From Aix: Day Trip to Valensole Lavender Fields in Provence

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From Aix: Day Trip to Valensole Lavender Fields in Provence
Top rated
4.7058825 out of 5 stars
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4.7058825 out of 5 stars
34 reviews

Experience the sights and scents of the Valensole plateau lavender fields on this half-day tour from Aix-en-Provence. Discover local lavender products at a traditional lavender distillery.

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Duration 3.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

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Lisa – Australia

We loved it and Carolyn was a great guide knowledgeable and fun.

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Carolina – Panama

Awesome! Camille was a fantastic guide! We enjoy the tour Thank you

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    300 Av. Giuseppe Verdi

  • Van

    (50 minutes)

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    Plateau de Valensole

    Break time, Photo stop, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

  • Valensole

    Free time, Shopping (30 minutes)

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    300 Av. Giuseppe Verdi

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Spend some free time relaxing in fields of lavender and sunflowers
  • Stop for pictures of stunning views along the Provence Lavender road
  • Learn the secrets to producing products from lavender at a distillery
  • Have the chance to purchase essential oils, olive oil, and honey
  • Discover the difference between lavender and lavendin flowers

Full description

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.

Includes

  • Transportation from Aix-en-Provence
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Meals and drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions
  • Tips for the driver/guide

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Your guide will pick you up in front of the Aix en Provence Tourism Office.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • The tour is operated in English
  • Please note that the lavender can be pruned before the official end of season
  • Please inform the activity provider about the age of your child and if you need a seat
  • The tour requires minimum 2 participants to operate
  • In case the minimum numbers have not reached, the tour will be rescheduled or refunded
  • This activity operates rain or shine

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 34 reviews

Review summary

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Lisa – AustraliaJuly 13, 2023 – Verified booking
We loved it and Carolyn was a great guide knowledgeable and fun.
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Carolina – PanamaJuly 15, 2024 – Verified booking
Awesome! Camille was a fantastic guide! We enjoy the tour Thank you
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Maria – United StatesAugust 19, 2024 – Verified booking
The tour was excellent!!!! I was so happy to see and walk through lavender fields. Thanks!!!!

Product ID: 411926

Activity provider:Ophorus

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