Embark on a memorable full-day tour from Aix-en-Provence to the picturesque Luberon Valley, an enchanting region known for its charming and unique hilltop villages. On Sundays only, your journey begins with a stop in the lovely town of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Stroll through its lively open-air market, where you’ll find local artisans, fresh produce, and antiques. Take a leisurely walk along the canals, and don’t forget to explore the many antique shops that make this town famous. On saturdays only, discover the provencal market in the city of Apt, famous for the candied-fruits production. On Tuesdays only, spend time in the dry-stone built village Gordes for the market. On the other days, a photo stop will be organised from the panoramic viewpoint of Gordes. Enjoy the magnificent hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the village. From mid-June to mid-July only, stop at the Senanque Abbey to take pictures of the blooming lavender fields. Continue your journey to the picturesque village of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, known for its stunning natural springs and tranquil beauty. Then, head to the colorful village of Roussillon (market on thursdays), famous for its striking ochre cliffs and vibrant red, orange, and yellow colours. Make your way back through the Lourmarin scenic route that offers stunning views of the Luberon landscape. Stop in Lourmarin (market on fridays), Famous for its Renaissance castle, Lourmarin invites you to wander its charming streets and enjoy some free time to explore the village at your own pace. Please note that the stops and their order will vary depending on the market days in each village : Gordes - market on Tuesday. Roussillon - market on Thursday. Lourmarin - market on Friday. Apt - market on Saturday. L'Isle sur la Sorgue - market on Sunday. Lunch on your own during the day.

Embark on a memorable full-day tour from Marseille to the picturesque Luberon Valley, an enchanting region known for its charming and unique hilltop villages. On Sundays only, your journey begins with a stop in the lovely town of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Stroll through its lively open-air market, where you’ll find local artisans, fresh produce, and antiques. Take a leisurely walk along the canals, and don’t forget to explore the many antique shops that make this town famous. On saturdays only, discover the provencal market in the city of Apt, famous for the candied-fruits production. On Tuesdays only, spend time in the dry-stone built village Gordes for the market. On the other days, a photo stop will be organised from the panoramic viewpoint of Gordes. Enjoy the magnificent hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the village. From mid-June to mid-July only, stop at the Senanque Abbey to take pictures of the blooming lavender fields. Continue your journey to the picturesque village of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, known for its stunning natural springs and tranquil beauty. Then, head to the colorful village of Roussillon (market on thursdays), famous for its striking ochre cliffs and vibrant red, orange, and yellow colours. Make your way back through the Lourmarin scenic route that offers stunning views of the Luberon landscape. Stop in Lourmarin (market on fridays), Famous for its Renaissance castle, Lourmarin invites you to wander its charming streets and enjoy some free time to explore the village at your own pace. Please note that the stops and their order will vary depending on the market days in each village : Gordes - market on Tuesday. Roussillon - market on Thursday. Lourmarin - market on Friday. Apt - market on Saturday. L'Isle sur la Sorgue - market on Sunday. Lunch on your own during the day. NB : On certain days, a quick drive through Aix en Provence to pick up and drop off passengers may be included.

Embark on a fascinating tour exploring and appreciating lavenders, the emblematic plant of Provence, and visit charming villages to enjoy a traditional open-air market and scenic landscapes. Stroll through a vibrant open-air market held in different towns throughout the week. Browse the stalls showcasing a variety of fruits, vegetables, and handicrafts. Travel along picturesque roads through wild lavender fields to Sault OR Roussillon (depending on the flowering stage). Visit Gordes, a a stunning hilltop village in Luberon, renowned for its beautiful dry-stone architecture. Capture the beauty of Senanque Abbey, surrounded by a magnificent lavender field (depending on the flowering stage). During the blooming season, an additional photo stop in sunflower fields will be included in the itinerary. A la Française reserves the right to modify the programm according to the lavender's blooming stage. Suitable footwear is recommended.

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 5.30 and 6 pm.

Each day we start from a different village depending on the market. At Fontaine de Vaucluse we can admire the Sorgue river and take a walk to its source. The viewpoint near the villages of Gordes will allow us to take the most beautiful pictures of the Provencal landscapes. On Tuesday, free time in the village of Gordes to enjoy the market day. We will go to Roussillon (market on Thursday), the houses are coloured in red because of the ochre production present in its past. And in Lourmarin, a nice walk in the village will make us discover the beautiful square, local products and chich bootiques. Special every Sunday: the tour will last 1 hour longer to visit the market of l'Isle sur la Sorgue, the biggest antique market in the region. Free time to explore all the villages.

Everything is possible! We adapt to your desires. In half or full day, you can choose what pleases you the most. We invite you to craft your own private journey through La Provence. Whether you're drawn to both nature and urban exploration in a single day, wish to experience the sea and the mountains, enjoy a boat ride or wander through the lanes of a medieval town, visit a vineyard or explore a loc al market – your preferences shape the adventure. Opt for a half-day or full-day tour tailored to what captivates you most. Discover Marseille with its oldest district, Le Panier, brimming with street art, museums, exotic markets, monuments, and historical buildings. Embrace the great outdoors with a hike in the Calanques National Park, scenic drives along the Gineste or Crêtes routes, or a boat tour of Cassis and the park's stunning calanques. Aix-en-Provence awaits with its thousand fountains and elegant mansions, along with the medieval village charm, Cézanne's legacy, and the majestic Sainte Victoire mountain. Indulge in the refined beauty of Château Lacoste or Château de la Gaude with their vineyards and art exhibitions. And discover the flavour of the best rosé wines in the world near Le Castellet ou Bandol beautiful villages. Venture into the Luberon to visit hilltop medieval villages like Gordes, the ochres of Roussillon, the serene lavender fields (Juin - August), and the Senanque Abbey. Explore Fontaine de Vaucluse, the markets and antiquities of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, join a cooking workshop in the Halles d'Avignon, or follow the Côtes du Rhône wine route and taste presigeous wines as Chateauneuf du Papes, Gigondas, Cairanne, Vacqueyras and others Discover Arles, Les-Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, with their connections to Van Gogh and Nostradamus, and the remnants of Roman and Celtic ruins. Let us know your desires; we are dedicated to fulfilling them.

Discover various landscapes, experience local lifestyle & immerse in different ambiances in Provence without running. My goal is to make you happy & unwid. According to your expectations, pickup location, day energy & mood we will fix together the perfect itinerary selecting & mixing these visits: COUNTRYSIDE: peaceful nature, hilltop authentic villages, wine tasting, incredible landscapes, game of pétanque with regional appetizers..just like locals do ! (around Sainte Victoire mountain or Le Castellet) MARSEILLE: Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde basilica, amazing view over the sea & the city, walk in the vibrant Old Port AIX-EN-PROVENCE: little chic town, perfect for strolling & shopping CASSIS: boat ride to visit the incredible Calanques, strolling & lunch in the pictoresque port or beach time. Drive on Cap Canaille, the biggest cliff in Europe, a glass of wine with a stunning view there of all the Mediterranean.. Ready for this unforgettable day with Happy Day in Provence? :) Pickup locations : upon request in Provence: it can be a hotel, train station, cruise port in Marseille, Toulon or Seyne-sur-mer or the airport.

Embark on a full-day journey through the best of Luberon from Avignon, visiting picturesque towns and places. Enjoy a delightful shared picnic with fresh, local produce in the high season. Begin with a 30-minute drive to L’Isle sur la Sorgue and its canals (L’Isle sur la Sorgue will be replaced by Fontaine de Vaucluse when the spring will flow over the rocks for a very picturesque scenery). Then visit the ochre’s Mines of Bruoux, a former quarry where ochre was extracted during 200 years. A guide will give all the information you need to know about this magnificent place, then enjoy the Provençal picnic with fresh products from local farms only. After picnic, walk in Roussillon, where you will explore the vibrant, narrow streets of this colorful village, then a brief drive will lead to Gordes, recognized as the world's most beautiful village by Travel & Leisure magazine. We will stop first at a fantastic viewpoint over the village, then you will have a 30-minute free time in Gordes. Conclude with an hour's drive back to Avignon, carrying memories of France’s most picturesque spots.

Visit the différent small villages of: Lourmarin ( beautiful renaissance castle) Bonnieux (unlimited views of the Luberon valley) Roussillon (the ocre village with orange houses as well as the ocre path if you fancy walking on the trail) Gordes (typical hilltop village with stunning views. This is a photo stop only of that village)Fontaine de Vaucluse L'Isle sur la Sorgue (the antic village called the little Venice of the Luberon with the many waterwheels set on the Sorgue river) A good mix of small villages perched on top of cliffs as well as typical provençal villages - Depending of the day, possibilities to spend time in different markets Lourmarin: Friday Roussillon: Thursday Gordes: Tuesday L'Isle sur la Sorgue: Sundays