The 12 Best Provence & Lavender Day Trips

Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour - The Wolf Gorge and the stop in Castellane

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,975 reviews · from $125Our pick

Spend nine hours with a bilingual driver-guide exploring the Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Lake Sainte-Croix, and Provence’s lavender country. Guides such as Roman, Matt, Justine, and Dritan are praised for clear explanations, photo stops, and careful driving. Hotel pickup, private options, and paddle boating may be available.

“Fantastic tour thanks to Raphaël, who drove brilliantly and took great care to make sure we would all be well during the long journey. The time went very quickly, the gorge is absolutely amazing. Great viewpoints and lots of help taking photos and videos. Excellent driving and very hospitable and knowledgable host for the day. It was so nice to be able to practise my French too. The highlight of my week in the Côte d’Azur!”

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From Arles: Half-Day 4x4 Camargue Safari - Ponds, marshes, and the search for flamingos

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From Arles: Half-Day 4×4 Camargue Safari

2.Half-Day 4×4 Camargue Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,772 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Spend four hours exploring the Camargue with a local English or French speaking guide such as Olivier, Sandra, Flavio, or Patrice. Travel by safari-style 4x4 through marshes, ponds, rice fields, and private land to see horses, bulls, flamingos, and other birds, with time in Saintes Maries de la Mer.

“Just longer but maybe for some people it's long enough. Guide ( a lady( was brilliant .”

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Camargue: Half-Day 4x4 Guided Safari Adventure - The breeding ranch and Camargue’s famous animals

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Camargue: Half-Day 4×4 Guided Safari Adventure

3.Camargue: Half-Day 4×4 Guided Safari Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 846 reviews · 3h 30m · from $75

Spend 210 minutes exploring the Camargue with an English or French-speaking guide such as Alex, Tristan, Romane, or Johan. Ride an open-roof 4x4 to a breeding ranch, marshes, rice fields, canals, and Aigues-Mortes, then taste five wines, bull saucisson, fougasse, juices, and other local treats.

“We really enjoyed our guided safari tour and the information that the guide gave us was fascinating. We visited places you wouldn't normally get to see as a tourist and it gave a great insight into the Carmargue. We would thoroughly recommend it.”

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3.5 Hour Camargue 4x4 Safari from Le Grau-du Roi - From salt flats and marshes to rice fields

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3.5 Hour Camargue 4×4 Safari from Le Grau-du Roi

4.3.5 Hour Camargue 4×4 Safari from Le Grau-du Roi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 775 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $77

Spend about three hours touring the Camargue in a small 4x4 with a local driver-guide such as Alex, Anne, Mathias, or Rémi. Expect flamingos, white horses, bulls, marshes, rice fields, vineyards, and a tasting of five wines with local snacks. Morning and afternoon departures are available, with groups capped at 16.

“A superb afternoon with Romane our guide who was exceptional. D a kindness and who knows his job well. We have learned a lot. Strongly recommendAuto-translated”

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Camargue: Safari from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

5.Camargue: Safari from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 648 reviews · 2 hours · from $58Best value

Join Le Gitan Safari Photo du Delta for a two-hour private 4x4 tour from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Guides such as Luca, Olivier, Jose, and Claudio lead you through ponds, fields, bird habitat, and a bull farm while explaining Camargue culture. Bring water, sun protection, and a camera. The open vehicle can be tight and uncomfortable for some passengers.

“We had the most incredible tour and would highly recommend anyone going on this to see the Carmargue and learn and see all of its incredible animals and birds!”

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4x4 Camargue Safari 4h - Departure from Arles - On the tracks: horses, bulls, and birds

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4×4 Camargue Safari 4h – Departure from Arles

6.4×4 Camargue Safari 4h – Departure from Arles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 467 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend four hours exploring the Camargue from Arles in a small 4x4 with a local driver-guide. Expect rough tracks, rice fields, ranches, flamingos, white horses, black bulls, and stories about the region’s wildlife, farming, salt water, and bullfighting. Guides such as Michel, Olivier, Solenn, Dorian, and Johannes are praised for their English and local insight. A 30-minute stop in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is included.

“Absolutely amazing experience! Michel showed us the beauty of the Camargue with humour and an amazing amount of insight. He obviously loves the region and is very proud of its splendour.”

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Luberon Villages Half-Day Tour from Aix-en-Provence

7.Luberon Villages Half-Day Tour from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 414 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $127Top rated

Travel from central Aix-en-Provence in an air-conditioned minibus with an English-speaking guide and up to seven other people. You’ll explore Lourmarin, Roussillon, and Gordes, pause for photos in Bonnieux, pass Pont Julien, and hear local stories from guides such as Lucie, Corinne, Donato, and Jesse.

“Sabastian, our guide was wonderful! Very informative and friendly. The towns are super cute, wish we had a little more time in each town. We made two separate reservations for the same day and time, and our group ended up being scheduled on different vans, but they easily switched things around so that we could all be together! Very thankful for their flexibility.”

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Nice: Provencal Food Walking Tour with Tastings

8.Provencal Food Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 387 reviews · from $76

Meet your English- or French-speaking guide at Lou Balico for a three-hour walk through Nice’s food culture. You’ll sample pan bagnat, socca, pissaladière, niçois farçis, sweet chard pie, artisan macarons, and homemade ice cream. Guides including Leo, Héloïse, Sara, and Lilith also share local history and restaurant tips in a group of no more than 10.

“We had a fantastic time on the food tour in Nice with our guide, Leo. He was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the local cuisine and culture. We tried a wide variety of delicious Niçoise specialties, many of which we would have completely missed if we were just exploring on our own. Leo shared great stories behind each dish and the places we visited, which really brought everything to life. His enthusiasm and deep local insight made this much more than just a food tour, it felt like a true cultural experience. One small suggestion: it would be lovely if the guide also had portions to eat with the…”

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From Aix-en-Provence: Luberon Hilltop Villages Half-Day Tour

9.Luberon Hilltop Villages Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 369 reviews · 6 hours · from $123

Leave Aix-en-Provence by air-conditioned minibus for four Luberon villages: Lourmarin, Bonnieux, Roussillon, and Gordes. You will have free time in the main villages, a photo stop in Bonnieux, and scenic drives through Cézanne country. English and French guides include Adrian, Coco, Greg, Max, and Gabriella.

“From wandering the streets of Lourmarin to catching that perfect breeze in Bonnieux, appreciating the ochre colors of Roussillon and being on top of the world on the most beautiful village in the world in Gordes — Coco brought the Luberon to life with humor, insight, and heart. If you’re heading to Provence and want a soulful, enriching, joy-filled experience — Coco is the one. She doesn’t just show you Provence, she lets you feel it. Merci, Coco! À bientôt! 🌿💜”

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Luberon Market & Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

10.Luberon Market & Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 250 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Luberon villages by air-conditioned minibus, with free time in Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin, Apt, Ansouis, or Fontaine de Vaucluse depending on the day. English-speaking guides such as Rémy, Florence, Thomas, and Emmanuel share local history and practical tips. Market stops vary by weekday.

“This tour was absolutely amazing, Marion was a brilliant guide. We got to visit four different towns with a lovely break on an air-conditioned bus between each one. Marion was a really knowledgeable guide, very clear and great fun with lots of personal recommendations too!”

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Provence Wineries and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

11.Provence Wineries and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $228

Travel in an air-conditioned minibus with up to eight people, tasting wines at two Provence vineyards before exploring four Luberon villages. Guides such as Greg, Donato, Remy, Gabriella, and Thomas are praised for their regional insight. Expect a scenic, full 10-hour day with free time rather than constant guided walking.

“Excellent tour with a very knowledgeable tour guide, Susan, who went out if her way to make us feel comfortable. It was a shame that we did not get to see Rousillon due to extreme heat wave.”

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Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon

12.Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 143 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

From Avignon, join a small group of up to eight for an afternoon at the Pont du Gard, Orange’s Roman theater, and a Châteauneuf-du-Pape winery. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles transport, site admissions, and wine tasting. Guides such as Kelsey, Ann, Natalie, and Gordana have been praised for lively local insight.

“The explanation of the tour is exactly what you get. The tour took more than 4 hrs but the timing at each stop was perfect.”

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The 12 Best Provence & Lavender Day Trips

Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

1.Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

From Arles: Half-Day 4×4 Camargue Safari

2.Half-Day 4×4 Camargue Safari

Camargue: Half-Day 4×4 Guided Safari Adventure

3.Camargue: Half-Day 4×4 Guided Safari Adventure

3.5 Hour Camargue 4×4 Safari from Le Grau-du Roi

4.3.5 Hour Camargue 4×4 Safari from Le Grau-du Roi

Camargue: Safari from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

5.Camargue: Safari from Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

4×4 Camargue Safari 4h – Departure from Arles

6.4×4 Camargue Safari 4h – Departure from Arles

Luberon Villages Half-Day Tour from Aix-en-Provence

7.Luberon Villages Half-Day Tour from Aix-en-Provence

Nice: Provencal Food Walking Tour with Tastings

8.Provencal Food Walking Tour with Tastings

From Aix-en-Provence: Luberon Hilltop Villages Half-Day Tour

9.Luberon Hilltop Villages Half-Day Tour

Luberon Market & Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

10.Luberon Market & Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

Provence Wineries and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

11.Provence Wineries and Luberon Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon

12.Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon

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