Chauffeur & Day Tours
Lavender Lifestyle Tour
"To say our tour with Emily was perfect would be an understatement. The amount of thought and preparation Emily puts into her tours is astounding. Her easy going nature and good humor sets the tone for a group dynamic that is relaxed and fun. Each experience and meal lived up to the description and left us feeling as though we truly experienced "real provence." Not to mention Emily's transportation and interpretation services alone made the tour worth it. We will definitely return!
Cristi &…"
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…"
4-Day Private Tour, May 2021
""Despite being a frequent traveler, I am not a usual writer of reviews. But this case, deserves one. My wife and myself just spent 5 days in French Provence. This trip was our first to this gorgeous part of France. We were suggested various tour operators. Finally chose the person I will describe for the speed and care she devoted during the pre-engagement phase, very different from the others.
If you are looking to visit the region and wanting a guide that really knows the place and its int…"
May 2017 3-Day Tour in Provence
""Emily was our favorite guide during our 2 weeks in France. She was so personable, taking us to favorite places and making Provence come alive. We loved our vineyard picnic, our tour in Arles, wine tastings, lunch at La Madison de la Truffe, and visits to local villages and markets.
Wonderful memories for my daughter and I thanks to her special care!"
Marcia & Terri Hannig, Colorado"
High Provence Lavender Lifestyle Tour
"This is my third tour with Emily, so that alone says a lot.
The itinerary is well organized and offers unique experiences. There is the right balance of activity and free time. Best of all the tours are fun! You will laugh hard and eat well!!
Eleanor Nazha, New York"
10-Day Road Trip through all of Provence, 2021 – Hiking tour everyday!
""Our guided trip with Emily was different from the typical tour of Provence. We wanted the trip to mostly involve hiking, but still give us an opportunity to spend some time in small villages. Each day we hiked somewhere and in the evening we were on our own to explore the various towns we stayed in. Provence is a wonderful place to hike. In the north it looks similar to Colorado with exceptional scenery. Emily appeared to know every trail. We avoided the 'tourist' areas, usually hiking withou…"
April Artist Tour 2022
""Emily worked with me to create a personalized one-week itinerary that went beyond our expectations. She handled all aspects of our trip with a professional , low-key manner. The hotels were outstanding and dining was authentic. The luxury vehicle was very comfortable to travel in as well. Knowing we were a group of artist, she allowed time to see artistic points of interest. We plan on returning and will work with Emily again."
Maria Caprio-Sunta
"Emily was an amazing guide and…"
October small group tour
"Emily has an easy-going style that is friendly and accommodating. She delivered above expectation on all aspects of the tour, from market visits, accommodation, stops of interest, and restaurant choices. It was a positive and enjoyable way to see Provence for the first time.
Martha Gingerich, CA
The great sights and diverse immersive experiences that only a local will know better but not all can provide as well.
The flavorful good food and lovely lodgings reflective of the rustic charms of…"
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"
Private Tour
"Private tour September 2026
“Emily Durand is an absolute treasure! We arranged a one-week private tour prior to a double Viking River Cruise - Lyon, Provence and the Rhineland - to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Starting from Aix-en-Provence, Emily designed a tour that embraced the best of the region. I traveled extensively in France while living two years in Tours during college years. We had also roamed throughout Provence some 25 years ago before attending an “en plein air” painting worksh…"