The deep cliff of the Gorges du Verdon is unique in Europe and is one of the greatest tourist attractions in Provence. It is a limestone canyon.
Gorges du verdon day tour
You will drive along spectacular views and fantastic landscapes, from the coast to the canyon,
Appreciate also some amazing colors of Provence, smell the flavors and enjoy a superb nature all all around you
You will enjoy a very amazing location with its elevation 9300 feet high, the Verdon river flow to the Durance near Mansoque.
The famous lake de sainte Croix, is also a real must see attraction. It is a man made dam and lake, with about 761 cubic meters of water , in which the original village is completely underwater.
Gorges du verdon day tour
Discover the amazing nature, places and history during your Gorges du verdon day tour.
Let your tour guide learn you all about the area, stop in nice places, old villages,
The views from Aiguines village is the left hand side of the river, are very breath-taking views over the lake.
Explore the village, and stop for nice picture stops all along the crests,on the way high above the Crest road above the canyon Verdon : 4200 feet high!
The best periods to tour in the Verdon canyon could be during spring and falls, colors are just stunning, the blue of the river and lake, and all the typical vegetation there.
Discover also a must se village by the Gorges du verdon : Moustiers sainte Marie
An ancient monastery was there, and now it is one of the most beautiful small villages around this area
Moustiers is a must see village in the Verdon canyon ; it has an incredible beautiful heritage, 2 churches, from the 12 th and 13th centuries, and the way up to the hill is just a nice walk , to admire the views, and the famous star hanging between the 2 rocs right above the chapel Notre dame de Beauvoir.
It has a lot of small and beautiful studios and arts : hand crafters: woodwork, earthenware, and pottery a very rewed one since the 17 th century. Art studio of santons figurines all the provence is there, with the very nice and peaceful lifestyle around the little squares and fresh terracces by the local fountain.
