Aix-en-Provence Garden Tours: 15 to Book

1.Lavender Fields Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 421 reviews · 1h 30m · from $11Our pick

At Maison de Lavande Terre Ugo, you’ll hear the story of a family-run lavender estate, learn how the flower is grown, then explore three hectares at your own pace. Relax on a mat, taste lavender products, shop for local goods, or stop for seasonal lunch. French and English hosts welcome you from June 1 to August 31.

“It was a nice experience, near the city centre and accesible by bus. Tiny lavander fields, pretty farm. Nice girls in the reception. Cool for the price”

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2.Provence Lavender Fields Tour from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 4 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $108Top rated

Travel from Aix-en-Provence in a small, air-conditioned minibus to flowering lavender fields in Valensole or Sault. Your English-speaking driver-guide explains lavender varieties, harvest timing, and local life. Choose a four-hour outing or a full day with Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, photo stops, and time at Lake Sainte-Croix.

“Emmanuelle our guide was very informative, gave us ample town to take photos in the beautiful lavender fields. The visit to the beautiful hilltop village of Moustier St. Marie was a great place to stop for lunch and enjoy a walk around on your own. Our next stop in St Croix lake would have been perfect if the tour details said to pack a swimsuit and beach towel, because it was hot that day and the season for it. A quick dip in the beautiful crystal blue lake would have been refreshing . I would highly recommend this tour (and pack that swimsuit !)”

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3.Valensole Lavender Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 222 reviews · 9 hours · from $182

Travel from Aix-en-Provence in a small, air-conditioned minibus to Valensole’s blooming lavender fields, a local producer, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, the Verdon Gorge, and Lake Sainte-Croix. Guides such as Anthony, Margot, Gordon, and Sebastian have led informative, flexible days. Bring water, sun protection, and a swimsuit.

“This trip was fantastic! Our tour guide Michelle was so kind and provided us with so much information. It is a long trip, but you see so much! You personally see lavender fields that are privately owned by farmers. It was a wonderful day.”

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4.Lavender Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 179 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Travel from Aix-en-Provence to the Plateau of Valensole in a small, eight-person minibus. Your English or French-speaking guide stops at blooming lavender fields, then takes you to a local producer for lessons on cultivation, distillation, honey, olive oil, and lavender products. Morning departures help beat the heat and crowds.

“Despite that lavender was blooming late this year, our guide went out of his way to locate a field that was in full bloom. He gave us plenty of time and assisted us with picture taking.”

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5.Sunset Lavender Tour from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131

Leave Aix-en-Provence at 4 pm for Valensole’s lavender country in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guide-led stops include several lavender fields, a family farm, sunflower views, and free time in Valensole village for lavender goods, food, or ice cream. The group can reach 16 people, and the tour returns to Aix after about 5.5 hours.

“This tour completely exceeded our expectations! The lavender fields were absolutely stunning and at sunset WOW! It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime sight. We took gorgeous photos and had so much fun. Our guide, Nicholas, was wonderful. He was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and made the experience even more special with all the interesting information he shared. It was a magical evening from start to finish. Highly recommended!”

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6.Sault Lavender & Gordes Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 43 reviews · 9 hours · from $182

From Aix-en-Provence, ride in a small air-conditioned minivan across Provence with an English- or French-speaking guide. Stop for lavender photos, visit a local producer to learn about cultivation and distillation, and see Gordes and other villages when the day’s route allows. Guides such as Coco and Philippe are praised for their local stories and flexibility.

“fabulous day out in provence. Pasco was a great guide and driver - I really appreciated his sense of humour! I got great photos in the labendar fields and really enjoyed wandering the villages. I am not confident driving in France so would not have been able to do this on my own. highly recommend!”

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7.5-Hours Lavender Fields Tour in Valensole from Aix-en-Provence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

This five-hour morning tour takes you from Aix-en-Provence to the Plateau de Valensole in an air-conditioned minivan. Expect about 90 minutes among lavender fields, possible stops at local producers, and an hour in Valensole village for shops, cafés, and lavender ice cream. Guides have included Alessandro, Jenny, Paul, Alex, and Nicholas.

“We had the absolute best time on this tour! Our guide took us out to more secluded fields where we got to take pictures and enjoy our time without any other people. We went to three different fields and took a trip into the town of Valensole. Absolutely breathtaking and everything we thought it would be!”

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8.Gorges du Verdon : Lavenders, Canyon Boat Picnic & Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 7 hours · from $317

Tom of Happy Day in Provence takes you from Aix-en-Provence into the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence for a two-hour private electric boat ride, a picnic with local wine, lavender fields, and a lakeside village. Expect a relaxed seven-hour day in an air-conditioned van, with swimming and beach time possible.

“We had an amazing trip with Thomas. The boat trip was especially unique and enjoyable including a dip in the freshest, clearest water I’ve ever swam in. Our guide even packed a wonderful little picnic for us to enjoy on the boat. After that we continued onto beautiful lavender fields (where my friends took an excessive amount of photos) and a picturesque mountain village. This was my favourite day in Provence.”

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9.Gorges du Verdon : Lavenders, Canyon Boat Picnic & Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $322

From Aix-en-Provence, guide Tom takes you in a small group to the Gorges du Verdon for an easy electric-boat ride, picnic, and wine. You’ll also visit Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon and two lavender fields on the Plateau de Valensole. The day lasts about seven hours and ends back in Aix.

“Thomasz was absolutely wonderful. He was extremely patient in waiting for us, and adjusting the time that we started. He knows the area like the back of his hand and he provided a most unique and beautiful tour. He packed a delicious picnic lunch for our boat ride complete with rosé and a fresh baguette. When we approach the lavender fields, he made a beautiful bouquet for our daughter as he explained the healing and medicinal properties of the lavender. He has the most delightful disposition, he is full of joy, a man of character, and a true leader in hospitality. He provides a memorable experience that one cannot easily…”

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10.Visit the lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon and Moustiers.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Aix-en-Provence with guide Mohammed, known as Mo, on a private 7 to 8 hour outing to Valensole, the Gorges du Verdon, and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Expect air-conditioned transport, Wi-Fi, bottled water, flexible photo stops, and an optional pedal boat ride for €20 per person. Lavender fields are visited in June and July only.

“You absolutely cannot go wrong booking a tour with Mo. Though we had a car and could travel around the area on our own, Mo took us to the best spots, pointed out the most beautiful views and was even a great photographer! He was kind and friendly, providing history of the locations we visited as well as interesting conversation regarding current events and just life itself. He was also engaging and understanding with our children. We feel as though we have made a new friend and would definitely catch up with Mo when back in the area. Another bonus? Not only does he know the best spots, when a…”

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11.Private Tour Perched Villages of Luberon & (LAVENDER JUNE/JULY)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring four Luberon villages, scenic viewpoints, Fontaine de Vaucluse, and seasonal lavender fields. Guides such as Arif and Anthony tailor the day to your group, with private air-conditioned transport from Aix-en-Provence. Lunch is not included.

“This was a day trip we planned during our Marseille stop on a Mediterranean cruise. We travelled with older adults and teens there was something for everyone to enjoy. The highlight of the day was our stop at the lavender fields which were in full bloom - many great pics! And the quaint villages had plenty to see, do and eat! The awesome AC equipped van made the insane European heat wave bearable too. Even though the trip was quick, we feel like we got an awesome overview of Provence and will definitely return. Finally our guide Anthony was outstanding - he was friendly, chatty and accommodating to our needs…”

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12.Sunset Lavender Tour in Valensole

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $116

Travel from Aix-en-Provence to Valensole in an eight-seat minibus with an English or French-speaking guide. You’ll visit lavender fields, stop at a local producer, and finish at a sunset viewpoint. Guide Rodrigue earned special praise for his friendly energy, local explanations, and photography help. Bring water and a picnic, since restaurants will be closed.

“Must book trip if you are in the Aix during bloom season! The guides were so kind and informational and made me feel like I was on a photo shoot trip. They even stopped extra time for us and got home late when a beautiful full harvest moon came out. 10/10 experience!”

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13.Lavender Full-day Tour in Sault From AIX-EN-PROVENCE

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $101

Leave Aix-en-Provence at noon for a six-hour outing through the Luberon to Sault, a hill village near Mont Ventoux. Your English-speaking guide handles the winding drive, then gives you about two hours for lavender fields, village wandering, photos, and local foods such as nougat, cheese, cherries, and lavender ice cream. The group is limited to 15 people.

“The tour was great. Silvio the tour guide was very good and he took us to 2 beautiful villages. Sadly there were not much lavender left. They were all harvested early this year due to the warm weather. So if you want to see lavender fields in bloom, you should do this tour between June and mid July. Don’t wait until end of July or early August”

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14.Gorges du Verdon : Lavenders, Canyon Boat Picnic & Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Tom of Happy Day in Provence takes your private group from Aix-en-Provence to the Verdon Gorge, where you enjoy an electric boat ride, picnic, and local wine. The day also includes Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon, countryside views, and two lavender-field stops. Pickup and drop-off are included, and the tour runs in English.

“Highly highly recommend. We had an amazing day exploring Provence with Tom. Everything was carefully and thoughtfully planned for us and our guide was super friendly, flexible, fun and informative. We spent the first part of the day on a boat in the Gorge du Verdon, a gorgeous peaceful place — you can tell this is where locals go on weekends to relax. Tom had prepared a lovely picnic for us to take along, filled with local specialties and wine. Then we drove through the beautiful Provençal landscape to a few lavender fields and even came upon a nicely bloomed sunflower field. We had the flexibility to stop wherever. Then…”

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15.Full-day Private Tour Gorges du Verdon (LAVENDER JUNE 15/JULY 15)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

From Aix-en-Provence, Nathalie takes your private group through Valensole’s lavender fields, a local farm, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and the Gorges du Verdon. You’ll have time for lunch, village browsing, olive-oil and almond tasting, and high viewpoints above Sainte-Croix Lake. English service, up to eight people, about eight hours.

“The lavender fields in Provence were spectacular! Our tour operator, Nathalie was very interesting and informative. She took us to her favorite lavender fields and we were able to see sunflower fields as well. We spent time for lunch and shopping in Moustier St Marie, a very quaint, beautiful city. We highly recommend this tour.”

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