RSA Friends Holiday: South of France: Provence Art, Architecture & Cultural Heritage Journey

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the South of France. Based in Aix-en-Provence, this carefully curated journey offers an immersive exploration of Provence through contemporary art, architecture, landscape and cultural heritage. Guests will discover some of Southern France's most remarkable artistic destinations, from internationally renowned foundations and sculpture parks to unique private collections, architectural landmarks and historic villages. 

Highlights include visits to: Château La Coste, a celebrated destination of contemporary art, architecture and viticulture. La Ribaute, the extraordinary artistic environment created by internationally renowned artist Anselm Kiefer HRSA. Fondation Maeght, one of France's most significant modern art institutions. Cité Radieuse, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed masterpiece of modern architecture. Domaine du Muy, a remarkable private sculpture park where major contemporary artworks are integrated into a Mediterranean landscape. The Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations (MUCEM), featuring striking architecture and multidisciplinary collections, which explore the cultures, histories and contemporary societies of Europe and the Mediterranean.

What’s Included

• Five nights' accommodation at Hotel Le Galice, Aix-en-Provence

• Breakfasts throughout the stay

• Private group coach transportation throughout including airport transfers

• Welcome cocktail reception and welcome dinner

• Pre-arranged lunches on excursion days and farewell lunch (5 total)

• British Airways return flights from Edinburgh via London Heathrow

• Services of a Travel Editions Tour Manager throughout
• Donation to the RSA

Touring itinerary including guided tours, entrance fees and transfers

• Aix-en-Provence orientation tour

• Château La Coste Art & Architecture experience, winery visit and wine tasting

• Visit to historic town of Uzès

• La Ribaute specialist guided visit

• Fondation Maeght visit and guided experience

• Saint-Paul-de-Vence guided Art & Heritage tour

• Cité Radieuse guided visit

• MUCEM visit and specialist introduction

• Domaine du Muy sculpture park visit 

Itinerary and running order subject to final confirmations. 

Expressions of interest are now open for RSA Friends

To note your interest please email friends@royalscottishacademy.org

Booking expected to open in September 2026. A £450 deposit will be required to confirm your booking, with flexible payment options available. Final balance due 12 weeks before departure. Offered on a first come, first served basis. Limited to 25 spaces.

This holiday is operated by Travel Editions Group Travel.