Full-Day Tour of Provençal Markets and Villages in Luberon
Overview
Immerse yourself into the essence of Provence taking a full day excursion to the provençal markets and villages in Luberon.
Highlights
- Stroll along the open air traditional provençal market
- Explore the village Lourmarin and its Renaissance castle
- See the red ochre landscape of Roussillon
- A wonderful panoramic point of view on the village of Gordes
Your tour starts in Marseille where you meet your local guide.
You will stop in one the of the most famous of the Luberon villages: Gordes, made entirely from dry-stone and admire the breathtaking view of the Luberon mountain. The local market takes place on Tuesdays; on other days of the week, there will be just a photo stop.
Drive to Roussillon and its colourful ochre houses and cliffs (market is on Thursdays).
Get a taste of Provençal life walking through one of the most beautiful Provençal market towns in the Luberon: Lourmarin. Also famous for its Renaissance castle (market is on Fridays).
On Saturdays only, the tour will include the city of Apt and its market, famous for its candied-fruits.
The market takes place on Sunday in Ansouis: this village will enchant you with its authenticity and its quintessential provençal charm (no stop in Ansouis on Saturdays).
The last stop of your day trip will be to the village of Fontaine de Vaucluse. From April 1st 2026, the stop in Fontaine de Vaucluse will be replaced by a stop in the village of Ansouis.
What's included
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver guide
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
Meeting & pickup
Meet 10 minutes before departure in front of the Radisson Blu Hotel.
Additional info
Accessibility:
- Unfortunately, this tour isn't suitable for people with mobility impairments and not wheelchair accessible
Not allowed:
- Children under the age of 4
Know in advance:
- Tours are operated for a minimum of 2 passengers, however bookings for solo travellers are accepted. If the solo traveller remains the only passenger booked for a departure, the local tour operator will contact the passenger the day before the tour in order to offer them an alternative experience or date. If the passenger refuses the alternative suggestion, they'll be offered a full refund
- If joining with children, kindly advise their age. The local tour operator will contact you after booking
- Market days: Thursdays in Roussillon; Fridays in Lourmarin; Saturdays in Apt and Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Please note that the order of the visits may change depending on market days
- From mid-June to mid-July, your tour includes a quick picturesque stop at Sénanque Abbey
- The tour departs from Marseille, but a pick-up service from Aix-en-Provence can be offered by prior arrangement (please discuss this directly with the local tour operator after booking)
- On certain days, a quick drive through Aix-en-Provence to pick up and drop off passengers may be included
- You'll be given free time for lunch at your own expense
Remember to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes and water
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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