From Avignon: Lavender Fields & Luberon Village Guided Tour

Highlights

• Marvel at wonderful lavender fields around Sénanque Abbey
• Take in panoramic views of the hilltop village of Gordes
• Explore the Ochre Trail of Roussillon with its stunning cliffs
• Enjoy unhurried time in a lavender field
• Get the chance to learn about and shop for lavender-based products

Description

After a 50-minute drive from Avignon, your tour guide will first take you to the world-known Sénanque Abbey, a wonderfully preserved 12th-century monastery nestled among lush forests and beautiful lavender fields. Widely considered among the region’s top attractions, don't miss the opportunity to admire this gem of Romanesque architecture during the blooming season of lavender. Please be aware that during this day trip time doesn't allow a visit of the interiors. Lavender fields around Sénanque are in full bloom generally around June 20-25.

On the way to the old town of Gordes, a photo stop at Gordes' famous overlook is planned. Here you'll have the chance to admire one of the most incredible panoramas of the Luberon valley, where vineyards and olive groves stretch out as far as the eye can see, surrounded by gentle green mountains. Minutes later, your driver will drop you off by the town's castle from where you can easily explore the cobbled streets of this world-known hilltop town and admire stunning views of the Luberon landscapes. Plenty of shopping opportunities are available here, as well as small cafes and ice-cream shops. Meet your tour guide again at the meeting point and head to another wonderful village.

At around 1 pm your tour guide will drop you in the village of Roussillon, where you'll have a longer time to spend than in the other towns. This allows everyone to have lunch in one of the cafes or snack bars and to explore the colorful streets of Roussillon, where every house is painted a different shade of ochre. If you opt for a quick lunch on the go, you'll also have enough time to walk the beautiful Ochre Trail (entrance fee not included - 4€/adult), a developed pathway through the colored cliffs of a former ochre mine.

Following the blooming stage of lavender, during the day we will take you to the brightest and most scenic lavender fields of that moment. In June we will focus on the wide lavender fields on the hillsides of the Luberon valley, whereas later in the season, normally after July 1, we will drive you to higher areas, like the high plateau of Sault. At least two long photo stops are scheduled, both in June and in July.

We will drive then back to Avignon, where we will arrive between 5 and 5.30 pm.

Includes

Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Drive and drop-off tour with live commentary onboard
Parking, tolls, and gas fees

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fees
Food and drinks
Lunch

Important Information

• The visit of the lavender farm is possible only during the harvest season. Sénanque Abbey's gift shop is closed on Sundays Please note: As our groups are international, explanations may be given in multiple languages to ensure everyone can fully enjoy the tour. This may take a little extra time, but it ensures a complete and engaging experience for all

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund