Day Trips from Nice to Toulon

Provence is renowned for its wine production, but travelers often don’t know where to find the best wines—or how to get there. Enjoy a bespoke wine immersion during this full-day, small-group tour from Nice. Meet the wine makers keeping traditions alive at three award-winning vineyards and enjoy an expert-led masterclass on wine tasting. With tastings and air-conditioned transfers included, all you have to do is come thirsty.

Let an expert make wine tasting in the French Provence region as smooth and savoy as possible when you join this small group tour departing from Cannes. Meet on the rooftop of the Cannes train station then head inland to three award-winning vineyards. You’ll join experts to taste approximately 15 different wines, including roses, whites, and reds, before returning to Cannes.

Maximize time in the French Riviera with a private tour. Choose between a half-day or full-day itinerary and get picked up in air-conditioned vehicle. Personalize the itinerary according to your interests or set out on a journey to see top regional destinations including Monaco, Saint-Paul de Vence, and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Learn about local culture and history during the tour.

Set out from Nice on a tour of Provence's stunning natural offerings and a couple of its most picturesque villages. Begin your day trip on the cobbled streets of 16th-century Castellane at the entrance to the Verdon Gorge. Take in the incredible views of its towering limestone walls before entering the gorge itself, driving alongside the Verdon River to the emerald-green waters of Lake of Saint-Croix. Relax on the beach, snap some pics, or simply savor the moment before departing for Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, known for its lively cafes and exquisite pottery.

Sample some of the delicious wines for which southern France is famous on this private 8-hour Provençal wine-tasting tour with picnic lunch from Nice. Hop into your air-conditioned minivan and spin off into rural France as your private describes the region’s winemaking heritage. Visit the Chateau d’Esclans, and Château de St-Martin wineries, and enjoy tours of the cellars and vineyards. Learn of the winemaking techniques in place and sample some of the wines during tasting sessions. Enjoy a rustic picnic lunch of seasonal Provençal specialties for lunch.

When in Provence, it’s important to take the worries out of life—like with this luxurious full-day wine tour. Picked up from your hotel or port, your driver whisks you off to the region’s best wineries, where you’ll stroll the vineyards, learn about the terroir from local vintners, and taste Provence’s signature wines. You’ll spend time in spectacular landscapes, destress from the quotidian, and sip your way to relaxation.

Embark on a captivating journey through the natural wonders of Provence, visiting the breathtaking Gorges du Verdon, the picturesque Route Napoleon, charming villages like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the lavender fields of Valensole. This immersive tour offers a unique blend of history, nature and beauty, ideal for discerning travelers seeking cultural and natural escape.

Treat yourself to this famous tourist hotspot (Les Gorges du Verdon). Drive into the deepest gorges in Europe until 700 meters deep. Observe a very rich fauna composed of 50 species of mammals : (deer, felines, saurians, etc.), and 180 species of birds, especially the golden eagle, and the griffon vulture. Discover the wildlife and enjoy unforgettable landscapes in the heart of the Alps, admire the turquoise waters of Lake Sainte Croix, visit the 5th-century medieval village of Moustiers Sainte Marie, and stroll in the lavender fields on Valensoles plateau. End with a wine tasting (optional). This is not a tour where you spend most of your time driving in traffic jams! It's not a chase like many other tours. I built the tour to avoid this problem, you will have enough time to enjoy each spot with the help and instructions of a professional guide.

Our local guide in Saint-Tropez offers insider knowledge on history, culture, and hidden gems, enhancing your visit with unique stories, local tips, and personalized insights into the town's vibrant lifestyle and attractions.

Explore Verdon Gorge, Castellane, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and lavender fields on a private scenic journey. Ideal for couples, families, and travelers seeking an exclusive, flexible experience with local insights, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Provençal charm.

This full-day experience is part of the Legendary Tours collection by Happy French Riviera, conceived as an immersive and progressive discovery of Saint-Tropez and its surrounding landscapes rather than a simple sequence of stops. The day follows a carefully paced itinerary designed to offer a continuous reading of the scenery, where roads, viewpoints, coastline and sea crossings form a single, coherent journey. The boat crossing to Saint-Tropez is fully integrated into this progression, extending the immersion naturally from land to sea. The route favors emblematic roads and selected viewpoints to maintain a smooth experience away from the most crowded areas. The group is intentionally limited to a very small number of participants to ensure a calm rhythm and attentive accompaniment.

This experience is part of the Legendary Tours collection by Happy French RivieraⓇ, designed as a continuous and immersive journey through the Verdon Gorge. The itinerary follows major panoramic roads, including the Route Napoléon, with an additional stop in Grasse. Travel takes place in a panoramic-roof vehicle, ensuring constant immersion in the landscapes, the gorges and the natural lines that shape the Verdon. The experience includes a pedal boat crossing inside the Verdon Gorge, allowing the canyon to be discovered from the water. The route also passes through the iconic lavender landscapes of Haute-Provence, adding a distinctive sensory dimension. The experience is intentionally limited, ensuring a fluid pace, a serene atmosphere, and an experience close to that of a private tour.

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Discover the beautiful lavender fields of Valensole, renowned for their vibrant colors and captivating fragrances. This 9-hour Check-out tour takes you through the picturesque village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its beautiful ceramics and striking star hanging above. Enjoy a visit to the pristine Lake of St. Croix, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Verdon Gorge. With an Expert Driver Guide, immerse yourself in the rich Provençal culture and enjoy many opportunities for photography and exploration. - Full day tour from Nice, lasting 9 hours. Visit the iconic lavender fields of Valensole and the charming Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. Discover the clarity of the beautiful lake of St. Croix. - Ideal for nature lovers and photography lovers.

Let's discover the best of Provence with a qualified guide/driver during a private full day tour! THE PLATES OF VALENSOLE, Moustier Sainte Marie, Lake of Sainte Croix – MOUSTIERS-SAINTE-MARIE: Discover MOUSTIERS-SAINTE-MARIE, classified among the most beautiful villages in France with its ramparts, its fountains, its aqueduct… famous for its blue monochrome earthenware and its astonishing star suspended in the void. Located in a wooded setting, at the foot of the Gorges du Verdon, between the Alpes de Haute Provence and the Var. What better than a walking tour to discover Aix-en-Provence, the city of a thousand fountains, the excellence of the mansions, the gorgeousness of its architecture and monuments. Then, through and photographing world famous lavender plateaus: les plateaux de Valensole. Complete your open-tour by discovering “la Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine” in Saint-Maximin la Sainte-Baume, the most beautiful Gothic building of Provence.