Provence is a beautiful area of France that makes an ideal tour in a hire car. Located in the southeast of the country it benefits from warm Mediterranean swells and cooling mountainside rains. The lush greenery is a result of its situation near the Carmargue, the largest river delta in Western Europe that will astound visitors by the vast array of wildlife it attracts.

As you traverse it there is even the possibility of spotting flamingos from your hire car, a rare experience in Europe. With fascinating historical sites and picturesque villages dotted throughout the countryside it really is a worthy holiday destination.

As you trundle along in your hire car you will pass the infinite lavender fields that not only make a strikingly beautiful landscape but with warm winds, the scent envelopes you in perfumed majesty. This is the lavender producing capital, not just of France but of the world and this is clearly evident from the amount of purple fields you will pass while travelling.

Of course it is not just lavender that this area of France is famous for; Provence has a long heritage of producing some of the finest cuisine in the whole of France. The use of garlic is extensive and has been described by some as the truffle of Provence. Fish and seafood make up a large constituent of menus due to the close proximity to the sea, of these seafood dishes Bouillabaisse is the most famed. If it is warmer, a perfect local dish is the salad Nicoise; a beautiful seafood and egg salad that will refresh you after spending hours in your hire car.

With all this fine cuisine if would be a shame not to sample the thing France is most famous for; wine. Touring the various wine making regions in a hire car is truly pleasurable. The regions in this part of France consist of Chateuneuf du Pape, Cotes d'Aix and the most famous, Cotes du Rhone. These vineyards produce fabulous reds and sumptuous whites that will match anything you may decide to eat whilst on your journey.

Provence has a rich history and was widely inhabited during the Roman period. As a result while you tour the region in your hire car you will see many architectural sites and awesome engineering feats. The Pont du Gard aqueduct near Avignon can be seen as one of the best preserved examples of Roman engineering in the world.

Constructed without mortar it is held together purely by iron clamps, this method has kept it standing for over 2000 years. After experiencing some years of neglect UNESCO and the government of France have put in place development efforts including a museum and extra parking, making it a perfect destination if in a hire car.

The villages of Provence are no less striking, settled in amongst some amazingly beautiful gorges the rugged terrain frames these picture perfect locations brilliantly. Driving the mountainous roads can be a challenge but if you make sure the car you make sure the car you hire is powerful enough, any problems can be avoided. With waterfalls pouring over sheer cliffs the tranquility and serenity of this region is truly breathtaking. The chance to relax is at every turn in your journey.

Province can be considered one of the most attractive propositions for tourists. From the magical stretch of coast that includes the Cot dAzur to the mountainous areas that border Italy and the Alps beauty is everywhere.

Combine this beauty with a friendly native population, some of the finest wine in the world and a sumptuous cuisine that is wholly unique and you have a trip that will be memorable and enjoyable. Take a car and relax while you traverse the roads and stop at small villages soaking in the local culture, an enriching experience is only a short flight away.