Local Wine Tasting , Grasse perfumerie , and Provençal villages
Description
The tour is unique because it combines iconic hilltop villages (Grasse & Gourdon), local culture, breathtaking views, and tastings of typical Provençal wines, all in a single guided and structured day—a complete and immersive experience of the French Riviera. With a pleasant way to end the day Wine tasting at the end of the excursion allows you to relax after a day of sightseeing, while enjoying the local expressions of Provence's vineyards in an often panoramic setting.
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Itinerary
Grasse is a major town in the middle country of the French Riviera located in the west of the department of Alpes-Maritimes 12 km north of Cannes on the Mediterranean coast. Grasse is the world capital of perfume, supplanting Montpellier whose Faculty of Pharmacy was the source of the creation of ointments and perfumes. Discover its cobblestone streets dating back to medieval times and its historic buildings.
Installed since 1926 in this magnificent factory, tannery in the 18th century, it became a perfumery factory at the very beginning of the following century. Completely renovated and sublimated in 2013, it offers an original journey of discovery of the mysteries of traditional perfumery, from the processing of raw materials to the packaging of finished products. The machines used, from copper stills to soap workshops, offer historical, social and cultural interest in the techniques and working conditions governing family perfumery until the 1950s.
Located in the mountains of the meadows of the Alps , Gourdon enjoys breathtaking views. Enjoy these small shops with local specialties such as family glassware or artisanal confectionery.
Discover the traditional know-how, fused with an unparalleled love for the vine, that gives birth to great organic wines. These unique grape varieties, Rolle for white, Braquet for rosé and Folle Noire and Grenache for red, reflect the typicality and character of these rare wines.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up will be in front of the hotel or address or from the tender exit.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Consumption of alcohol is prohibited for minors
- We plan a 2h30 drive on this circuit
Reviews(16)
A fantastic selection. The local wine tasting was fun and we learned a lot about Provencal flavors.The timeline was very simple and gave us enough free time at every stop.
The guide was amazing . We had a good visiting the perfume factory and the médiéval villages of Grasse and Gourdon . We finish by a local vignard very interesting.
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
Wine, perfume, and fairytale French villages? Say less! 🍷🌸 If you are staying in Nice, you have to book this. It takes you away from the usual tourist spots and deep into the gorgeous Provencal lifestyle. My camera roll is completely full. 10/10 recommendation!
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
Billie was an amazing guide and the tour allowed us to visit Grasse and Gourdon, then ending with an amazing wine tasting experience. Highly recommended !
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Billy was amazing and we had a great time! She spoke eloquently, was warm, and kind and told us so much of the history too 🌻
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We had a wonderful time saw lots of beautiful villages in the countryside, and wonderful Mountain views. The tour guide herself was excellent and we appreciated all of her helpful insights.
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
Grasse was a lovely stop where we learned about perfume making. The medieval villages were our favorite part—so quiet, historic, and full of flowers. To finish the day, the local wine tasting was excellent. The wine was high quality and the atmosphere was very peaceful.
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
Amazing tour begining go end. Billie is a proud local and her love and passion for the region made the tour really special. She's also a very fun person and it felt like you were being shown around by a friend. We especially enjoyed the vineyard tour which was unique and unlike any I had taken before. We also had the best meal of our stay in Gourdon which Billie had reserved in advance. She also provided great recommendations which made our stay better beyond the tour itself. Do yourself a favor and take this tour. If we had longer we would have booked addition tours with Billie and will be recommending it to all our friends and hope to also take ourselves next time we're in the area.
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
A very enjoyable excursion from Nice. The landscapes were beautiful and the villages felt like stepping back in time. The local wine tasting was excellent, and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable.
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
Billie provided my daughter and I with a wonderful trip to Grasse, Gourdon, and a lovely organic, family-owned winery. The region is beautiful, and Billie curated a fantastic experience for us: we had a great day enjoying the sights, scents, tastes, and tactile goods of Southern France. We also loved the balance of learning about the region from Billie and spending some alone-time to explore. I highly recommend this experience!
Thank you very much for your review. It helps us a lot. Kind regards, Billie
