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Lake of Sainte-Croix (Lac de Sainte-Croix) Tours and Tickets

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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

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10 hours

Gorges du Verdon Shared Tour from Nice

At the heart of Provence, the Verdon Gorge (Gorges de Verdon) is Europe’s largest canyon and one of France’s most impressive natural wonders. With this tour, take in all the regional highlights as you visit the medieval village of Castellane at the foot of the gorge, the pottery-making village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, the lake of Sainte Croix, and Provence’s famous lavender fields (summer only).

Gorges du Verdon Shared Tour from Nice

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9 hours

Verdon Canyon and Moustiers Ste-Marie Tour from Aix-en-Provence

Visit the Provencal town of Moustiers Ste-Marie at the mouth of Verdon Gorge and Sainte-Croix Lake, on this tour from Aix-en-Provence. Combine natural scenery—including the lavender fields of the Valensole Plateau in summer—with a taste of local culture as you visit scenic viewpoints and local villages and producers. Enjoy a relaxed pace with free time to swim, wander the villages, and have lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

Verdon Canyon and Moustiers Ste-Marie Tour from Aix-en-Provence

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9 hours 30 minutes

The Grand Canyon of Europe and Its Lavender Fields Small group

Leave the city’s bustle behind for a day, and discover some of southern France’s most spectacular scenery, on this small-group tour. Following pickup from your Nice hotel, travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan. Pass by the Gorges du Loup and Castellane before arriving at the Verdon Gorge: a dramatic, river-carved gorge, often described as the “Grand Canyon of Europe.” After exploring, stop at a charming medieval village, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, before returning to Nice.

The Grand Canyon of Europe and Its Lavender Fields Small group

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10 hours

Lavender Small-Group Tour In Valensole from Marseille

Discover the beauty of Provence’s lavender fields on this small-group excursion from Marseille—and discover spots you might miss if exploring solo. Drive to the scenic Valensole Plateau, then stop in Valensole village to shop for bouquets and essential oils to take home with you. Enjoy free time in Moustiers Sainte Marie, famous for its ceramics workshops, and take a break for lunch (own expense). A great way to explore the region without having to plan a thing yourself.

Lavender Small-Group Tour In Valensole from Marseille

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9 hours

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Private day tour: LAVANDER of VALENSOLE, MOUSTIERS, ST CROIX Lake

Come and discover with me the best fields of Lavender of the world famous, plateau of Valensole. I would lead you through the best fields, for unforgettable photos and memories. We will then go to the beautiful Provençal village of Moustiers Sainte Marie, with its many fountains and waterfalls. Guests can enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants in the village. Finally, we will finish the day with a refreshing touch with the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croix and the Verdon Canyon, one of the largest canyon in Europe. You can take a short swim or take an electric boat ride in the heart of the canyon if you wish. (Ship activity extra) IMPORTANT: Lavenders are only visible during the period June 15 - July 30. Outside this period, lavenders are replaced by more time at the Lake of the Holy Cross and the Verdon Canyon. Transport in Van Mercedes air-conditioned.

Private day tour: LAVANDER of VALENSOLE, MOUSTIERS, ST CROIX Lake

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7 to 8 hours

The lavender road in 2cv

The lavender road in 2cv

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9 hours

Discover the Natural Wonders of Gorge du Verdon

Professional and responsible driving ,stops to take air and take pictures. Communicative and passionate driver/guide. Being in touch with nature and taking in air Discover the medieval village of Moustiérs Sainte Marie and its artisanal ridge and pottery factories that still turn. Rent a small electric boat for a small group ride to Lake Saint Croix to admire the natural wonders of Gorge du Verdon..Still you can swim ...

Discover the Natural Wonders of Gorge du Verdon

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9 hours 30 minutes

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Gorges du Verdon and Lavender Fields Full Day Tour from Nice

Treat yourself to this famous tourist hotspot (Les Gorges du Verdon). Drive into the deepest gorges in Europe until 700 meters deep. Observe a very rich fauna composed of 50 species of mammals : (deer, felines, saurians, etc.), and 180 species of birds, especially the golden eagle, and the griffon vulture. Discover the wildlife and enjoy unforgettable landscapes in the heart of the Alps, admire the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croix, visit the 5th-century medieval village of Moustiers Sainte Marie, and stroll in the lavender fields on Valensoles plateau. End with a wine tasting (optional). This is not a tour where you spend most of your time driving in traffic jams! It's not a chase like many other tours. I built the tour to avoid this problem, you will have enough time to enjoy each spot with the help and instructions of a professional guide.

Gorges du Verdon and Lavender Fields Full Day Tour from Nice

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8 hours

from $1,274

Verdon Gorge: The Grand canyon of Europe, Lake and Lavender

Italy’s Riviera towns host vibrant markets that draw crowds of shoppers from France. With this half-day tour from Nice, enjoy one of the markets without having to plan transport or timings. Depending on the day of your tour, visit Ventimiglia or San Remo market to shop independently. Scour stalls selling designer handbags, clothes, jewelry, foods, and more; and perhaps dip into the surrounding backstreets for an Italian coffee before returning.

Verdon Gorge: The Grand canyon of Europe, Lake and Lavender

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10 hours

from $1,391

Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Cannes

Provence is known for its incredible natural landscapes. Discover them for yourself on a customizable private tour from Cannes. First set out for Castellane, a picturesque pilgrimage town tucked away at the gateway to the spectacular Verdon George. Explore the old city before driving into the canyon itself, stopping on the other side to enjoy the emerald-green beauty of the Lake of Sainte-Croix. Continue onto Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and spend some time strolling its medieval streets and shopping for pottery—a village speciality. Savor the surrounding scenery on your return trip to Cannes.

Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Cannes

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9 hours

Price varies by group size

Full Day Private Tour in Lavender and Provence with Pickup

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Full Day Private Tour in Lavender and Provence with Pickup

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10 hours

Gorges du Verdon and Perched Villages from Aix-en-Provence.

Hello and welcome! My name is Tetyana and it is with joy that I invite you to live a day out of time in the heart of Provence. An avid traveller, I travelled to more than 40 countries before putting my bags down in this beautiful region. This private tour is not just a simple excursion: it is a small trip back in time, an immersion in the wild beauty and fascinating history of the Verdon. Throughout the day, you will be accompanied by driver Davis and myself. Along the majestic Gorges du Verdon, formed several million years ago. Did you know that these walls still contain marine fossils? And what about Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its earthenware... Would you like to visit a cave where traces of hermits have been found here since the 5th century AD? I will tell you local legends, make you taste local products and if you like authenticity and discoveries - this tour is for you!

Gorges du Verdon and Perched Villages from Aix-en-Provence.

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10 hours 30 minutes

from $1,360

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Verdon Gorge and Provence Private Scenic Sightseeing Tour

Verdon Gorge and Provence Private Scenic Sightseeing Tour

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6 to 7 hours

Provence pearl of southern France

the tour start with wine tasting in the oldest estate in this region where the wine was being made in first century by the Romans. Then we will going to the medieval village of "les Arcs sur Argens" where you take your lunch at "Chateau d'Argent" on the terrace with panoramic view and after you can spend a free time to visit this pretty village. Then driving to the chapel St Roseline where you can discover the incredible story of this nice saint so gentle and to see its beautiful chapel and its art paintings and sculptures. On the road of the lavender we will be stop to Aups to visit truffle museum the olive oil mill, then driving to reach the lavender fields for unforgettable times and beautiful photos during lavender flowering,for the rest of the season you will can sail on the lake with electric boat or pedal boat at small village St Croix sur Verdon . Back to French Riviera and drop off in your place

Provence pearl of southern France

Free Cancellation
10 to 11 hours

Private Tour Verdon Gorges and Lavender Fields in Valensole

Private Tour Verdon Gorges and Lavender Fields in Valensole

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9 hours

from $1,040

Gorges du Verdon and perched villages from Manosque.

Hello and bivenue EN Provence! My name is Tetyana and it is with pleasure that I invite you to live a day out of time! An avid traveller, I travelled DE 40 countries around the world before leaving my bags in this beautiful region. This private tour is not just a simple excursion: it is a small trip back in time, an immersion in the wild beauty and history of the Verdon. We will follow the majestic gorges, formed several million years ago by the emerald river that winds between the limestone cliffs. Did you know that these walls still contain marine fossils? And what DE Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its earthenware... Would you like to visit a cave where traces of hermits have been found, installed here as early as the 5th century AD. C. ? I will tell you local legends, make you taste the local products and if you love nature, authenticity and discoveries, then this tour is for you.

Gorges du Verdon and perched villages from Manosque.

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8 hours

Provence and Lavender - private & Guided Full Day Tour

Let's discover the best of Provence with a qualified guide/driver during a private full day tour! THE PLATES OF VALENSOLE, Moustier Sainte Marie, Lake of Sainte Croix – MOUSTIERS-SAINTE-MARIE: Discover MOUSTIERS-SAINTE-MARIE, classified among the most beautiful villages in France with its ramparts, its fountains, its aqueduct… famous for its blue monochrome earthenware and its astonishing star suspended in the void. Located in a wooded setting, at the foot of the Gorges du Verdon, between the Alpes de Haute Provence and the Var. What better than a walking tour to discover Aix-en-Provence, the city of a thousand fountains, the excellence of the mansions, the gorgeousness of its architecture and monuments. Then, through and photographing world famous lavender plateaus: les plateaux de Valensole. Complete your open-tour by discovering “la Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine” in Saint-Maximin la Sainte-Baume, the most beautiful Gothic building of Provence.

Provence and Lavender - private & Guided Full Day Tour

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9 hours

from $1,536

Gorges du Verdon Private Tour

Gorges du Verdon Private Tour

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10 hours

from $1,023

Lake of Sainte-Croix (Lac de Sainte-Croix)

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Lake of Sainte-Croix (Lac de Sainte-Croix)

The three villages around the lake—Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon, Bauduen, and Les Salles-sur-Verdon—all offer various accommodation and dining options.
Summer temperatures regularly reach 80°F (27°C), so be sure to bring sun protection.
Booking tours and accommodation in advance is highly recommended, especially during the peak summer season.

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