Discover the sites of south-east France registered as world heritage sites by UNESCO. This unusual tour from Lyon to Avignon via the Chauvet Cave 2 and the Pont du Gard. There is a fully qualified guide for this tour!
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Day 1: Lyon
Old Lyon and its secret pathways (“traboules” in French). This has long been a preserved area of France. Your guide will reveal secrets and anecdotes that have given this historic district its reputation, registered by the UNESCO world heritage.
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Day 2: The Chauvet Cave 2
Discover the fabulous bestiary of the Chauvet Cave 2 dating from 36,000 years ago: hundreds of animals drawn on the spot, hunting, running or clashing. It is the largest decorated cavity replica in the world. It restores the 8500 m² of masterpieces of the Chauvet cave on 3000 m² of routes.
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Day 3: The Pont du Gard
Discover the beautiful winding road through the Ardèche canyon. Overlooking the valley, this road follows the course of the river and therefore enables you to discover the beautiful untouched nature of this region.
The Pont du Gard: a UNESCO world heritage site; come and discover the history of this huge monument and gate and its majestic arches.
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Day 4: Avignon
A guided tour of the Popes’ Palace, one of the most renowned gothic palaces in the world, and a walk on the Pont St Bénézet.