From Nice: Flavor & Taste of Provence

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Experience the beauty of the French Riviera from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle on a 5-hour tour from Nice. Visit the pretty villages of Saint-Paul de Vence and Grasse, famous as the perfume capital of the world.

Highlights

Get panoramic views of the Alps and coast of the French Riviera from Gourdon
Experience the magical light that has inspired artists at Saint-Paul de Vence
Stop to take souvenir photos in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, known for its violets
Visit the Fragonard perfume factory in Grasse

Description

Benefit from pick-up at your hotel in Nice, and then explore the pretty villages of the French Riviera. Make your way in air-conditioned comfort to the medieval village of Saint-Paul de Vence, known for its modern and contemporary art museums. Learn how the village has inspired artists throughout history. Continue to Tourrettes-sur-Loup, famous for the annual Violet Festival that celebrates the region's most famous agricultural product. Get panoramic views of the Alps and coast from the highest medieval village of the French Riviera at the Eagle's Nest in Gourdon. End with a visit to the Fragonard perfume factory in Grasse and learn the secrets of the perfume industry. Alternatively, explore the Old Town to marvel at highlights such as the 11th-century cathedral.