Provence: Lavender Fields & Moustiers Full Day Private Tour
● Marvel at the picturesque landscapes of Provence and its endless lavender fields in full bloom from mid-June to mid-July.
● Wander through the hilltop village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, featuring an 8th-century chapel.
● Admire the extraordinary landscape of the Grand Canyon of Verdon.
Enjoy a full day journey through Provence's Lavender fields and Moustiers village. Begin with a scenic ride to Provence's countryside, surrounded by waves of radiant sunflowers. The optimal time to experience the endless lavender fields is from mid-June to mid-July. Recognized as the "granary of the region," Valensole Plateau, one of France's largest plateaus, adorns the landscape between Durance and Asse, near the Gorges du Verdon and its sun-kissed lakes. Enjoy leisure time amidst the lavender fields, celebrated for their lavender honey with a subtle and delicate flavor.
Continue your exploration in Riez, a charming compact town founded in the first century adorned with attractive old stone and pastel-painted houses. Discover traditional Provencal fountains, a public washhouse, and intricately carved stone decorations as well as medieval fortifications.
Next, ascend to the hilltop medieval village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, renowned globally for its exquisite ceramics and faïence pottery. This village, perched above a rocky canyon, boasts a stunning setting crowned by an 8th-century church. A climb to the Notre Dame de Beauvoir chapel offers a breathtaking view, while narrow streets reveal local handcraft shops and the intriguing history behind the golden star suspended above the village.
Proceed to the picturesque Lake of Sainte Croix du Verdon, making several photo stops along the way for panoramic views of the Verdon Canyon and the lake. Revered as Europe's most beautiful and deepest canyon, it captivates visitors from around the globe.
As your itinerary comes to an end, unwind as your driver takes you back to your accommodation. If you desire and time permits, you can make a stop along the way at the L'Occitane Shop.
*Please note that this itinerary is available from multiple departure cities and hotels throughout Provence.
*Kindly be aware that our drivers adjust dynamically to your preferences and pace during the tour. The locations visited and their sequence may vary based on your place of stay, your preferred pace, and the chosen lunch stop.
*In Provence, our tours include the services of a knowledgeable driver. He will provide a panoramic tour, stops for pictures, good local knowledge and light historical explanations. When parking allows it, he accompanies the clients to the sites. If you or your clients are looking for deeper historical explanations, we advise adding a licensed guide.
*The lavender blooming period is roughly from mid June to mid July.
Included
● Knowledgeable English speaking driver
● Mercedes vehicle or equivalent
Not Included
● Lunch
● Gratuity to the driver
● Entrance tickets for any other activity are to be paid on-site or to be included where necessary
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