Provence Road Trip in 3 Days: Lavender Abbeys, Luberon Perched Villages & Gorges du Verdon
🗺️ 17 Stops
Hand-picked attractions, cultural landmarks, restaurants, and scenic viewpoints along this route.
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The itinerary covers numerous remote villages, countryside attractions, and the expansive Gorges du Verdon, none of which are adequately served by public transport. A car is indispensable for flexibility and efficiency.
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Prepare for an enchanting Provençal holiday, winding through fields of fragrant lavender and discovering the timeless beauty of Luberon's perched villages, from Ménerbes to Goult, alongside the iconic Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque. Then, brace yourself for an exhilarating journey to the majestic Gorges du Verdon, where Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and dramatic viewpoints like Belvédère du col d'Illoire await, promising an adventure brimming with spectacular French flavour.
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Trip Length
3
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Places Included
17
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Country
France
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"This three-day Provence road trip covers picturesque Luberon villages and the stunning Gorges du Verdon, but suffers from significant logistical backtracking and unclear travel planning on certain days."
Pro Tip: When driving in Provence, always factor in extra time for navigating charming but narrow village streets and finding parking, especially during peak season. Using a reliable GPS is essential, but be prepared for occasional signal loss in more remote areas like the Gorges du Verdon.
Day 1
7 places to visit
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
84800 L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, France
Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque
Abbaye de Sénanque, 84220 Gordes, France
Village des Bories
1570 Chemin du Village des Bories, 84220 Gordes, France
Goult
84220 Goult, France
Le Sentier des Ocres
sentier des ocres, 84220 Roussillon, France
Hotel Rest & Recharge
Scheduled Downtime
Ménerbes
50 Rue Cornille, 84560 Ménerbes, France
Day 2
5 places to visit
Château de Lacoste
Chem. du Château, 84480 Lacoste, France
Église Saint-Agricol
Rue Saint-Agricol, 84000 Avignon, France
Le Sanglier Paresseux
2 Rue de la Poterie, 84750 Caseneuve, France
Lavender Fields
R7RQ+C9, 84480 Bonnieux, France
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
04360 Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, France
Day 3
5 places to visit
Pont du Galetas
D957, 83630 Aiguines, France
Belvédère du col d'Illoire
D71, 83630 Aiguines, France
Aiguines
Aiguines, France
Les Salles-sur-Verdon
83630 Les Salles-sur-Verdon, France
Gorges du Verdon
Verdon Gorge, France
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"This three-day Provence road trip covers picturesque Luberon villages and the stunning Gorges du Verdon, but suffers from significant logistical backtracking and unclear travel planning on certain days."
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How many days is this Provence Road Trip in 3 Days: Lavender Abbeys, Luberon Perched Villages & Gorges du Verdon itinerary?
This curated France trip spans 3 days and features 17 carefully planned stops and attractions.
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Prepare for an enchanting Provençal holiday, winding through fields of fragrant lavender and discovering the timeless beauty of Luberon's perched villages, from Ménerbes to Goult, alongside the iconic Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque. Then, brace yourself for an exhilarating journey to the majestic Gorges du Verdon, where Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and dramatic viewpoints like Belvédère du col d'Illoire await, promising an adventure brimming with spectacular French flavour.
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