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Provence Awaits:

Join Our Exclusive Culinary & Cultural Trip

11 Days of Beauty, Culture & Cuisine

A Journey from Olalla to Provence

As part of our Olalla × Provence connection, we are delighted to share a unique opportunity to experience the heart of the French Riviera during its most fragrant season — lavender time!

This culinary and cultural escape is designed in the spirit of our festival's sisterhood with Provence, offering a deep dive into the region’s traditions, flavors, and artistry.

Led by renowned floral chef Yves Terrillon, this immersive 11-day adventure brings together lavender fields, iconic villages, markets, and hands-on culinary moments — a perfect reflection of what unites Olalla and Provence: a love for nature, community, and the joy of shared experiences.

Presented by Olalla Lavender Festival × French Moods: in partnership to bring you a unique, small-group journey to the heart of Provence.

About

Trip Highlights

• Lavender fields of Valensole
• Cooking classes with Chef Yves
• Wine pairings at local vineyards
• Perfume-making in Grasse
• Seaside dining in Cannes
• Provençal markets, charming villages & more

💜 Limited to 12 Guests Only
€3,700 per person (Flights not included)

Interested in Joining?

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leave your name and contact info on the interest form.

This is not a commitment — just a way to stay informed!
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The Journey

Day 1 – Arrival in France
• Flight from Seattle to Nice.
• Welcome at the airport and transfer to Le Clos hotel in Le Rouret.
• Check-in and dinner at the charming Bistrot du Clos.

 

Day 2 – Sweets, Scents & Seaside Glamour
• Guided visit of Confiserie Florian in Pont-du-Loup.
• Lunch and perfume museum visit in Grasse, the perfume capital.
• Evening stroll along the famous Croisette in Cannes + beachside dinner.

 

Day 3 – Lavender Dreams in Valensole
• Explore Valensole and its endless lavender fields.
• Chef-led lavender-themed picnic in the heart of the plateau.
• Scenic drive through the Verdon Gorge.
• Return and dinner at Bistrot du Clos.

 

Day 4 – Wine, Villages & Local Terroir
• Wine and food pairing lunch at Domaine des Hautes Collines in Saint-Jeannet.
• Visit the medieval village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup.
• Discover Terroir06, a sustainable farm transforming fruits and flowers into gourmet products.
• Evening at leisure.

Day 5 – Market to Table in Nice
• Market tour of Cours Saleya in Nice.
• Hands-on lavender cooking class and lunch with Chef Yves at Maison Bernardi.
• Free afternoon in Nice, then dinner in Valbonne.

 

Day 6 – Legendary Chefs & Garden Perfumes
• Guided visit of the Auguste Escoffier Museum in Villeneuve-Loubet.
• Garden tour and buffet lunch at the Perfume Museum gardens in Mouans-Sartoux.
• Poolside rest and evening dinner at Caffé César in Opio.

 

Day 7 – The Lavender Festival in Grasse
• Visit the lavender fields of Gourdon.
• Create your own signature perfume at Galimard.
• Join the opening of Instant Lavande, the Provençal lavender market.
• Attend a lavender-themed conference at the Grasse media library.
• Free evening.

 

Day 8 – Art & Charm in Saint-Paul-de-Vence
• Discover Saint-Paul-de-Vence and the Maeght Foundation.
• Free time for shopping and lunch.
• Dinner at Les Jasmins in Le Bar-sur-Loup.

 

Day 9 – Island Escape: Îles de Lérins
• Boat to the Lérins Islands in the Bay of Cannes.
• Visit the fortified monastery and chapels.
• Taste the island’s abbey wines and enjoy lunch at La Tonnelle.
• Return to Valbonne for dinner.

 

Day 10 – Antibes, Art & Lavender Sweets
• Explore the Provençal market and the Picasso Museum in Antibes.
• Lavender dessert demo with pastry chef Nicolas Dolbeau.
• Lunch at Maison Safranier and glassmaking visit at Didier Saba.
• Farewell dinner at Le Clos Saint-Pierre.

 

Day 11 – Departure
• Breakfast and transfer to Nice Airport for the return flight to Seattle.

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