Itinerary Planning
September 2023 – 10-day private tour
"Emily was our guide and driver for 10 days during our private tour of Provence. There were 7 of us, all friends and we have traveled all over the world for the past 50 years. Our 10 days with Emily traveling all over Provence was perhaps the finest travel experience any of us have ever had. She completely embodies all of the qualities needed to take complete strangers and make them feel as if they are part of her family. She was so professional, knowledgeable, kind, caring and flexible as well…"
2019 Lavender Tour
""2019 Lavender Tour This tour exceeded all of my expectations! The small group size made it easy for us to get to know each other and each day was such a treat! Emily shared not only her love and knowledge of her adopted country but afforded us a glimpse into life in Provence. She introduced us to local chefs, farmers, and artisans and each was colorful and engaging and passionate about their chosen profession and excited to share with us. We visited beautiful villages and ate marvelous local f…"
May 2018 7-day custom tour
""What wonderful memories were made with four high school friends in Provence, thanks to our guide extraordinaire, Emily!
She planned and executed every detail, taking into consideration our personal requests, with flexibility that is impossible with
a large tour group. Our last night, while we were touring the Calanques in Cassis, Emily even prepared an alfresco poolside dinner for us. Many thanks and high recommendations to Emily, OUR Private Provence!
Emily, you allowed us to have e…"
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"
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"
June 2018 3-day custom tour
""We had a great trip with Emily and highly recommend her. Before we arrived, she had designed a lovely tour of Provence villages just for us. Attentive to our interests and needs, she crafted an adventure that was a highlight of a trip to France and Italy.
In several days, she introduced us to the history of these hill towns, the beauty of the rural landscape, and the feel of markets, twisty streets, churches, and Van Gogh’s world. Though we saw a good deal, she also made time for little mat…"
March 2023 – A Few Days in Provence
""We had the trip of a lifetime with Emily! She was friendly, fun, very knowledgeable, bilingual and a very safe driver. She took us to some of the most picturesque places in Provence and even accompanied me to the doctor’s office for an emergency, AND was my translator with the doctor! She went above and beyond! Her kindness and expertise were 5 stars. We did not want to rent a car because we didn’t know the roads and having her in the driver’s seat in her beautiful van made the journey stress-…"
Private Lavender Tour
"We spent almost a year planning our trip with Emily by email. She was patient and thorough guiding us in creating a truly personalized tour. From amazing lodging, brocantes, lavender sites, hikes, historical sites, vineyards and top restaurants, we had the perfect vacation! This may sound unusual to say, but Emily moved each day at a great pace, neither were we hurried nor were we late to any reservation. We especially enjoyed our conversations with Emily as we traveled along the narrow Luberon…"
June 2018 3-day private tour
""The beautiful, relaxed culture of Provence makes it an ideal vacation spot for first-time guests and return visitors alike.
As a return visitor, I reached out to Emily to see some of the hidden treasures I was on unable to see during my first visit. She asked me what I enjoyed, what I wanted to see most, and how I’d like to spend my time. From there, she tailored an itinerary specific to me.
She was able to encompass all I requested and made excellent suggestions! I had an incredible tim…"
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…"