11 Days in France: Provence and the French Riviera
Soak in the serenity, sights, and seaside essence of the French Riviera on this 11-day tour through coastal France.
France
11 days / 10 nights
$4,430 /person
$4,430 /person
Your trip at a glance
Top Activities
Hopping between villages — and countries — with a guided tour to Èze, Nice, and Monaco
Wafting the scent and color of violets in Tourettes-sur-Loup, a floral and medieval wonderland
Enjoying the unique galleries and sculpture gardens of Saint Paul de Vence museum, Fondation Maeght
Truffle hunting with a well-trained dog, professional guide, and your own nose in Luberon
Wandering the historic streets and picturesque port area of lively, lovely Marseille
New Scents, Tastes, and Sights, From Èze to Monaco
Overview
After breakfast this morning, a local expert guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel. They’ll take you to your next destination: the medieval village of Èze. You may have visited Èze yesterday if you opted for a visit to Anjuna Beach, but either way, you’re bound for an entirely new experience. That’s because you’re about to embark on a guided visit to three towns in the South of France that will employ all of your senses — starting with smell. This morning, you’ll stop by the Fragonard Perfume Factory, where you can sniff, try, and buy a variety of perfumes. When you’re happy with how you smell, you’ll switch gears and continue on your journey to the hills above Nice. There, you’ll enjoy a local olive oil tasting with an expert at a traditional farm. Afterward, your driver will take you to Monaco, where your local guide will introduce you to new discoveries. Once you’ve fully experienced this trio of activities, your guide and driver will drop you off at your hotel. You can relax for the rest of the night, or, if you’re still up for adventure, why not tack on an evening stroll and soak in your last night in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat? (Breakfast)
Highlights
Fragonard Perfume Factory
This iconic perfume brand originated in the South of France and opened its doors in Èze in 1968. During your guided visit to the Fragonard Perfume Factory, you’ll learn all about the perfume’s production process in this factory and cosmetics laboratory overlooking the sea.
Olive Oil Tasting
In the South of France, the only thing better than a wine tasting may be an olive oil one. While visiting a traditional French farm, you’ll sample a variety of authentic olive oils, all locally produced. What better ambiance than a bucolic farm — and what better excuse to bite into a baguette than by swirling it into a bath of delicious oil?
Monaco
Less than 30 minutes from Nice, you’ll cross into another country — albeit a tiny one. Your expert guide will lead you from the South of France into the South of Europe and introduce you to France’s next-door neighbor. Explore this small country’s brazen, blaring beauty, and enjoy your continuation along the Mediterranean Sea.
Accommodations
Hôtel de Charme Brise Marine (or similar)
Tucked in the heart of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the coastal Hôtel de Charme Brise Marine lives in a restored Italian-style villa, overlooking the sea. Rooms range in sizes and styles — all within walking distance of the clear Mediterranean waters.
Location:
58 Av. Jean Mermoz, 06230 Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France
Phone:
+33493760436
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What's included
Included in the final price
- Roadbook with local tips and expert recommendations
- 24/7 on-the-ground support
- On-trip concierge service
- Personalized trip crafting
- COVID entry and exit information and assistance
- Breakfast every morning
- Accomodation for three nights in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
- Accomodation for two nights in Saint-Paul-de-Vence
- Accomodation for two nights in Bormes-les-Mimosas
- Accomodation for two nights in Lourmarin
- Accomodation for one night in Marseille
- Automatic rental car
- Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild visit
- Cap Moderne visit
- Guided visit to Èze and Fragonard Perfume Factory, olive oil tasting, and Monaco visit
- Lourmarin Castle visit
- Guided visit to Fondation Maeght
- Ferry to Île de Porquerolles
- Electric bike rental on Île de Porquerolles
- Truffle hunting experience
- Private walking tour in Avignon
- Guided walking tour in Marseille
- Romantic boat tour to the Calanques
Not included in the final price
- International or domestic airfare
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Lunches and dinners, unless specified in the itinerary
- Parking fees or fuel for the rental car
- Entrance fees to any museums or sites visited on your own (unless otherwise stated)