CASTELLANE

Visit the Verdon Gorge and explore the villages of Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful villages of France.

Spend the day in the Gorges du Verdon and its breathtaking views along the canyon. Visit the villages of Castellane and Moustiers in the Alps. Enjoy the lavender fields and take a swim in the lake.

Discover the wonders of the Gorges de Verdon, including the largest lake in the region, the Lake of Sainte-Croix on a full-day tour from Nice. Explore charming small villages including Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and many more top sights.

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.

Explore the kaleidoscopic landscapes of Verdon Gorges and vast lavender fields on this full-day guided tour. Your guide will first take you to the 'Gorge of the Wolf' , passing by lush greenery and rocky cliffs to arrive at its waterfall, a popular spot for hiking. After halting at Castellane, travel alongside Verdon to witness the magical 700-meter-deep canyon, the blue hues of which are worth admiring. As ‘gorges’ as that was, the vast fields of lavender and the village of St. Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, known for its ceramic art and craft, will leave you awed.