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Provence Lavender & Luberon Villages – Full-Day Family Tour from Paris by Train

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Provence Lavender & Luberon Villages – Full-Day Family Tour from Paris by Train

Why you shouldn't miss it ?

  • Escape Paris for a spectacular Provence day, exploring blooming lavender fields and beautiful perched villages of the Luberon.
  • Enjoy seamless logistics with a perfectly timed high-speed train and private air-conditioned van with a dedicated chauffeur-guide.
  • Keep kids engaged with an instant camera mission, turning lavender fields and village streets into a true discovery adventure.
  • Experience Provence at its most breathtaking during lavender season, creating unforgettable family memories in one exceptional day.
In a nutshell

9 hours

Private

English

Wheelchair Friendly

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What’s Included:

9 hours in a private air-conditioned van with a kid-friendly chauffeur-guide / An instant camera at the children’s disposal/ And of course- fun!

Milestones:

Lavender fields and perched villages of the Luberon
Overview

Think you need a whole week to experience the magic of the South? Think again. Available exclusively during lavender season (from mid June to mid July), this family day trip brings you face to face with purple landscapes and hilltop villages, all within a single, carefully planned day from Paris.

High Speed Train Journey from Paris to Provence

Your day begins early in Paris with a morning departure on the high speed TGV. You leave Paris at 7:38 AM and enjoy a 2h43 train ride to the south of France, with time for a short nap, a quiet game, or breakfast on board.

You arrive in Avignon at 10:20 AM, where your private air conditioned van and family friendly driver guide are waiting. From there, you head directly into the heart of the Luberon, without losing time on logistics.

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After a full day exploring Provence, you return to Avignon in time for your evening train. Departure is scheduled at 7:49 PM, allowing families to enjoy dinner on board during the return journey if they wish. You arrive back in Paris at 10:32 PM, with children relaxed or already asleep and parents knowing everything has been taken care of.

Lavender Fields and Luberon Hilltop Villages

This tour takes place when Provence is at its most spectacular. You stop at carefully selected lavender fields offering wide open views, space to walk, and easy access for families.

Your guide also takes you to quieter, less crowded areas, away from the busiest tourist spots, allowing families to enjoy the lavender landscapes in a calmer and more authentic setting.

The day includes time in the most beautiful perched villages of the Luberon. Depending on the day and conditions, your itinerary may include villages such as Gordes, Roussillon, Lacoste, Ménerbes, Bonnieux, or Oppède-le-Vieux.

Rather than rushing from one stop to another, your guide selects villages where families can walk, explore, and truly take in the atmosphere, with time to enjoy viewpoints, small streets, and everyday Provençal life.

A Provence Experience Designed for Children

To keep children actively involved throughout the day, each child has the opportunity to use an instant camera during the tour. They can photograph lavender fields, village streets, and small details that catch their eye, watching their photos print instantly. This playful activity turns the day into a real discovery mission and helps children stay curious and engaged throughout the experience.

A Lavender Moment Not to Miss

Lavender season is short, and if your family happens to be in Paris at the right time, this day trip is a rare opportunity to experience Provence at its most iconic, even on a tight schedule.

For families staying longer in the region, we also offer other family tours in Provence and Camargue, designed for a deeper and more immersive experience.

FAQ

Are train tickets included in this Provence day trip from Paris?

Train tickets are not included. We provide a recommended schedule from Paris to Avignon and back, carefully selected to maximize your time in the lavender fields and Luberon villages. We suggest the 7:38 AM departure from Paris and the 7:49 PM return from Avignon. We can also assist you with booking your tickets if needed.

Is it really worth visiting Provence from Paris for just one day?

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If you do not have time to spend several days in the South of France admiring the purple lavender fields, this family day trip from Paris lets you discover Provence at its most spectacular during lavender season. In less than three hours, you travel from Paris to the heart of the Luberon, surrounded by blooming lavender fields and hilltop villages. The day combines a short, comfortable high-speed train journey with a private air-conditioned van and dedicated chauffeur-guide who accompanies you like a personal concierge, ensuring everything flows seamlessly.

Is this Provence day trip suitable for children?

The day is designed to keep children active and engaged through a hands-on discovery experience. Each child receives an instant camera to photograph lavender fields and village details while watching their photos print instantly, turning sightseeing into a real exploration. The cameras are included for use during the tour and can be purchased afterward for €140 per camera.

Will teens enjoy this Provence day trip from Paris?

Very likely. Even if they grumble about the early alarm, the panoramic views of the Luberon and spectacular lavender landscapes usually make it worth it. The experience feels more like a scenic road trip than a traditional guided tour, with endless photo opportunities and dramatic viewpoints.

Which villages and lavender fields will we visit?

Your day includes a carefully curated selection of the most beautiful perched villages of the Luberon, such as Gordes, Roussillon, Lacoste, Ménerbes, Bonnieux or Oppède-le-Vieux. Rather than trying to see everything in one day, your guide selects the most scenic combination based on light, timing, and crowd levels. We also stop at quieter lavender fields with wide-open views and easy access for families, ensuring a relaxed and authentic Provence experience.

What about meals during the trip?

Meals are not included. You may enjoy breakfast on board the morning train from Paris, lunch in one of the Luberon villages, and dinner on the 7:49 PM return train from Avignon, which is perfectly timed for a relaxed journey back to Paris.

What if lavender is not at peak bloom?

Lavender season usually runs from mid June to mid July, depending on weather. Even if bloom varies slightly, the Luberon landscapes, stone villages, and Provençal countryside remain spectacular. The experience is about the overall magic of Provence, not just a single photo moment.

Can this Provence day trip be booked outside lavender season?

Yes, the tour can technically be organized outside mid June to mid July. However, it is the exceptional beauty of the blooming lavender fields that truly justifies traveling from Paris for the day. Without the endless purple landscapes, the Luberon villages remain charming, but the overall impact is significantly reduced. This journey makes the most sense during lavender season.

Can we stay longer in Provence?

This day trip is designed for families with limited time. We also offer a wide range of private family tours in Provence and Camargue, including countryside experiences, village explorations, and immersive activities for children. If you plan to stay longer in the South of France, we can design a tailored multi-day itinerary. Have a look at our Provence & Camargue experiences page and start imagining your extended escape.

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€1750

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€1750

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€1835

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Starting point
At avignon train station, your guide will meet you at the platform
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For France

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets we charge a 20% cancellation fee; for the Eiffel Tower and Versailles tours (see below for specific cancellation charges).
  • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Eiffel Tower activities:

  • Cancellations made 5 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a 60% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Versailles:

  •  Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will be charged a 250€ cancellation fee.
  •  Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made between 15 and 29 days prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
  • Cancellations made between 7 and 14 days prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 25% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

For cruises, Tuk-tuk & Sidecar:

  • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund.
  • Cancellations made between 10 days and 5 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For United Kingdom

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For black cab tours:

  • Cancellations between 4 weeks and 15 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 14 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Italy

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets or cruise in Venice we charge a 20% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
  • Bookings cancelled within 10 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

Cancellation Policy

      • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for tours with tickets we charge a 20% cancellation fee; for the Eiffel Tower and Versailles tours (see below for specific cancellation charges).
      • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Eiffel Tower activities:

      • Cancellations made 5 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a 60% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Versailles:

      • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your tour will be charged a 250€ cancellation fee.
      • Cancellations made between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 48 hours of the date of your tour will be charged in full.

      For Workshops and Classes:

      • Cancellations made between 15 and 29 days prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.
      • Cancellations made between 7 and 14 days prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 25% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the workshop/class will be charged in full.

      For cruises, Tuk-tuk & Sidecar:

      • Cancellations made 10 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund.
      • Cancellations made between 10 days and 5 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.
      • Bookings cancelled within 5 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For black cab tours:

  • Cancellations between 4 week and 15 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 14 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets we charge a 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your workshop/class will be charged in full. 

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made 14 days or more prior to the date of your tour will receive a full refund. Exceptions are: for the tours with tickets or cruise in Venice we charge a 20% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of your tour will receive a 50% refund. 
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your tour will be charged in full. 

For Workshops and Classes:

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more prior to the date of your workshop/class will receive a 50% refund.  
  • Bookings cancelled within 7 days of the date of your workshop/class will be charged in full.