Enchanted Escape: Lavender Fields, Verdon Gorge, and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
The Polyglot Club Association is proud to invite you on Sunday, July 4, 2027, for a superb linguistic and cultural day (departure in bus from Marseille and Aix-en-Provence):
Photos from a previous Polyglot Club excursion in Provence:
Program: Throughout the day, we will visit a lavandin producer, travel along the magnificent Lavender Route during the peak blooming season, offering breathtaking landscapes. We will enjoy water activities at the turquoise waters paradise of Lake Sainte-Croix and discover the listed village of Moustiers Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful villages in France.
This excursion will be conducted in both French and English by your polyglot tour leader
Sales are planned to open on October 1, 2026, subject to the required confirmations. Reservations are currently closed.
BUY YOUR TICKET ONLINE (secure payment):
To reserve your place, you must make an advance reservation by paying part of the total online. The remaining amount (€30) must be paid at departure (cash or cheque).
Read the Terms and Conditions of Sale.
PROGRAM
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1. Departure from Marseille
Meet at 6:45 am (departure no later than 7:00 am)
Meeting point is right next to the Saint-Charles train station, near the entrance of the Faculty of Sciences Saint-Charles (Place Victor Hugo).
(See meeting point details below)
2. NEW! Pickup in Aix-en-Provence
Meet at 7:30 am (departure no later than 7:45 am)
Avenue Henri Mouret, Quai 28 (2 minutes on foot from the bus station).
On the side of Avenue Henri Mouret where the Casino Partouche is located.
‼️ WARNING: We can no longer pick up groups at Quai 25, but at Quai 28, still on Avenue Henri Mouret.
(See meeting point details below)
3 - Lavender Route
Then, on the way to Lake Sainte-Croix, our coach journey will take us along the picturesque 'Lavender Route' across the Valensole plateau, promising an enchanting spectacle with its lavender fields in full bloom. Allow yourself to be swept away by the captivating beauty of these sprawling purple expanses, offering an exceptional and fragrant panorama throughout our journey.
4 - Lake Sainte-Croix (stop for 3 hours)
The lake with its turquoise waters is a wild and magical place! You can have a picnic on the beach and pedal-boat or canoe on the lake.
5 - Moustiers Sainte-Marie (stop for 2 hours)
Moustiers Sainte-Marie, set against the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence cliffs, is a picturesque village renowned as one of the most beautiful in France. Its charm lies in its cobblestone streets, ancient architecture, and an emblematic star suspended between cliffs, inviting visitors to explore its rich cultural heritage and unique character.
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6. Drop-off in Aix-en-Provence
Arrival at approximately 6:15 PM.
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7. Return to Marseille
Arrival at approximately 6:45 PM.
PRICING
Advance booking is required, with part of the total paid online.
SUPER PROMO : 39.99 €
from October 1 to November 30, 2026 inclusive.A deposit of €9.99 is required when booking; the remaining €30 is payable on the coach.
PROMO : 45.99 €
from December 1, 2026 to July 01, 2027 inclusive.A deposit of €15.99 is required when booking; the remaining €30 is payable on the coach.
Standard : 49.99 €
from July 02, 2027 until booking closes.A deposit of €19.99 is required when booking; the remaining €30 is payable on the coach.
Included in the price:
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- Transportation by coach
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- Your bilingual French/English guide
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- Language exchanges (we will give you a name tag with your name and the languages you want to practice).
Not included in the price:
The water sports rental prices, free-admission conditions and payment arrangements below are historical references from the 2026 excursion. They are not confirmed rates for 2027 and must be checked with the providers before booking.
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- Meals & drinks
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- Water sports
Indicative boat rental prices at Lake Sainte-Croix
Prices may vary depending on the rental company and availability on site.
Please bring cash if possible, although some rental companies may also accept cards.
Pedal boats:
4 seats: 1 hour = €15, 2 hours = €26
4/5 seats, with or without slide: 1 hour = €18, 2 hours = €30
6 seats: 1 hour = €20, 2 hours = €35
Canoes-kayaks:
1 seat: 1 hour = €11, 2 hours = €17, half-day = €28, full day = €50
2 seats: 1 hour = €13, 2 hours = €20, half-day = €35, full day = €55
Family canoe, 2 adults + 2 children: 1 hour = €15, 2 hours = €25, half-day = €40, full day = €60
Details : https://lacloc-saintecroix-verdon.com/tarifs
Participants
All ages, all nationalities, and all language levels are welcome.
You can come alone, as a couple, with your family, or with friends.
Marseille meeting point
Next to Marseille Saint-Charles station, by the entrance to the Faculty of Sciences Saint-Charles on Place Victor-Hugo, at the “Faculté Saint-Charles” bus stop.
See the exact location on the map.
Aix-en-Provence meeting point
Avenue Henri-Mouret, Quai 28, two minutes on foot from the bus station, on the Casino Partouche side of the avenue. Groups are now picked up at Quai 28, not Quai 25.
See the exact location on the map.
TRANSPORT
Air-conditioned coach (capacity to be confirmed with Sumian).
INFORMATION
SMS / WhatsApp (Vincent): +33 6 60 25 62 66
For more details about all our excursions in Provence, join our WhatsApp group "Excursions in Provence":
https://polyglotclub.com/ExcursionsProvence
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Refund Conditions
- - If the event is canceled by the organizer, your ticket will be fully refunded, excluding the cost of cancellation insurance if it was purchased.
- - If you cancel, the ticket is non-refundable unless you have purchased cancellation insurance.
We use an external insurance service. The refund conditions of this insurance apply. More information.
Without insurance, you can transfer your ticket to another person for free by providing us with their name.
Late Arrival
We reserve the right to refuse participation to individuals arriving late for the first departure of the bus at the meeting point.
Non-Payment
We also reserve the right to refuse participation to individuals who have not paid the balance before the bus departs.
Participation of People with Disabilities
To ensure the safety and well-being of all our participants, we recommend that people with disabilities be accompanied by a support person throughout the excursion. Your safety is our priority, and by informing us in advance of your specific needs, we can ensure the best possible experience for you. If participation is not possible for safety reasons, a full refund will be offered.
Participation of Minors
Minor children must be accompanied by their parents, legal representatives, or guardians to participate. No waiver can be signed by our guides. If a minor arrives alone, we will not be able to allow their participation in the excursion, and a full refund will be offered.
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