A day in the Lavenders and Villages of Provence
Description
⚠️ New vehicle from March 2026! Hello dear visitor, my name is Arnaud and will be your native Guide of this magnificent Provence. Among the 5 tours I offer, I take you today to the lavender fields of Provence and to 2 typical villages that are Gordes and Roussillon. I will first take you to the Abbey of Senanque, an 11th century building with magnificent lavender fields managed by the monks. You will then spend free time in the village of Gordes, built of dry stone on a rocky promontory. Then we will make a quick stop at the iconic viewpoint on the village before a picnic consisting of fresh produce from local farms. We will then enjoy the magnificent lavender fields of the Plateau des Claparèdes and Velleron, all with Mont Ventoux as a backdrop, interspersed with a visit to the village of Roussillon, with its facades entirely composed of ochre, giving it its unique color.
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Itinerary
After about 30 minutes drive from Avignon, stop in a large lavender field around the village of Velleron, with a breathtaking view of Mont Ventoux. Then about 45 minutes drive to Roussillon.
Visit the village entirely coloured with ochre and listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France, also having a nice panorama over the valley. Then about 15 minutes drive to the picnic area of Murs.
Picnic stop near the village of Murs, with stunning views of the valley. The picnic will consist only of fresh produce from local farms. Then 10 to 15 minutes drive to Sénanque Abbey.
Stop at the Abbaye de Sénanque, where you will be fascinated by the beauty of its architecture, its history, but especially its lavender fields with the abbey as a backdrop, giving an artistic touch to your photos. Then 15 minutes drive to Gordes.
1 hour of free time in the village of Gordes to allow you to walk in the cobblestone streets of one of the most beautiful villages in France. Then 5 minutes drive to the viewpoint on the village of Gordes.
Iconic photo stop on the village of Gordes and its dry stone constructions on the rocky promontory overlooking the valley. Then 15 minutes drive to the last lavender field.
Stop in a magnificent lavender field located in the town of Oppède, with a magnificent view of the surrounding farm and the Luberon massif in the background. Then about 45 minutes to 1 hour drive back to Avignon. Note: depending on the flowering and cutting of the lavender, this field can be replaced by another lavender field located on the Plateau des Claparèdes, 30 minutes drive from Gordes and 1h15 from Avignon.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
Beautiful villages. We enjoyed seeing all of them , but especially Roussillon. The ochre colored buildings and the surrounding scenery were breathtaking. We had a lovely picnic lunch too.
Very enjoyable day. He was a very personable fellow with making us feel comfortable and shared his knowledge.
Rain ? Where ? It never rains here.. 😁 Thank you so much Susan, it was a good day despite the weather. I am happy you enjoyed your kind of private tour ! All the best for you and Martha.
Leisurely experience sightseeing and exploring the villages of luberon valley. Scenic and colorful. Recommend it
Hello Sameer, Thank you very much for this great review ! I wish you a happy new year for you and your family.
Incroyables sélection de beaux endroits du Luberon - Arnaud était fantastique et a rendu la visite meilleure que prévu. 10/10 j'y retournerai Wonderful selection of beautiful spots in Luberon — Arnaud was great and ensured the tour was better than expected. 10/10 will book again!
Hello Nathan, thank you very much for this review! It was a pleasure! There is so much to see and visit here so I hope you will be back here for another tour!
