands out for its welcoming atmosphere particularly in towns like Bonnieux and Gordes. Small hotels such as the Hotel du Poete in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse offer intimate settings for solo guests. A TourRadar traveler noted: "As a solo traveler I felt completely at ease exploring the markets of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and the cafes of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence - the locals were incredibly welcoming and the atmosphere was very safe."
How many solo travelers are typically on a Provence guided tour?
Provence tours usually include 4-6 solo travelers within groups of 12-16 people. This balanced mix shows up on river cruises like the MS Camargue II and walking tours through the Luberon. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Having 5 other solo travelers in our group of 14 made it easy to find companions for optional activities and dining - we never felt outnumbered by couples."
What type of group activities can solo travelers expect on Provence tours?
Group activities range from truffle hunting to wine tastings at family vineyards in Côtes-du-Rhône and cooking classes in local farmhouses. Tours often include visits to the Palais des Papes in Avignon and boat excursions in Cassis. According to a TourRadar review "The guided activities were excellent especially the cooking class and wine tours which made it easy to connect with other travelers."
Do Provence tours offer shared room options for solo travelers to save money?
Many tour operators provide room-sharing options to reduce costs for solo travelers. River cruise companies like CroisiEurope and Uniworld run cabin-sharing programs on Rhône River cruises. The MS Camargue II sets aside specific cabins for solo traveler sharing. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "I opted to share a room on my Provence tour and was paired with another solo female traveler - we ended up becoming great friends and even planning future trips together."
What safety measures are in place for solo travelers in Provence?
Tour companies provide round-the-clock local support experienced guides and centrally located hotels like the Hotel Regina in Avignon. All transportation between locations is arranged and guides oversee safety during activities. One TourRadar traveler noted "The shuttle drivers were very professional and prompt. The vehicles were clean and we felt very safe."