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The 15 Best Provence & Lavender Day Trips

85 tours  ·  from $41 a head

The Valensole fields flower for about four weeks from late June, and there is nothing to photograph either side of that. These 15 cover the lavender runs, the Verdon gorge and the Camargue, with pickup points and honest flowering notes.

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

1.Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

★★★★★★★★★★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 - Riding the convertible 4x4
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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 $58

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 - Roussillon brings the strongest colors
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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 - Pan bagnat and the first taste of Nice
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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 - Lourmarin, the graceful first stop
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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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Avignon: Pont du Gard, Saint Remy and Les Baux Half-Day Tour - Saint-Rémy-de-Provence: one hour for a town walk
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Avignon: Pont du Gard, Saint Remy and Les Baux Half-Day Tour

10.Pont du Gard, Saint Remy and Les Baux Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 272 reviews · 5 hours · from $104

Travel from Avignon in an eight-seat air-conditioned minibus with an English or French-speaking guide. Walk through Saint-Rémy, explore hilltop Les Baux-de-Provence, and visit the Pont du Gard. Guides such as Emile, Flo, Florian, and Rémi are known for strong local knowledge and friendly care. Expect beautiful sights, short drives, and limited free time.

“Our guide, Florian, was excellent. His command of English and his knowledge of the area were both first class. We visited all the sites as advertised. When booking we were well aware that in visiting three sites in one afternoon, time at each one would be limited, but we felt that we were well informed prior to each arrival, and each visit was a pleasure.”

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From Marseille: Valensole Lavender Full-Day tour - Several fields, not just one photo stop
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From Marseille: Valensole Lavender Full-Day tour

11.Valensole Lavender Full-Day tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 259 reviews · 9 hours · from $187

Travel from Marseille in a small minivan with an English or French-speaking guide such as Paolo, Alex, Mira, or Elias. Visit Valensole lavender fields, a local producer, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, the Verdon River, and possibly Lake Croix. Bring sturdy shoes, sun protection, water, and a swimsuit.

“It was very good planed. felt more like a Family trip because we were 6 people in total inclusive the guide. #TeamMaurice The Lavender fields were awesome and the visit of little village Moustiers-Sainte-Marie was very beautiful”

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La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink - Boarding at Charles-de-Gaulle quay
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La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink

12.La Grande Motte: Camargue Sunset Catamaran Tour with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 259 reviews · from $51Best value

Set sail from La Grande Motte’s Charles-de-Gaulle quay for a two-hour sunset cruise toward the Camargue. You’ll have a welcome cocktail or soft drink, tapenade, sunbeds, and views of the coast as daylight fades. The French-speaking crew handles the sailing, while optional cheese, charcuterie, or vegetarian boxes add a simple meal for two.

“We had a really nice time, the staff were friendly, but it's a shame we weren't told where we were going, the captain's communication was average. We'd still be happy to do it again”

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Luberon Market & Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence - Senanque Abbey and the lavender calendar
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Luberon Market & Villages Day Trip from Aix-en-Provence

13.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 Lavender Fields Tour from Aix-en-Provence - Valensole between June 10 and July 15
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Provence Lavender Fields Tour from Aix-en-Provence

14.Provence Lavender Fields Tour from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 4 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $108

Travel from Aix-en-Provence in an air-conditioned minibus with up to eight people. Choose a four-hour Valensole visit or a full day with Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Sault, Gordes, lavender producers, and possible time at Lake Sainte-Croix. Guides such as Anthony, Coco, Rémy, and Rebecca add local stories, photo help, and practical care.

“Coco was such an enthusiastic tour guide who genuinely wanted to share with us the beauty of Provence, especially during the lavender season. She was very engaged and informative the whole time, and was very accommodating with stops as we spotted different photo opportunities along the drive. She went out of the way to help book tables for those on the tour who wanted a sit down lunch at Moustier St Marie, as the busy season meant potentially long wait time at restaurants and cafes. The itinerary was great - we saw lots of lavender fields in full bloom, a picturesque village, and swam in Gorges de Verdun. On the…”

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From Nice: Gorges du Verdon Guided Tour - Saut du Loup starts the countryside run
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From Nice: Gorges du Verdon Guided Tour

15.Gorges du Verdon Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 238 reviews · 10 hours · from $163

Spend 10 hours traveling from Nice through the Gorges du Loup, Castellane and the Verdon Gorge with a driver-guide. You will stop at viewpoints, Saut du Loup waterfall, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Lake Sainte-Croix. Guides including Isa, Laurent, Stéphane and Ruben are frequently praised for flexible stops and local insight.

“We absolutely loved the tour and our guide !! The views were absolutely breathtaking like nothing I have ever seen before. The small towns were gorgeous and the gorges were beautiful. Last minute weather changed but our guide saved the day and took us to a more secluded swimming spot that was amazing. Van was clean and cool in the summer heat and our guide was super knowledgeable and amazing to chat to !! 5 stars best day of our whole trip”

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