
Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 150 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon worth booking?
Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon is a 9-hour experience in Avignon, France, from $137 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 150 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (150)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $137 per person
Discover top attractions including 12th-century Sénanque Abbey with its famous lavender fields (generally blooming at the end of June), and fall under the spell of the gentle landscapes of the Luberon valley, where green hills and steep cliffs are lined with vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields. Explore 2 charming villages, officially listed as some of the most beautiful of all France: Gordes and Roussillon. Enjoy great photo opportunities along some of the most secret lavender fields of Provence. During the harvest (July) you'll have the chance to visit a local farm, where the flowers are processed to make essential oils, dried flower bunches and lavender sachets. All of our day tours are limited to 8 participants and are operated by Veronica or Nicolas, the two company's founders and owners. They guarantee personal service, careful attention to detail and a friendly atmosphere aboard.
What you get
About this experience
Discover top attractions including 12th-century Sénanque Abbey with its famous lavender fields (generally blooming at the end of June), and fall under the spell of the gentle landscapes of the Luberon valley, where green hills and steep cliffs are lined with vineyards, olive groves and lavender fields. Explore 2 charming villages, officially listed as some of the most beautiful of all France: Gordes and Roussillon. Enjoy great photo opportunities along some of the most secret lavender fields of Provence. During the harvest (July) you'll have the chance to visit a local farm, where the flowers are processed to make essential oils, dried flower bunches and lavender sachets. All of our day tours are limited to 8 participants and are operated by Veronica or Nicolas, the two company's founders and owners. They guarantee personal service, careful attention to detail and a friendly atmosphere aboard.
What's included
Included
- Drive and drop-off tour with live commentary onboard
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
Not included
- Entrance fees unless if specified
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque
After a 50-minute drive from Avignon, your tour guide will first take you to the world-known Sénanque Abbey, a wonderfully preserved 12th-century monastery nestled among lush forests and beautiful lavender fields. Widely considered among the region’s top attractions, don't miss the opportunity to admire this gem of Romanesque architecture during the blooming season of lavender (in full bloom starting from June 20-25). Please be aware that during this day trip time doesn't allow a visit of the interiors.
30 minutes here
Vieille de Gordes
On the way to the old town of Gordes, a photo stop at Gordes' famous overlook is planned. Here you'll have the chance to admire one of the most incredible panoramas of the Luberon valley, where vineyards and olive groves stretch out as far as the eye can see, surrounded by gentle green mountains. Minutes later, your driver will drop you off by the town's castle from where you can easily explore the cobbled streets of this world-known hilltop town and admire stunning views of the Luberon landscapes. Plenty of shopping opportunities are available here, as well as small cafés and icecream shops. Meet your tour guide again at the meeting point and head to another wonderful village.
60 minutes here
Roussillon
At around 1 pm your tour guide will drop you in the village of Roussillon, where you'll have a longer time to spend than in the other towns. This allows everyone to have lunch in one of the cafés or snack bars and to explore the colourful streets of Roussillon, where every house is painted a different shade of ochre. If you opt for a quick lunch on the go, you'll also have enough time to walk the beautiful Ochre Trail (entrance fee not included - 4€/adult), a developed pathway through the ombre coloured cliffs of a former ochre mine.
120 minutes here
Following the blooming stage of lavender, during the day we will take you to the brightest and most scenic lavender fields of that moment. In June we will focuse on the wide lavender fields on the hillsides of the Luberon valley, whereas later in the season, normally after July 1, we will drive you to higher areas, like the high plateau of Sault. At least two long photo stops are scheduled, both in June and in July.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Avignon
To ensure the smooth running of the day, please plan to arrive a few minutes early, as we will depart promptly at 8:45 AM. Meeting point: in front of the post office. Please wait there — the tour guide will call your name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
To ensure the smooth running of the day, please plan to arrive a few minutes early, as we will depart promptly at 8:45 AM. Meeting point: in front of the post office. Please wait there — the tour guide will call your name.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- PROVANS
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour guide may have to speak multiple languages on the same tour.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems.
- Not recommended for travelers with bee sting allergy.
- In case you plan to get to the meeting point by car, please contact us in advance so that we can suggest a parking lot and a more convenient meeting place.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 150 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
150 verified traveler reviews for Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A fabulous agrotour of the Luberon Valley
We had a great experience on the “purple tour.” Nicolas was a friendly, accommodating guide whose knowledge of the area really enhanced our experience. The drive offered amazing scenery of farms, vineyards, orchards and olive groves. Each village we visited contained beautiful, historic buildings, breathtaking views, and charming shops and cafes. We took our tour in late July, so a lot of the lavender was past peak, but Nicolas still took us to a part of the Sault plateau where lavender was still blooming. There, we visited a working lavender farm and even got to meet the farm owner and see how lavender is distilled. It was a special experience in agrotourism. The one thing that was a little confusing at our initial meetup was that the van was not marked and the meetup spot was a busy bus stop, so we weren’t sure what to look for. However, Nicolas spotted us and must have sensed that we looked lost so he came to introduce himself. Overall, a spectacular tour of a lovely region with a great guide.
via Tripadvisor
Magnificent Experience
The Lavender tour exceeded our expectations. Don't waste your time looking for other companies to use, ProVans were perfect in every way. Nicolas was very knowledgeable, helpful and caring. As a disabled tourist with walking difficulties, I managed to access most of the places we visited. Nicolas structured the day perfectly, allowing enough time at each stop to discover what we wanted to. He gave us enough information, but not too much, before reaching each stop. I particularly liked it that on the way back to Avignon, he let us all recover from an amazing day.
via Tripadvisor
The only way to see Provence
Highly recommend. We booked as an extra excursion off our Viking River cruise because I wanted to ensure we would see the Lavender fields in July. Veronica was on time and gave great overviews of the area and the places we went. We also went into Gordes to see the beautiful town on the hill, had an hour to grab a bite to eat and explore the town on our own and then off to a beautiful small lavender farm. The farm had a cute little store front to purchase all the lavender products and we were able to take our own beautiful pictures in the fields. The bees were buzzing and the butterflies were all around us. Then we visited a great Olive Oil farm where they grow and produce their own olive oils. Again top notch experience. We finished the day with a quick and late lunch but the over all trip was perfect. Veronica communicates so well and is fast and efficient. I also felt safe with her driving us everywhere. It was truly an amazing tour and one that I would recommend to everyone! We were a total of 6 people and were all comfortable with the seating. Oh and when we went to the farm since it is an active farm and not one for all the tourist we were the only ones there! Beautiful pictures with just us.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Lavender Adventure
We had a wonderful excursion with Veronica. She was a knowledgeable and skilled guide who made sure that we had the once in a lifetime experience that we were seeking.
via Tripadvisor
A Highlight of Our Provence Trip
This was one of the highlights of our time in Provence. Nicolas was an excellent guide—friendly, professional, and passionate about the region. His commentary during the drive gave us a much better understanding of the history and culture of the villages we visited. The tour was well paced, with enough free time to wander, take photos, and enjoy each village at our own pace. We especially appreciated the maps and clear instructions at every stop, which made everything very easy. If you’re visiting Provence and don’t want to drive, this tour is an excellent choice. We had a wonderful day.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 53
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by PROVANS, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 76.0.
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Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Avignon.
How much does Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon cost?
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Prices start at $137 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Avignon usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Avignon is not rushed.
Is Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 150 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Avignon, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon?
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Around 53 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Avignon can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Avignon and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Avignon within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Avignon?
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On Outty we rank every Avignon experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Highlights of Provence in One Day, Chateauneuf du Pape wine tour, Luberon Hill-top Villages Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Avignon?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Avignon?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon?
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Included: Drive and drop-off tour with live commentary onboard; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Parking fees. Not included: Entrance fees unless if specified; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon?
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To ensure the smooth running of the day, please plan to arrive a few minutes early, as we will depart promptly at 8:45 AM. Meeting point: in front of the post office. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Avignon. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Lavender Route - Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon?
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Across 150 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, photo opportunities. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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