On the lavender road
The most beautiful way to experience the lavender season...
- Duration: 8-9 h
- Season: Mid-June to mid-July
The best way to experience lavender season.
Discover one of France’s most beautiful landscapes: the Valensole Plateau, when lavender is at its peak.
Your day begins with an immersive stroll among the lavender fields, then continues at an artisanal distillery, where you’ll learn how essential oils are made. Lunch is planned at a local bistro on the Valensole Plateau.
In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, recognized as one of France’s Most Beautiful Villages, with free time to wander at your own pace.
To round off the day, we finish with a wine tasting at a local wine estate in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.
Highlights
- Valensole at peak bloom, with plenty of time to stop and enjoy
- An artisanal distillery visit and an introduction to essential oils
- Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, with free time to explore
- A wine tasting at the estate to end the day on a relaxed note
Ideal for:
Couples, friends, and families who want to experience lavender at the perfect time, with the ideal mix of wide-open landscapes, local craftsmanship, a beautiful village, and a relaxed tasting.
Included:
- Private transportation in a comfortable van
- Local guide (French/English)
- Visit to an artisanal distillery (lavender / essential oils)
- Wine tasting at a local estate
- Bottled water
Not included:
- Lunch
- Personal purchases (shop items, souvenirs)
