"The Popes Jews"

Jewish Provence

Many Jewish people know little about the Wise Jews of Provence. This is the tour to deep dive into Judaen traditions in the region.

Quick info

About this tour

✓ Private tour, max 8 guests
✓ Expert English-speaking guide
✓ Hotel pickup included
✓ Perfect for Jewish Families
✓ Free cancellation up to 30 days
✓ Flexible itinerary – you choose pace
✓ Money-back guarantee

Exceptional Service Guarenteed

Not happy with the tour? We're happy to refund you 100% of the money.

The Itinerary

what the day will look like

9:30 AM - Hotel Pickup From Marseille or Aix en Provence

We collect you from your hotel or accommodation in central Aix or Marseille. Settle into our comfortable, air-conditioned van as your guide shares what makes today special—and answers any questions about the rest of your Provence trip.

Driving time: 70 minutes

11:00 AM - Carpentras - Jewish Synagogue

We begin with Carpentras Synagogue, one of the oldest in Europe. Built in the middle ages, and now a museum, we will discover how the Jewish communities were treated throughout the Medieval Period in Provence.

1:00 PM - Isle Sur la Sorgue

Discover the Venice of Provence and one of the ghettos the Jewish people were forced to in live in.

Beautiful canals
Ancient water mills
Sunday antique markets

We walk around the town hearing stories of the Wise Jews of Provence from the 13th Century.

We stop for Lunch at a cool local bistro.

3:00 PM - Avignon OR Cavaillon

Our next stop is either Avignon or Carpentras (sadly we cant do both).

This towns hold some of the oldest still in use synagogues in Europe.

Can enter with enough anticipation (at least 30 days in advance of tour)
Discover the artisans of Jewish communties.
Stop for a coffee and ice cream.

Return to Aix listening to a podcast on the history of the wise jews of Provence

4:30 PM - Camp des milles

Stop off at the Camp where Jewish families were held for 2 years, often then taken to Autchwich.

Note this is an optional extra.

We drop you back off to where you began, leavign you a little wiser than you were in the morning.

What's Included

Included in Your Tour Price:

✓ Hotel or Cruise Pick Up
✓ Expert Guided Tours
✓ Entrance To Museum
✓ Snacks & Water
✓ AixTours Gift Bag
✓ Historic Guide on Jewish Heritage

Always happy to adjust

Want something included? Let our team know and we will be happy to customize the experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tour right for you?

Does the tour run everyday?

No, there are some days the Synagogue Museum is closed, depending on the seasons.

Who are the Jewish people of Provence?

Neither Ashkenazi nor Sephardic, a small tribe of influential Judaeans in what is now the South of France.

Can we get picked up from the port of Marseille?

This Tour Is For:

People of Jewish Faith / Heritage

An engaging Provence day tour designed for Jewish families.

Spiritually curious (religious or not)

Whether religious or not, this tour will open your eyes to Jewish Heritage. Be inspired the small but important community that have lived her for thousands of years.

First-Time Visitors to Provence

An ideal introduction to Provence that provides cultural context, local tips, and insider knowledge to enhance the rest of your trip.

Travelers with Limited Time

A time-efficient Provence day trip covering multiple iconic destinations in one seamless, stress-free experience.

This Tour Is Not For:

Guests with Severe Mobility Limitations

Not ideal for travelers requiring full wheelchair access.

What Our Guests Say About Their Day

Client Stories

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After You Book:

1. Instant confirmation email

2. WhatsApp contact with your guide

3. Reminder 48 hours before

4. Guide calls you morning of tour

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   Bryan .Durocher 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Benjamin provides a very entertaining and solid tour of downtown Aix. From the history to the markets and architecture he covers a lot of ground.
  
 
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   Sherri Underbrink 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivan’s gave a wonderful tour of Aix.  It was so interesting and full of history. Ivannna is very personable and we were able to ask all of our questions.
  
 
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   Patricia West 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivanna was so knowledgeable and gave us a tour full of fun and facts!
  
 
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   Celina Rotea 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had such a hard time deciding between the Historical City Walking Tour and the Market Walking Tour, ultimately deciding on the historical tour. About a week before, Ivanna reached out to ask if I was okay to start the tour earlier due to the forecast of extreme heat and combining the historical and market tours. I was so happy to say yes because it gave me the best of both worlds!

Ivanna was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly thoughtful. She sent a Google Maps pin for the meeting point, used a small picture book to help us visualize what Aix en Provence looked like in the past, and even included a fun trivia game in the cathedral. She answered all of my questions and shared recommendations for places to eat and explore.

When another tour I had booked was canceled because of the heat, I ended up booking a train to Avignon. When she found out, she took the time to suggest what I should see there too.

Our walking tour ended with a Polaroid photo at the Rotonde Fountain, which was such a thoughtful and personal souvenir she gave us with.

I highly recommend Ivanna and would happily book another tour with her if I am ever back in Aix en Provence!
  
 
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   Jennifer Knight 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivanna led an absolutely engaging well informed tour . I learned so much about history , architecture and entertaining stories about historical figures . She was very conscious of keeping us out of the sun .
I would highly recommend her tour !
  
 
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   EB Goodman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ivanna was a wonderful guide for our visit to Aix-en-Provence. She was very knowledgeable and effective at pointing out details that I’m sure we would have missed without her. We would recommend her to anyone visiting this region of France.
  
 
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   Ellyn Weisel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful tour!
  
 
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   Lawrence Rothenberg 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent, knowledgeable, and caring even on a very hot June day.
  
 
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   sherry dietz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This tour was fantastic. Although my husband and I had already spent a few days wandering around Aix En Provence, we couldn't put the fountains and beautiful architecture into context. Then the area came alive for us as Ivanna guided us through the same areas, giving us the history as well as many interesting anecdotes about the area and its inhabitants. The time flew by, and we agree that we were extremely fortunate to have gotten Ivanna as our guide.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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