One celebrated way to take in the charming French countryside is a Provence lavender tour – a must for any aesthete. Not only do the rolling fields provide perfect photo opportunities, but they’ll whisk you to new heights as you traverse the Moustiers Sainte Marie, a whimsical hilltop village, and the Verdon Canyon.
The tour begins as a lavender tour should… surrounded by the stuff! Your starting point at the Plateau de Valensole allows you to get a first look at the lavender, before journeying on to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie Village which has been coined as one of France’s most beautiful places. The Verdon Canyon plays a part in the day too, rife for white water activities and perfect for those who love a hike.
The tour is not only a feast for the eyes but for the other senses too – you can breathe in the scent, attend a lavender festival depending on the month, and, finally, try the treats at the Occitane Factory – home of famed skincare brand L’Occitane. You’ll have a trusty host as your guide, who’ll show you how lavender oil is extracted and used, and you’ll get a whiff of how lavender production works while visiting the the Coustellet Lavender Museum. After all, have you even been to France if you haven’t visited the lavender fields?
Lavender Tour in Provence Photo Gallery
