"I absolutely loved this trip. The pit-stops on this trip were absolutely stunning. Everything was very well managed, special thanks to our guide Mira. She ensured that we got plenty of time in each location and was very accommodating of our requests. She made our trip really special. I would highly recommend this tour, specially with Mira."
Provence · From Marseille · Valensole Plateau
Lavender Tours from Marseille to Valensole
A full-day escape from the coast to the lavender plateau — fields in bloom, a farm visit, and a Provençal village, all from Marseille.
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From
$183
per person
Free cancellation
- 4.7 / 5 Top Rated
- Round-Trip Transport From Aix · Marseille · Nice
- Photo Stops In the Blooming Fields
- Free Cancellation
The Experience
Why Book the Valensole Lavender Tour from Marseille
One big day in the lavender, with the coast as your base.
Highlights
- Drive through the beautiful lavender fields of the Valensole Plateau
- Stroll in Moustiers Sainte Marie and see the famous ceramic workshops
- Enjoy beautiful landscapes and take some photos
- Admire the beauty of Verdon River
What's Included
- Transportation by air-conditioned minibus
- Service of a driver guide French/English
How the Marseille Lavender Day Trip Works
From Marseille to the blooming Valensole plateau in about 90 minutes.
Choose Your Departure City
Pick a tour leaving from Aix-en-Provence (closest), Marseille, or Nice. Each is a guided day trip with round-trip transport — no rental car or route-planning needed.
Book a Date in Bloom Season
The lavender peaks roughly late June to mid-July. Book early — bloom-season weekends sell out, and the fields are harvested from around mid-July.
Confirm Instantly
Pay through our secure GetYourGuide booking partner — instant confirmation by email, mobile voucher, and free cancellation on most tours up to 24 hours before.
Ride to the Plateau
Meet your guide at the pickup point and travel by air-conditioned minibus to the Valensole plateau for photo stops in the fields and a working lavender-farm visit.
Photo Gallery
Valensole Lavender — From Marseille
Endless purple rows on the plateau, a short drive inland from the Marseille coast.
Book Your Experience
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Select your date and group size. Instant confirmation — free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Compare Valensole Lavender Tours from Marseille
The Valensole full-day, the higher Sault route, or a cruise-port pickup — compared.
| Feature | RECOMMENDED Valensole Full-Day Tour | Sault Lavender Route | Cruise-Port Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | From $183/per person | $183 | $179 |
| Departs From | Marseille | Marseille | Marseille Cruise Port |
| Length | Full day | Full day | Full day |
| Main Fields | Valensole plateau | Sault + Valensole area | Valensole plateau |
| Lavender Farm Visit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise-Friendly Timing | No | No | Yes |
| Best For | Coast-based travelers | Seeing the higher Sault lavender | Cruise passengers in port |
| Check Availability | View Tour | View Tour |
More Lavender Tours from Marseille & Nearby
Full-day lavender trips from the coast — including the Sault route and cruise-port pickups.
SAULT ROUTEFrom Marseille: Lavender Full-Day Trip to Sault
Discover Sault, the lavender capital, and immerse yourself in its breathtaking lavender fields. Then, explore Gordes in the picturesque Luberon Valley, one of the most beautiful villages in France.
CRUISE PORTFrom Marseille: Valensole Lavenders Tour from Cruise Port
Admire the beautiful lavender fields of Provence on a full-day tour of the plateau of Valensole. Depart from the Marseille port, snap amazing photos of the flowers, and learn about their properties.
FROM AIXFrom Aix: Half Day Trip to Lavender Fields in Provence
Experience the sights and scents of the Valensole plateau lavender fields on this half-day tour from Aix-en-Provence. Discover local lavender products at a traditional lavender distillery.
FULL DAYFrom Aix-en-Provence: Valensole Lavender Full-Day Tour
Enjoy the breathtaking sights of the lavender fields on the plateau of Valensole. Discover the villages of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Sainte-Croix Lake in the Verdon region with its scenic landscapes.
From Marseille
A Full Day in the Lavender from the Coast
What to expect on the trip inland.
Marseille sits about 90 minutes from the Valensole plateau, so lavender tours from the city are full-day affairs — and that’s a feature, not a bug. With more hours on the plateau you can pair the Valensole fields with a second highlight: a Provençal hilltop village, or the higher Sault lavender route, where fine lavender blooms a little later than the Valensole lavandin.
A standard day leaves Marseille in the morning, reaches the fields for photo stops and a working-farm visit, breaks for lunch in a village, and returns by evening. It’s the natural choice if you’re based on the coast for a few days and want to give the lavender one proper, unhurried day rather than a quick dash.
As with every Valensole tour, timing is everything: the bloom peaks late June to mid-July, with harvest from around mid-July. Arriving by cruise ship? There are dedicated cruise-port pickups from Marseille. Closer bases include Aix-en-Provence, an hour nearer the fields.
Guest Reviews
What Travelers Say
4.7/5
"We were very lucky to see so many lavender fields and enjoy the city of Moustiers. Benito was a really great guide and kept us all entertained. Would recommend."
"It was very good planed. felt more like a Family trip because we were 6 people in total inclusive the guide. #TeamMaurice The Lavender fields were awesome and the visit of little village Moustiers-Sainte-Marie was very beautiful"
"Paolo was an amazing tour guide. He is very funny and knowledgeable, and is great to travel for a full day with. Our d’animation greatly enjoyed our tour with him!"
"We were met by our guide/driver Hugo. He was very polite and gave us a lot of information during the trip. The fields were amazing and the stop at the oil tasting was nice too. I suggest that you inform the oil makers to produce products in containers of 100ml so they can be passed in a hand luggage at the airport. The stop at the lake was lovely and refreshing. It would have been nice if we had more than an hour. Highly suggest people to buy this tour."
"It was amazing, the whole trip was worth it, many thanks to Alex the best, highly recomended…"
"Such a good day! Lavender fields were amazing and I really enjoyed the little village of Moustiers-Saint-Marie. Our guide (I’m sorry I cannot remember her name) was great, engaged with the group and was very good at driving on the little windy country roads. Would definitely recommend this trip"
"Amazing time in lavender fields and beautiful French villages"
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See All ReviewsReady to See the Valensole Lavender in Bloom?
Skip the self-drive logistics — let a local guide handle the route, photo stops, and farm visits. Choose from lavender tours departing Aix, Marseille & Nice, most with free cancellation. Starting from $183 per person.
Browse Lavender ToursFAQ — Valensole Lavender Tours from Marseille
Everything to know about visiting the lavender fields from Marseille.
The Valensole plateau is about 110 km from Marseille — roughly a 90-minute drive each way. That's why lavender tours from Marseille are full-day trips.
Peak bloom is roughly late June to mid-July. Harvest begins around mid-July, after which the purple is cut, so aim for late June to early July and book ahead.
Sault is a higher lavender area where true fine lavender blooms slightly later than the Valensole lavandin — sometimes into late July. Some Marseille tours visit the Sault route as well as or instead of Valensole.
Yes, but book a tour designed for cruise passengers with timing matched to your ship — see our cruise-port pickup page. Standard tours may not guarantee return in time for all-aboard.
Lunch is usually at your own expense in a village along the way, unless the tour description states otherwise. Bring water and sun protection regardless.
Most full-day tours from Marseille include a working lavender farm or distillery visit alongside the photo stops in the fields.
No. The fields are private working crops. Picking and trampling damage the plants and the harvest — photograph from the edges and follow your guide.
Expect a long day of roughly 9–11 hours door to door, including about three hours of driving combined. Tours leave early to make the most of the plateau.
Many use minibuses or small coaches. Group size varies by operator; check the individual tour for its maximum if you want a smaller group.
Most tours allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. The exact terms appear on each booking page.
Still have questions? Email us at info@valensolelavenderfields.com