Enjoy three action-packed days in the South of France with a tour of the coastal region of Provence , a historic area with an exceptional natural, historical, and cultural heritage. This three-day getaway will allow us to visit Avignon and its spectacular Palace of the Popes ; Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie and Lusson , both listed among the most beautiful villages in France; stroll through the charming streets of Uzès , a small and beautiful town and former seat of a duchy; admire the Pont du Gard , the most impressive Roman aqueduct; visit the Maison Carrée and the colossal amphitheater of Nîmes , the “Little Rome” of France; follow in Van Gogh’s footsteps in the monumental city of Arles , a beautiful city on the banks of the Rhône with exceptional Roman heritage; enjoy the charming old town of Montpellier , one of the most vibrant in France, and much more.
AVIGNON AND ITS SPECTACULAR PAPAL PALACE
Avignon, the city of the Popes for nearly a century, is today a small provincial town on the banks of the Rhône. But its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most beautiful in France and boasts an impressive historical heritage. The most outstanding monumental complex is the Palace of the Popes, a magnificent and imposing 14th-century Gothic building, from the era when this small Provençal town became one of the centers of Christendom. Walking across the famous Pont d’Avignon over the Rhône and strolling through the city’s medieval streets, filled with old houses, picturesque squares, churches, and Renaissance palaces, is always a truly rewarding experience.
THE PONT DU GARD AND THE DUCAL VILLAGE OF UZÈS
The Pont du Gard is the tallest and best-preserved Roman aqueduct bridge in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage Site , this bridge forms part of the aqueduct that carried water from Uzès to Nîmes and spans the Gordon River. Visiting this site allows us to appreciate the beauty of the bridge, which is situated in a stunning natural setting, and admire the skill of the Roman engineers.
Uzès, the first duchy of France, is a picture-postcard village. And the best way to enjoy it is to stroll leisurely through its narrow streets and squares, allowing you to admire its rich architectural heritage, starting with the beautiful ducal castle.
Nîmes, the Little Rome of France
The historic city of Nîmes is known for its spectacular historical heritage and its festive, southern atmosphere. The Roman amphitheater , with a capacity of 24,000 spectators, is one of the best-preserved in the world and still regularly hosts performances, most notably the famous Camargue bullfights. Another of the city’s star attractions is the Maison Carrée (Square House), a splendid Roman temple from the late 1st century with columns topped by Corinthian capitals. Nîmes also boasts a small but picturesque old town and a beautiful romantic park: the Jardin de la Fontaine . This magnificent park, designed in the 18th century, is one of the most beautiful in southern France.
ARLES, BEAUTIFUL CITY AND REFUGE OF PAINTERS
Arles is a city with an impressive Roman legacy and boasts several monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites: the amphitheater (the Arenas); the ancient theater ; the Alyscamps, an avenue lined with sarcophagi; the cryptoporticus, an avenue of underground galleries supporting the ancient forum; the Baths of Constantine, the portal and the cloister of Saint-Trophime.
In addition, Arles boasts a beautiful old town of medieval origin , a wide variety of museums, and many of its corners, such as the garden of the health house (Van Gogh space), the forum square, the quays of the Rhône, or the Arenas, have been immortalized on the canvases of numerous painters, including Van Gogh .
MONTPELLIER, A PERFECT FUSION OF TRADITION AND MODERNITY
The Place de la Comédie is the heart of the city, dividing the medieval quarter from the modern expansion. Wandering and getting lost in its surroundings is the best way to discover and enjoy old Montpellier: the Place Saint Roch , which boasts a spectacular trompe l’oeil mural on one of the surrounding facades; the magnificent Gothic Saint Pierre Cathedral ; or the Rue Foch, which leads to the triumphal arch built at the end of the 17th century to replace a city gate. Furthermore, Montpellier can boast of having the oldest medical school in the world and one of the most prestigious universities in France, where illustrious figures such as Nostradamus, Arnau de Vilanova, and Ramon Llull studied.
In the modern part of Montpellier, which brings the city closer to the sea, we find the famous Antigone district , designed by the recently deceased Ricardo Bofill . Other new areas of Montpellier include the futuristic Odysseum and Port Marianne , which stands out for two very unique projects: the RBC Design Center furniture and accessories store, by Jean Nouvel, and the magnificent and colossal city hall building, also designed by Nouvel and the local architect François Fontès.
A spectacular and comprehensive three-day getaway of a fun and cultural nature to discover and enjoy the south of Provence, one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of France.
MINIMUM GROUP SIZE 15 PEOPLE AND MAXIMUM 30
1. Departure from Barcelona by private coach (7:30 a.m.). Stop for breakfast during the journey.
2. Coach to Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. Walk around the city and free time for lunch.
3. Guided tour of Avignon and visit to the Palace of the Popes.
4. Coach to Montpellier and check-in at the hotel.
5. Free time for dinner. Sleep or go out for a drink
6. Breakfast at the hotel in Montpellier
7. Guided tour of Montpellier
8. Coach trip to Pont du Gard. Guided tour
9. Coach trip to Uzès. Guided walk and free time for lunch
10. Coach trip and visit to Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie and Lussan
11. Coach trip back to Montpellier and free time for dinner and drinks
12. Breakfast at the hotel in Montpellier
11. Free time for shopping
13. Coach trip to Arles and guided tour (including a visit to the Roman theater and amphitheater)
14. Coach trip to Nîmes. Free time for lunch. Guided tour (including a visit to the Maison Carrée and the Roman amphitheater)
15. Coach back to Barcelona, arriving around 9 p.m.
Enjoy Catalonia is a small, one-person, online travel agency created a few years ago by Toni Bellido Plans , a travel agent and official guide of the Generalitat (number 2811).
We offer dozens of guided tours in Barcelona , day trips around Catalonia with private coach and group trips around the rest of Spain, Portugal and France (private coach and/or High Speed Train).
We work with individuals , groups , companies, schools and all types of associations .
What is the profile of Enjoy Catalonia’s customers?
At Enjoy Catalonia we have participants of very diverse ages, profiles and origins (depending on the type of tour and trip), but mostly they are people over 40 years old and predominantly women.
We also work with tourists (we offer nearly a hundred tours in Barcelona and excursions throughout the country in several languages), associations, retirees, schools and national and foreign companies.
For overnight stays, Enjoy Catalonia works with AXA , specialists in Travel Insurance:
1- Travel Medical Assistance Insurance (included in the price of ALL trips):
For all our multi-day trips, weekends and long weekends, we have included travel insurance in the price that covers medical assistance and other possible incidents occurring DURING the trip.
This health insurance does not cover cancellation costs incurred BEFORE departure, regardless of the reason.
2- Extra Travel Cancellation Insurance and Superior Coverage (not included in the price):
Extra cancellation insurance allows you to feel more secure when booking a trip.
To avoid any issues BEFORE a trip, we recommend purchasing extra cancellation insurance that covers unforeseen serious illness (not pre-existing), personal accident, hospitalization, death of a family member or incident occurring before departure, according to the policy conditions.
Important:
Insurance policies do not cover cancellation without a valid medical reason. They also do not cover nervous, psychological, mental, depressive, anxiety, or other illnesses, with or without hospitalization, as well as chronic or pre-existing conditions.
If you wish to purchase cancellation insurance, Enjoy Catalonia recommends: Escapada Plus :
It covers trip cancellations up to €600 and offers health guarantees and cancellation coverage, such as: cancellation due to health reasons of the insured or a family member, serious illness, accident or death.
Important:
Cancellation insurance does not cover voluntary withdrawal (not attending the trip without a justified reason). It also does not cover pre-existing or known illnesses of the insured, including nervous, psychological, mental, depressive, anxiety, etc., conditions, with or without hospitalization.
How and when should I purchase insurance?
All these insurance policies must be purchased and paid for when making the initial booking of the trip (and not later) and have a waiting period of 72 hours.
In the event of a contract, Enjoy Catalonia is only an intermediary in the contracting of insurance, the contractual relationship being between the insurer and the person participating in the trip, who will manage any possible procedures directly with the insurance company.
What should I do if I need to cancel a trip and I have cancellation insurance?
It is important to note that in this case, Enjoy Catalonia is only an intermediary in the insurance contracting process. The contractual relationship is between the insurer and the traveler, who will handle any necessary procedures directly with the insurance company. Enjoy Catalonia does not manage the procedures between the traveler and the insurer.
If you need to cancel your trip before it begins or interrupt it for one of the reasons covered by the policy, you must first contact us to inform us of the cancellation. We will then provide you with the invoices you will need to submit to AXA (sales invoice and trip cancellation invoice).
Once you have prepared the documentation that proves the reason for the cancellation of the trip (medical certificates, expert reports, invoices, etc.), you must contact AXA and send all the documentation by email.
Enjoy Catalonia’s cultural activities, excursions, and trips are active and require a normal, healthy physical condition that allows walking, strolling, standing for a while, climbing stairs, etc.
The activities are not suitable for People with Reduced Mobility (PRM) and, at the same time, it is required that the participants do not have any impairment in their personal mobility, do not suffer from any self-limiting illness (vertigo, cardiorespiratory conditions, etc.) and/or limit the normal development of a group activity, and/or require special attention from the guides of Enjoy Catalonia.
Nature-themed trips are at an accessible and moderate level, suitable for anyone accustomed to walking, strolling, and hiking. They are easy and pleasant walks through the mountains and natural parks. They have no competitive or sporting elements, but are not suitable for people with reduced mobility (PRM ).
No difficult or dangerous activities are involved; it’s simply walking and strolling along trails and through forests to enjoy nature and the scenery . These walks and strolls are complemented by visits and explanations of art, history, the environment, geography, and other topics.
If you have any doubts or questions about your physical condition, please contact us so we can assess your personal situation and find the best option for you.
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package tour within the meaning of the Consolidated Text of the General Law for the Defense of Consumers and Users and other complementary laws, approved by Royal Legislative Decree 1/2007, of November 16 ( link to the Royal Legislative Decree ).
Therefore, you will enjoy all the rights applicable to package holidays under European Union law . ENJOY CATALONIA will be fully responsible for the proper execution of the package holiday as a whole.
Furthermore, as required by law, the company ENJOY CATALONIA is covered by a guarantee to reimburse payments made and, if transport is included in the trip, to ensure its repatriation in case of insolvency.
Main rights under the Consolidated Text of the General Law for the Defense of Consumers and Users:
If the organizer or retailer becomes insolvent, payments will be refunded . In the event of insolvency of the organizer or, where applicable, the retailer after the start of the package tour, and if it includes transportation, repatriation of travelers will be guaranteed. ENJOY CATALONIA has taken out an insolvency protection guarantee with AXA . If services are refused due to the insolvency of ENJOY CATALONIA, travelers may contact AXA or, where applicable, the relevant authority.
The terms and conditions are those currently in force according to the regulations governing package travel in Catalonia. Registration, whether in person, online, by telephone, or by other means, implies full acceptance of each and every section of this information and of the detailed programs and regulations for each trip or departure.
Cancellation and Change Policy for Trips (2 or more days)
Specific conditions for group travel:
Our group package tours are subject to special economic conditions .
The reason is the various prepayments required for group bookings (flights, transportation, hotels, guides, tours, etc.) with special prices and payment terms. Any cancellation by one participant affects and jeopardizes the bookings and payments made for the entire group.
Therefore, we recommend purchasing the optional EXTRA cancellation insurance to prevent any unforeseen incidents or illnesses (yours or your family’s) before a trip.
When a participant cancels a trip due to voluntary withdrawal or for reasons not covered by the optional cancellation insurance, the following expenses apply:
1.- Cancellation fees:
The deposit or down payment is non-refundable .
Furthermore, in all cases, the client must assume the costs of services prepaid by the agency, duly justified, such as plane, boat or train tickets, hotel reservations, coaches, etc.
It should be noted that under no circumstances is it possible to refund the amount of issued tickets for flights, ships, trains and similar services.
2.- Penalty expenses:
3. Management expenses:
Any cancellation or modification of a reservation incurs a management fee of €50 .
All changes and cancellations must always be made in writing on a working day to:
info@enjoycatalonia.com
Note: We recommend purchasing EXTRA cancellation insurance to prevent any incident or illness (yours or your family’s) before a trip, especially if you have elderly relatives.
Cancellation insurance does not cover voluntary withdrawal (not attending the trip without a justified medical reason). It also does not cover nervous, psychological, mental, depressive, anxiety, or other pre-existing conditions, with or without hospitalization.
Cancellation and Change Conditions for Excursions, Visits and Outings (1 day):
The amount paid for day trips and cultural visits is non-refundable .
Cancellations made within 7 days prior to departure or failure to show up at the departure time do not entitle you to any refund or reimbursement, whatever the reason.
Shows, concerts, restaurants and certain exclusive tours may have special cancellation conditions which will be indicated in the corresponding program.
Important:
All cancellations must always be made in writing on a working day to: info@enjoycatalonia.com
In accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR) and Organic Law 3/2018 of 5 December on the Protection of Personal Data and Guarantee of Digital Rights, which adapts the Regulation to the Spanish legal system and completes and develops its provisions, the client accepts that the personal data he/she provides, as well as those that may be provided in the future for the same purpose, may be collected and processed by Toni Bellido Plans (Enjoy Catalonia).
This data has been collected for the purpose of managing and developing the set of services stipulated with the client, being necessary to fulfill these purposes.
The interested party may exercise the rights recognized in the GDPR and, in particular, the rights of access, limitation, rectification, erasure, opposition or right to be forgotten, by means of a written communication which may be sent to the registered office of the Agency at the address indicated, with the reference “Data Protection”.
Communication and data transfer
The Agency informs you that, depending on the payment method for the services, the data included in this file (Name, CIF/NIF, Account No.) will be communicated to the Financial Entities (Banks and Savings Banks) with which the Agency works, solely for the purpose of managing transfers, collections and payments derived from the commercial relationship and the use of our services.
For the management and fulfillment of the purpose of the contract, it may be necessary (and mandatory for the provision of the service) that your data (including information on allergies, food intolerances, disabilities, etc.) must be communicated to suppliers such as airlines, shipping companies, hotels and other service providers, who will be obliged to use the data solely and exclusively to fulfill the purpose of the contract.
These providers, depending on the destination country of your trip, may be located in countries for which it is necessary to carry out an international transfer of data, including, where applicable, those that do not offer a level of protection comparable to that required by the EU, thus being considered an international transfer of data expressly authorized by the interested party.
Data retention
We will keep your personal information while there is a contractual and/or commercial relationship with you, or until you exercise your right to erasure, cancellation and/or limitation of the processing of your data.
We will also retain your data solely for legal compliance purposes for a maximum of 10 years from the termination of the contract, if due to the characteristics of the trip it is affected by Law 10/2010, of April 28, on the prevention of money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
Any additional information you provide (e.g., dietary preferences, possible intolerances, etc.) will be deleted from our systems once the service or trip is completed.
Royal Decree 933/2021
In accordance with the provisions of Royal Decree 933/2021, of October 26, which establishes the documentary registration and information obligations of natural or legal persons who contract accommodation and motor vehicle rental activities, the data collected in application of said regulations may be accessible to the police and public authorities in the exercise of their respective powers in the field of prevention, detection and investigation of crime that they have assigned.
Personal data collected under the aforementioned regulation will not be communicated to third parties, except by legal obligation or judicial request.
Specific seats are not reserved on buses, trains, planes, and other means of transport, so that each participant (on a first-come, first-served basis) can sit freely with their friends or acquaintances. Each person selects their seat as they board the vehicle.
People and couples traveling together or sharing a hotel room have priority for sharing a row of seats.
Seats remain assigned throughout the journey, except by mutual agreement between passengers. Smoking and eating are not permitted inside the vehicles and coaches. Seat belts must be worn at all times.
Participants are reminded of the summary of the current regulations on seating in coaches:
All participants are kindly requested to give up their seats if a couple or group of friends are left without a seat on the coach, in order to make the trip a pleasant experience for everyone.
Participants accept and agree to comply with all regulations indicated here and all additional instructions from the guides during activities and trips, which are always taken for the benefit of the safety and organization of the entire group.
It is very important to comply with all schedules and regulations established by the guides for the various activities. Out of respect for the other participants in the group, everyone must be strictly punctual , both for departure times and during stops and visits.
Participants must respect the guides and other members of the group, as well as maintain a behavior and attitude that does not harm the normal development of the trip and activities.
A serious breach of these duties entitles the organization to terminate and cancel the contract for a package tour , or to remove the participant from a specific activity.
The agency reserves the right of admission under the following conditions approved by the Consumer Department of the Generalitat of Catalonia:
A) The agency may refuse registration and booking of a trip, activity and/or excursion to those persons:
B) The agency may expel from the trip/activity/excursion any person whose actions disrupt its normal course, as well as the safety and/or harmony of the group. Grounds for expulsion include:
In the event of expulsion from the trip, the agency will arrange the client’s return to the starting point of the trip , without the client having any right to compensation.
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