A day in the Luberon: Gordes Roussillon L’Isle s/Sorgue

Embark on a captivating Luberon Village Tour and discover the charm of beautiful French villages. Enjoy a delightful local-farmer’s picnic and explore Gordes, Roussillon, Ménerbes, Saignon, and Bonnieux with a knowledgeable driver-guide.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue - After a 30-minute drive from Avignon, stroll through the pretty town of L’Isle sur la Sorgue and its many canals and waterwheels, earning it the nickname “Venice of Comtat”. Then 40 minutes drive to Mines de Bruoux.

NB: L’Isle sur la Sorgue will be replaced by a walk to Fontaine de Vaucluse when the fountain overflows, for an exceptional spectacle!

  • Mines de Bruoux - Discover the sumptuous Mines of Bruoux for a guided tour of these old quarries where ocher was extracted then enjoy a Provençal picnic in this splendid setting, with only fresh products from local farms.

Then about 15 minutes drive to Roussillon.

  • Roussillon - Visit the village entirely colored with ocher and listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Then about 20 minutes drive to Gordes.
  • Gordes - Walk in the village of Gordes, voted the most beautiful village in the world by the American magazine Travel & Leisure, also with a photo stop with a breathtaking view of the village. Then about 50 minutes drive back to Avignon.
What's Included
  • Visit to Gordes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Guided tour of the Bruoux ocher mines
  • Visit of Roussillon
  • Visit to L’Isle sur la Sorgue
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Tips
Additional Information

Provençal picnic made up of products from local farms (example: hard-boiled eggs, pepper cream, tapenade, seasonal fruit goat cheese, grape juice) included in the price.

Visit to Gordes, voted the most beautiful village in the world.

Visit to the Bruoux Mines where ocher was extracted.

Visit the village of Roussillon, listed in the Most Beautiful Villages of France.

Stroll along the canals of L’Isle sur la Sorgue.

  • 2 hours of travel included in the entire tour duration.
  • Impossible to put a walker or suitcases in the car
Location
44 Cr Jean Jaurès
Cours Jean Jaurès
Wait in front of the Le Bristol hotel. Black car with Ventourisme on the sides. If leaving at 1:30 p.m. from June 29 to July 21, meet in the Allées de l'Oulle parking lot (wait at the Monument du Comtat statue). Contact me if you are not staying in Avignon to define a better meeting point.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
5.0
(3 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Susan_r
May 15, 2024
Great day…despite the rain. - Very enjoyable day. He was a very personable fellow with making us feel comfortable and shared his knowledge.
Review provided by Viator
Sameer_d
Dec 28, 2023
Luberon valley picturesque villages - Leisurely experience sightseeing and exploring the villages of luberon valley. Scenic and colorful. Recommend it
Review provided by Viator
I6802mrnathanc
Sep 5, 2023
Photos, memories, and hidden gems. - Incroyables sélection de beaux endroits du Luberon - Arnaud était fantastique et a rendu la visite meilleure que prévu. 10/10 j'y retournerai Wonderful selection of beautiful spots in Luberon — Arnaud was great and ensured the tour was better than expected. 10/10 will book again!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 6 guests
1 Adult
September 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today