Perched Villages

This is your opportunity to discover and explore – for 5 hours- one of the most beautiful and incredible Greek towns in Greece. Lindos, is an attractive, atmospheric old village perched on a steep cliff side mountain. It overlooks some of the most beautiful beaches and seas in Greece. All the houses are white with blue and colourful flowers are everywhere. Walk through then labyrinth of little streets in a whitewashed village and explore the many stores and shops. The restaurants and bars are worthy of a multi-day visit and the people are friendly and welcoming. Winding your way through narrow streets up to the castle or lazing on the beach and then sipping a wine and enjoying delicious Greek cuisine in the many rooftop restaurants with fabulous views over the village and the Aegean sea. You can make also, a donkey ride which is very popular, up to the ruins and looked down onto the most breathtaking view over the sea and St. Paul's Bay. It's really worthing going to Lindos.

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Departure to Carthage, founded by the Phoenicians in 814 BC. The earliest settlements of Punic Carthage can sill be seen on Byrsa Hill, just below the renowed Carthage National Museum. Although destroyed by the Romans in 146BC and later built over by them, recent excavation has revealed the foundations of five-story Punic houses, each with its own cistern and drainage system. The most remarkable early remains are the two basins of the Punic Ports, an evidence of the Carthaginian’ mastery of the sea, which fascinated and frustrated the Romans. Another important site of pre-roman Carthage is the Tophet. Sidi Bou said: Perched high atop of a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean, this picturesque village is a delightful place for a leisurely stroll through winding cobbled streets. Its trademark white walls, contrasting sky blue doors and ornate window grids, make for a wonderfully inspiring setting. Wander around the boutiques for souvenirs or relax at a cliff-side Moorish café.

Photographers and fans of Peter Mayle’s books love this tour which highlights the natural beauty of Provence’s landscape and delightful villages! On this half-day trip Gordana will share all the best photo spots for views of Abbaye de Senanque and scenic Gordes and will offer specific suggestions for seeing the lovely spring at Fontaine de Vaucluse and the incredible perched village of Roussillon. Special stops at lavender fields (during blooming season only) and at the Gordes market (Tuesday mornings) or Roussillon market (Thursday mornings).

Explore picturesque medieval villages deep in the Provençal countryside on this tour through the Luberon region from Marseille. Travel by minivan with your guide to the Luberon villages of Fontaine de Vaucluse, l'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Lourmarin and Gordes (photo stop only). Wander through the bustling open-air markets of Roussillon and other places(depends of the day of the week) and perhaps browse the stalls for souvenirs. Learn how lavender — the symbol of Provence — is transformed into luxurious essential oils and beauty products and, from mid-June to mid-July, make a photo stop at Sénanque Abbey to admire Provence’s beautiful lavender fields in full bloom.

Visit Grasse, a city of perfumes since the 17th century, today the world capital of perfumery. It is also called the “capital of flowers and perfumes” where you are offered a visit of the Fragonard perfume factory. Discover Gourdon, the village perched as an eagle’s nest on the top of a rocky spur at 760 meters above sea level offers a magnificent panorama. It's an open balcony on the Gorges du Loup and the Mediterranean. Admire Tourrettes-sur-Loup, a charming medieval village perched on a rocky spur. It is called “City of Violets” because it is the only village in France where this flower is grown as a single or main plant. Enjoy the visit of St Paul de Vence. Painters, writers, musicians, film-makers came to Saint-Paul de Vence from all over the world to enjoy this “little terrestrial paradise”, play petanque, dedicate themselves to the arts and to make Saint-Paul de Vence a myth.

Departure to Sidi Bou said: Perched high atop of a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean, this picturesque village is a delightful place for a leisurely stroll through winding cobbled streets. Its trademark white walls, contrasting sky blue doors and ornate window grids, make for a wonderfully inspiring setting. Wander around the boutiques for souvenirs or relax at a cliff-side Moorish café. Continue to the Medina (~18km, 20 Minutes drive, the heart of historic Tunis) one of the best preserved Islamic cities in the world. Walk through the meandering streets, viewing the architecture of some residential quarter, as well as the activity and excitement of the souks. Also see the great Mosque of Djamaa-ez-Zitouna, walking through Souk Echaouchia (Traditional cap makers market) and Souk El Attarine (Perfume market).

During this magnificent tour we’ll travel through one of the amazing parts of French Rivera to explore Eze Village, La Turbie, Monaco and Monte Carlo! Our first stop will be at the medieval village Eze, located at an altitude of 429 above sea with its dramatic location, curious exotic gardens, great history and fine art. Then we'll pass medieval village La Turbie to reach glories Monaco and Monte Carlo.

Visit hilltop stones and perched villages of the Luberon, typical Provencal countryside. Walk along the beautiful colored villages, white stone houses in Gordes, red houses and ochre textures in Roussillon. You will stop among the lavender fields in summer (from June 15th to July 31st).

Choose a local driver living in the heart of the Luberon in Lacoste to visit the most beautiful villages of the Luberon. This private and tailor-made excursion allows you to design your unforgettable day in Provence! Aboard our air-conditioned vehicles for a day with family or friends, do not hesitate to contact us to find out more about this experience in the Luberon.

Enjoy a full-day trip from Marrakech to the Imlil Valley, nestled high in the Atlas Mountains. See Berber villages along the way with a trekking guide and be on the lookout for native wildlife

Fantastic jeep adventure between history and culture Madonita through mixed off-road routes and mountain roads, we will visit the village of Pollina and Castelbuono.We will cross the park admiring wild animals and breathtaking landscapes in the wildest Sicily. Arrive at the village of Pollina perched on a rocky mountain at about 1000m, we will take a nice walk through its small and ancient medieval streets to get to the pink theater of Greek reproduction.From here you can enjoy a unique view of the Madonie Park and the Aeolian Islands.Our adventure continues, on off-road routes, in the direction of the canyons of Val Demone among ancient olive trees to reach the village of Castelbuono where we will have a small tasting of Fiasconaro panettone and tour inside the village with Sicilian street-food lunch or picnic in the woods at the foot of Pizzo Carbonara. Return to Cefalu descending among the wonderful vineyards of Santanastasia Abbey.

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime morning in Santorini by experiencing a walk along the island’s most scenic trail! Wander through some of the most charming Caldera-perched whitewashed villages, sample local foods and drinks as locals love to do in the morning, and create some of your most striking Instagram stories ever! • Pass through the cliff-hanging whitewashed villages of Imerovigli, Firostefani and Fira • Snap some of your best photos ever with the dramatic Caldera’s cliffs & Santorini’s volcano • Sip a fresh-brewed Greek coffee in a traditional kafeneion • Sample tasty Greek mezedes (tapas) & quench your thirst with a cold local beer • Visit one of Santorini’s oldest pastry shops & taste a delicious organic ice cream • Hear stories about once-thriving civilizations, the Lost Atlantis, conquerors, and fortified ghost towns • Explore away from tourist hordes by visiting a well-balanced mix of popular spots and can’t-miss hidden gems with us

Luberon Regional Park Visit the different small villages of Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Roussillon, Gordes, Fontaine de Vaucluse, A good mix of small villages perched on top of cliffs as well as typical Provencal villages Depending of the day, possibilities to spend time in different markets Lourmarin: Friday Roussillon: Thursday Gordes: Tuesday Transportation: Private guide with Air-conditioned Mercedes van up to 8 persons Hotel pick up OR Aix en Provence Tourism Office OR Marseille Cruise Terminal

Discover the beauty of the principality of Monaco, Monte-Carlo and the médieval village of Eze on a full-day excursion with a professional local guide aboard a comfortable and recent vehicle who will pick you up from your accommodation. All the programs of our private tours can be modified according to your wishes, do not hesitate to organize your day with your guide and ask him for suggestions. On the way to Monaco & Monte-Carlo by the Moyenne Corniche, stop at the breathtaking. Discover the incredible medieval village of Eze and its Exotique Garden located on the top of the village and offering one of the best view on the French Riviera. You will have the opportunity if you wish to visit the perfume factory in Eze, wich is an important octivité from the South of France. Enjoy the glamor and luxury of the principality of Monaco and Monte-Carlo with its famous Place du Casino, its luxury and sports vehicles and its designer boutiques

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure through Catalonia’s medieval heartlands on this exclusive small-group tour (max 8 people). Start in Girona, where the Barri Vell enchants with cobblestone streets and colorful riverfront houses. Marvel at the Girona Cathedral, cross the Eiffel Bridge, and discover the secrets of the Jewish Quarter. Next, step back in time in Besalú, with its stunning Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvià. Delve into the past at the Monastery of Sant Pere and the ancient Jewish Quarter with its rare 12th-century mikvah. Enjoy the charm of picturesque squares and lively medieval festivals. Finish in Castellfollit de la Roca, perched on a breathtaking basalt cliff. Wander narrow streets, admire the Sant Salvador Church, and take in panoramic views over the rivers.

Kompong Phluk Floating Village is a permanent village opposed to floating, And it's about 25 kilometers east of Chong Khneas. Here is a much better option for you to visit a village on the lake. Kompong Phluk is accessible by boat only. Kompong Phluk is a relatively small village that provides very good insight into the village lifestyle of the Tonle Sap. This village exists almost exclusively on fishing and related activities. Houses are built on stilts up to 10 m high, and the village is surrounded by flooded forest.

Drive along the East side of the French Riviera. You will be able to see the beauty of Monaco. Eze Village is such an amazing place between mountain and sea with a lot of history and art galleries. Visit Grasse, the world capital of fragrance and the Fragonard industry, the perfume industry full of history. Reach the perched villages of Gourdon (ranked one of the most beautiful perched villages of France) and St Paul de Vence, where lots of artists like Picasso or Matisse have lived.

In a quiet environment a few minutes from the capital, we have for you a great selection of the best villages near Sintra to visit. The fact that these villages continue to have unusual life habits, they recreate the way of life of our ancestors, preserved through smells, colors and traces, on the traditional architecture of the Saloia Region. Visit the charming Azenhas do Mar, a village that has become one of the most famous Portuguese tourist postcards. Discover the village of Penedo, perched high on a hillside still conserves some houses of old trait. It allows its visitors to walk along its steep and winding streets and alleys. It is a treasure of the traditional architecture of the saloia region. Visit secret villages where the feeling is to be in an open-air museum, where the way of life of our ancestors is preserved through smells, colors and traditions. Walk through time at the Typical Village of José Franco, and get to know a local men´s dream.

Volterra is a perfect destination for a day trip when you are in Tuscany. Together with our expert guide you can visit the history and anecdotes of this medieval village. Walking inside the walls of Volterra perched on a hill is like stepping back in time, between towers and alleys that seem magical. Volterra is a fascinating village rich in history, it can be said that it is perfectly preserved. We are waiting for you for this private tour.