Luberon Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon
Fall under the spell of the gentle landscapes of the Luberon valley, where green hills and steep cliffs are lined with vineyards and olive groves. Explore 4 charming villages, 3 of which are officially listed as some of the most beautiful of all France. Each town is unique and beautiful in its own way: Fontaine de Vaucluse with its river spring, Gordes with its incredible location on a hillside, Roussillon with its ochre cliffs and painted houses, Ménerbes with its stunning views of the Luberon valley. 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.
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Luberon Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon
What's included in Luberon Small-Group Day Trip from Avignon
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Fontaine de Vaucluse
After a 45-minute drive from Avignon, your tour guide will first stop in the charming little town of Fontaine de Vaucluse, nestled along the shores of the river Sorgue at the end of a narrow lush green valley. You'll have here some free time to discover on your own its impressive spring, where water flows out from a mysterious chasm. While taking a walk along the shaded pedestrian roads of the village, prepare to be amazed by the emerald green colour of the water and the peaceful atmosphere of this unique place. An ancient watermill still producing traditional paper can be visited in the town, as well as a lovely Romanesque church dating back in the 11th century. After you've visited Fontaine, your guide will meet you again at the meeting point and take you to the next destination.
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.
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 - 3.50€/adult), a developed pathway through the ombre coloured cliffs of a former ochre mine.
Inclusions
- Drive and drop-off tour with live commentary onboard
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Entrance fees, unless specified
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- 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 during the same tour.
- 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.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please respect the start time!
