Top Provence Classes & Workshops

Treat yourself to a unique French cooking class set inside the famous Les Halles Market of Avignon. Under the guidance of a master chef, you’ll create a menu using ingredients from the market itself, and then cook them to eat for lunch. If eating (not cooking) is more your thing, you can select a tasting-only option that includes a market visit, samples, and a cooking demonstration by the chef.

Our petanque lessons are available every day, all year long. The tour last at least 2 hours. First we'll teach you, only in English, the rules of the game along with a brief history of the sport. Then you'll learn how to handle the ball, throw, shoot, score, and master the fine art of disputing. You'll play competitive games of petanque (with a glass of rosé in your hand, of course!). Your hosts will also have some homemade Pastis for sampling. We will present the winning team with a commemorative trophy during an aperitif with pastis, rosé, red wine and traditional homemade Provencal snacks (pasta, tapenade, mushroom and goat cheese).

Wouldn't it be fantastic to do an art workshop while visiting Provence? We offer a relaxing experience in an authentic and beautiful village, with a qualified teacher who is also a practicing artist. Jean-Louis has degrees in both fine art (BA Fine Art) and teaching (Dip Ed, Art) and 30 years of experience teaching art to all ages - so you can be confident that you will receive expert tuition. We never need to go very far and most sessions are en plein-air, reached by foot, somewhere in or around the village. Being an historical and beautiful village Jouques offers many aspects that are inspirational for any artist. Our workshops can be customised to individual requirements and small groups. We also offer lovely accommodation, see 'Provence village experience' for bookings. Jouques is an easy 45 minute bus ride from Aix-en-Provence, or a 30 minute journey by car.

This motorcycle activity is very quiet for the neighborhood, the electric motor does not release any exhaust gas, you will feel nature: lavender, thyme, rosemary while driving a silent motorcycle, we will discuss on the course while driving, Jerome delair patented motorcycle you will animate the activity while respecting the safety rules. a beautiful change of scenery awaits you, cliffs, canyons, circuits, single, rocks ... Just madness

Take off from Aix-en-Provence to visit Moustiers Ste-Marie and Manosque on this 9-hour tour. Along the way, visit remarkable sights, such as Verdon Gorge (Gorges du Verdon), Lake of Ste-Croix, and Notre Dame de Lorette. Plus make a stop to tour the high-end cosmetics company, L'Occitane’s factory.

Saturate yourself in the aromatic fields of lavender in Provence on this guided tour from Aix-en-Provence. Choose between a morning, afternoon or full-day tour and then set out with your guide to wander around the violet-colored fields. Learn about the history of lavender production in the area, wander around a lavender farm and take some time to pose for pics in the middle of a lavender field.

See the best of beautiful, medieval Avignon on this 3-hour walking tour with skip-the-line access to Popes’ Palace. Learn the history of this exquisite UNESCO-listed city with ancient Roman roots and celebrity as the 14th-century seat of the Papacy. Admire hilltop views of the Rhône River, breeze into Popes’ Palace to tour the ornate chambers and chapels, and enjoy a glass of Côtes du Rhône wine near the Place de l’Horloge.

Beaumes de Venise, wine tasting Vacqueyras, wine tasting Châteauneuf du Pape, wine tasting, point of view and visit of the village

Be inspired by Van Gogh’s Provence on this 5-hour small-group tour from Avignon and learn how the region’s extraordinary light affected his work. See the real-life locations depicted in Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night Over the Rhone’ and ‘Café Terrace’ as you explore historic Arles, then visit Saint Rémy de Provence where the troubled artist was hospitalized for over a year. Finally, see works by Van Gogh and other iconic artists at the unique Carrières de Lumières, a multimedia art installation housed in an old quarry.

Discover the highlights of Avignon’s UNESCO-listed Old Town in just half a day: this private tour offers the perfect introduction to the city. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and set off on foot. You’ll discover the Palais des Papes (a centuries-old, fortified papal palace), the Pont d’Avignon (the city’s iconic bridge), Les Halles (its bustling, historical marketplace), and more. As you go, learn the secrets behind the sights from your guide.

Discover, during a workshop, the art and secrets of blending the different emblematic grape varieties of the southern Rhône valley. You will make your own wine from the samples provided to you. Immerse yourself in our oenologist's workshop during this workshop, discover the purpose of a blend and make your own personalized cuvée.

15 years ago Jamie Ivey was working as a lawyer in London when he came up with the idea for an extra-ordinary book – Extremely Pale Rosé, The Hunt for the Palest Rosé in France. A wine loving literary agent thought the idea had longer legs than a vintage burgundy. Jamie and his wife quit their jobs and headed into the unknown. The subsequent book went on to win the Gourmand Award Book of the Year on French wine and to be published worldwide including, American, Australian, Chinese, Polish, and Dutch editions. Peter Mayle, the Author of a Year in Provence kindly commented “At last a man who takes his rosé seriously enough to write a delightful book about it.” After Extremely Pale Rosé Jamie went on to write two more books on pink wine, one on truffles and a Guide Book on Provence. If you love rosé and you love Provence then a wine tasting with Jamie, is an unforgettable experience.

Wine guide for 20 years and passionate about wine. I lived and worked in Châteauneuf du Pape as well as other southern Rhône like Vacqueyras. I am looking forward to sharing with you the charm and specificity of the Southern Rhône Valley wine and scenery. In depth presentation of the Rhône Valley, its appellations: Crus, Côtes du Rhône Village, Côtes du Rhone. The Terroir, viticulture, winemaking and history

We motivate our customers to grow and have fun together by cooking their own foods in the comfort of their own homes. In our 2-hour interactive workshop, you'll connect to the internet and cook on your own, while following the chef's instructions in real time. Workshop type: live, using the ZOOM application Interactive workshop: the participants, by connecting from the ZOOM application, cooked their own menu (or dessert) following the chef's instructions. List of materials and ingredients to be provided: These will be available online, so that participants can purchase them in advance.

You are invited to visit the Meraki workshop where the experience will take place. Before we begin we will talk about the basic principles of binding, materials and features of tools. Then you would be invited to choose the handmade paper for the cover of your notebook, as well as the color of the thread and other details. You will be accompanied throughout your DIY experience to have as a result a beautiful book of Japanese technique done by yourself. At the end of the workshop we will be able to stroll to the district of the creators of Cours Julien. The workshop is suitable for children who are used to handling scissors and must be accompanied by an adult.

Explanation for the use of saffron in cooking. Cooking recipes provided with the purchase of saffron.

You want to learn French basics or refresh the French you already know with a qualified French speaker instructor? This tailor made French Conversation class is perfect for you ! If you're a beginner, I will teach you the basics of the French language in a fun and relaxed way. I will also share with you some information about Marseille and the French culture that will be for sure helpful during your vacation time. If you already speak French, this class will allow you to improve your language skills to speak fluently with locals ! I will focus on the language and/or culture depending on your level and previous knowledge of the country. A great opportunity to combine French conversation with Marseille discovery in a fun atmosphere !

Treat yourself to a mixology workshop led by a seasoned barman, it is the guarantee to please all palates and to discover new talents. It's also an effective way to break the ice ... and mix up temperaments. A fun, interactive cocktail bar, also culinary if you wish, tailored for your team building events, for your stag / hen parties, for your private parties. You will love learning how to prepare delicious cocktails, while having a good time with your team, friends or family.

Don’t miss out on the prettiest purple fields in Provence because you don’t know where to go. This family-run lavender estate near Aix-en-Provence makes it easy for you with a self-guided tour that includes round-trip transport, a picnic or tasting banquet, and even a lavender workshop. Book online, and select your workshop when you get there. Welcome drinks and lavender goodies complete the experience.

Discover the mountain in a relaxed and different way, accompanied by seasoned professionals who are passionate about what they do. We offer you the most fun ski lessons with total transparency and personalised progress monitoring. Thanks to our application, discover the profile of your instructor before your lesson, consult the knowledge sheets to learn more about the resort and the mountain, and find all your photos and video memories at the end of the experience.

You will take a tour of the field, then you will choose to take either a picnic or a tasting banquet. Finally, we suggest that you learn a little more about lavender. In each workshop, you will: • Parfumerie is managed by a perfumer who will share her knowledge and offer to create her own perfume in a 50 ml bottle. • Creation of cocktails hosted by a private bartender who will share his knowledge and offer to create a cocktail.

Marseille: a very complex identity and a great diversity. It's a perfect subject for photography ... Whether you like landscapes, architecture, street photography, portraits or art, your eye will find its interest. I will assist you in the use of your device, its understanding, the composition of your photographs and other technical points. We will be able to choose our itinerary and our objects of attention in adaptation to your needs and the circumstances of the moment. I suggest you start from the camera and what makes you want to go to the future use of the cliché. There is nothing obligatory, few forbidden and a creation of the moment.

We propose you to live with us a real local activity: petanque! This ancestral game has become a real local sport. A "game of balls" is always followed by an aperitif: we will take it together in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you know how to play or not, the main thing is to spend a friendly moment around an ancient game! We will start the activity with a visit of the house of the ball, in the heart of the Basket, to get in the mood. After an explanation on the origin of the game and the place visited, we will launch hostilities a stone's throw away. It is on the Esplanade de la Major that together we will try the art of petanque. After an hour of intense play, it will be time for a well deserved local aperitif! Good humor and convivilaité will be the key words.

Auteur photographe et réalisateur cinéaste, je pratique la photo professionnelle depuis 25 ans. J’ai travaillé comme photographe-reporter pour des médias français et comme photographe culturel pour de grands musées et des sites archéologiques.. Mon approche personnelle dans la photo de rue est le fruit de mon expérience mêlée de technique de reporter et de cinéaste, qui me permet de singulariser chaque photo en animant l'instant unique tout en le cristallisant..