About this tour
Spend seven hours exploring the Verdon Gorges, Europe's largest canyon, by private electric boat with a Provençal picnic and local wines. Your guide takes you to family-favourite spots along the canyon's turquoise waters, then inland to quiet lavender fields away from the crowds. End the day in the hilltop village of Sainte-Croix overlooking its namesake lake. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Aix-en-Provence included.
Highlights
- Two-hour private electric boat ride through Europe's largest canyon
- Provençal picnic with regional wines on the water
- Secluded lavender fields, minimal tourist presence
- Perched UNESCO village with lake views
- Swimming opportunity in calm canyon waters
- Air-conditioned transport between stops
What to expect
You'll start with a gentle boat ride down the canyon's glassy waters—calm enough to swim or simply drift. Bring lunch onboard and soak in the limestone cliffs towering overhead. Back on land, your guide navigates you to lavender patches tourists miss, where you can wander freely and photograph without crowds. The day wraps up in Sainte-Croix, a medieval village clinging to the plateau with panoramic lake views. You'll have free time to walk the narrow streets or dip into the water below. In bad weather, the boat swap out for Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, an equally charming alternative village known for pottery.
Good to know
The boat ride requires minimal effort—no experience necessary. Bring swimwear if you fancy jumping in. Lavender fields are least crowded early season or late summer; peak bloom (July) draws crowds. Weather can change quickly; the tour operator adjusts activities if needed. Infant seats available on request.
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