Aix-en-Provence: Verdon Canyon & Moustiers-St-Marie Day Trip

Bouches-du-Rhône, Marseille



Explore the scenic Verdon on a day trip from Aix-en-Provence. Admire some of Provence's hidden treasures.

Highlights

  • Explore the beauty of the lush landscapes of Verdon
  • Drive to Valensole Plateau
  • Stop by a local producer
  • Admire a typical village around Lake Sainte-Croix
  • Enjoy free time in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its faience

Description

Enjoy a scenic full-day tour of the picturesque Verdon, departing from Aix-en-Provence by air-conditioned minibus.

Meet your guide at the Tourist Information Center of Aix, and set off on a lovely drive through the dramatic splendor of the Verdon.

Cross the Valensole plateau, and stop by a local producer of the area. Head to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its earthenware workshops, and enjoy some free time for lunch on your own.

Stop at Pont de Galetas to admire breathtaking views of the turquoise water of the Verdon River and one of the typical villages around Lake Sainte-Croix.

After a day exploring the must-see sites of Provence, you'll be driven back to Aix-en-Provence arriving at 6.30pm.

Please note: This tour is not available from June 10th to 20th July and in October.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. A swimsuit is optional.

A La Française reserves the right to modify the program according to the climate conditions.

Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned minibus
  • English-/French-speaking driver/guide

Excludes

  • Entrance fees (unless specified)
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)

Important Information

  • The company reserves the right to modify the program according to the climate conditions
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for this tour
  • The company cannot be held responsible for delay due to traffic conditions, weather or accidents occurring while getting on or off the vehicle or for robbery of personal effects or luggage
  • Food and drinks (unless specified), additional entrance fees and gratuities (optional) are not included
  • For any booking with children, please advise the age
  • Tours are operated for a minimum of 2 passengers, however bookings for solo travelers are accepted. If the solo traveler remains the only passenger booked for a departure, A La Française ! will contact the passenger the day before the tour in order to offer an alternative tour or date. If the passenger refuses the alternative suggestion, he will be fully refunded as A La Française ! will not charge the tour-operator for the service

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes transportation in an air-conditioned minibus, a visit to the Valensole Plateau, a stop at a local producer, time at a village near Lake Sainte-Croix, and free time in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie.
The tour departs from the Tourist Information Center of Aix-en-Provence, which is easily accessible from Marseille.
The tour is a full-day experience, typically lasting around 8 to 10 hours, including stops and travel time.
Yes, a knowledgeable guide provides information about the landscapes, local producers, and villages throughout the tour.
Yes, the itinerary includes free time in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie to explore the village and its famous faience pottery shops.
Meals are not included; however, there are opportunities to purchase food in local villages along the route.
You will experience the lush Verdon Gorge, the expansive lavender fields of the Valensole Plateau, and the lakeside scenery near Lake Sainte-Croix.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly with manageable walking and seated transportation suitable for children.
You can book the day trip online through various local tour operators; check their websites for availability and details.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a camera, sun protection, and water; check the weather forecast before departure.

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