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Foraging in Provence

Avignon, Franceby Les Pastras

  • 2.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 12 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Hike the hills of the Luberon in search of wild herbs, natural spring and fossils from 20 million years ago, when this part of Provence was underwater. During this beautiful nature walk, you will learn to recognize fossils, identify wild herbs growing naturally in the countryside and drink homemade Pastis mixed with water from a natural spring, like a Provençal native straight out of a Peter Mayle novel.. We'll show you lingering evidence of the first humans in the region, from nearly 130,000 years ago. After the hike, your hosts will take you to a beautiful fish pond in the countryside, where a table will be waiting for you with a traditional apéritif (rosé and red wine, homemade Provencal pâté, tapenade, mushrooms, etc.) and great stories. Because we are in the Luberon National Park, we regret that we cannot allow guests to take ancient fossils from the site. Photos, however, are encouraged!

What's included

  • traditional apéritif (rosé and red wine, homemade Provencal pâté, tapenade, mushrooms, etc.)
  • traditional apéritif (rosé and red wine, homemade Provencal pâté, tapenade, mushrooms, etc.)

    Itinerary

    Our foraging tours are available every weekday, all year long. The tour last at least 2.5 hours. First we'll give you, in English, a brief history of the region (prehistorical times). Then we will hike the hills of the Luberon in search of wild herbs and fossils from 20 million years ago. You will learn to recognize fossils and identify wild herbs growing naturally in the countryside. After the hike, your hosts will take you to a nice place in the countryside, where a table will be waiting for you with a traditional apéritif (rosé and red wine, homemade Provencal pâté, tapenade and mushrooms) and great stories.

    Meeting and pickup

    Please meet at the intersection of route de Lourmarin and route de Villelaure

    End point

    Please meet at the intersection of route de Lourmarin and route de Villelaure

    Good to know

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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