France · PROVENCE & LAVENDER TOURS
The lavender runs from late June to mid-July and the rest of Provence runs all year. These 15 days out pair the fields with Verdon's gorge, the Luberon villages or an Aix market morning, priced and timed from Nice, Marseille, Avignon and Aix.
From Nice, ride to the Verdon Gorge and Provence lavender fields, with Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and Lake Sainte-Croix in one 9-hour day.
“Our guide Matthew was amazing and made sure we saw so many sights during our day. Highly highly recommend this experience!! So worth it”
A family-run lavender estate outside Aix-en-Provence. Stroll 3 hectares, relax in the shade, snack on local fare, and learn lavender basics.
“Great visit to the lavender field! Got an overview of the history of the farm before we wandered through the field, got a drink and relaxed in the sun. The products they make are beautiful and also reasonably priced if you want some souvenirs. They even gave us some little organza bags of lavender salt as freebies.”
Half-day minibus tour from Aix through Luberon villages, including Lourmarin, Roussillon ochre cliffs, and Gordes views with an expert guide.
“Just loved the history and architecture of these beautiful villages and the enthusiasm of our lovely tour guide - Lucy”
Half-day minibus tour from Aix-en-Provence through Luberon villages, ochre Roussillon, Cézanne views, and Sainte-Victoire country.
“Sebastian was a great guide and gave us a very good background of each village and some good tips on what to see and do. The time allowed in each village was good although just a little rushed in Gordes”
A small-group Provence day trip from Nice to Castellane, Verdon Gorge, Moustiers, Valensole lavender, and Lake Sainte-Croix.
“The trip touted at 9 hours took us just over 11 hours. Over 8 of those hours were in a car driven by what I can only describe as a young man possessed by speed. Just because you can drive faster than everyone else does not make you a good driver. We all held on for dear life as we thrashed in to the doors and each other. We stopped three times for 5 minutes to take a few quick pics. We stopped in a small town for lunch for an hour and ten minutes to eat with no time to explore. We stopped in the gorge for an hour…”
Marseille to Valensole lavender fields, Moustiers ceramics, and Verdon River views on a small-group day trip with photo stops.
“This is an extremely good value! Our guide was Alex, who was extremely knowledgeable and flexible with our options. Alex went above and beyond with sharing information about lavender, the terroir, and history and legends about Marseille and the wider region. We stopped at a family owned farm in the lavender capital of the world to try their own lavender oils, olive oil, almond butter, and lavender ice cream. We got an extra stop at rolling lavender hills as we passed by because our group wanted to take more pictures. We got free time during lunch in a small scenic town (some restaurants were recommended). Our group chose to go…”
Luberon markets and medieval villages from Aix, with a small-group driver, market-time stops by day, and lavender-season photo stops.
“Bring a shopping bag for market day, not just water. Had seven total on the trip, plus guide. Nice sized group. Guide was wonderful.”
A 5-hour small-group minibus tour from Avignon to Luberon’s lavender fields, Roussillon, Gordes viewpoints, and a Senanque Abbey photo stop.
“Our guide, Emilie engaged 8 people of different ages for the entire tour. She shares a lot of information and history, but makes it easy to listen as she adds lots of humor as well. We were given lots of time at the various stops, to use washrooms and/or grab a snack. I would highly recommend this tour. Linda”
Small-group full-day Valensole lavender tour from Aix: field photo stops, farm distillation, Moustiers, and Verdon lake views.
“The lavender fields were very pretty!!!! Our tour guide coco was very experienced, helpful and kind! Highly recommended!”
Small-group Luberon afternoon tour from Avignon with Roussillon ochre, Pont Julien, Lacoste, and free time in Gordes by air-conditioned minibus.
“Our guide Ryan was fantastic and so nice. He took us to see gorgeous lavender fields in full bloom which weren’t on the itinerary and it was a glorious experience. All the stops were great, never rushed, and lots of value for the money. Gordes is an unforgettable village, best in Provence in our opinion.”
A 4-hour lavender half-day from Aix to Valensole Plateau, with photo stops and a farm distillation visit in a small 8-seat minivan.
“Our guide Phillipe is super nice and friendly. The tour company A la Francais is partner with a lavender farm so we have our own private access to the field. They explain about the lavender types, production process… and we can take lots of pictures of the wide beautiful field.”
Small-group Luberon villages tour from Aix, with market days in Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin, Apt and Ansouis plus big photo stops.
“Our guide was terrific. The tour of the different villages were amazing. Wonderful day!”
Lavender fields and a working distillery tour near Arles and Nîmes. Smell Provence herbs, watch steam distillation, get essential-oil tips.
“Really loved this experience our guide was so professional lovely lady. Taught us a lot . Highly recommended”
From Avignon, tour ochre Roussillon and Gordes, then taste Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines with Rhône Valley views.
“Great enthusiasm and funny. Makes for enjoyable ride. Took the time to learn our names and speak with us.”
Half-day Luberon villages from Avignon with Roussillon ochre cliffs, Gordes views, and Fontaine de Vaucluse free time.
“Timing in the villages was excellent. Our guide Florian had fluent English and was very knowledgeable.”
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