Guided tours and walks in the Luberon
From September to May, explore the Luberon differently: guided tours, hikes, gourmet experiences and heritage in the heart of the Regional Natural Park.
From September to May, explore the Luberon differently: guided tours, hikes, gourmet experiences and heritage in the heart of the Regional Natural Park.
From September to May, the Luberon reveals a different side. Autumn showcases its colorful landscapes and hilltop villages filled with traditions, winter highlights the warmth of Provençal festivities and gourmet specialties, while spring marks the return of blooming nature and longer days.
Throughout this period, Destination Luberon Tourist Office offers a wide range of guided tours and walks: nature strolls, cultural discoveries, historical lectures, and gourmet experiences around truffles, wine, and olive oil.
Each outing is led by a passionate guide who shares their knowledge and opens the doors to the Luberon’s heritage and landscapes.
To make the most of your outings in the Luberon, remember to bring the right equipment. Here are a few essentials:
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL
MAY
Dive into the varied landscapes of the Luberon through our hiking trails, accessible in every season. Enjoy the mildness of spring, the vibrant colors of autumn, or the winter serenity to immerse yourself in unspoiled nature and unique panoramas.
Along the paths, follow the traces of the Domitian Way in Cavaillon, walk in the footsteps of the World War II resistance fighters in Gordes, explore the garrigue and observe birdlife with your family in Mérindol, or reach the mysterious source of the Sorgue from Lagnes. Each itinerary combines the discovery of landscapes with cultural heritage, offering a complete immersion into the spirit of the Luberon.
CAVAILLON
Hike in the Heart of Saint-Jacques
Discover Saint-Jacques Hill on an easy 3.2 km loop, following the traces of the Domitian Way. Between Roman heritage, chapel, and viewpoints over the Luberon, this family-friendly walk is a perfect warm-up to explore Cavaillon in a different way.
INFO
GORDES
Maquis Trail via the Sénancole: Nature & Memory
Start from Gordes for a historic hike on the Maquis Trail, marked in tribute to the resistance fighters of World War II. Between remarkable landscapes, the Village of Bories and Abbaye de Sénanque, this walk combines memory, heritage, and immersion in nature.
INFO
MÉRINDOL
Family Nature
A fun and educational walk starting from Mérindol, between Mediterranean garrigue and wetland of the Luberon Regional Natural Park. The route follows the canal, along the dyke, and up to the observatory – ideal for discovering birdlife with the family.
INFO
LAGNES
Starting from the village of Lagnes, walk to Fontaine-de-Vaucluse along a varied route through hills, orchards, and Provençal paths. Between rural heritage and valley landscapes, this walk takes you to the mysterious source of the Sorgue.
INFO
Discover the exceptional heritage of the Luberon through our guided tours and historical conferences. This season, our villages and emblematic sites reveal all their treasures: medieval ramparts, Renaissance castles, artisanal traditions, and Provençal festivities.
In Oppède, immerse yourself in the timeless atmosphere of its hilltop village; in Lourmarin, travel back through the centuries between castle, temple, and church; in Cabrières-d’Avignon, a conference sheds light on the Waldensian tragedy of 1545; in Cavaillon, Provençal Christmas traditions come alive around the thirteen desserts. Not to mention Gordes and its artisanal past, Lagnes and its fortified history, or Lauris with its unique dyeing heritage.
OPPÈDE
Whispers of stone
Perched on the foothills of the Luberon, Oppède-le-Vieux still preserves a “timeless” atmosphere and a rich history. This guided tour takes you through its ramparts, old houses, market halls and belfry, before climbing up to the fortress and collegiate church, offering a spectacular view over the valley.
INFO
LOURMARIN
From origins to today
Nicknamed the "village of three bell towers", Lourmarin grew between its Renaissance castle, Protestant temple and Catholic church. This guided tour retraces the village’s evolution through the centuries, up to the time when artists and writers of renown left their mark on its modern history.
INFO
CABRIÈRES D'AVIGNON
A waldensian tragedy
In 1545, the Luberon experienced a dramatic episode with the massacre of the Waldensians. This conference in Cabrières-d’Avignon looks back at the origins of this community, their beliefs, and the “bloody week” during which many villages were burned and their inhabitants persecuted. A powerful moment to understand a lesser-known page of Luberon’s history.
INFO
CAVAILLON
Provençal christmas traditions
Immerse yourself in the magic of the festive season in Cavaillon. This guided tour invites you to stroll through the illuminated historic center while discovering the ancestral Christmas traditions of Provence. On this occasion, you will taste the famous thirteen desserts, a true symbol of Provençal celebrations.
INFO
GORDES
In the time of the artisans
Gordes, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, is revealed through its cobbled streets, its imposing castle and monumental church. This tour highlights the village’s artisanal history, particularly in the lesser-known Fontaine-Basse district, which hosted many activities in the 18th and 19th centuries.
INFO
LAGNES
Traces of history
At the foot of the Luberon, Lagnes still preserves traces of its past as a fortified village. This guided tour takes you through its picturesque streets, exploring its built heritage, its castle and the remains that bear witness to its role during World War II. A lesser-known village of the Monts de Vaucluse to (re)discover.
INFO
LAURIS
Perched on its rocky spur, Lauris stands out with its imposing castle, monumental church and terraces overlooking the Durance Valley. This guided tour takes you through its picturesque alleys and unique heritage, marked by the history of dye plants that have shaped its identity.
INFO
Combine the pleasure of walking with the discovery of local flavors thanks to our gourmet hikes in the heart of the Luberon. These unique experiences lead you through Provençal landscapes, authentic villages and exceptional terroirs, ending with a convivial tasting.
From Cheval-Blanc and its Valloncourt hill, finishing with a craft beer, to Oppède with its walks among bories, hydraulic heritage, truffles or the wines of Mas des Infirmières, each itinerary combines heritage and gastronomy. In Cadenet, the hike leads to Bastide du Laval to savor a PDO olive oil emblematic of the South Luberon.
These outings are the perfect opportunity to discover the know-how of local producers and to share convivial moments, between nature, culture and gastronomy.
CHEVAL-BLANC
Hike to the top of Valloncourt & beer tasting
Set off to discover the hill of Valloncourt on a sporty hike starting from Cheval-Blanc. Between pine forests and Provençal landscapes, the trail leads you to the summit (371 m of elevation gain) to enjoy an exceptional panorama over the valley. The outing ends with a convivial craft beer tasting at the local brewery Les Ouailles.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
OPPÈDE
Gourmet hike & truffle tasting
From Oppède, set out on a hike among bories, garrigue and 17th-century hamlets. The walk ends at Ferme Speranza, where you will be welcomed for a convivial tasting centered on the winter truffle, an exceptional product of the Luberon terroir.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
OPPÈDE
Gourmet hike along water & wine
In Oppède, discover a rich hydraulic heritage through fountains, washhouses, a windmill and underground galleries, testifying to ingenious ancient engineering. The walk ends convivially with a wine tasting at Mas des Infirmières, an emblematic wine estate of the Luberon.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CADENET
From Cadenet, set off on a gourmet hike through hills and olive groves towards Lourmarin. The walk ends at the Bastide du Laval estate, with a guided visit and a tasting of its PDO olive oil, a true emblem of the South Luberon terroir.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
GOULT
Starting from Goult, this hike leads you from the Saint-Véran chapel through woods, vineyards and hamlets of the Luberon. The walk ends at the Canta Cabra goat farm, where you will discover the work of a goat farmer before enjoying a tasting of artisanal goat cheeses.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
From the blazing reds of autumn to the gentle days of spring, each season reveals a new Luberon to explore.
Extend your discovery of the Luberon:
Photo gallery
Practical information on Guided tours and walks in the Luberon
Opening times and periods
Aucune information disponible
Price(s)
Informations
Book now 
