Included: An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area 6-day Verdon canyon hiking tour in France (4 days of hiking) Transfers to and from the Marseille Airport (Day 1 and Day 6) Accommodation: 5 nights in Hotel Panoramic with en-suite bathroom Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunch picnics, 2 dinners (drinks not included) Add-ons: Single supplement Extra transfers Not included: Flights to and from France Meals not indicated in the itinerary Guide gratuities — optional Travel and medical insurance — optional

How fit do I need to be?

This Verdon canyon hiking tour is rated moderate . The hikes are on good paths for the most part, although they are sometimes steep and rocky in nature with some loose limestone. A good level of fitness is required , expect to walk 4 to 5.5 hours per day , without including lunch stops. The most you’ll climb (and descend) in a day is 850 vertical meters (2,800 ft), and you can find day-by-day distances in the itinerary. You’ll have to be comfortable with walking on mountainous terrain and you’ll need good walking boots throughout the trip. This Verdon canyon hiking tour is not suitable for those suffering from vertigo or for those who have a severe fear of heights. For more hiking adventures in France, click here!

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag) A personal duffle bag or suitcase that will be transported from one place of stay to another Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Hiking poles Good hiking boots with good ankle support, and soles with good grips Breathable and quick drying underwear T-shirt, long and short sleeve shirts Polar fleece or sweater Windbreaker and waterproof jacket Comfortable walking pants Windbreaker and waterproof jacket Swimsuit Towel Baseball cap, hat, or a scarf Sunglasses Headlamp or flashlight Binoculars Tupperware box & cutlery that will be used every day for your picnic Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Verdon canyon hiking tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1. It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 13 participants. Hiking in France can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Verdon canyon hiking tour is La Palud. To get there, most people fly into Marseille Provence Airport . From there, you’ll be transferred to La Palud. Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 6pm at the hotel in La Palud.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner! Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

LA PALUD | FRANCE

Guided Verdon Canyon Hiking Tour in France

From $1,840 ()

Duration

6 days

Season

April through September

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Think Provençe is all wine and lavender? Guess again. The Verdon Canyon is the wilder, bolder cousin, and it’s ready to blow your hiking boots off. We’ll climb ridges with jaw-dropping views, wander through abandoned villages, and share the sky with vultures (the majestic kind, not the scary ones). And just when you think it can’t get any better, we’ll stroll into Moustiers, one of France’s prettiest villages, with its chapels, cliffs, and a botanical path that’s like a love letter to nature. Toss in cozy hotel vibes, Provençal flavors and scents, and the Sainte-Croix lake, and you’ve got yourself the hiking trip of a lifetime!

Adventure highlights

Hiking wonders

Immerse yourself in stunning scenery and wildlife on Provence’s best hiking routes
Birdwatching bliss

Get up close with soaring griffon vultures at the breathtaking Belvedere de Rancoumas
Moustiers’ medieval charm

Wander cobbled streets, visit hidden chapels, and soak in Provençe’s prettiest village

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Itinerary

The Verdon Canyon hiking tour takes us deep into Provence’s untamed beauty, blending nature, history, and adventure. Over six days, we’ll hike dramatic ridges, explore medieval villages, and spot majestic vultures soaring above the turquoise Sainte-Croix lake. Each day brings a new discovery: ghostly hilltop hamlets, hidden chapels, and botanical trails brimming with local flora. We’ll stay in a cozy hotel overlooking the canyon, savor Provençal meals, and enjoy the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation.

On Day 1, arrive at the Marseille Airport, and we’ll come pick you up and take you to our hotel in near La Palud at 4pm. Located just a 15-minute walk away from the village, the charming hotel—our base during these 6 days—has a heated swimming pool.

La Palud-sur-Verdon is a pretty, unspoilt village in the heart of the canyon. You can enjoy a stroll through the charming village streets and visit the Castle of La Palud, which is home to the Maison des Gorges du Verdon, an eco-museum dedicated to the gorges and their natural riches. At 6pm, we’ll all meet together at the hotel and have a welcome dinner.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Panoramic
For the first walk, we’ll start from La Palud and climb up to the abandoned village of Chateauneuf les Moustiers. We’ll discover the history of this village perched atop a small hill, and enjoy the panoramic views from the Verdon gorges to the Mourre de Chanier and Chiran mountains. If time and weather allow, we can continue our hike beneath the village, passing under the cliff of the Roches de Notre-Dame until we reach a chapel.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking time: 4.5 hours
Elevation: +/-250 m (820 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Panoramic
Today, we’ll take a short transfer to the start of the hike. We’ll climb up the Issioule crest, and continue to the Plein voir pass. The climb offers exceptional views of the Verdon gorges and the beautiful blue Sainte-Croix lake, accompanied by the vultures that are present on the cliffs. The gorges of the Verdon are a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts: there are griffon vultures, golden eagles, and peregrine falcons. The path continues through the forest. We’ll transfer back to the hotel at the end of the walk.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking time: 5.5 hours
Elevation: +/-650 m (2,132 ft)q
Accommodation: Hotel Panoramic
We’ll take a panoramic transfer to the charming village of Moustiers, known as one of the most beautiful villages in France. We’ll climb up to the chapel Notre Dame de Beauvoir, and continue towards the Belvedere Treguier with an easy panoramic hike above Moustiers. The trail starts in front of the 12th-century Sainte-Anne chapel. We’ll walk along the limestone cliffs of the surrounding area of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie before entering the forest.

On the way, we’ll follow the botanical path of Tréguier and discover various plants of the area. At the Belvedere, on a rocky peak, we’ll take in the views of the Sainte-Croix lake, the valley, and the surrounding cliffs. After lunch, we’ll walk back to Moustiers. There will be some free time to stroll in the medieval streets before a transfer back to our hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking time: 3.5 hours
Elevation: +/-200 m (656 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Panoramic
On Day 5, we’ll depart around 11am in order to be at the Belvedere de Rancoumas in the afternoon, as the vultures can be observed mostly from mid-afternoon. There will be a short transfer to the Point Sublime, and we’ll have a picnic by the Tusset bridge. Then, we’ll start the climb to the Belvedere de Rancoumas, located at the edge of the big canyon of the Verdon.

We’ll spend an hour observing the vultures, so don’t forget your binoculars. After a walk back to Point Sublime, we’ll transfer back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Hiking time: 4.5 hours (+1 hour birdwatching)
Elevation: +/-850 m (2,788 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Panoramic
After breakfast and saying our goodbyes, there will be a morning transfer to the Marseille Airport, which concludes the Verdon canyon hiking tour.

Meals: Breakfast

Guided Verdon Canyon Hiking Tour in France

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Walk inn

Walk Inn have been organizing cycling and hiking tours for over 15 years now. All their tours were created by their expert team of local guides that have been on site, drew the itineraries, and walked the paths that you will be walking on.

Accommodation

Hotel Panoramic

We’ll be staying in a family-run Hotel Panoramic for 5 nights that’s located within a 15-minute walking distance from La-Palud-sur-Verdon. This charming hotel is surrounded by lush nature, and features a heated outdoor pool (from April through September) where you can relax after a day of hiking. There’s also a game room with billiards, foosball, ping-pong, and board games. The hotel offers several terraces, ideal for mingling and resting.

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 6-day Verdon canyon hiking tour in France (4 days of hiking)
  - Transfers to and from the Marseille Airport (Day 1 and Day 6)
  - Accommodation: 5 nights in Hotel Panoramic with en-suite bathroom
  - Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunch picnics, 2 dinners (drinks not included)
Add-ons:
- - Single supplement
  - Extra transfers
Not included:
- - Flights to and from France
  - Meals not indicated in the itinerary
  - Guide gratuities — optional
  - Travel and medical insurance — optional
This Verdon canyon hiking tour is rated moderate. The hikes are on good paths for the most part, although they are sometimes steep and rocky in nature with some loose limestone. A good level of fitness is required, expect to walk 4 to 5.5 hours per day, without including lunch stops.

The most you’ll climb (and descend) in a day is 850 vertical meters (2,800 ft), and you can find day-by-day distances in the itinerary. You’ll have to be comfortable with walking on mountainous terrain and you’ll need good walking boots throughout the trip. This Verdon canyon hiking tour is not suitable for those suffering from vertigo or for those who have a severe fear of heights.

For more hiking adventures in France, click here!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
  - A personal duffle bag or suitcase that will be transported from one place of stay to another
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Hiking poles
  - Good hiking boots with good ankle support, and soles with good grips
  - Breathable and quick drying underwear
  - T-shirt, long and short sleeve shirts
  - Polar fleece or sweater
  - Windbreaker and waterproof jacket
  - Comfortable walking pants
  - Windbreaker and waterproof jacket
  - Swimsuit
  - Towel
  - Baseball cap, hat, or a scarf
  - Sunglasses
  - Headlamp or flashlight
  - Binoculars
  - Tupperware box & cutlery that will be used every day for your picnic
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Verdon canyon hiking tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 13 participants.
Hiking in France can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The starting point of your Verdon canyon hiking tour is La Palud. To get there, most people fly into Marseille Provence Airport. From there, you’ll be transferred to La Palud.

Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at 6pm at the hotel in La Palud.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Deposits

You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-89 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Flexible
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 90 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 60-89 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Super Flexible
- - In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  - For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  - For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.