Lavender Tour Half Day Trip from Aix en Provence (shared)

Highlights

  • Enjoy breathtaking sights surrounded by the 'Blue Gold'

  • Visit the most photogenic Lavender fields of Provence

  • Understand the difference between Lavender & Lavendin

Summary

Experience the Sights and Scents of Provence’s Lavender Fields on this half day trip from Aix en Provence. Follow your guide and reach the Valensole Plateau whee the Lavender fields are located. Carefully selected photo stops.


Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Adult: (13-99 years)
€80.00
Commentary
Afrikaans, English
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Join Our Small Group Lavender Tour and Discover the Magic of Provence’s Lavender Fields. 

Departing from Aix-en-Provence, this shared journey brings you to the heart of the iconic Provence lavender fields. Celebrated by visitors globally, our Lavender Tours offer a sensory experience through France’s most picturesque landscapes.

Unforgettable Lavender Field Tours: Stroll through vibrant, endless rows of fragrant lavender at the peak of blooming season. Our tours provide prime photo opportunities and a chance to enjoy the peaceful, rural ambiance of Provence.

Expert-Guided Experiences: Learn from local experts about lavender’s cultivation, uses, and its pivotal role in the Provence region. Our guides share enriching stories and insights, enhancing your tour with deep cultural and botanical knowledge.

Exclusive Lavender Farm Visits: Gain special access to traditional lavender farms to observe the distillation process (if available) and enjoy unique lavender-infused delicacies like honey and ice cream.

Optimized for Comfort and Engagement: With our focus on small groups and comfortable transport, we ensure a personalized and tranquil experience. Perfect for photographers, nature enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a serene escape.

Immerse Yourself with Ophorus: As your expert guide to French culture and natural beauty, Ophorus invites you to be part of this enchanting journey. 

Book your spot today and experience the allure of Provence’s lavender fields on a memorable, intimate tour. 


What’s included?

  • Discover the Lavender fields around Valensole

  • Visit a local Lavender producer

  • Great Photo opportunities along the way

  • English-speaking local driver/guide

  • Travel in Premium A/C vehicle

  • Personal insurance and expenses.

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.

  • Meals and drinks.

  • Gratuities for the driver/guide.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Tour only available between 06/15 to 07/15 - flowering season

  • Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate

  • In case minimum numbers are not reached we will reschedule or refund

  • Price is per person

Before you go

  • Please be ready 15 minutes before departure time

  • Please bring sun glasses, cap or hat and sun cream

  • Tour is operated in English

  • Small group option, maximum 8 persons

  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

    Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to [email protected] (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule: Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: > Up to 24 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees. > 24 hours prior to departure and less > no refund All semi private tours depart on time. Clients should present themselves at the allocated meeting point at least 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Driver/guide will not wait unless Ophorus has been previously informed that the client will be late with a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes. Beyond that waiting time, tours will depart and Ophorus cannot be held responsible for clients missing their tour.

About operator:

Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France. 

Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world. 

Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...