Gorges du Verdon with turquoise river and bridge, surrounded by cliffs and greenery.
Aerial view of Lake Saint Croix with sailboats and beachgoers.
Village nestled in the Gorges du Verdon with a church spire and forested mountains.
Hikers walking through a village with Gorges du Verdon cliffs in the background.
Castellane village rooftops with surrounding mountains and purple flowers in the foreground.
Village nestled in the Gorges du Verdon with rocky cliffs and greenery, France.
Verdon Gorge aerial view with turquoise river winding through rocky cliffs in Provence, France.

From Nice: Gorges du Verdon & Lake of Sainte Croix Day Tour

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Duration: 9 hours

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Enjoy a full-day tour of the Grand Canyon of France with professional guides. Explore 2 historic villages and visit lavender fields with an expert driver.

Tour through Verdon Canyon with an emerald lake, explore medieval villages with an expert guide, and end the day with breathtaking lavender fields.

Fancy time travel to medieval architecture? Wander through Castellane's historic alleys and discover 15th century ruins bathed in golden sunlight.

Up for canoeing or kayaking with views? The emerald Sainte-Croix lake, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs invites you to do so.

Immerse yourself in the lavender fields of Provence (in summer). Wander through the fragrant flowers and photograph Insta-worthy landscapes!

Fun-fact: Provence inspired Van Gogh to paint 350 masterpieces - find your artistic spark there!

Private/ shared guided tour of the Verdon Gorge (as per option selected)

English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide/driver

Roundtrip transfers in an AC coach from Nice

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Gorges du Verdon with turquoise river and bridge, surrounded by cliffs and greenery.

The Verdon Gorge: crystal lakes and fields of purple!

Step into a picture postcard of the French countryside with your full-day guided tour of the Grand Canyon of France — the Verdon Gorge. Enjoy panoramic views from your vantage point atop the gorge as the jagged limestone cliffs plunge downward to the sparkling Verdon River. The countryside beauty continues as you approach the Sainte Croix Lake. Imagine yourself kayaking on the crystal-clear waters of the lake surrounded by towering cliffs that plunge into the turquoise depths. Your journey ends with the ultimate feast for your eyes — the lavender fields of Provence. The area comes alive with lavender fields in full bloom every summer. Wander through a sea of purple as you capture landscape photos. It’s a view you cannot miss!

Provençal Charm & Pottery Dreams

This tour promises more than picturesque views of the French countryside as you approach the village of Castellane —the gateway to the Verdon Gorge. The village is shaped like an amphitheater where you can roam its cobbled streets with hallmark Provencal ochre houses. Excite the history buff in you as you explore the Tour Pentagonale (5-sided tower) and Porte de l'Horloge (clock gateway). Next - Stop at the Moustiers-Sainte-Marie village famed for its pottery and earthenware. Fancy a memento of your visit? Take a pottery-making workshop and create your own piece to cherish! The village boasts of faïence – a type of tin-glazed earthenware with every shop showcasing this exquisite art form.

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Aerial view of Lake Saint Croix with sailboats and beachgoers.

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Village nestled in the Gorges du Verdon with a church spire and forested mountains.

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Hikers walking through a village with Gorges du Verdon cliffs in the background.

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  • Lavender season is from June to mid-July.
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Castellane village rooftops with surrounding mountains and purple flowers in the foreground.

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Village nestled in the Gorges du Verdon with rocky cliffs and greenery, France.

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