Visit the lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon and Moustiers.

About this tour

A guided day tour from Aix en Provence taking in three distinct corners of Upper Provence: the rolling lavender plateau around Valensole, the dramatic limestone canyon of Gorges du Verdon, and the hilltop village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Your driver navigates the country roads whilst you absorb the landscape, with a pedal boat float on Lac de Sainte Croix as the centrepiece. Seven to eight hours total, fully flexible to your pace and interests.

Highlights

• Pedal across Lac de Sainte Croix beneath canyon walls
• Purple lavender fields at their peak (seasonal)
• Moustiers-Sainte-Marie's narrow medieval streets and ceramics
• Verdon Gorge viewpoints and turquoise water
• English-speaking driver; no navigation stress
• Air-conditioned transport between stops
• Customisable route on request

What to expect

You'll be collected from your hotel early and travel in a small group by comfortable van. The driver acts as informal guide, stopping at viewpoints and villages as you choose. Expect winding roads through rural Provence, photo stops at lavender fields, and time to wander Moustiers' artisan shops. The pedal boat (paid separately) is a gentle float on clear water—no speed or skill required. The canyon itself is best viewed from pullouts rather than descended on foot. Bring sunscreen and a hat; the plateau can feel exposed.

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