Today started very boringly – coffee and a chocolate croissant while we spent anhour and a bit doing our washing at the local laundromat in Arles. Percy found the dryer riveting. We were up before most of the locals and the streets were very quiet.
We then were meant to catch the train for around 20 mins to Avignon, where our tour leader had arranged for us and the Canadian couple to go on a local tour of the Provence region. Unfortunately, the train timetables were incorrect (it being almost off season now) so we had to catch a taxi. Note to self: double check train timetables with the transit officers next time.
First, we stopped at Gordes, one of the most beautiful villages in France, famous for the architecture with dry stones and the astounding views over the countryside.
Then it was off to Les Baux de Provence, a village located upon a rock with much of its buildings actually carved straight out of the rock! I got some gorgeous jewellery here and presents for lucky people. The view was pretty spectacular as well.
Finally, we visited the famous site of the Pont du Gard, dated from the first century and now world heritage listed. This was an amazing and well preserved part of the Roman acqueduct which supplied water to Nîmes.
We then headed back to Arle and with our tour leader went for dinner at Chez Felix. The owner was very friendly and the food was brilliant…but most importantly, the view was unbeatable 🙂
Mel
P.S. Percy had a little too much red wine tonight…
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