Illuminated by the brilliant sunlight that has inspired artists for centuries, vivid colors come to life as you explore the towns of the Luberon region of Provence, renowned for its lavender fields that flourish in the height of summer. A Renaissance castle and trendy boutiques greet you in Lourmarin, a town that has intrigued authors from Albert Camus to Peter Mayle. The red village of Roussillon pays homage to the vast ochre quarry on which it sits. Enjoy free time to explore this remarkably scenic hilltop town, savor a gourmet lunch of Provençal specialties, and walk the famed Ochre Trail through otherworldly cliffs and valleys in vibrant hues of red and orange. The full palette of the region’s colors is on display when you visit a local conservatory where you’ll have the opportunity to create your own scented soap using local lavender or other essential oils.
From the famed lavender that defines the scents and scenes of Provence to the deep reddish orange of the Ochre Trail in Roussillon, the vibrant colors of this region will delight your senses.