From Nice: Provence and its Medieval Villages Full-Day Tour

93 Reviews
Tours Culture & history Activities Good for groups Day trips Day Trips From Day Trips To Sightseeing Tours Cruises & boat tours History & heritage Small group Family-friendly

Embark on a full-day guided tour from Nice and discover the authenticity and charm of the medieval villages of Provence. Explore and enjoy breathtaking landscapes and picturesque villages.

Our Top Experiences and Tours in French Riviera:
If youʻre booking your trip to French Riviera last minute, we have you covered. Below are some of the top tours and experiences!
View All Experiences

Highlights

  • Learn the secrets of perfume making at Fragonard
  • Enjoy the picture-postcard scenery of the Village of Violets
  • Discover artistic St Paul de Vence, the jewel of Provence
  • Stroll through charming medieval streets

Description

Start at Grasse, a city of perfumes since the 17th century, today the world capital of perfumery. It is also called the 'capital of flowers and perfumes'. It is a typical city of Provence. You are offered a visit of the old town or Fragonard perfumery. Then continue onto Gourdon, where you will be able to stroll around the beautiful medieval village and admire a breathtaking landscape from the top of this fortified little town. On the way, admire the very picturesque waterfalls of the Saut du Loup with emerald colored pools. Then, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, a charming medieval village that is called the 'City of Violets.” On its streets, you will find the workshops of ceramists, painters, sculptors, leather craftsmen, and weavers. To complete the tour, visit one of the best-preserved fortified villages in the South of France, namely St. Paul de Vence. There, walking through the narrow winding streets, vaulted alleyways, and arcades, you will be transported back into the Middles Ages.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Professional guide Fragonard Perfume Factory guided visit Shared or private tour (depending on the option selected)

Important Information

  • Infant seats are available on request A minimum 4 people per booking is required (in case of shared tour). If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour is subject to rescheduling or cancellation The tour is also subject to cancellation in the event of logistical/mechanical issues outside the activity provider's control or sick staff (please have a time slot ready the next day if possible)

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Gallery

My Guide Book Now! From Nice: Provence and its Medieval Villages Full-Day Tour

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for French Riviera.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

Recommended Experiences in French Riviera

500+ trusted car hire partners globally

Create & Share your own Guide to French Riviera with friends and family!

Add your recommended places to visit by browsing the website and pressing the icon.

Create your own guide of favourite 'must see' places

Earn your Local Expert badge by Sharing your guides with others

Get your guide seen by submitting it to the Mini Guides section

Lists

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide French Riviera is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 120+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in French Riviera

Filter Events by Sub-Category

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in French Riviera