A day in the Luberon: Gordes Roussillon L’Isle s/Sorgue
4 Reviews
Avignon, France
Full-day Tours hosted by Ventourisme
8 hours (approx.)
Up to 6 travelers
Meet everyone at the start point
Mobile ticket
Offered in English
About
- Visit to Gordes
- Guided tour of the Bruoux Ochre Mines (April to October only)
- Picnic made of fresh produce from local farmers, e.g. boiled eggs, cream of peppers, tapenade, goat cheese, seasonal fruit, fruit juice (April to October only)
- Visit of Roussillon
- Visit to L’Isle sur la Sorgue
- Tips
- Picnic between November and March
What's not included
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 atL'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
After a 30-minute drive from Avignon, stroll through the pretty town of L'Isle sur la Sorgue and its many canals and waterwheels, earning it the nickname "Venice of Comtat". Then 40 minutes drive to Mines de Bruoux. NB: L’Isle sur la Sorgue will be replaced by a walk to Fontaine de Vaucluse when the fountain overflows, for an exceptional spectacle!
30 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atMines De Bruoux
Discover the sumptuous Mines of Bruoux for a guided tour of these old quarries where ocher was extracted then enjoy a Provençal picnic in this splendid setting, with only fresh products from local farms. Then about 15 minutes drive to Roussillon.
2 hours (approx.)・Admission included
Stop atRoussillon
Visit the village entirely colored with ocher and listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Then about 20 minutes drive to Gordes.
45 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
Stop atGordes
Walk in the village of Gordes, voted the most beautiful village in the world by the American magazine Travel & Leisure, also with a photo stop with a breathtaking view of the village. Then about 50 minutes drive back to Avignon.
45 minutes (approx.)・No admission tickets required
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Impossible to put a walker or luggage in the car
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Great day…despite the rain.
Susan_R, Dec 2024
Very enjoyable day. He was a very personable fellow with making us feel comfortable and shared his knowledge.
Responses from AP-Ventourisme
Rain ? Where ? It never rains here.. 😁
Thank you so much Susan, it was a good day despite the weather. I am happy you enjoyed your kind of private tour ! All the best for you and Martha.
Luberon valley picturesque villages
Sameer_D, Dec 2024
Leisurely experience sightseeing and exploring the villages of luberon valley.
Scenic and colorful. Recommend it
Responses from AP-Ventourisme
Hello Sameer,
Thank you very much for this great review !
I wish you a happy new year for you and your family.
Photos, memories, and hidden gems.
I6802MRnathanc, Dec 2024
Incroyables sélection de beaux endroits du Luberon - Arnaud était fantastique et a rendu la visite meilleure que prévu. 10/10 j'y retournerai
Wonderful selection of beautiful spots in Luberon — Arnaud was great and ensured the tour was better than expected. 10/10 will book again!
Responses from AP-Ventourisme
Hello Nathan, thank you very much for this review! It was a pleasure! There is so much to see and visit here so I hope you will be back here for another tour!
These villages should not be missed when visiting Provence.
Christina_L, Oct 2024
Beautiful villages. We enjoyed seeing all of them , but especially Roussillon. The ochre colored buildings and the surrounding scenery were breathtaking. We had a lovely picnic lunch too.
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