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Private Day Trip: Provence Countryside by Minivan from Nice

Nice, France
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Spend a delightful day exploring the towns of the French Riviera and the Provençal countryside on a private tour from Nice. Cruise down the iconic Boulevard de la Croisette and see the Film Festival Palace in Cannes, and tour a perfumery in sweet-smelling Grasse. Drive through the gorgeous Loup Goges and take in sweeping views of the Alps and the Mediterranean from medieval Gourdon. Finally, stroll through the picturesque lanes of artsy Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Enjoy a leisurely pace and the personalized attention of your private guide.
  • Private escorted day tour to Provence from Nice
  • La Croisette boulevard and old port in Cannes
  • Perfumery tour and free time in Grasse
  • Free time in mountain town of Gourdon
  • Photo stops at Tourrettes and Loup Gorges
  • Scenic drive through the specular valleys and historic villages of the countryside of Cannes
  • Explore the Impressionist painters’ village of Saint Paul de Vence

What's Included

  • Professional driver/guide with onboard commentary
  • Transport by 8 seater air conditioned Luxury Mercedes Minivan
  • Tour guaranteed in English and in French. Other languages on request
  • Free optional guided tour of Fragonard Perfume Factory (Grasse)
  • Food and drink (unless specified)
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Complimentary pick up from centrally located Nice hotels

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Discover the postcard-perfect gems of Provençe with a small group of family and friends. Your full-day tour begins with morning pickup at your Nice hotel in an 8-passenger minivan. 

Learn about the area’s history from your private guide as you drive along scenic coastal roads to Cannes. In this glamorous seaside city, drive past luxury hotels and sandy beaches along the Boulevard de la Croisette and channel your inner star power with a visit to the Film Festival Palace. 

Next, make your way inland to the town of Grasse, considered the international capital of perfume. Take a guided perfumery tour and enjoy leisure time to explore on your own.

Stop for photos in the scenic town of Tourrettes-sur-Loup and drive through the magnificent valley of Loup Gorges. Stop at the medieval hilltop village of Gourdon, which boasts spectacular views of the Alps, Provençe’s rolling hills, and the Mediterranean. Taste floral-flavored candy at the Florian confectionery and enjoy lunch at a local café (own expense). 

For your last stop, wander through the picturesque streets and browse the many art galleries of Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Discover for yourself why the village inspired a generation of Impressionist painters and today is one of the most visited towns in France.

Relax on the scenic return drive to Nice, where your tour concludes with hotel drop-off. 

Note: Price listed is per person, based on 8 adults per vehicle.
1

Cannes

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Grasse

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Gourdon

1 hour 15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Gorges du Loup (Pass By)

Tourrettes-sur-Loup (Pass By)

4

St-Paul-de-Vence

1 hour 15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Duration of stops are approximate and may vary
  • Confirmation subject to availability
  • Foldable wheelchairs and strollers accepted
  • Accompaniment required at certain sites for wheelchair users
  • Complimentary baby and/or booster seats available only on request
  • No tour departs without safety checks
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

5.0
based on 5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Thomas was an excellent guide. The...

Jeff L, Oct 2014
Thomas was an excellent guide. The country side is awesome and we had plenty of time to explore on our own. I highly recommend this tour.

A fantastic experience and if you...

M_A, Jul 2013
A fantastic experience and if you have a small group it is really worth having your own driver and taking your time. Our driver Robert was charming, warm and friendly and he knew so much about the places we visited. The countryside was just beautiful and the perfume factory was a highlight, as was a walk on the red carpet at Cannes.

This was wonderful! The guide that we...

Mary Ann F, Sep 2008
This was wonderful! The guide that we had was terrific. Took the time to ask what our interests were and designed the day around us.

Fantastisk tur med en fantastisk flott...

Heidi_M, Sep 2014
Fantastisk tur med en fantastisk flott guide. Anbefales:-)

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