Summer is the best time to visit Provence’s famous lavender fields (from late-June until mid-August, with July seen as the peak viewing month), as this is when the sweeping carpets of lilac flowers will be in full bloom. There are various regions across Provence where it’s possible to view lavender, but the most popular (mainly due to the number of lavender fields they house) are the Valensole Plateau , Luberon and Sault .
MSC Cruises offer an excursion to see the lavender fields of Valensole from Marseille. On this tour, guests are transported directly from the cruise terminal to the Valensole Plateau, regarded as one of the most beautiful areas for lavender across the entire region of Provence.
Guests will have the chance to learn more about lavender production in the area by meeting a local lavender producer, who will discuss the history and processes behind this skilled profession. After taking in the scenery and the unique scents, guests will get to soak up the atmosphere of Valensole itself, a traditional French town. This excursion makes visiting Provence’s lavender fields an easy and enriching experience.