Highlights of the stay
- Samson at the Théâtre de l'Archevêché
- Madama Butterfly at the Théâtre de l'Archevêché
- Iphigénie en Aulide and Iphigénie en Tauride at the Grand Théâtre de Provence
- Pelléas et Mélisande at the Grand Théâtre de Provence
- Private tour of your choice
- Your dinner at the "L'Orangerie" restaurant
- Your 24-hour M&O personal assistant
Aix-en-Provence rightly claims to be the capital of Provence. This superb city, with its unique architectural and historical heritage, is world-famous for its rich cultural life. The Festival International d'Art Lyrique d'Aix-en-Provence is one of the highlights of the international season.
Featuring the best and most exceptional of the Festival d'Aix 2024, this stay is specially designed for music lovers who will discover the season's stage productions. Raphaël Pichon, one of today's finest Baroque conductors, leads a never-before-seen opera by Rameau. The year of Puccini is celebrated with Madama Butterfly and the deeply moving Ermonela Jaho in the role of Cio-Cio San. Gluck's two Iphigénie are brought together for a memorable evening with the finest singers and Emmanuelle Haïm as musical director. To complete the picture of great emotions, the revival of Pelléas et Mélisande in Katie Mitchell's striking (and acclaimed) staging is also on the program for an ideal stay!
With a fine tasting experience at the Orangerie restaurant, during another highlight of the year, A private guide will take you on a tour of magnificent Aix, with a choice of the following themes: "Street stories", "Fountains & Gardens", "Squares & Fountains", "The jewels of Aix", "Aix-en-Résistance", "Aix-en-Archéologie" or "Aix & Cézanne". This stay is an event with the promise of exceptional moments in the radiant city.
Program
- Tuesday, July 09, 2024: Arrival and Samson
- Wednesday, July 10, 2024: Dinner at the Orangerie - Madama Butterfly
- Thursday, July 11, 2024: Private tour & Iphigenia in Aulis - Iphigenia in Tauris
- Friday, July 12, 2024: Pelléas et Mélisande
- Saturday, July 13, 2024: Departure
Arrival & Your evening "Samson"
- On arrival, private transfer from the station to your hotel
- Check-in at your hotel.
- 9:30 pm, performance of Rameau's opera Samson in category +, at the Théâtre de l'Archevêché
- Night in your hotel
Dinner at the Orangerie - Your evening "Madama Butterfly"
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Dinner at l'Orangerie restaurant (Aquabella hotel restaurant)
- 9:30 pm, performance of Puccini's opera Madame Butterfly in category +, at the Théâtre de l'Archevêché
- Night in your hotel
Private Tour - Your evening "Iphigénie en Tauride"
- Breakfast at the hotel
- In the morning, departure with your private guide to discover Aix-en-Provence, on the theme of your choice: "Street stories","Fountains & Gardens", "Squares & Fountains", "The jewels of Aix", "Aix-en-Résistance", "Aix-en-Archéologie" or "Aix & Cézanne".
- 6:00 pm, performance of the operas Iphigénie en Aulide and Iphigénie en Tauride in category +, at the Grand Théâtre de Provence
- Night in your hotel
Your evening "Pelléas et Mélisande"
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Free day
- 8:00 pm, Pelléas et Mélisande in Cat + at the Grand Théâtre de Provence
- Night in your hotel
Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Private transfer from your hotel to the TGV station depending on departure time
Program
Dirigent
Raphaël PichonInszenierung
Claus GuthInterpret
Jarrett OttJacquelyn Stucker
Lea Desandre
Nahuel di Pierro
Laurence Kilsby
Julie Roset
Antonin Rondepierre
Chore
Ensemble Pygmalion
Dirigent
Daniele RustioniInszenierung
Andrea BrethInterpret
Ermonela JahoAdam Smith
Mihoko Fujimura
Lionel Lhote
Carlo Bosi
Inho Jeong
Chore
Orchestre et Chœurs de l’Opéra de Lyon
Iphigénie en Aulide Gluck / Iphigénie en Tauride - Gluck
Grand Théâtre de Provence (Festival d'Aix)
Dirigent
Emmanuelle HaïmInszenierung
Dmitri TcherniakovInterpret
Corinne WintersRussell Braun
Florian Sempey
Véronique Gens
Stanislas de Barbeyrac
Alasdair Kent
Alexandre Duhamel
Soula Parassidis
Nicolas Cavallier
Chore
Le Concert d'Astrée
Dirigent
Susanna MälkkiInszenierung
Katie MitchellInterpret
Huw Montague RendallJulia Bullock
Laurent Naouri
Lucile Richardot
Vincent Le Texier
Chore
Orchestre et Chœurs de l’Opéra de LyonGuided Tours
To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we suggest a number of different themes for visits to the city of Aix-en-Provence
- Fountains & Gardens
- Street stories
- Squares & Fountains
- The jewels of Aix
- Aix-en-Résistance
- Aix-en-Archéologie
- Aix & Cézanne
The streets tell their stories
Are you curious? That's good, the streets of Aix are told with Secrets from here! An original way to discover the city and its history!
Fountains & Garden
Fountains & Gardens is an original visit in a good mood to (re)discover Aix-en-Provence. One of the essential visits to Aix-en-Provence to discover all its history and its fun anecdotes!
Squares & Fountains
Discover Squares and Fountains of Aix-en-Provence! Like its big sister Fountains and Gardens, it is a refreshing visit. An essential visit to admire the most beautiful squares and fountains of the city of Aix-en-Provence.
The jewels of Aix
We share lots of secrets with you during this visit which allows you to discover Aix-en-Provence and its underside! A classic revisited for an unmissable visit! Aix-en-Provence will have no more secrets for you!
Aix-en-Resistance
A historical and reflective visit with period documents. The whole history of the Aix Resistance is revealed.
Aix-en-Archaeology
Come walk the streets of Aix-en-Provence with us in search of archaeological remains that tell the story of the Pays d'Aix: from time immemorial when the dinosaurs lived to the Second World War, the archaeological and paleontological traces in the city are many.
Aix & Cézanne
Fan of the essential artist from Aix-en-Provence? Come and discover the birthplace of Cezanne, his art and the places he frequented during his life.
Accommodations
Hôtel Renaissance 5*
A 5-star hotel, 200 meters from the Grand Theater de Provence. Real art gallery, located in the heart of the city. The hotel offers 133 spacious rooms and suites. The decor is a contemporary reinterpretation of the symbols of Provence. The kitchen has been entrusted to Chef Guillaume Lemelle for a gastronomic rendezvous at Comptoir du Clos. It also has a lounge garden for a chic cocktail "Le Jardin Ephém'R", a lounge bar Avant-Scène, a spa Esthederm, a heated indoor pool.
Tarifs
Double superior room
2.679 € / pers.Single room (single hotel room occupancy)
3.845 € / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Hotel Cézanne 4*
The Boutique Hôtel has been part of the city's history for 100 years. Ideally located at the foot of the ancient fortifications, on the remains of one of the first Roman cities in the Mediterranean basin, and a 5-minute walk from the prestigious Cours Mirabeau.
The hotel is also a 10-minute walk from the Grand Théâtre de Provence.
The hotel offers 55 modern, elegant rooms in light tones, as well as a garden restaurant and bar.
Tarifs
Single room (single hotel room occupancy)
3.247 € / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Hotel Escaletto 3*
A fixture in the Aix-en-Provence hotel scene since 1970, L'Escaletto offers 44 fully-renovated rooms in a warm, trendy atmosphere.
L'Escaletto is ideally located on the Cours Sextius, near the thermal baths and just a stone's throw from the old quarter of Aix-en-Provence. We love to take a few steps and discover the city's markets, fountains, cathedral and lively, authentic Place de l'Hôtel de Ville.
Only a few minutes separate us from the famous Fontaine de la Rotonde, the Cours Mirabeau and the Mazarin district. From our hotel, Aix en Provence is within easy reach.
Just a 10-minute walk from the Grand Théâtre de Provence.
Tarifs
Double Room (2 persons)
2.146 € / pers.Double room (Use for 1 person)
2.833 € / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
The price includes
- Transfers
- Personal Travel Assistant
- Restaurant
- Accommodation
- Show seats
- Excursions
- Meals mentioned
- Entries in the sites
The price does not include
- Assistance
- Tips
- Flights
- Tax
- Drinks and Meals
Practical information
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