Be enchanted by the colors and fragrance of lavender. Discover everything about the blue gold, symbol of Provence, on an itinerary that passes through Coustellet with its lavender museum, Apt with a local distillery, Mane for the Couvent des Minimes Hotel and SPA de l’Occitane and the institute of essential oils, and finally the Valensole Plateau with its vast fields.
Day 1: Coustellet
In the heart of the Luberon Regional Natural Park, your journey to discover lavender begins in Coustellet, at the Lavender Museum. During your visit, you’ll uncover the ancient history of this cultural heritage. Watch documentaries and explore the processes of lavender production and its uses.
Day 2: Apt
Continue your tour in Apt, visiting a local family-run distillery that will take you behind the scenes of the process, from lavender harvesting to flower extraction, and explain the stages of distillation.
Day 3: Mane
Head to Mane to visit a luxurious wellness center and hotel, where lavender plays a starring role, both in the essential oils used for massages and in the vast fragrant garden of the convent. Enjoy an exceptional culinary experience at the hotel’s restaurant.
Continue your lavender discovery journey at an institute specializing in essential oil production. Here, you can explore the numerous applications of distilled plants, from the incredible therapeutic power of lavender to its various uses in perfumery and cosmetics. Participate in aromatherapy workshops to create your own personalized essential oils and discover the perfect fragrance for you.
Day 4: The Valensole Plateau
In Provence, don’t miss the Valensole Plateau, the region’s true granary, where truffles, honey, olives, almonds, and lavender alternate with the seasons. After admiring the vast lavender fields and being captivated by the colors and scents, visit a family-run distillery to discover the tradition.