Avignon: Sault Lavender Fields & Distillery Small Group Tour

Summary

Walk Sault’s blue fields taste lavender ice cream see distillery

You’ll wander through Sault’s famous lavender fields with a local guide, visit a working distillery to learn about essential oils, and sample unique lavender ice cream if you want. Expect plenty of photo stops and small surprises along the way—the scent of summer lingers long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the first thing I’d notice in Sault to be the way the air actually felt different—almost sweet, but not in a candy way. We’d left Avignon behind in this little minivan (air conditioning, thank god), and suddenly there was just blue everywhere. The driver—Pierre, who grew up nearby—pointed out how the wheat and lavender sort of melt into each other. He said it’s only like this for a few weeks each year. I tried to take a photo but honestly, it never looks right on my phone.

We stopped at this old distillery that smelled like someone had spilled herbal tea everywhere. The machines were louder than I thought they’d be, and our guide explained how they pull oil from the flowers. She handed me a tiny bottle to sniff—my hands smelled like summer for hours after. There was an older couple from Lyon in our group; they kept joking about putting lavender oil on everything, even their wine (don’t try that). Someone mentioned the “French capital of lavender” and I guess that’s true—it felt like everyone here knew exactly what to do with these purple flowers.

Afterwards we wandered through more fields, just following little dirt paths between rows. I tried the lavender ice cream (not included but worth it), which tasted kind of floral and cold at once—I’m still not sure if I liked it or not, but it made me laugh. There was this moment where Pierre pointed out Gordes off in the distance, all pale stone against the sky, and everyone got quiet for a second. It’s funny how sometimes you remember silence more than anything else.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit lavender fields and Sault village

• Walk through lavender fields
• Visit Sault village viewpoint
• Learn about lavender at distillery
• Taste lavender ice cream (optional)

Top questions

How long is the drive from Avignon to Sault?

The drive from Avignon to Sault takes about 1 hour by minivan.

Is lavender ice cream included in the tour price?

No, tasting lavender ice cream is optional and not included in the tour price.

Are there stops for photos during the tour?

Yes, there are several photo stops in the lavender fields and at scenic spots like Gordes or Abbaye de Sénanque.

Does the tour include pickup from Avignon?

The tour includes transport by air-conditioned minivan departing from Avignon.

Is bottled water provided on this day trip?

Yes, bottled water is included for all guests during the tour.

Can infants join this lavender fields tour?

Yes, infants can join; prams or strollers are allowed and infant seats are available if needed.

Are service animals permitted on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this small group tour from Avignon.

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water throughout, transport by comfortable air-conditioned minivan from Avignon with a friendly local driver-guide who shares stories along the way—you’ll also get guided visits at both the distillery and through Sault’s famous fields before heading back in good company.