Provence Half Day Trip and Olive Oil Tasting from Aix
Aix-en-Provence, France
This Provence half-day trip is perfect for gourmet lovers and cultural enthusiasts!
Departing from Aix en Provence city center, your guide will drive to the beautiful southern Luberon region of Provence. The half-day trip will include the visit of two typical and authentical villages classified as most beautiful in France, Lourmarin and Ansuis. Your Provence experience will continue with a visit of an olive oil mill followed by a commented tasting.
Overview
This Provence half-day trip is perfect for gourmet lovers and cultural enthusiasts!
Departing from Aix en Provence city center, your guide will drive to the beautiful southern Luberon region of Provence. The half-day trip will include the visit of two typical and authentical villages classified as most beautiful in France, Lourmarin and Ansuis. Your Provence experience will continue with a visit of an olive oil mill followed by a commented tasting.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Lourmarin, Lourmarin, Luberon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
After a short drive from Aix en Provence, enjoy a guided visit of the beautiful village of Lourmarin situated in the region of Luberon. This village is classified as most beautiful in France. Lourmarin is set in plain and is easily accessible to all visitors. Upon arrival and along with your guide, you will walk through the narrow streets of the village and admire some inescapable sites such as the 17th century Private Mansion of Philippe de Girad, the numerous fountains that are scattered across the village, the 17th century belfry or the Protestant Temple (known as the the largest in the area).
The duration includes the travel time.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Luberon, Luberon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
After the visit of Lourmarin, discover a local olive oil producing domain and enjoy a tasting of these local and delicious products.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: 84240 Ansouis, France
Arrive at Ansouis village for the second village walking visit of this half-day tour.
This authentic village is far from the crowds that flock in the other touristy villages of Gordes or Bonnieux. Ansouis has remained authentic and was justly proclaimed as one of the most beautiful villages of France in 1999. The village is typical or the area with its stone houses and narrow streets. For a stunning view over the valley, your guide will lead you to the top of the village where the Castle of Ansouis still stands.
The duration includes the travel time.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Olive oil tasting
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide
- Guided visit of Lourmarin and Ansouis villages
Exclusions
- Entrance fees except those not mentioned in the program
- Personal insurance & expenses
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the program
- Gratuities for the guide
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
- In case minimum numbers are not reached we will offer to reschedule or refund your tour
- Tour involves some walking, good walking shoes recommended
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please advise if an infant seat is needed
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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