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The Grand Canyon of Europe and Its Lavender Fields
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Embark on a small group day tour from Nice and discover Europe’s Grand Canyon and breathtaking lavender fields. Explore the Gorges du Loup, visit the famous rock in Castellane, and marvel at the stunning views of the largest canyon in Europe. Indulge in a delicious lunch in Moustier, the capital of Fayence, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the…
Embark on a small group day tour from Nice and discover Europe’s Grand Canyon and breathtaking lavender fields. Explore the Gorges du Loup, visit the famous rock in Castellane, and marvel at the stunning views of the largest canyon in Europe. Indulge in a delicious lunch in Moustier, the capital of Fayence, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the lavender fields during the season. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure!
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cascades du Saut du Loup - Marvel at the stunning waterfalls of the Saut du Loup, featuring emerald-colored pools. Situated within the Gorges du Loup (Canyon of the Wolf), this is a perfect opportunity to capture unique photographs (entrance to the waterfalls is included in the price).
- Castellane - Travel through the French Alps to reach…
- Cascades du Saut du Loup - Marvel at the stunning waterfalls of the Saut du Loup, featuring emerald-colored pools. Situated within the Gorges du Loup (Canyon of the Wolf), this is a perfect opportunity to capture unique photographs (entrance to the waterfalls is included in the price).
- Castellane - Travel through the French Alps to reach Castellane, where you can enjoy free time in this charming village located at the entrance of the Verdon Gorges. It is nestled at the base of its renowned rock, which rises 180 meters high, with a church perched at the summit.
- Gorges du Verdon - Follow the Verdon River, named for its striking turquoise green hue, to the canyon often regarded as the most beautiful in Europe. Relish the spectacular and breathtaking views of the gorges, which plunge to depths of up to 700 meters.
Your driver guide will take you to the canyon’s end for a photo stop at a viewpoint overlooking Lake Sainte-Croix.
- Grand Canyon Integral, descente de l’intégralité du canyon du Verdon - Admire the natural surroundings, towering rocks, and stunning vistas.
- Moustiers Sainte-Marie - Visit Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of France’s most beautiful medieval villages, renowned for its rich ceramic craft history. Take time to enjoy a leisurely lunch and a stroll.
- Valensole Lavender Field - Wander through the lavender fields during the season (late June to late July) and capture unique photographs.
- Lac de Sainte-Croix - Depending on weather conditions and your preferences, your driver/guide may offer you free time by the lakeside instead of a walk in the village of Moustiers. The choice is yours!
What's Included
- Waterfalls entrance
- Professional Driver/Guide for the full day
- Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
- Accommodation pickup and drop-off
- Waterfalls entrance
- Professional Driver/Guide for the full day
- Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
- Accommodation pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Discover the beauty of the Grand Canyon of Europe, Georges du Verdon, the lavender fields (from end June to July), the incredible Lake Saint-Croix, the medieval village of Moustier, and the village of Castellane on a full-day excursion with a professional local guide aboard a comfortable, recent vehicle.
Depart from Nice, passing through the Gorges du…
Discover the beauty of the Grand Canyon of Europe, Georges du Verdon, the lavender fields (from end June to July), the incredible Lake Saint-Croix, the medieval village of Moustier, and the village of Castellane on a full-day excursion with a professional local guide aboard a comfortable, recent vehicle.
Depart from Nice, passing through the Gorges du Loup, arrive in Castellane and get free time to see the famous rock. Then, visit the biggest canyon in Europe with its many unbelievable points of view. Enjoy a lunch in Moustier, the capital of Fayence. Discover the lavender fields during the season of Lavender (from end of June to end of July).
Depending on the weather conditions and your wishes, your driver/guide may offer you free time at the lakeside instead of the walk in the village of Moustier. At your convenience!
- Lavender season is from end June to end July (depending on the weather conditions)
- Take your camera for the beautifull landscapes
- Good shoes are better
- This tour is available only from Nice
- You can bring your swimsuits as there is a stop at the lake
- This tour can not be provided for cruise travelers
Location
Cascades du Saut du Loup
588 Rte des Gorges du Loup, Gourdon
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(81 Ratings)
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Mirette_h
Jul 28, 2025
This was a wonderful... - This was a wonderful experience! Laurent was our guide, and he was very knowledgeable, funny and tried to accommodate everyone in the group in terms of their interests. He even knew where to get the best pastries from! The sites visited were beautiful, and wonderful to immerse in. Definitely worth it!
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Allyson_m
Jul 16, 2025
Ruben was a great driver... - Ruben was a great driver navigating the twists and turns! He was knowledgeable and engaging! We enjoyed pedal boating in the lake! So beautiful!
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Masha_m
Jul 12, 2025
Recomended! - Great tour! Our guide Stephane was very flexible and allowed us extra time at the lake Gorge du Verdon, which was amazing for boat ride and kayaking at the lake. Great experience!
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Trent_s
Jun 28, 2025
Beyond my expectations - I recently experienced a van tour through the lavender fields and mountain ranges of southern France, led by Laurent. From start to finish, this was the kind of trip that turns a good holiday into a truly spectacular one.
We met Laurent early in the morning, bright and eager. Instantly, his warmth and enthusiasm set the tone. He greeted each one of us by name, offered chilled water, and provided a quick overview of the day ahead. You could tell he genuinely loved both the region and his job.
Laurent’s commentary throughout the tour was informative and full of little local stories. He pointed out landmarks along the way and historic hilltop villages.
Stepping into our first lavender field was amazing. The rows stretched out in perfect purple waves. Laurent made sure we had plenty of time to wander, take photos, and even sneak a few sprigs to carry home.
As we climbed higher into the foothills, the landscape shifted—from lavender to pine-scented trails, olive groves, and then jaw-dropping views of the mountains.
The lavender fields were fragrant and endless, the mountain views were awe-inspiring, and Laurent made it all come together with his kindness, patience, expertise, and genuine love for the region.
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Debra_c
Sep 10, 2025
Beautiful day seeing France country side. - The reason for the 4stars and not 5, in the fall, no lavender fields, however we seen a little patch by the road and had a good giggle. Our driver Christof was awesome and friendly. We visited a small waterfall and a little lavender shop where they make their own oil. We visited a pretty little town with hundreds of years of a star suspended over the town, nice lunch on own at a recommended restaurant.
Note, you will hours in the van looking at gorges. We did see a man made reservoir. A nice touch was to see eagles flying in a canyon. Be careful of the step at the last rest stop gas station, poorly made into a v and tripping hazard with a distraction of a purple plant next to it. lol One of our tour members had fun shaking apple and walnut trees. Christof was nice enough at the end of the tour to drive through old town Nice so we could see it before dropping us off. Overall, we had a lovely time.
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Lckricun
Jul 12, 2025
Beautiful landscapes and... - Beautiful landscapes and quaint Provençal villages. Our guide Stephane was outstanding, both in his knowledge and in his attention to the varying interests of the group. We had a taste of everything, including time on a beautiful lake. The only downside was beyond our control. The lavender fields, which we were so looking forward to, where cut down before our tour date so that part of the excursion was cancelled. Even so, the tour was well worth it.
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Farah_a
Jul 3, 2025
The grand canyons and the... - The grand canyons and the lake were gorgeous. Isa, our guide, was professional, polite, welcoming and very kind. One thing you must know though is that you will be spending long periods of time with the guide driving you on mountains with lots of loops. Can get you feeling queasy.
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710brookev
Jun 30, 2025
Great trip if you don’t get carsick! - The guide (Marcos) and the group we went with were really great! The views were gorgeous, and we got time to stop for coffee and lunch in picturesque villages. The only thing I’d say is that if you get carsick, this may not be the tour for you. The roads are very windy. Other than feeling sick for part of the day (which in no way is the fault of the driver or the company), I had a very nice time!
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Katherine_d
Jul 28, 2025
Disappointing and Poorly Managed Tour – Don’t Waste Your Time or Money - We booked the Grand Canyon of Europe and Lavender Fields tour expecting an English-language experience, but were extremely disappointed. Despite the tour being advertised in English, our guide, Isa, spoke in French for about 85% of the time. When I asked for clarification, Isa told me there was a family from Quebec who didn't speak English—so apparently, the rest of us were sidelined for their sake. Her response? “If you don’t like it, you should book a private tour.” Completely unprofessional.
Nowhere were we informed that the lavender fields had already been harvested. Had we known, we would have canceled. That omission alone made the tour feel misleading. What we got instead was a long, tiring day—6 hours in the car with only 3 or 4 brief stops. The villages were pretty but completely quiet, and there was no information shared about their history or significance. Isa spent most of the time chatting in French with others instead of engaging the full group.
The lake stop was fine, but nothing remarkable—I’ve seen better, and definitely not worth the journey. Overall, this tour was a complete waste of time and money. Isa might be more suited to leading hiking trips, which seems to be her real passion. If you’re looking for a cultural or historical experience, look elsewhere.
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Tsandcs
Jul 29, 2025
Make sure you get a good guide! - We went on this tour mid-July. Our driver (Vasily) was more of a chauffeur than a guide. He was more interested in demonstrating his Mario Andretti-style driving (with children in the van) than in showing us the sites. He skipped the lavender field entirely. While we understood that the fields may or may not be in bloom, we were still expecting to see them. At this time I have a complaint in to Viator, and am awaiting a partial refund.
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