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The 14 Verdon Gorge Tours Worth a Riviera Day

14 tours  ·  from $125 a head

The short list you would pass to a friend heading south: 14 verdon gorge tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before booking.

Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour - The Verdon Gorge from several viewpoints
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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

1.Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,975 reviews · from $125Our pick

Travel from Nice to Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon Gorge on a guided day trip with hotel or home pickup. Expect mountain roads, waterfall and canyon views, free time for lunch, and lavender stops when the flowers are in season. Guides have included Roman, Matt, Justine and Raphael.

“I had a great time on my tour today! Parfait was really a perfect (pun intended) guide! He was very knowledgeable and explained us everything along the way. We was very accommodating for our requests adjusting the toilets breaks/ the photo stops and the explanations. I had a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend . He gave us an enriching time. The places are beautiful ! I want to come back during summer time. I was not feeling well due to motion sickness and both the guide and the rest of our group were super nice to me. Just try to withdraw money in advance because I tried to find…”

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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour - The Verdon Gorge from several viewpoints
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Nice: Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

2.Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 342 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $144

Set out from Nice in a group of up to 16, with hotel pickup and a full day of Provence scenery. The route takes in Castellane, the Verdon Gorge, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Valensole’s seasonal lavender fields and Sainte-Croix Lake. Guides such as Alessandro, Denys and Jaba have drawn praise for safe driving and engaging commentary, but the guide experience can vary.

“Despite not being able to see the Lavander Fields (the flowers were harvested already), we really enjoyed the Gorges of Verdon experience. The villages were just so lovely. Alessandro, our guide, so informative. He was always looking out after our safety .”

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Gorges du Verdon Shared Tour from Nice - Lac de Sainte-Croix, the day’s refreshing pause
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Gorges du Verdon Shared Tour from Nice

3.Gorges du Verdon Shared Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 273 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $151

Leave Nice at 8 am in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide and up to seven other people. Visit Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and Lac de Sainte-Croix, with scenic stops along the way. In summer, the route may pass lavender fields. Bring a swimsuit if you want to swim or rent a boat; those costs are extra.

“The all day excursion was an incredible experience. Beautiful views of the canyon. Bruno our tour guy did a wonderful job. Made the day trip super fun! Be prepare for winning roads.”

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From Nice: Gorges du Verdon Guided Tour - Castellane, a mountain village beneath its famous rock
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From Nice: Gorges du Verdon Guided Tour

4.Gorges du Verdon Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 238 reviews · 10 hours · from $163

Leave Nice by minivan for the Gorges du Loup waterfall, Castellane, Verdon Gorge and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. The 10-hour outing includes a driver-guide, hotel pickup and waterfall admission. Lake time may replace the village walk, depending on conditions and group preferences. Lavender is seasonal, and the mountain roads are winding.

“Ruben was very informative and gave us choices of what we wanted to do. My husband absolutely loved the views on top of the mountains. I sure wish I had gotten to see the lavender fields in bloom but Ruben can’t help the area had a heat wave the week prior.”

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From Nice: Verdon Gorge Full-Day Tour - Castellane, a village at the gorge’s entrance
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From Nice: Verdon Gorge Full-Day Tour

5.Verdon Gorge Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 225 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $147

Leave Nice by air-conditioned vehicle for Castellane, Verdon Gorge and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, with time for lake views and, when the season cooperates, lavender fields. A guide drives and shares local context; past guides include Mario, Bruno and Rafael. The day lasts 9 to 10 hours, and the mountain roads are winding.

“This is a must do day trip when coming to Nice! Not only do you get to see/swim in the stunning Verdon Gorge, you will also stop at landmarks and gems of nature, as well as some of the most beautiful villages in the world. Our guide, Nikola, was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, funny, and easy-going. He made our trip so worth it - thank you!”

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Nice: The Gorges du Verdon and Ste Croix Lake Full-Day Tour - Castellane, a mountain village with a past
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Nice: The Gorges du Verdon and Ste Croix Lake Full-Day Tour

6.The Gorges du Verdon and Ste Croix Lake Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 144 reviews · 9 hours

Travel from Nice in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English, French or Spanish-speaking driver-guide. See the Gorges du Verdon, stop in Castellane and pottery-making Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, then spend time near Sainte-Croix Lake. Lavender is in bloom around late June and July. The nine-hour day includes pickup and drop-off, but not food, drinks or boat rental.

“The best driver ever - Bruno “ Mars “ Thank you - girls from the Czech Republic 👋”

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From Nice: Verdon Gorges & Lavender Fields Tour & Transport - Gorges du Loup: a waterfall before the mountains
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From Nice: Verdon Gorges & Lavender Fields Tour & Transport

7.Verdon Gorges & Lavender Fields Tour & Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 40 reviews · from $129

Ride from Nice in a small group of up to 15 with an English-speaking guide. The route takes in a 40-meter waterfall, Castellane, the turquoise Verdon Gorge, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, Sainte-Croix Lake and lavender fields when in season. David has been praised for careful driving, but safety concerns have also been raised about the ride.

“"Our day trip from Nice to the Verdon Gorge was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Although we were a bit disappointed to miss the lavender fields as they were not in season, the breathtaking beauty of the gorge more than made up for it. A special thanks to our guide, David, who was truly exceptional. He masterfully navigated the challenging, winding roads, constantly checking on our group of eight, some of whom were prone to motion sickness. His skillful and considerate driving made the journey completely stress-free and enjoyable for everyone. The small, friendly group dynamic was perfect, and we all felt the experience was well worth the…”

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Private Tour to Gorges du Verdon and its Lavender Fields - Castellane, a good place to pause
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Private Tour to Gorges du Verdon and its Lavender Fields

8.Private Tour to Gorges du Verdon and its Lavender Fields

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · 11 hours (approx.)

Travel about 300 km from Nice with a private English-speaking driver-guide, stopping at the Saut du Loup waterfalls, Castellane, the Verdon Gorge, Lake Sainte-Croix, and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Lavender fields are a seasonal highlight, usually best from June into July. Expect a full day on winding mountain roads, with lunch and optional activities at your own cost.

“Guillaume was a great driver and guide. He picked us up on time and brought us to amazing places to see during this 12 hour tour. We saw I believe 8 different stops during our trip which he was willing to customize to our wishes. We went with his recommendations which were all good. Stopped in a couple of small villages, in one of which we had an amazing lunch. Went out on a boat ride and were able to see amazing scenery. Luckily for us we were there during the time of the lavender fields blooming which is only a few short weeks at the end of June and…”

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Gorges du Verdon Private Tour - Moustiers-Sainte-Marie: a village built into the slopes
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Gorges du Verdon Private Tour

9.Gorges du Verdon Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) Top rated

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from your Côte d'Azur accommodation to Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Lake Sainte-Croix. This private tour for up to eight includes a driver-guide and room to adjust the day. Past guides Mario and Laurent earned praise for their warm manner, but guide and route details may vary.

“It was a nice day but not what I expected. The second half of the day is much more memorable than the first half. The trip involves a lot of driving. The first stop was a waterfall where we stayed for 10 mins. Then we went to Castellane for 35 mins, saw some beautiful views from the top of the mountain, then the lavender fields for awhile and swimming in the lake for an hour. Either bring your lunch or plan to buy it to go in Castellane.”

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Private Tour of Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender in Nice - Lake Sainte-Croix and a terrace lunch
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Private Tour of Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender in Nice

10.Private Tour of Gorges of Verdon and Fields of Lavender in Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Leave Nice at 9:00 am in a private group of up to eight, with an English-speaking guide and pickup offered. The route pairs the turquoise Verdon Gorge and hill villages with Lake Sainte-Croix and the Plateau de Valensole. Guides such as Alessandro, Jaba and Mathew have been praised for safe driving, local context and tailoring stops. Lavender is seasonal, so check its status before booking.

“My mom and I did a private tour from Nice to the Lavender Fields with Jaba as our tour guide. Simply put, the entire experience was outstanding. Jaba was incredible - a fantastic and safe driver, a kind and thoughtful individual, and a smart and fascinating person to chat with. He was so attentive to our needs and made sure we had a phenomenal time, fully customizing the experience and making sure we got the very best viewpoints at each stop, etc… it was a long, lovely day and certainly a memorable one! The lavender fields were gorgeous (make sure they’re in season before you book), the towns were adorable,…”

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Verdon Gorge: The Grand canyon of Europe, Lake and Lavender - Lake Sainte-Croix from above, then perhaps from the shore
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Verdon Gorge: The Grand canyon of Europe, Lake and Lavender

11.Verdon Gorge: The Grand canyon of Europe, Lake and Lavender

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Leave Nice at 8:30 am in a private minivan with a driver-guide for a 10-hour route through the Gorges du Loup, Verdon Gorge, Lake Sainte-Croix and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. In late June and July, the day can include a walk through Valensole lavender fields. Guides on past outings have included Laurent, Marcos, Stephan and Ruben.

“Excellent day trip with Marcos as our guide. Beautiful scenery and an enjoyable ride. Marcos was a very personable and knowledgeable guide.”

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Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Nice - Point Sublime and the Verdon Gorge
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Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Nice

12.Private Day Trip: Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $618

Leave Nice at 8:00 am in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan for Castellane, Point Sublime, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and Lake of Sainte-Croix. Your driver-guide provides commentary and can tailor the day to your group. The trip lasts about nine hours, with lunch at your own expense in Moustiers.

“Our guide Mathilde was excellent, informative and charming. She tailored the tour to fit our needs. She was an outstanding driver and the van was well equipped for comfort and the long ride.It was worth the time. We would ask for her again if we are ever in this area again.”

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GUIDED TOUR: Lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon - Lavender fields and the stop near Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon
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GUIDED TOUR: Lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon

13.GUIDED TOUR: Lavender fields, the Gorges du Verdon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $134

Spend 9 to 10 hours travelling from Nice through the Gorge du Loup and the Gorges du Verdon, with stops at La Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and lavender country near Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon. Pickup is offered, and groups are capped at eight. Guide names can vary; Stephan has led the route.

“We got a guide all to ourselves. Hurray! Stephan was very knowledgeable and flexible with stops. Our family enjoyed the tour. Plus blooming lavenders were a big plus. The whole reason we came to Nice. I thought we'd go to lavender factory aRead more”

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Verdon Canyon and its Lake Full Day Tour - Lake Sainte-Croix: the day’s big payoff
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Verdon Canyon and its Lake Full Day Tour

14.Verdon Canyon and its Lake Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $139

Leave Nice at 8:00 am in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide and a group of no more than 16. Visit Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, then spend time at Lake Sainte-Croix, where summer options include swimming, canoeing, pedal boats and electric boats. Guides named Dennis, Elizabeth and Nicolas have been praised, but a particular guide is not guaranteed.

“One of the finest from south of france. At countryside drive , jaw dropping views , beautiful medieval towns and finest experiance of verdon valley/ river is such a gem. Make sure you spend more time at riverside like atleast 2 hrs and atleast Read more”

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