Explore Europe’s deepest gorges, spot rare wildlife, visit medieval villages, and stroll through lavender fields on this full-day tour from Nice.
Explore Europe’s deepest gorges, spot rare wildlife, visit medieval villages, and stroll through lavender fields on this full-day tour from Nice.
- Gorges du Verdon - Indulge in a tour filled with history, untamed nature, and breathtaking landscapes in the heart of the Alps, featuring the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croix. After picking up the guests, the journey begins towards the Gorges of Verdon, situated in Provence, in the Southern Alps. These gorges, carved by the VERDON river,…
- Gorges du Verdon - Indulge in a tour filled with history, untamed nature, and breathtaking landscapes in the heart of the Alps, featuring the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croix. After picking up the guests, the journey begins towards the Gorges of Verdon, situated in Provence, in the Southern Alps. These gorges, carved by the VERDON river, stretch over 25 km, forming canyons up to 700 meters deep. Visitors can enjoy these gorges, which attract nature enthusiasts for sports like boating, white water rafting, climbing, hiking, or to observe the protected wildlife and flora within the Verdon Regional Natural Park. Several stops are made along these stunning roads to capture the landscapes and moments. The route follows the VERDON to the SAINTE CROIX lake.
- Lac de Sainte-Croix - Delight in the azure blue waters of Lac de Sainte Croix. This reservoir ranks as the fourth largest in France by surface area (approximately 2,200 ha). The lake has become a hub for summer tourism, popular for aquatic leisure activities and its stunning turquoise waters. Numerous pedal boats and various other boats are available from June to September.
- Moustiers Sainte-Marie - The next stop is the medieval village, MOUSTIERS SAINTE MARIE, where visitors have time to explore and enjoy a lunch (not included). Recognized as one of the most beautiful villages in France, there is free time to discover this 5th-century marvel. Known for its ceramic workshops in the 17th and 18th centuries, visitors can explore the renowned Earthenware Museum, inaugurated in 1930. Don’t miss the famous Moustiers star, suspended by a 135-meter-long chain between two mountains, several meters above the ground, with around 17 legends explaining its existence. Two other must-see monuments in this village are: The Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption parish church, a historic monument built between 1336 and 1361, and the Notre-Dame-de-Beauvoir chapel, located at the top of the village, offering a magnificent view of the entire Valensole plateau with its lavender fields.
- Valensole Lavender field - The next stop is to admire and stroll through the lavender fields. Lavandin is the most renowned crop on the plateau. Despite being endangered for 30 years due to foreign competition, it is used for making Marseille soap, by local beekeepers during flowering (June-July) to extract the famous lavender honey, distilled for perfume or scents, and formerly for its medicinal properties.
NB: The lavender fields only bloom in June and July, depending on climatic conditions and rainfall.
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Château Sainte Roseline - (optional activity); On the way back to Nice, there is an optional stop at one of the Var vineyards for a wine tasting, time permitting.
NB: Wine tasting is available only for clients over 18 years of age. - Nice - Return to Nice.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- TIP
- Food & drinks
- TIP
- Food & drinks
Indulge in a visit to the renowned tourist destination, Les Gorges du Verdon. Journey into Europe’s deepest gorges, reaching depths of up to 700 meters. Encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including 50 mammal species such as deer, felines, and lizards, along with 180 bird species, notably the golden eagle and the griffon vulture.
Experience the…
Indulge in a visit to the renowned tourist destination, Les Gorges du Verdon. Journey into Europe’s deepest gorges, reaching depths of up to 700 meters. Encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including 50 mammal species such as deer, felines, and lizards, along with 180 bird species, notably the golden eagle and the griffon vulture.
Experience the vibrant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes nestled in the heart of the Alps. Marvel at the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croix, explore the 5th-century medieval village of Moustiers Sainte Marie, and wander through the lavender fields on the Valensoles plateau. Conclude your adventure with an optional wine tasting.
This tour is designed to maximize your enjoyment without the hassle of traffic jams or rushed itineraries. Carefully crafted to avoid these issues, the tour allows ample time to savor each location, guided by a professional expert.
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.