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Discover the Villages of Luberon and the Lavender Fields

Activity - Holidays & weekends in Aix-en-Provence

Discover the Villages of Luberon and the Lavender Fields - Activity - Holidays & weekends in Aix-en-Provence
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avenue Giuseppe Verdi - Aix-en-Provence

Discover the Provencal backcountry by minibus. Spend the afternoon strolling through the beautiful villages of Lubéron, soaking up the colors and scents of Southern France ! Your minibus will set off from Aix en Provence for the village of Bonnieux. On the way, you'll pass through the Combe de Lourmarin, a natural valley carved by a river flowing from the Luberon mountain range. When you stop in Bonnieux, you'll get a splendid view of Cavalon valley, the Ventoux and Vaucluse mountains, as well as the small hilltop villages scattered throughout Luberon. The excursion then carries on towards Rousillon, crossing the Pont Julien on the way, a bridge built by the request of Julius Cesar. The minibus will make a stop-off here,  giving you time to take photos of the impressive 2,000-year-old edifice. You'll then visit the region's vast fields of lavender. Known locally as 'blue gold', its flowers possess a delicate scent that is eternally associated with the landscapes of Provence. After the lavender fields, you'll move on to explore Rousillon villageLocated on the site one of the world's largest ocher deposits, Rousillon has a distinct charm. Its buildings are built from different shades of the rock ;  the yellow, orange and red tones of the façades striking a stark contrast to the deep blue sky. The resulting effect is reminiscent of a painter's palette, and it's hardly surprising that Rousillon is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France ! At the end of your day, your driver will bring you back to Aix en Provence.

Rates

Discover the Villages of Luberon and the Lavender Fields
72 €
Pricing formulas
Adult (12 years +)
/
Child (4–11 years)

Practical information

Participants' profileAll ages
Good to knowActivity subject to weather conditions
Advantages

• The dramatic lavender fields on the Plateau de Claparèdes

• A panoramic view of the stunning landscape

• Visiting Rousillon, the town of ocher

• An authentic experience in a small group

In detail

• Seasonal activity : offer available from June to July only

• Availability : everyday (excluding exceptional dates)

• Departure point : central Aix en Provence

• Departure time : 2pm

• A minimum of 2 people is required to book this activity

• Kids under 4 years old cannot participate to this activity

• This activity is not suitable for persons of reduced mobility

• Transport in an air-conditioned minibus (maximum 8 places)

• Your driver will provide commentary in English and French

Establishment policy

BookingRequired
PaymentCredit card
Included in the price
• Commentary by the driver come guide
• Return transport from Aix en Provence
Not included in the price
• Tips (optional)
• Any other extras
Cancellation conditions
Cette prestation peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à 24h avant l'heure de début de l'activité (heure locale). Au delà et en cas de no show, 100 % de frais seront appliqués - Cancellation insurance

Places of interest nearby

Tourist Office of Aix-en-Provence (120 m)
Il Piccolo (220 m)
Pavillon Noir (250 m)
Church of the Saint-Esprit (270 m)
Grand Theatre of Provence (290 m)
Train station of Aix-en-Provence (300 m)
Le Pasino (320 m)
Church Saint-Jean-Baptiste du Faubourg (350 m)
Private Mansion of Caumont (380 m)
Cité du Livre (470 m)

Events nearby

Last nameDescriptionDateCity
International Festival of Lyric Art
One of the great European lyric festivalsFrom 3 to 23 july 2024Aix-en-Provence
FID Marseille
An international event for film buffsFrom 25 to 30 june 2024Marseille (26 km)
Bol d'Or
A legendary race for motorbike fansSeptember 2024Le Castellet (42 km)
Correspondences Festival
Living literature in dialogue with other forms of creativitySeptember 2024Manosque (44 km)

Restaurants nearby

Last nameStyleRateCity
Les Vieilles Canailles
French cuisine20 € to 50 € Aix-en-Provence
Le Saf
African16 € Aix-en-Provence
Licandro Le Bistro
French cuisine35 € Aix-en-Provence
La Cascada
South American30 € Aix-en-Provence
L'Opéra
French cuisine55 € to 80 € Aix-en-Provence
NIRO by Le Gambetta
French cuisine42 € Aix-en-Provence

Outings nearby

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
To the choirs of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy1:05Aix-en-Provence
Water fountains of Aix-en-Provence
HikeEasy55 minAix-en-Provence
Hiking and biking trails in Gréasque
Mountain bike itineraryEasy1:00Gréasque (13.5 km)
Sainte-Victoire Mountain - Saint-Ser Chapel
HikeIntermediate1:30Puyloubier (18.4 km)
Between Sainte-Victoire and Sainte-Baume
HikeEasy4:00La Destrousse (21 km)
Discovery of the historic center of Aubagne
HikeEasy40 minAubagne (28 km)

Accommodation nearby

Last nameAccommodation typeRateCity
The Mirabeau
Vacation rental325 € to 380 € per weekAix-en-Provence
Le Victor
Vacation rental450 € to 650 € per weekAix-en-Provence
Hôtel de France
Hotel99 € to 164 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Séjours & Affaires Aix-en-Provence Mirabeau
Hotel41 € to 69 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Hôtel Rotonde
Hotel104 € to 175 € per nightAix-en-Provence
Hôtel des Augustins
Hotel131 € to 209 € per nightAix-en-Provence
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