Call to book01904 521 936
Tour Search
#Favourites

Arles

Boasting a beautifully-preserved historic centre, the city of Arles is home to one of Europe's best collections of Roman ruins - which have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status. Initially a Celtic city colonised by the Greeks, Arles became Roman after Julius Caesar distributed the land among some of his most faithful soldiers in 46 BC. This was the first golden age of the city, which then came to be known as "Little Rome in Gaul".

Having become a major religious centre during the early Christian period, the sought-after city was passed to the Kingdom of Burgundy in the 9th century. In 1032 it passed to the Holy Roman Empire, before becoming a part of France in 1481. Much of Arles city centre's street plan dates from about this time, as does a significant amount of the surviving architecture. Arles is still known as a major port on the Rhône, though nowadays visitors flock to the area to see the town's impressive Roman remains.

4 results matching: Escorted Rail Tours to Arles

Filters
Filter by
Clear All
Holiday type
Reset
Holiday length
Reset
Theme
Reset
Transport type
Reset
Additional options
Reset
Avignon, the Rhône & Provence
Small Group
Save up to £150pp
4.2 stars(74 reviews)
2023MayJunJulAugSepOct
7 days from
£1,495 pp
View Details
Save up to £150pp
7 days from
£1,495
per person
View Details
tour map
  • DestinationFrance
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationHotel
  • TransportRail, Coach
Map and accommodation
Premium Rhône Cruise
Save £250pp
4.6 stars(30 reviews)
2023JunJulAug
2024JunJulAug
8 days from
£2,095 pp
View Details
Save £250pp
8 days from
£2,095
per person
View Details
tour map
  • DestinationFrance
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationCruise
  • TransportRail, Cruise
Map and accommodation
Secrets of Provence
Small Group
New Lower Price
4.5 stars(22 reviews)
2023MayJulAug
7 days from
£2,595 pp £2,195 pp
View Details
New Lower Price
7 days from
£2,595
£2,195
per person
View Details
tour map
  • DestinationFrance
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
  • AccommodationCruise
  • TransportRail, Cruise
Map and accommodation
Premium Rhône Cruise
Save £250pp
2023JunJulAug
2024JunJulAug
8 days from
£1,895 pp £1,645 pp
View Details
Save £250pp
8 days from
£1,895
£1,645
per person
View Details
tour map
  • DestinationFrance
  • Starts / EndsLTN Luton, London Heathrow
  • AccommodationCruise
  • TransportFlight, Cruise
Map and accommodation
Our customers love our Arles tours
Avignon, the Rhône and Provence
27 Oct 2022
H Yesson
5 stars
“A very good tour exploring a beautiful part of France. Excellent tour manager and interesting day trips. The Novotel rooms were spacious and comfortable, and though there were occasional breakfast blips (how can a hotel allow itself to run out of standard black tea when it knows there are British guests staying?!), that did not mar the overall experience. My father had a lovely time too.
Collected by Trustpilot
Secrets of Provence by Barge
28 Sep 2022
Gillie
5 stars
“Wonderful holiday - staff on barge excellent. Food (except the meat) very French and delicious. Places interesting and unusual 'Course Camarguaise' (bulls in arena), olive oil making farm and Roman ruins (Arles) Transfer thro' Paris once again a shambles - Gt Rail need to sort this out - but ride in a Parisian taxi was much more exciting than a coach! More barge holidays will be booked!
Collected by Trustpilot
Provence and The Elegant Rhône (Rail and Cruise)
15 Sep 2022
David
5 stars
“Excellent. Trips out were good & the meals & service were equally good.
Collected by Trustpilot

Ancient activities

Among the many highlights celebrating Arles' rich history is the mighty Roman Arena, which would have seated about 20,000 people. It was partly converted into a castle in the Middle Ages but is still remarkably intact.

Van Gogh

The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles in 1888-1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time here. Today the Van Gogh Foundation is situated opposite the vast arena.

Latest articles from our journey blog