About this tour
Venture into the hilltop villages and artisan workshops of inland Provence on this nine-hour guided tour from Nice. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to medieval settlements perched above the coast, watch glassblowers at work, and explore Grasse's fragrance heritage at a working perfumery. Your local guide tailors the itinerary to your interests, allowing flexibility to linger in villages like Saint-Paul de Vence, Gourdon and Tourrettes or dive deeper into perfume production.
Highlights
- Medieval villages clinging to clifftops with valley views
- Watch artisans blow glass using traditional techniques
- Behind-the-scenes access to a functioning perfume factory
- Grasse: Europe's fragrance centre since the 18th century
- Flexible itinerary shaped by your preferences
- Private vehicle and guide for nine hours
What to expect
Your guide collects you from accommodation and drives inland towards the Provence hills. The route takes in several villages where you'll have time to wander narrow streets, browse local shops and absorb the hilltop atmosphere. In Grasse, you'll observe skilled glassblowers creating pieces by hand—it's surprisingly hypnotic. The perfume factory tour reveals how flowers become fragrance, from raw materials through to bottled products. Expect informality and genuine expertise from your guide, who can adjust pacing and stops based on what captures your attention.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes for village exploration and uneven terrain. Food and drinks are your own expense—plenty of cafés in each village. Children and infants are accommodated. The itinerary is negotiable; discuss priorities with your guide at the start.
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