🚗 Tourist Circuit: From Nice to the Gorges du Verdon via Moustiers-Sainte-Marie

📍 Departure: Nice

Before setting off, enjoy a terrace breakfast on the Promenade des Anglais or take a stroll through Old Nice to soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere. Then, head inland for a full immersion in nature!

📍 Stop 1: Gorges du Verdon – The Grand Canyon of Europe

🌊 Things to see and do:

• Route des Crêtes, a scenic drive offering spectacular views of the Verdon cliffs.

• Lac de Sainte-Croix, an ideal spot for swimming, paddle boating, or canoeing.

• Blanc-Martel Trail, one of the most beautiful hikes to explore the gorges from within.

• Pont de Galetas, a stunning viewpoint at the entrance to the Verdon.

• Vulture watching, as these majestic birds are common in this wild landscape.

📍 Stop 2: Moustiers-Sainte-Marie – A Provençal Gem

🏰 Things to see and do:

• Hilltop village, listed among the most beautiful villages in France, with cobbled streets and traditional Provençal houses.

• Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption Church, an iconic landmark of the village.

• Notre-Dame-de-Beauvoir Chapel, reached via a steep climb offering breathtaking panoramic views.

• Faience workshops, as Moustiers is renowned for its traditional ceramics.

• Tasting of local products, especially lavender honey and goat cheese.

🏁 Return to Nice

After a day of natural wonders and cultural heritage, return to Nice via the Valensole Plateau, famous for its lavender fields (in bloom between June and July). A final stop in Castellane, a charming town overlooked by the Rock of Notre-Dame, can be a lovely addition before heading back.

✨ A perfect itinerary blending adventure, relaxation, and discovery of Provence’s treasures!