A day in the lavenders and villages of the Luberon

4.8
(4 reviews)
Avignon, France

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

On the program of the day, 3 stops in colorful and fragrant lavender fields of the Luberon, including the emblematic Abbey of Sénanque and Plateau des Claparèdes. The third field will depend on the progress of flowering.

Also, free visit to the village of Gordes with its sloping cobblestone streets, and walk in Roussillon, perched on the ochre hills with its colorful facades. These two villages are among the most beautiful villages in France.

In the middle of the day, a picnic with only produce from local farms will be served. This includes eggs, local tapenades, fresh goat cheese, seasonal fruit, fruit juice.

What's Included

Visit to Gordes
Picnic made of fresh produce from local farmers, e.g. boiled eggs, tapenades, goat cheese, seasonal fruit, fruit juice
Lavender fields of the Plateau des Claparèdes
Lavender fields of the Abbey of Sénanque
Lavender fields of the Luberon
Visit of Roussillon
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Wait outside the Hotel Le Bristol. Black car with Ventourism on the sides. Contact me if you are not staying in Avignon intramuros to set a better meeting point.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    After about 45 minutes drive, first stop in the lavender fields of the Luberon to enjoy the beautiful panorama and beautiful colors in the morning. Then about 15 minutes drive to the village of Gordes.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Gordes

    1 hour of free time in the village of Gordes to allow you to walk in the cobblestone streets of one of the most beautiful villages in France. Then 15 minutes drive to the picnic spot around Gordes.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    An emblematic place of Provence, the Abbaye de Sénanque fascinated by the beauty of its architecture, its history, but especially its lavender fields with the Abbey as a backdrop, giving an artistic touch to your photos. Then 30 minutes drive to the village of Roussillon.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Visit the village entirely coloured with ochre and listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France, also having a nice panorama over the valley. Then about 30 minutes drive to the lavender fields of the Plateau des Claparèdes.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Stop on the emblematic Plateau des Claparèdes and its breathtaking view of Mont Ventoux from its magnificent lavender fields. Then about 1h15 drive back to Avignon.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Impossible to put a walker or luggage in the car
Supplied by Ventourisme

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Seasonal
Car Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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

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