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Day Trips hosted by PROVANS

9 hours (approx.)

Up to 8 travelers

Meet everyone at the start point

Mobile ticket

Offered in English

About

Discover top attractions including 12th-century Sénanque Abbey with its famous lavender fields (generally blooming at the end of June), and fall under the spell of the gentle landscapes of the Luberon...
  • Drive and drop-off tour with live commentary onboard
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • What's not included

  • Entrance fees unless if specified
  • Lunch

    Pickup point

    Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    This is a typical itinerary for this product

    Stop atAbbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque

    After a 50-minute drive from Avignon, your tour guide will first take you to the world-known Sénanque Abbey, a wonderfully preserved 12th-century monastery nestled among lush forests and beautiful lavender fields. Widely considered among the region’s top attractions, don't miss the opportunity to admire this gem of Romanesque architecture during the blooming season of lavender (in full bloom starting from June 20-25). Please be aware that during this day trip time doesn't allow a visit of the interiors.

    30 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atVieille de Gordes

    On the way to the old town of Gordes, a photo stop at Gordes' famous overlook is planned. Here you'll have the chance to admire one of the most incredible panoramas of the Luberon valley, where vineyards and olive groves stretch out as far as the eye can see, surrounded by gentle green mountains. Minutes later, your driver will drop you off by the town's castle from where you can easily explore the cobbled streets of this world-known hilltop town and admire stunning views of the Luberon landscapes. Plenty of shopping opportunities are available here, as well as small cafés and icecream shops. Meet your tour guide again at the meeting point and head to another wonderful village.

    1 hour (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atRoussillon

    At around 1 pm your tour guide will drop you in the village of Roussillon, where you'll have a longer time to spend than in the other towns. This allows everyone to have lunch in one of the cafés or snack bars and to explore the colourful streets of Roussillon, where every house is painted a different shade of ochre. If you opt for a quick lunch on the go, you'll also have enough time to walk the beautiful Ochre Trail (entrance fee not included - 4€/adult), a developed pathway through the ombre coloured cliffs of a former ochre mine.

    2 hours (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atSarraud

    Following the blooming stage of lavender, during the day we will take you to the brightest and most scenic lavender fields of that moment. In June we will focuse on the wide lavender fields on the hillsides of the Luberon valley, whereas later in the season, normally after July 1, we will drive you to higher areas, like the high plateau of Sault. At least two long photo stops are scheduled, both in June and in July.

    1 hour (approx.)No admission tickets required

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The tour guide may have to speak multiple languages on the same tour.
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems.
  • Not recommended for travelers with bee sting allergy.
  • In case you plan to get to the meeting point by car, please contact us in advance so that we can suggest a parking lot and a more convenient meeting place.

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Highly recommend this tour

Dominique_S, Dec 2024

This tour ticked our bucket list. Firstly we were at the beginning of lavender season and Nicolas made sure we got to 2 different areas in full bloom. The scent was amazing. Then Nicolas took us to some of the most beautiful towns in France - Gordes, Rousillon and Senanque Abbey - and another town whose name escapes me now! . We had ample time to explore each of these places. The views as we drove were spectacular, and the small group size allowed us to go to places quickly. Nicolas was very knowledgable, great company and full of suggestions for other places to visit.

Highly recommend!

Allen_B, Dec 2024

Excellent tour and we were able to visit many lavender fields in full bloom. We also had generous time to explore the villages of Gordes, Roussillon and Sault. Highly recommend the experience.

Amazing!!

Kristin_S, Dec 2024

This tour was absolutely spectacular. I cannot say enough good things. Nicolas took us to some of the most beautiful towns in France, all each unique in its own way. The views were truly beautiful, and the small group size allowed us to go to places quickly. This husband and wife team were truly knowledgeable about the best places to go to maximize our experience and for that, we’re really grateful. Definitely book it. You won’t regret it.

A visit very well guided

J6355NQmarisam, Dec 2024

Very nicely driven and guided. Missed not having time to visit Senanque abbey. Gordes nice view of the village but not worth visiting the village. Lavender fields disappointing. I expected it to be more spectacular.

an nice and relaxed tour to enjoy provence

ka0ki3, Dec 2024

We got to see the two kinds of lavender farmed in the area and visited 3 beautiful Luberon villages. Nico also showed us the distillation process of harvested lavendar.

We had more than enough time to explore the villages and had a wonderful lunch today. The tour was relaxed and we were able to soak into the scenic views of the field, the houses and the cute streets. We really enjoyed our trip and would recommend this tour to others.

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