Provence Lavender Tour
A day in the heart of the Provençal countryside and distillery visit
- WITH
- Véronique | about the guide
During this private day tour, you’ll delve into the countryside of Provence to discover one of France’s most fragrant treasures, lavender. Flowering in the summer months, lavender has been had a wide range of uses – from perfumes to relaxation – since Ancient Greek and Roman times. Prepare for a journey through the senses – colorful petals and nuanced fragrances - as you learn about its different uses. You’ll also visit a local distillery to find out how the flowers are transformed into essence. Accompanied by a local expert guide, you’ll set off on a customized route through the fields based on the recent weather conditions and most beautiful blooms.
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Marseille and Provence
France -
1 day
DURATION -
8
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Lavender, Provence countryside, distillery visit
- transport :
- By private car
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Moderate
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- yes
- Kid friendly :
- Yes
- LANGUAGES:
- Français/French (native), Anglais/English (Bilingual)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 8
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Services of a private guide - Transport to/from hotel and during guided tour - Distillery visit
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch - Personal shopping
ITINERARY
During this guided day tour, you’ll set off in a private vehicle to discover the famous lavender fields of Provence – photos, fragrances and information. You’ll finish the tour by visiting a local distillery. This tour is only available in June and July. The itinerary will be adapted depending on the weather conditions, best fields etc. and confirmed a few days before the tour.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Your hotel
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Your hotel
about
your guide
Véronique
Marseille et la Provence
- languages :
- Français/French, Anglais/English
I was born in Provence and, although I’ve moved around a lot, I always come back to my village. I studied tourism and art history, before getting my official guiding qualification. In 2008, I created my own company and have been giving guided tours in my region ever since. I love getting up in the morning and going to work! This job allows me to share my region and passion, as well as meeting people from all over the world. I cover a wide range of topics including the French Riviera and Provence (local life and traditions). I’m very careful to cater for disabled visitors as well, as my cousin is in a wheelchair. I invested in a vehicle designed to carry a wheelchair and I’ve created tourist circuits adapted for people with limited mobility. In my free time, I like sewing and I’m also secretary for a charity that preserves local Provençal traditions.
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