2027

PROVENCE

THE EXPERIENCE

Renowned for its fragrant lavender, beautiful landscape, and artistic traditions, past and present, the South of France is not only home to renowned post-impressionists Paul Cézanne and Vincent Van Gogh but also incredible artisans whose creations include fragrance, textiles, and earthenware. The celebrated region of Provence is ideally suited for exploring the rich history of art, architecture, and design throughout the region from the medieval period to the present. And when we are not soaking up the sites and experiences au Provencal, lounge by the pool with a glass of local rose’ and your book! It will be both an exploration and a vacation!

Throughout this sun-filled journey, we will visit artist studios, artisan workshops, and markets to see hands-on production of painting, Indienne textiles, and other regional specialties, i.e., , lavender, chocolate and salt!

Impressionism, Architecture and Culture of Provence

June 15-21, 2027

$13,500 (cost based on 8 participants and is subject to change)

Proposed Highlights

  • Cezanne’s family home & the Saint Paul de Mausole asylum where Van Gogh sought refuge

  • The spectacular Chateau La Coste and its amazing contemporary art collection and pavilions by Pritzker prize winning architects, Tadao Ando, Frank Gehry and Renzo Piano

  • Fondation Lambert in Avignon

  • LUMA Foundation and Frank Gehry’s tower

  • Indienne textile workshop

  • Artist studios and village markets

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

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*Please note, the final itinerary will be sent 60 days prior to our departure.

To fully enjoy our time together you should be in good physical condition and comfortable with the following:

* guests should be able to walk or stand for several hours every day. We take breaks and have lunch but my trips involve a lot of walking. You must feel sure footed on cobbled streets and uneven pavements. If taxis are required due to physical limitations please understand this is the financial responsibility of the client.

* guests will have porter help with your luggage at hotels upon arrival and departure but should be able to manage your luggage until porters arrive which sometimes can mean getting your luggage to a central area of pick up.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • 7 nights in a five star hotel, single occupancy

  • Carefully selected restaurants for opening and closing dinners

  • All guided touring, museum entries, and cultural experiences

  • Transportation as it pertains to the itinerary

  • Assistance of expert local guides

  • Select curated lunches

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

  • International airfare to and from France, as well as any applicable visa fees, border charges, or local tourism taxes

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers

  • Premium beverages, such as cocktails, and additional wine

  • Optional excursions, personal purchases, and spa or wellness treatments

  • Gratuities for airport transfers, porters, and housekeeping staff

  • Required trip insurance

  • Expenses related to itinerary changes due to circumstances beyond our control, including flight delays, cancellations, or natural events

Meet The Art Expert

Jennie Hirsh (Ph.D., Bryn Mawr College) is Professor of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Maryland Institute College of Art. With postdoctoral fellowships at Princeton and Columbia universities as well as support from  the Fulbright Commission, the Mrs. Giles Whiting, and the Wolfsonian FIU, her research spans visual culture, critical theory, museum studies, and architectural history. For the past two decades, she has led bespoke tours featuring art, architecture, and design in Italy, France, and across the US, and delivers lectures and seminars on art, architecture, film, and design, offering sophisticated yet accessible insights into cultural history, curatorial practice, and place.

WHY TRAVEL TO PROVENCE WITH US?

  • Intimate Group Size – Limited to small groups for meaningful access and a relaxed, enriching pace

  • Beautifully Curated – Every stop, guide, and experience chosen for its authenticity and soul

  • Unmatched Access – Boutique style with insider perspective, far from the crowds

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