About this tour
Spend nine hours exploring Provence's most photogenic corners with a private guide and driver. Journey through the lavender plains of Valensole, wander the medieval lanes of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie perched above the Verdon Gorge, and admire the Gothic splendour of Saint-Maximin's basilica. The tour takes in countryside, villages, and architectural heritage across the Alpes de Haute Provence and Var departments, with flexibility to linger where you choose.
Highlights
- Lavender plateau photography during peak season bloom
- Moustiers-Sainte-Marie's suspended iron star and pottery heritage
- Verdon Gorge backdrop from a classified beautiful village
- Gothic basilica interior in Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume
- Private vehicle and driver for nine-hour flexibility
- Walking-pace village exploration without group constraints
What to expect
Your guide meets you with a comfortable air-conditioned car and navigates the route at your pace. Expect roughly equal time split between the vehicle and on-foot discovery. Moustiers rewards a slow wander through narrow streets lined with ceramics shops and cafés; the village sits genuinely tucked beneath limestone cliffs. Valensole's lavender fields stretch across the plateau—ideal for photos, especially in July and August. The basilica in Saint-Maximin is substantial, so budget time for interiors. Roads are well-maintained but winding in places.
Good to know
Lunch isn't included; plan a stop in one of the villages or bring provisions. Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets. Lavender season peaks July–early August; spring and late summer offer sparser blooms but smaller crowds. The route suits all fitness levels and is fully wheelchair accessible.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.