Provence countryside trip
ID: GYG530873-1143132
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Country: France
Country: France
Duration: 07:00 hours
Description
Let’s drive and explore with your local tour guide the Top hills charming villages of St Paul de Vence, Gourdon, Tourettes and Grasse !
Grasse :
Welcome to the World Capital of Perfume! Grasse has led the perfume industry since the 19th century. Its social life is governed by this industry. Grasse is also the town of the Artist Painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard born in Grasse. Tour a Factory or walk in the old town for this provence sightseeing tour.
Gourdon :
This lovely perched medieval village, called The Balcony of the French Riviera, is built like an eagle nest on a big alpine rock. You will see the Castle built in the IX century; admire the best panoramic view over the country side of Oriental Provence and walk through the narrow streets of the village to discover some charming souvenirs shops.
Les Gorges du Loup « The Wolf Canyon »:
Let’s drive in the Wolf Canyon with its powerful river carving the limestone into caves and waterfalls.
An impressive panoramic road designed in the heart of nature !
Tourettes-sur-Loup :
Tourettes means small towers on the Wolf River. You will cross this medieval village with its small towers of the Grimaldi Castle built on a large square. It’s also famous for the violet flower used to perfume food or sweet desserts found at the candy factory « Confiserie Florian ».
Saint-Paul de Vence :
This old French King village has become the second most visited village in France ! It’s the cradle of Provence. Its reputation comes from the actors and artists who came there to share ideas, new art techniques and paint « in situ » on the castle ramparts built in the 16th century.
Grasse :
Welcome to the World Capital of Perfume! Grasse has led the perfume industry since the 19th century. Its social life is governed by this industry. Grasse is also the town of the Artist Painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard born in Grasse. Tour a Factory or walk in the old town for this provence sightseeing tour.
Gourdon :
This lovely perched medieval village, called The Balcony of the French Riviera, is built like an eagle nest on a big alpine rock. You will see the Castle built in the IX century; admire the best panoramic view over the country side of Oriental Provence and walk through the narrow streets of the village to discover some charming souvenirs shops.
Les Gorges du Loup « The Wolf Canyon »:
Let’s drive in the Wolf Canyon with its powerful river carving the limestone into caves and waterfalls.
An impressive panoramic road designed in the heart of nature !
Tourettes-sur-Loup :
Tourettes means small towers on the Wolf River. You will cross this medieval village with its small towers of the Grimaldi Castle built on a large square. It’s also famous for the violet flower used to perfume food or sweet desserts found at the candy factory « Confiserie Florian ».
Saint-Paul de Vence :
This old French King village has become the second most visited village in France ! It’s the cradle of Provence. Its reputation comes from the actors and artists who came there to share ideas, new art techniques and paint « in situ » on the castle ramparts built in the 16th century.
Highlights
- Scenic panoramic costal views
- Local cuisine Provençal market and good wines
- Art Galléries and Art painting museum
Guiding languages
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.