Markets in Provence are an authentic part of the local “art de vivre”. Most of the villages in Provence have a weekly market, each with its own personality. Join your local Provence expert guide as he takes you to the best Provencal markets. Visit the colourful stalls and discover famous local products such as honey, olive oil, fresh olives, cheeses, fresh local vegetables, famous Provence soap, dried herbs and pottery!
No trip to Provence is complete without visiting its local markets!
Your tour starts in Aix-en-Provence where you meet your friendly local guide. Set off in our minibus and enjoy the picturesque drive through Provence as you travel to its best markets.
You will stop in one of the most famous of the Luberon villages: Gordes. Enjoy some time in the village which is made entirely from dry-stone and admire the breathtaking view of the Luberon mountain. (Gordes' market is on Tuesdays. On other days of the week, a photo stop will be organised.)
From mid-June to mid-July, enjoy a photo stop at a lavender field in full bloom.
Next stop on your villages tour is to Roussillon and its colourful ochre houses and cliffs. (Roussillon's market is on Thursdays).
Get a taste of Provençal life walking through one of the most beautiful Provençal market towns in the Luberon: Lourmarin. Also famous for its Renaissance castle. (Lourmarin's market is on Fridays).
On Saturdays only, the tour will include the city of Apt and its market, famous for its candied-fruits.
The market takes place on Sunday in L'Isle sur la Sorgue: a charming Provençal town renowned for its antique shops, picturesque canals and traditional waterwheels. (Stop only on Sunday).
It's time to leave the Luberon and head back to Aix-en-Provence.
There will be free time for lunch (not included) on your own during the day.
The order of the visit can change according to market days.
From April 1st to October 31st, the tour will be from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm
From November 1st to March 31st, the tour will be from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm.