Aix-en-Provence: Côtes de Provence Wine Tasting & Luberon Villages

Wine, Villages & Provençal Light in One Day from Aix

You get picked up from your hotel, taste wines at two Côtes de Provence wineries, return to Aix for lunch, then spend the afternoon in Lourmarin, Roussillon and Gordes with free time in each village. Transport, tastings and a guide who knows where to stop are all included. Plan for a full day out. That's what fits everything in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Château de La Gaude30m
2. Roussillon1h

Wine tastings and Luberon villages visit

• Visit first winery for wine tasting
• Visit second winery for wine tasting
• Return to Aix for quick snack
• Free time in Lourmarin village
• Photo stop in village
• Free time in Roussillon village
• Free time in Gordes village

The experience

The driver picks you up from your hotel in Aix around 8am, and within twenty minutes you're leaving the city behind for the Côtes de Provence St-Victoire region. The first winery comes into view, which one depends on the day and what's open, but your guide handles that. You walk through the cellar, taste two wines, ask questions if you want them answered, and then you're back in the minibus heading toward lunch. It's not rushed, but it's not lingering either. By midday you're back in Aix for a quick snack before the afternoon half starts.

After the break, the Luberon villages are where the day opens up. Lourmarin comes first: a proper Provençal town with plane trees and a castle, and you get free time to walk, sit at a café, or just look at how the light hits the stone. Roussillon is next, famous for its ochre cliffs and the way the whole village glows orange-red in the afternoon sun. Your guide points out the photo spots, but the time is yours. Then there's a photo stop somewhere between villages (the exact place shifts), and finally Gordes, perched on a hilltop with views that stretch across the valley. Again, free time to wander, eat, or just sit. The guide is there if you need context, but mostly you're moving at your own pace.

The minibus is air-conditioned, which matters in summer. The group stays small enough that you're not herded through the villages like a school trip. Your guide knows the region and drives, so you're not navigating or worrying about parking. The wine tastings are real (two different producers, two different wines) not a rushed pour-and-go. If you're not a wine person, you still get the morning in the countryside and the afternoon in three of the most photographed villages in Provence. The whole day wraps by early evening, and you're back in Aix.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Aix, two wine tastings at Côtes de Provence wineries, transport in an air-conditioned minibus with a professional driver-guide, and free time to explore Lourmarin, Roussillon and Gordes. You arrange and pay for your own lunch during the midday break in Aix.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday and SaturdayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by A la Francaise Aix-en-Provence

Is this one for you?A good fit if you want to taste Provence wines and see three famous villages in one day without driving or navigating yourself. The full-day structure is what makes both the morning tastings and the afternoon village time possible.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the tour start and end?

Pickup is around 8am from your Aix hotel. The tour returns in the early evening, typically by 6pm or 7pm.

Which wineries will I visit?

The specific wineries in Côtes de Provence St-Victoire can change depending on availability and the day. Your guide confirms the stops when you're picked up.

Is lunch included?

No. You return to Aix mid-day for a break where you can buy a snack or meal on your own. The afternoon villages have cafés and restaurants if you want to eat there.

How much free time do you get in each village?

The itinerary includes free time in Lourmarin, Roussillon and Gordes, though the exact duration varies depending on the group's pace and interests.

Is this tour suitable if I'm not interested in wine?

Yes. The wine tastings are part of the morning, but the afternoon is focused on the villages themselves: the scenery, architecture and free time to explore.

What's the group size?

The tour uses a minibus, so groups are kept small enough to move comfortably through the villages.

Is the minibus air-conditioned?

Yes, the minibus is air-conditioned.

Can pregnant travelers join?

No, this tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Do I need to be fit for this tour?

No, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. The villages involve walking at your own pace, but there are no strenuous hikes or climbs required.