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From Marseille: Lavender Full-Day Valensole

From Marseille: Lavender Full-Day Valensole

Drive to the famous Valensole Plateau and pass by picturesque roads lined with golden wheat and blue lavender fields. Enjoy many photo stops and free time to discover this traditional Provencal village. As you drive, listen to your driver give insightful information and knowledge about fine lavender. Get picked up by your driver and discover the fields of Lavender in Valensole. Learn all about the uses of lavender, how to recognize its quality, and the many uses for the essential oil it creates. Make a stop at a local producer and test your knowledge. Afterwards, take some free time to explore Moustiers Sainte Marie, famous for its ceramics workshops and delight in a delicious lunch at your own cost. Breathe in the scent of relaxation and take a day from Marseille. Possibility to swim in the lake, do not forget to bring your swimsuit and a towel.

From Aix-en-Provence: Lavender Day Trip to Valensole

From Aix-en-Provence: Lavender Day Trip to Valensole

Drive through the valley of the Durance River and discover the Plateau of Valensole specializing in the cultivation of lavandin, where small roads wind through the fields of flowers. Many stops will be included by the fields in bloom. Stop at a farmer/ producer's place with lavender and lavandin essential oils, olive oil and lavender honey. Stop in the perched village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, so famous for its earthen ware workshops (free time for visit and lunch not included). In the afternoon, continue to the breathtaking opening of the River Verdon. Stop in the lavender fields for a photo. Have free time in the picturesque village of Sainte Croix du Verdon by Sainte Croix Lake, and possibly swim or sunbathe before going back to Aix-en-Provence.

From Aix: Day Trip to the Provence Valensole Lavender Fields

From Aix: Day Trip to the Provence Valensole Lavender Fields

Travel along the lavender road on the Valensole plateau on this half-day tour from Aix-en-Provence. Capture pictures in the lavender and sunflower fields. Uncover the secrets to making lavender products at a local lavender distillery. Meet your guide at a centrally-located spot in the city of Aix-en-Provence. Ride in a comfortable and air-conditioned minibus to the Valensole plateau. Stop for pictures a stunning locations along the lavender road.  Have some free time to take pictures and enjoy the lavender and sunflower fields which bloom between June and July. Visit a local lavender distillery to find out how lavendin essential oils, olive oil, and honey are made. After your visit to the local producer, understand the difference between Lavender and lavendin. Return to your starting point in Aix-en-Provence at the end of your tour.

From Nice: Full-Day Provence and Lavender Tour

From Nice: Full-Day Provence and Lavender Tour

Discover the highlights of Provence on a full-day tour. Appreciate the region's architecture and the sweet brightness of the famous lavender fields.  Visit Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, voted one of the most beautiful villages in France, filled with ramparts, fountains, and an ancient aqueduct. Photograph the world-famous lavender plateaus and then go on a guided tour of a lavender processing plant located in the heart of the field. Lac de Sainte-Croix is located in a wooded setting at the foot of the Gorges du Verdon between the Alpes de Haute Provence and Var, this artificial reservoir of clear and pure water is a jealously guarded quality and one of the most beautiful lakes in Provence.

From Aix: Lavender Fields and Gorges du Verdon Boat Picnic

From Aix: Lavender Fields and Gorges du Verdon Boat Picnic

I’m inviting you to spend a really sensational day. The beauty of the lavender fields is indescribable. You will have enough time to take pictures, smell the flowers, admire the nature and taste 3 local wines. This unic landscape is worth to be explored. I will take you to one of my favorite spots where I go with my family or friends. We will go to Gorges du Verdon, the biggest canyon in all Europe. You will have free time for a picnic on your electric boat navigating on the fabulous lake (from 1 to 3 hours). It is really something to see ! The next stop is the perched village Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon with its incredible view on the Sainte Croix lake and the canyon, so, so pictoresque! Hope to see you soon for this unforgettable day!* *If you don't feel having the boat trip, I will bring you to the Moustiers-Sainte-Marie village instead. It's a very old and charming Provencal village.

From Aix: Gorges du Verdon Highlights Tour with Boat Picnic

From Aix: Gorges du Verdon Highlights Tour with Boat Picnic

I’m inviting you to spend a really sensational day. The beauty of Gorges du Verdon Grand Canyon is indescribable. You will have enough time to take pictures of the landscape and stroll in the amazing village Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon with its incredible view on the Sainte Croix lake and the canyon, so, so pictoresque! This unic landscape is worth to be explored. I will take you to one of my favorite spots where I go with my family or friends. We will go to Gorges du Verdon, the biggest canyon in all Europe. You will have free time for a picnic on your electric boat navigating on the fabulous lake (from 1 to 3 hours). It is really something to see ! But you if you don't feel having the boat trip or just do it quickly, I will bring you to the Moustiers-Sainte-Marie village instead. It's a very old and charming Provencal village, a real journey to the past to disciver the authentic Provence. Hope to see you soon for this unforgettable day!

Seté: Bike Rental

Seté: Bike Rental

Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or a casual explorer, our bike rental service is tailored to meet your needs. Choose from our fleet of well-maintained bikes, suitable for various preferences and skill levels. From comfortable cruisers for a relaxed ride to performance bikes for cycling enthusiasts, we have the right bike for you. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a beginner, our team is ready to provide expert guidance on the best cycling routes. Explore the beauty of the Côte d'Azur with insider tips from our experienced staff.

Gorges du Verdon & Plateau de Valensole

Gorges du Verdon & Plateau de Valensole

Let me take you to the famous plateau of Valensole where you will be able to enjoy the gorgeous lavender fields (only in june & july ) We will stop at a local farm to be able to purchase products such as olive oil , almond and smell the different lavender essential oils. I will then take you to Moustier St marie, a lovely nested village in the mountains where you can have lunch as your leisure. This time is yours. We will drive to the turquoise Ste Croix lake for an exceptional view of the Verdon Gorges.

Wild Alps, Verdon Canyon, Moustiers village, Lavender fields

Wild Alps, Verdon Canyon, Moustiers village, Lavender fields

Treat yourself to this tour rich in history, wild nature, unforgettable landscapes in the heart of the Alps; the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croie, the medieval village of Moustiers Sainte Marie, and the lavender fields as far as the eye can see. Once the customers have been picked up, we head towards the Gorges du Verdon located in Provence, in the Southern Alps. These gorges are dug by the VERDON river over a distance of 25 km, forming canyons up to 700 meters deep. These gorges are a tourist hotspot that attract admirers of natural landscapes, to practice sports (boating, white water, climbing, hiking, etc.), or to observe the protected fauna and flora within the Verdon regional natural park . We make several stops along these sublime roads to immortalize these landscapes and these moments. We follow the course of the VERDON to the SAINTE CROIX lake. This reservoir is the fourth largest in France in terms of surface area (around 2,200 ha). The lake has become a center of summer tourism, it is very popular for aquatic leisure activities, and for its beautiful turquoise waters. There are many pedal boats and various boats from June to September. We have our lunch at the Medieval village MOUSTIERS SAINTE MARIE, classified among the most beautiful villages in France, you will have free time to visit and discover this 5th century wonder. Known for its ceramic workshops during the 17th and 18th century, you can visit the famous Earthenware Museum inaugurated in 1930. Don't forget to admire the famous Moustiers star suspended by a 135 meter long chain stretched between two mountains, several tens of meters above the ground. Whose explanations of its existence are around 17 legends. Two other must-see monuments in this village are: The Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption parish church is classified as a historic monument, built between 1336 and 1361. The Notre-Dame-de-Beauvoir chapel, located at the top of the village and which offers a magnificent view of the entire Valensole plateau with its lavender fields. This is Our next stop to admire and stroll in the middle of the lavender fields. Lavandin is the most famous crop on the plateau. Yet endangered for 30 years by foreign competition, it is used for the manufacture of Marseille soap, used by local beekeepers during flowering (June-July) to extract the famous lavender honey, distilled for perfume or scents and formerly for its medicinal virtues. We drive around the Sainte Croix lake to take photos before heading towards our starting point. On the road we stop at one of the Var vineyards for a wine tasting if we are in time. (optional). NB: the lavender fields only flower in June and July depending on climatic conditions and rainfall.

Lavender Fields Tour

Lavender Fields Tour

Go on a Provençal visit with typical scenery of our beautiful region! Cross and photograph the lavender fields known worldwide for their vibrant color in summer: the Plateau de Valensole. Escape to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France” with its ramparts, fountains and aqueduct. Known for its craftsmanship on earthenware in shades of blue but also and above all for its star suspended in the void which gives it the look of a Christmas nativity scene. Finally, the Lake of Sainte-Croix, one of the most beautiful lakes in Provence, a lake of clear and pure water.

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