Local Wine Tasting , Grasse perfumerie , and Provençal villages

About this tour

Spend seven and a half hours exploring the perfumed hills and wine country above the Côte d'Azur. This guided loop takes you through perched villages like Grasse and Gourdon, where narrow lanes open onto panoramic valleys, before finishing with local wine tastings in the afternoon. Your air-conditioned minibus handles the winding 150-minute drive, whilst your guide unpacks the region's history and culture at each stop. It's a structured day that captures Provence's layered appeal without rushing.

Highlights

• Medieval villages clinging to limestone ridges with sweeping views
• Grasse's centuries-old perfume heritage and production secrets
• Provençal wine tasting in late afternoon with countryside vistas
• 2.5 hours of scenic driving through the pre-Alps foothills
• Professional guide contextualising local architecture and traditions

What to expect

You'll start with hotel pickup and climb inland from the coast into the hilltop villages that define this corner of Provence. Expect cobbled streets, local shops, and photo stops at viewpoints overlooking valleys and distant peaks. Grasse is the anchor—its perfumery heritage gets explained as you walk through the centre. By mid-afternoon, you'll settle into a wine tasting where you'll sample regional bottles, usually on a terrace facing the landscape you've just traversed. The pace is leisurely; the day builds toward relaxation rather than exhaustion. Bring water and comfortable walking shoes for the village sections.

Good to know

Lunch is not included, so plan to eat in one of the villages or bring provisions. The route involves roughly 2.5 hours of driving in total. Specialist infant seats are available on request. This tour is not suitable for pregnant travellers. Minors cannot participate in wine tastings.