Itinerary Planning
Two-Day September Tour 2017
""Thank you so much, Emily, for two wonderful days exploring the Luberon region and Cassis. You were a wealth of information, and we learned so much from you. Our picnic outside of Gordes was delightful! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect guide. We highly recommend you to anyone seeking an authentic cultural experience when in Provence."
Jayne & Steve Pettler, Prince George, Virginia"
Lavender Tour July 2018
""We recently returned from France and wish to leave a few comments on our experience.
At the top of my bucket list is a visit to Provence France. My husband and I are not world travelers and were somewhat hesitant about this trip, we were anxious about almost everything, the language, the travel and the fact that we were in a foreign country. Despite all these concerns we bite the bullet and decided to go for it. We booked a package with My Private Provence.
Much to our surprise and delig…"
June Private Week-long Tour
""We just returned from a fantastic week in Provence with Emily Durand. The entire 7 days exceeded our expectations. Emily wowed us each day with visits to interesting historic sights, unique villages, beautiful views, museums, outdoor markets, and also personal discussions with individual owners of winery’s, B&Bs, lavender growers and distillers. If you want a truly meaningful Provence experience, contact Emily for a personalized tour."
Bob & Terrie, New Jersey"
May 2018 4-day private tour
""After an amazing experience as a solo traveler on Your Private Provence’s Group Lavender Tour, ten months later I booked a private tour for my husband and me to see the poppies. Emily is warm, knowledgeable and flexible. We always felt safe and comfortable. Her recommendations for accommodations and restaurants were perfect. The itinerary on this second trip was completely different than the first trip…markets, hikes, wineries, picnics in fields of wildflowers, everything we asked for and…"
May 2018 3-day private tour
""Dear Emily,
The moment you returned my inquiry, your response was swift, professional and warm, a cut above and refreshingly reliable!
You provided us with a jeweled itinerary, nuggets of different rich landscapes, the unknown history which made the 'to do' landmarks interesting and fun. The hiking to discover the history, the flora, was an absolute highlight, cycling along the canal, your organizing of epicurean dinners. Not to mention the accommodation you recommended, an insight into…"
Honeymoon in Provence Tour, April 2015
""Emily set-up an incredible getaway! We chose France for our honeymoon (I’ve been dreaming about Provence for years) and my husband stumbled upon Emily’s website. Wow, we are so happy we found her. After a Skype chat, we knew we made the right decision in going with Your Private Provence.
She was flexible, sweet, knowledgeable, and accommodating from the very start. In the beginning, we filled out a form so she could determine what kind of experience we were looking for: museum/history heavy…"
Poppy Madness Tour 2026
"Poppy Madness Tour 2026
This was my second trip with Emily ! Cannot wait for the third! Every detail was thoughtful, personal, and beautifully curated. Emily has a rare gift for creating experiences that make you feel less like a visitor and more like you’re truly living in Provence. From the charming villages to the unforgettable meals and peaceful countryside, everything felt authentic, effortless, and incredibly special.
Lysa King, California
From a cooking class to painting en plein ai…"
September 2018 2-day custom tour
""Hi, Emily I just wanted to thank you and let you know how pleased we were to meet you and were so impressed by the tour you took us on around Avignon! You were very warm and knowledgeable about the area and answered all of our questions. Your van was top of the line as well as your service!! I will not hesitate to recommend you to friends and family visiting the area!"
Connie Schuler – Alberta, Canada
"We had the best time with you on our tour of the Provence region! You planned out the…"
June 2018 Lavender & Cultural Tour
""Thank you, Emily, for all your help in arranging my trip and transporting me before and after the tour. Also, the tour was so special. I enjoyed it all. You are a great guide to all the special things, places, foods, and experiences in this area of Provence."
Diane Logon, Florida
"Our group consisted of six women and one very brave gentleman with of a wide range of ages, backgrounds, personalities, and abilities. We toured the historic Chateauneuf Du Pape. We visited a Winery, Ala…"
Christmas Cheer Tour 2023
"Christmas Cheer Tour 2023
The Christmas in Provence tour was absolutely wonderful. After traveling with you on the lavender tour several years ago, I knew the trip would be well planned and include delicious food, but I wasn't sure it could match those days among the beautiful lavender fields. Once the tour began, I quickly realized that the Christmas in Provence tour was going to be fabulous! The trip included such a diverse variety of historical and cultural activities in settings from lar…"