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MFCH Travel Experiences 2026
In Love With Provence
- 11th - 16th June 2026
- 5 nights / 6 days
- 12 guests (max)
Join us for a week of creativity, discovery, and Provençal beauty, guided by Sharon Santoni, and celebrated photographer Joanna Maclennan. Based in the heart of the Luberon, this tour invites you to slow down, explore, and capture the timeless spirit of the South of France.
Tour Overview
Highlights
Creative moments and photography guidance with Joanna Maclennan, as we capture the light and textures of Provence.
Visits to our favourite private homes, gardens, and properties full of soul and history.
Highlights
Tour Overview
A peaceful stay in the heart of the Luberon, one of Provence’s most beloved area, perfect for inspiration and quiet beauty.
Time to wander through vibrant markets and uncover antiques with character and charm.
”You won’t find this level of attention to detail anywhere else. Every moment was carefully crafted, and all I had to do was enjoy the beauty of France.”
MFCH Client, Provence Tour 2024
Tour host & co-host
Sharon Santoni & Joanna Maclennan
Sharon Santoni, the creator of My French Country Home, heads the Magazine, the MFCH Box, the Boutique, and Tours. Rooted in France for her entire adult life, she holds a deep affinity for French culture. With a passion for sharing insights on French antiques, cuisine, as well as home and garden design, her blog provides a charming peek into life amidst the picturesque Normandy countryside, including her family and dogs. Sharon has hosted tours around France for over a decade, and always strive to show her guests an authentic and particularly elegant way of French life. In March 2026 Sharon releases a new book about Buying Antiques in France, published by the prestigious French house Flammarion!
Originally from England, Joanna Maclennan has called Provence home for nearly 20 years. Her work captures light, texture, and atmosphere with a quiet elegance, and has been featured in World of Interiors, House & Garden, Cabana, The New York Times, and My French Country Home. Joanna works almost exclusively with natural light, using a thoughtful and intuitive approach that invites you to slow down and truly see what surrounds you. Whether it’s a still life, a face, or a weathered doorway, her lens reveals the story within. She lives with her husband and daughter in the village of Eygalières, and recently built her own home and studio. During the tour, she’ll guide you in capturing Provence through a more creative and soulful lens, no experience required, just an open eye and heart.
Accommodation
Le Prieuré de Maussane
Set in the heart of the Alpilles, Le Prieuré de Maussane is a peaceful and beautifully restored estate that blends Provençal charm with quiet luxury. Once a priory and olive mill, the property is now home to two elegant maisons, Santa Anna and San Léon, sister houses to the Hôtel Particulier in Arles.
Surrounded by centuries-old stone walls, flowing water, and the gentle sounds of nature, this is a place to truly slow down. Spacious rooms open onto the gardens, each styled with antiques, natural textures, and light-filled calm. There’s a serene spa, a hidden pool, and endless corners to relax or gather; all just a short stroll from the village of Maussane.
It’s a retreat made for living well, unwinding, and feeling entirely at home.
Tour Summary
Period
11th - 16th June 2026
Group
12 Guest (max)
Price
9 600€ Single Occupancy | 9 100€ Double Occupancy
Included
Meals
All meals
Transportation
All chauffeur driven transport during the tour
Magazine
Complimentary 1-year digital subscription to the MFCH Magazine
Gift
MFCH luxury welcome gift
Not Included
Extra
Minibar items, spa treatments and laundry services
Flight
Your flight into France and transport to Paris for the start of the tour
Shopping
Any purchases you may make along the way
Insurance
Trip insurance
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Frequently asked questions
Our journeys are designed for small groups, with a maximum of 12 participants. This ensures a personalized and intimate experience for everyone.
Absolutely! Many of our participants are solo travelers like yourself. Our small group setting fosters a welcoming environment where everyone easily connects and feels at home.
Our tour hosts are knowledgeable experts in their respective areas, carefully chosen to enrich your experience. Each tour is led by two hosts/guides who bring a wealth of expertise and passion to ensure you have an unforgettable journey.
Our journeys are designed to be enjoyable for participants of various fitness levels. However, some activities may require moderate physical activity. Please check the specific details for each experience, and feel free to contact us with any concerns.
Airport transfers are not included in the experience price, but we are happy to arrange them for you with our drivers. Please contact us to schedule your transfer.
Absolutely! We are happy to provide recommendations for hotels and restaurants to enhance your stay before the experience begins. Feel free to reach out to us for personalized suggestions based on your preferences.