From Avignon: Best of Luberon Villages Tour
ID: GYG413475-750108
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
05:30 hours
Description
Explore Luberon's most beautiful villages on this trip from Avignon. Immerse yourself in the charming landscapes, and visit the villages of Lacoste, Ménerbes, Roussillon, and Gordes.
Spend an afternoon discovering the Luberon region's most charming villages. Depart from Avignon in an air-conditioned minibus and explore the picturesque villages of Lacoste, Ménerbes, Roussillon, and Gordes with a guide.
From the meeting point in Avignon, set off to the village of Lacoste, once the residence of the Marquis de Sade, for a photo stop. Then, continue to Ménerbes, a village that became famous due to Peter Mayle's book A Year in Provence. Enjoy free time to discover the village.
On the way to Roussillon, take a look at the Roman bridge Pont Julien, one of the numerous Roman remains in Provence. Arrive in Roussillon and admire how the village is built at the top of an ochre cliff, as well as the ochre-washed façades of its buildings.
Next, head toward Gordes, another village erected on the top of a cliff, and discover its fortified castle and church. See the village's typical houses, built from the rock on which they stand, before returning to Avignon.
Highlights
- Experience the feel of village life in Luberon's picturesque villages
- Enjoy free time to explore the charming villages of Ménerbes and Gordes
- Discover the village of Roussillon and its colorful, ochre-washed houses
- Stop for a photo in Lacoste, the former home of the Marquis de Sade
- Take a picture of the remains of an old Roman bridge at Pont Julien
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
All participants 18 years and older must present proof of full vaccination
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet in front of the Avignon Tourist Information Center.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
