Tours/Nice/The Grand Canyon of Europe and Its Lavender Fields Small group
Viator · group up to 8 pax

The Grand Canyon of Europe and Its Lavender Fields Small group

4.5(91)Nice1 hour
VIATOR4.4(58)TRIPADVISOR4.5(33)

Description

Discover the beauty of the Grand Canyon of Europe, Georges du Verdon, the lavender fields (from mid-June to mid-July) , The incredible Lake Saint-Croix, The Medieval village of Moustier, The village of Castellane on a full-day excursion with a professional local guide aboard a comfortable, recent vehicle. Depart from Nice, passing through the Gorges du Loup, arrive in Castellane and get free time to see the famous rock. Then, visit the biggest canyon in Europe with its many unbelievable point of views. Enjoy a lunch in Moustier, the capital of Fayence. Discover the lavender fields during the season of Lavender (from mid-June to mid-July) Depending on the weather conditions and your wishes, your driver/guide may offer you free time at the lakeside instead of the walk in the village of Moustier. At your convenience !

Tour Options

The Grand Canyon of Europe and Its Lavender Fields Small group
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included30 min

Admire the very picturesque waterfalls of the Saut du Loup with emerald colored pools. Located inside the Gorges du Loup (Canyon of Wolf) take advantage of this opportunity to capture unique photos (entrance to the waterfalls included in the price)

45 min

You will join Castellane through the French Alps and enjoy free time in this village located at the gates of the Verdon Gorges and nestled at the foot of its famous rock culminating at 180 meters with its church perched at the top.

30 min

Follow the Verdon River, named after its surprising turquoise green color, to the canyon considered the most beautiful in Europe. Enjoy the spectacular and breathtaking views of the depths of the gorges which reach depths of up to 700 meters. Your driver guide will take you to the end of the canyon to enjoy a photo stop at a point overlooking Lake Sainte-Croix.

60 min

admiring the natural environment, the high rocks and the views

120 min

Stop at Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France, known for its rich history of ceramic crafts. Take the time to enjoy a lunch and take a walk.

45 min

Stroll through the lavender fields during the season (roughly mid-June to mid-July, depending on the year) and take unique photos

60 min

Depending on the weather conditions and your wishes, your driver/guide may offer you free time at the lakeside instead of the walk in the village of Moustier. At your convenience !

Highlights

Waterfalls entrance
Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
Accomodation pickup and drop-off
Professional Driver/Guide for the full day

What's included

Included
Waterfalls entrance
Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
Accomodation pickup and drop-off
Professional Driver/Guide for the full day
Not included
Food and drinks

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup service provided from hotel, accommodation or address of your choice in Nice.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Lavender season is from mid-June to mid-July (depending on the weather conditions)
  • Take your camera for the beautifull landscapes
  • Good shoes are better
  • This tour is available only from Nice
  • You can bring your swimsuits as there is a stop at the lake
  • This tour can not be provided for cruise travelers

Reviews(91)

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lariahp2026
July 3, 2026
Amazing experience!

Stéphane made the experience what it was! I loved seeing the countryside and learning all about Nice and the surrounding area from him. The sightseeing was gorgeous and it was a perfect small group. 10/10 would do it again

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon on the French Riviera..

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183ameliep
July 3, 2026
Breathtaking!

We had the most beautiful day in the company of our guide Stéphane. Impressed by his knowledge and understanding of the region. To our disappointment, the lavender fields had just been cut, but nothing was beyond his reach, and he found us a field that was still intact to take our photos. Thanks again!! I warmly recommend this tour for families or friends. Easy, friendly, and the landscapes are simply breathtaking.

Operator response

Merci pour votre agréable commentaire sur votre journée. Nous espérons vous revoir bientôt sur la Côte d'Azur.

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Jody_K
July 2, 2026
A wonderful day trip from Nice

My daughter and I really enjoyed this day trip, which included pickup and drop off at our vacay rental. Our guide Daniel was friendly and shared history insights on our way. We especially loved the views of the Gorge and the stop to see the lavender fields in the Valensole area. Be aware that the drive includes many winding roads and switchbacks, so prepare if you tend to motion sickness. Our group of eight plus Daniel fit comfortably in the vehicle and the AC was solid on a day of very high heat.

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon. French Riviera...

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Tiffany W
June 29, 2026
Amazing experience

I really enjoyed this day trip. All of the stops were exactly as planned with some room for spontaneous fun along the way. The mountain roads are VERY winding so you if get car sick, this might be a trip you want to skip. If you can stand the car trip, the views and total experience is worth it.

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon French Riviera...

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Tess_F
June 29, 2026
Great experience

This was a great tour - all sites were beautiful and Daniel was a wonderful guide. The Gorge didn’t disappoint, one of the most beautiful things I’ve seen!

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon French Riviera...

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Michael_E
June 27, 2026
Catherine was great. She...

Catherine was great. She is very knowledgeable about the history and legends of the area. All of the spots we visited were excellent. We had free time in the villages. While it would have been great to spend even more time in the villages, this tour packs in a lot and there was so much beauty to see. We would definitely recommend this tour.

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon French Riviera...

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joannetV4876IN
June 27, 2026
Must visit!!!

Ruben was great guided! He was professional, very knowledgeable and friendly. The trip itself was amazing! The views along the way, the lavender fields and the refreshing lake for a swim at the end topped it all.

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon on the French Riviera..

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annepE5959TU
June 26, 2026
Absolutely recommended.

We would like to express a truly honest recommendation. Our guide was Ruben, and it was a pleasant and wonderful trip from start to finish. You are picked up from your accommodation, and it immediately begins with many beautiful views and stops. There are plenty of souvenir and snack stops, as well as the opportunity to visit a restroom. If you want to spend your time by the lake and not in Moustier, you should buy souvenirs in Castellane. The lavender field was the absolute highlight, and we could simply take our time and take photos. The van was absolutely luxurious and well air-conditioned, but not too cold. At no time did we feel rushed. A big thank you.

Operator response

Vielen Dank für Ihre freundliche Bewertung Ihres Tages. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder an der Côte d’Azur begrüßen zu dürfen.

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scaliselisa
June 23, 2026
Scenic Tour

Catherine, our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. The tour had multiple stops, some just photo ops and others for a longer period. Very beautiful scenery and cute little villages. There was an option to swim at the lake. A few people on this tour rented a paddle boat. After the last stop it’s about 2 hours back to Nice. It is a long day, but worth it. However, I would not recommend doing the tour in the middle of a heat wave or if you suffer from care sickness. Lots of twists and turns as you climb the mountain side and it was 33 degrees + humidity.

Operator response

Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon on the French Riviera..

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Abbey_D
June 8, 2026
Look at the schedule...

Look at the schedule provided in the booking, we saw so many beautiful places and were on schedule the entire trip. I loved going with my partner and feel it would also be great with a group of friends. I also recommend getting some anti-nausea meds for the ride because the ride isn’t always smooth. Loved our guide, he was amazing!

Operator response

Hello, Thank you for your pleasant review about your day. We hope to see you again soon on the French Riviera.....

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