Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Cannes
Discover the amazing natural beauty of Provence. By the Napoléon road, reach the hidden village of Castellane, medieval village and old top places of pilgrimage: “Gateway to the Verdon Gorges”. Step into adventure, in the heat of this “Majestic Canyon” and admire the steep peaks and the emerald green color Verdon River towards Point Sublime, belvedere over a dizzying panorama. Along the Gorges road, arrive at Sainte Croix’s lake, stunning turquoise lake that feeds from the Verdon River, surrounded by towering peaks, and capture the scenery on camera. Then travel to the pretty medieval town of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, set among rocky mountains. Spend time exploring Moustiers' medieval streets at your own pace; there are tons of ceramics and pottery shops sure to catch your attention. Enjoy a lunch of regional Provençal specialties at a terrace cafe before beginning the journey back that will rock you by its relaxing sceneries
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What's included in Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Cannes
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Castellane
Discover Castellane, site of pilgrimage with its spectacular chapel lost in the clouds on top of the rocky scrag the dominates the town.
Follow the contours of the famous canyons of the Verdon Gorge. Pause for photos at Point Sublime, offering a spectacular view of the entrance to the Canyon, where the Verdon flows far beneath the majestic canyon walls.
Moustiers Sainte-Marie
Marvel at the beauty of the medieval city of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its earthenware - and for the star hung high above the village on a chain by a knight in the 12th century after a vow made to God should he escape from imprisonment while on crusade. Lunch (not included) in one of the many restaurants while you enjoy the sights of this pretty town.
Inclusions
- Professional driver/guide with onboard commentary
- Transport by 8 seater air conditioned Luxury Mercedes Minivan
- Tour guaranteed in English and in French. Other languages on request
- Food and drink (unless specified)
- Gratuities
- Entrances
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Duration of stops are approximate and may vary
- Foldable wheelchairs and strollers accepted
- Accompaniment required at certain sites for wheelchair users
- Complimentary baby and/or booster seats available only on request
- No tour departs without safety checks
- The drive from Cannes is long and some of the roads are small and winding. Anyone who suffers from travel sickness should be prepared.
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Complimentary pick up from centrally located Cannes hotels
