Travel details
€ 2,490
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Note: The displayed price is the price at the time of application.
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Duration |
Departure in 2025/9 | 7 days |
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Participants |
2 person(s)（Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)） |
Travel story
Light shimmered on the terrace table
Although it was an unfamiliar town, it felt strangely nostalgic
A time that seemed to gently outline its contours
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This is a seven-day trip with 3 nights in Aix-en-Provence and 3 nights in Nice, touring the surrounding villages and towns.
The itinerary includes places associated with Cézanne, Roman-era ruins, and mountain villages, combining both culture and scenery.
Private car transfers are used, and in some areas an English-speaking guide is included.
Signature points
Stay in two cities while leisurely touring the wider area
By staying three nights in each base, you minimize the hassle of packing and moving while efficiently covering surrounding areas such as Arles, Saint-Rémy, Èze, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
The schedule isn’t too busy, allowing you to carefully take in the impressions of each place.
Travel through a multilayered region where art and landscape intersect
The trip condenses diverse cultural layers into one journey: Cézanne’s studio, Roman-era ruins, stone villages, and the perfume capital.
The contrast between nature and history, and between rustic charm and refinement, leaves a strong impression.
Comfortable access and deeper experiences with a private car and English guide
Transfers use a private car with driver, allowing access to regional towns without complicated transfers.
In some areas an English-speaking guide accompanies you, enabling visits that touch on the local history and cultural background.
Itinerary
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France - Marseille
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Private transfer
Private transfer from Marseille airport to Aix en Provence hotel.
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France - Aix en Provence
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Free time
Free time to explore the small city of Aix-en-Provence.
Pick from the following options to make the most of your time in the capital of Provence:
Take a walk on the famous Cours Mirabeau, with its archway of sycamores shading sidewalk cafes and terraces.
Explore the city’s markets, which are open every day of the year. The larger markets take place three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings) at Place des Prêcheurs, Place de la Madeleine, and in the Encagnane and Jas de Bouffan neighborhoods. Flower markets are held on the same days across from the Town Hall.
Visit Cézanne’s studio and garden, where he painted some of his greatest masterpieces.
Spend time at the Caumont Art Centre, a cultural institution devoted to the Fine Arts. It is housed in the former Hôtel de Caumont Mansion, a remarkable 17th-century building.
Explore the Granet Museum, which displays more than 12,000 works from the 17th to 21st centuries. Highlights include French School paintings, 10 paintings by Cézanne, a sculpture gallery, and Celtic-Ligurian archaeological collections.
Discover the Archbishops' Palace, adjoining St. Sauveur Cathedral. This former episcopal residence now houses the Tapestry Museum on an upper floor. In July, it also hosts major events during the Festival of Song.
Enter the Pavillon Vendôme, known for its magnificent French-style gardens. The museum features a beautiful collection of portraits and furnishings, along with contemporary and modern art exhibitions.
In the evening, enjoy dinner on your own at one of the city's farm-to-table restaurants.
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Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
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Breakfast
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Private walking tour in Aix with your local guide - Morning tour
In Aix-en-Provence, your guide will meet you for a private tour, during which the city's secrets will be revealed. Through anecdotes told by a passionate guide, you will discover this city full of history from a new angle...
Along the streets, fountains, and shaded squares, they will offer you the chance to discover Aix's treasures:
the Cathedral
the Town Hall Square
the Grain Hall
the Cours Mirabeau
the Mazarin district
And the curiosities of Aix-en-Provence:
hidden Roman and medieval relics
secret balconies
enigmatic bars
They will also tell you about famous people who marked the city's history, such as:
King René
Mirabeau
Paul Cézanne
Émile Zola
(1h30 walking tour - private activity)
[English Guide]
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France - Luberon
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Hilltop Villages in the Luberon – Guided Tour (Half-day)
In the afternoon, at your own pace with your guide, you will take some time to visit the village of Lourmarin, famous for its Renaissance castle, before a photo stop in Bonnieux.
You will then be charmed by the hilltop village of Gordes, dominated by its fortified castle and church, and its cobbled streets with enchanting views over the valley and the hills.
Finally, you will drive to Roussillon, located in the heart of the largest ochre deposits in the world, and one of the most beautiful villages of France. Discover its flamboyant colors while wandering its narrow streets, squares, and steps—where people have long worked in harmony with nature.
(Shared activity with other participants, maximum 8. Duration: 6 hours)
[English Guide]
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France - Aix en Provence
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Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
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Breakfast
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Arles, Saint Remy & Les Baux : A Cultural Tour in Provence from Aix-en-Provence
Explore Provence's gems in a day! Small-group tour from Aix-en-Provence visits Arles' Roman ruins, Saint-Rémy's Van Gogh sites, & Les Baux' medieval charm. An unforgettable Provence adventure awaits.
Explore the heart of Provence on this unforgettable small-group tour, led by an expert English-speaking guide. Visit the historic towns of Arles, Saint-Rémy de Provence, and Les Baux de Provence, each rich in culture and charm.
Comfortable Journey
Meet your guide at the Aix-en-Provence tourism office and hop into a premium air-conditioned vehicle for a seamless adventure.
Arles: Roman Heritage & Van Gogh’s Inspiration
Discover Arles, a UNESCO-listed town famous for its Roman ruins, including the Amphitheater and Antique Theater. Walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh, who painted some of his most iconic works here.
Charming Saint-Rémy de Provence
Stroll through this picturesque village, soak in its relaxed atmosphere, and enjoy free time to explore. If visiting on a Wednesday, don’t miss the vibrant Provence market!
Les Baux de Provence: Medieval Marvel
Perched atop a rocky hill, Les Baux offers breathtaking views, historic ruins, and charming streets lined with art galleries.
Return to Aix-en-Provence
After a day filled with history, culture, and scenic beauty, we’ll return to Aix, leaving you with lasting memories of Provence’s most enchanting sites.
Included:
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Travel in a recent & comfortable minivan
Tour of 8.5 hours
Visit of Arles
Visit of St Rémy de Provence
Visit of Les Baux de Provence village
[English Guide]
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Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
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Breakfast
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Train to Nice
TGV train journey (2nd class, semi-flex cancellation option) from the departure train station to your next location!
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France - Nice
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Discover Nice
On the French Riviera, near the border with Italy, lies Nice. Nicknamed Nissa La Bella ("Nice the Beautiful"), it's a historic city famous for its artistic spirit, grand plazas, crescent-shaped pebble beaches, and the narrow streets of its colorful old town, Vieille Ville. Nice is a densely populated coastal metropolis (the seventh most populous city in France), which means there are secrets to discover and adventures to be had around every corner.
Thanks to the central location of your accommodation, you'll be able to enjoy this city on your own. You should visit sites like the Greek quarter (Nice was actually founded by the Ancient Greeks of the Massalia region in 350 BCE), and the Roman remains of an amphitheater and arena in the historic Cimiez neighborhood. This is also the location of two other notable landmarks: the opulent Excelsior Régina Palace, where Queen Victoria of England used to summer on the French Riviera, and the Musée Matisse, a museum showcasing the works of Nice's most famous painter, the expressionist master Henri Matisse.
Other highlights of this city are the Promenade des Anglais, Port Lympia, the aforementioned Vieille Ville, and the ornate St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral.
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Private tour | Nice Off the Beaten Path (4h)
Through this surprising immersion into Nice’s city, let it tell you its highlights, its anecdotes, and legends.
Your local guide will make you discover the unmissable sites: from the Greek city to the Roman remains; from the Promenade des Anglais to the Lympia harbor; from old Nice to the Russian cathedral.
Get to know the heroes from Nice and the characters that shaped the history and culture of the city: Jellinek Mercedes, Giuseppe Garibaldi, Queen Victoria…
And end with an exclusive visit and wine tasting at Château Crémat, ready to reveal its treasures and Coco Chanel's story.
4-hour day trip in an air-conditioned minivan, private.
[English Guide]
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Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
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Breakfast
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France - Eze
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Monaco
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Enjoy a full-day tour of the French Riviera coastline cities from Nice
Join a shared excursion from Nice or Cannes to visit the medieval village of Èze and enjoy a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea, the Principality of Monaco, the old town of "Le Rocher", and finally Monte Carlo.
Enjoy the panoramic view over Nice from Mt. Boron. On the Middle Corniche stop at Èze – a medieval perched village with its craft shops and breathtaking panorama. Guided tour of a traditional perfumery, the true essence of Provence.
Drive along the Lower Corniche to the Old Town of Monaco. Time to visit the Palace – open June/Oct. 8 €pp – the Cathedral, Cousteau's Oceanographic Museum – 14 €pp – and see the Changing of the Palace Guards at 11:55am.
Stop at Monte-Carlo and its luxurious casino, megayachts, and chic boutiques.
Included in this tour: Professional guide; Guided perfumery tour in Èze; Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Other visits not included.
Duration: Approx. 8h
Max. participants: 8 persons
[English Guide]
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France - Nice
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Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
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Breakfast
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France - Cannes
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France - Grasse
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France - Gourdon
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France - St Paul de Vence
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Countryside guided tour to Cannes, Grasse, Gourdon and Saint-Paul de Vence
Enjoy a day out of Nice, through the countryside of the inland Riviera!
Arrive in Cannes and walk the famous Croisette Boulevard, by the Film Festival Palace, designer shops, and smart sandy beaches.
Drive through the charming countryside of Provence to Grasse, the world capital of the perfume industry, for a guided tour of perfumery or free time to visit the old town.
View the Alps, valleys and spectacular coastline from the amazing perched medieval village of Gourdon.
After lunch winding down charming Loup Gorges, and taste Riviera's specialty flower sweets at traditional Florian Confectionary. Do a photo stop by a provencal jewel: Tourrettes-sur-Loup.
End the tour in the second most visited village in France: St Paul de Vence with ancient cobblestone lanes, fortified walls and art galleries, home of impressionist painters. Return to Nice.
(8 hours small-group tour, lunch non-included)
[English Guide]
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France - Nice
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Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
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Breakfast
Enjoy your breakfast and savor the last moments at the accommodation.
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Free time
Relax!
For your free day in Nice, you have the choice between a little getaway throughout the city or a relaxing time at the beach!
You can choose between public or private beaches!
Nice public beaches are composed of large pebbles called galets. Quite unusual but, galets are a part of Nice's natural heritage! You will be spoilt for choice, there are plenty of them all along the Promenade des Anglais!
There are 14 private beaches dotting the Nice coast which you could easily recognize by their colorful umbrellas even if each beach wasn't marked by a sign. Along with the beach comes restaurants and bars where you can eat lunch, have a cocktail, and in some cases have breakfast or dinner. Small fences delimit the sides of the private beach area which usually runs as close as possible to the waterline. Opera, Beau Rivage, Le Galet, Ruhl, La Baieta, Bella Nissa, Les Cannailles, Regency are good ones!
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Private transfer
Transfer from your hotel to the airport in Nice
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This is the end of your trip; the whole team wishes you a great journey home! We hope you had a good time in our French region.
Goodbye and see you soon!
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France - Marseille
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Private transfer
Private transfer from Marseille airport to Aix en Provence hotel.
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France - Aix en Provence
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Free time
Free time to explore the small city of Aix-en-Provence.
Pick from the following options to make the most of your time in the capital of Provence:
Take a walk on the famous Cours Mirabeau, with its archway of sycamores shading sidewalk cafes and terraces.
Explore the city’s markets, which are open every day of the year. The larger markets take place three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings) at Place des Prêcheurs, Place de la Madeleine, and in the Encagnane and Jas de Bouffan neighborhoods. Flower markets are held on the same days across from the Town Hall.
Visit Cézanne’s studio and garden, where he painted some of his greatest masterpieces.
Spend time at the Caumont Art Centre, a cultural institution devoted to the Fine Arts. It is housed in the former Hôtel de Caumont Mansion, a remarkable 17th-century building.
Explore the Granet Museum, which displays more than 12,000 works from the 17th to 21st centuries. Highlights include French School paintings, 10 paintings by Cézanne, a sculpture gallery, and Celtic-Ligurian archaeological collections.
Discover the Archbishops' Palace, adjoining St. Sauveur Cathedral. This former episcopal residence now houses the Tapestry Museum on an upper floor. In July, it also hosts major events during the Festival of Song.
Enter the Pavillon Vendôme, known for its magnificent French-style gardens. The museum features a beautiful collection of portraits and furnishings, along with contemporary and modern art exhibitions.
In the evening, enjoy dinner on your own at one of the city's farm-to-table restaurants.
-
Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
-
Breakfast
-
Private walking tour in Aix with your local guide - Morning tour
In Aix-en-Provence, your guide will meet you for a private tour, during which the city's secrets will be revealed. Through anecdotes told by a passionate guide, you will discover this city full of history from a new angle...
Along the streets, fountains, and shaded squares, they will offer you the chance to discover Aix's treasures:
the Cathedral
the Town Hall Square
the Grain Hall
the Cours Mirabeau
the Mazarin district
And the curiosities of Aix-en-Provence:
hidden Roman and medieval relics
secret balconies
enigmatic bars
They will also tell you about famous people who marked the city's history, such as:
King René
Mirabeau
Paul Cézanne
Émile Zola
(1h30 walking tour - private activity)
[English Guide]
-
France - Luberon
-
Hilltop Villages in the Luberon – Guided Tour (Half-day)
In the afternoon, at your own pace with your guide, you will take some time to visit the village of Lourmarin, famous for its Renaissance castle, before a photo stop in Bonnieux.
You will then be charmed by the hilltop village of Gordes, dominated by its fortified castle and church, and its cobbled streets with enchanting views over the valley and the hills.
Finally, you will drive to Roussillon, located in the heart of the largest ochre deposits in the world, and one of the most beautiful villages of France. Discover its flamboyant colors while wandering its narrow streets, squares, and steps—where people have long worked in harmony with nature.
(Shared activity with other participants, maximum 8. Duration: 6 hours)
[English Guide]
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France - Aix en Provence
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Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
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Breakfast
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Arles, Saint Remy & Les Baux : A Cultural Tour in Provence from Aix-en-Provence
Explore Provence's gems in a day! Small-group tour from Aix-en-Provence visits Arles' Roman ruins, Saint-Rémy's Van Gogh sites, & Les Baux' medieval charm. An unforgettable Provence adventure awaits.
Explore the heart of Provence on this unforgettable small-group tour, led by an expert English-speaking guide. Visit the historic towns of Arles, Saint-Rémy de Provence, and Les Baux de Provence, each rich in culture and charm.
Comfortable Journey
Meet your guide at the Aix-en-Provence tourism office and hop into a premium air-conditioned vehicle for a seamless adventure.
Arles: Roman Heritage & Van Gogh’s Inspiration
Discover Arles, a UNESCO-listed town famous for its Roman ruins, including the Amphitheater and Antique Theater. Walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh, who painted some of his most iconic works here.
Charming Saint-Rémy de Provence
Stroll through this picturesque village, soak in its relaxed atmosphere, and enjoy free time to explore. If visiting on a Wednesday, don’t miss the vibrant Provence market!
Les Baux de Provence: Medieval Marvel
Perched atop a rocky hill, Les Baux offers breathtaking views, historic ruins, and charming streets lined with art galleries.
Return to Aix-en-Provence
After a day filled with history, culture, and scenic beauty, we’ll return to Aix, leaving you with lasting memories of Provence’s most enchanting sites.
Included:
Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
Travel in a recent & comfortable minivan
Tour of 8.5 hours
Visit of Arles
Visit of St Rémy de Provence
Visit of Les Baux de Provence village
[English Guide]
-
Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
-
Breakfast
-
Train to Nice
TGV train journey (2nd class, semi-flex cancellation option) from the departure train station to your next location!
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France - Nice
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Discover Nice
On the French Riviera, near the border with Italy, lies Nice. Nicknamed Nissa La Bella ("Nice the Beautiful"), it's a historic city famous for its artistic spirit, grand plazas, crescent-shaped pebble beaches, and the narrow streets of its colorful old town, Vieille Ville. Nice is a densely populated coastal metropolis (the seventh most populous city in France), which means there are secrets to discover and adventures to be had around every corner.
Thanks to the central location of your accommodation, you'll be able to enjoy this city on your own. You should visit sites like the Greek quarter (Nice was actually founded by the Ancient Greeks of the Massalia region in 350 BCE), and the Roman remains of an amphitheater and arena in the historic Cimiez neighborhood. This is also the location of two other notable landmarks: the opulent Excelsior Régina Palace, where Queen Victoria of England used to summer on the French Riviera, and the Musée Matisse, a museum showcasing the works of Nice's most famous painter, the expressionist master Henri Matisse.
Other highlights of this city are the Promenade des Anglais, Port Lympia, the aforementioned Vieille Ville, and the ornate St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral.
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Private tour | Nice Off the Beaten Path (4h)
Through this surprising immersion into Nice’s city, let it tell you its highlights, its anecdotes, and legends.
Your local guide will make you discover the unmissable sites: from the Greek city to the Roman remains; from the Promenade des Anglais to the Lympia harbor; from old Nice to the Russian cathedral.
Get to know the heroes from Nice and the characters that shaped the history and culture of the city: Jellinek Mercedes, Giuseppe Garibaldi, Queen Victoria…
And end with an exclusive visit and wine tasting at Château Crémat, ready to reveal its treasures and Coco Chanel's story.
4-hour day trip in an air-conditioned minivan, private.
[English Guide]
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Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
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Breakfast
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France - Eze
-
Monaco
-
Enjoy a full-day tour of the French Riviera coastline cities from Nice
Join a shared excursion from Nice or Cannes to visit the medieval village of Èze and enjoy a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea, the Principality of Monaco, the old town of "Le Rocher", and finally Monte Carlo.
Enjoy the panoramic view over Nice from Mt. Boron. On the Middle Corniche stop at Èze – a medieval perched village with its craft shops and breathtaking panorama. Guided tour of a traditional perfumery, the true essence of Provence.
Drive along the Lower Corniche to the Old Town of Monaco. Time to visit the Palace – open June/Oct. 8 €pp – the Cathedral, Cousteau's Oceanographic Museum – 14 €pp – and see the Changing of the Palace Guards at 11:55am.
Stop at Monte-Carlo and its luxurious casino, megayachts, and chic boutiques.
Included in this tour: Professional guide; Guided perfumery tour in Èze; Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Other visits not included.
Duration: Approx. 8h
Max. participants: 8 persons
[English Guide]
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France - Nice
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Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
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Breakfast
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France - Cannes
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France - Grasse
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France - Gourdon
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France - St Paul de Vence
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Countryside guided tour to Cannes, Grasse, Gourdon and Saint-Paul de Vence
Enjoy a day out of Nice, through the countryside of the inland Riviera!
Arrive in Cannes and walk the famous Croisette Boulevard, by the Film Festival Palace, designer shops, and smart sandy beaches.
Drive through the charming countryside of Provence to Grasse, the world capital of the perfume industry, for a guided tour of perfumery or free time to visit the old town.
View the Alps, valleys and spectacular coastline from the amazing perched medieval village of Gourdon.
After lunch winding down charming Loup Gorges, and taste Riviera's specialty flower sweets at traditional Florian Confectionary. Do a photo stop by a provencal jewel: Tourrettes-sur-Loup.
End the tour in the second most visited village in France: St Paul de Vence with ancient cobblestone lanes, fortified walls and art galleries, home of impressionist painters. Return to Nice.
(8 hours small-group tour, lunch non-included)
[English Guide]
-
France - Nice
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Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
-
Breakfast
Enjoy your breakfast and savor the last moments at the accommodation.
-
Free time
Relax!
For your free day in Nice, you have the choice between a little getaway throughout the city or a relaxing time at the beach!
You can choose between public or private beaches!
Nice public beaches are composed of large pebbles called galets. Quite unusual but, galets are a part of Nice's natural heritage! You will be spoilt for choice, there are plenty of them all along the Promenade des Anglais!
There are 14 private beaches dotting the Nice coast which you could easily recognize by their colorful umbrellas even if each beach wasn't marked by a sign. Along with the beach comes restaurants and bars where you can eat lunch, have a cocktail, and in some cases have breakfast or dinner. Small fences delimit the sides of the private beach area which usually runs as close as possible to the waterline. Opera, Beau Rivage, Le Galet, Ruhl, La Baieta, Bella Nissa, Les Cannailles, Regency are good ones!
-
Private transfer
Transfer from your hotel to the airport in Nice
-
This is the end of your trip; the whole team wishes you a great journey home! We hope you had a good time in our French region.
Goodbye and see you soon!
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Accommodation list
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Aix en Provence
Boutique Hôtel Cézanne
2person(s)
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Nice
Hôtel La Villa Nice Victor Hugo
2person(s)
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