Private Tour
Full-Day 3 Village Tour of Provence: Splendid & Secret
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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An incredible tour which starts at a near by, little known medieval village full of history, Napoleon and charm. We follow an ancient road through the mighty Gorges of Olllioules to our next destination, Le Castellet.
Immediately we are surrounded by the famous vineyards of Bandol wine appellation, and, as if we are in a road trip movie, we zig zag through typical bright Provencal country side. We do an obligatory stop to sample some of these great wines, while learning and understanding what makes the grape varieties here so special.
We carry on to Le Castellet and its famous castle where we will visit esoteric shops, winding streets, and have a 360 degree view of vineyards, mountains, and the sea. An incredible location at the heart of the Var district of Provence. This is off-beaten-path of most tours in Provence.
After we had lunch we will carry on to probably the most beautiful and authentic ports in all of Provence, the celebrated Sanary-sur-mer, and I need not say more.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Wine tastings
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Ollioules
The medieval village is listed as one of "The Most Beautiful Bypasses of France". Ollioules welcomes us at the foot of its feudal castle and invites us to discover, over streams and fountains, more than thirty arts and craft shops, and a colorful and thriving farmer's market on Thursdays and Saturdays. We will roam the alleyways in the medieval district, look at the ancient houses and tell stories. Climb to the castle at the foot of the "Big Brain" ridge, tell what happened here, and look out over the village and mesmerizing Mediterranean sea.
Maison des Vins de Bandol
Wine tastings of the famous Bandol appellation. What makes this wine so special? And why can its grape variety can only be grown here?
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Full-Day 3 Village Tour of Provence: Splendid & Secret
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Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
WOW, what an amazing shore excursion (from Toulon)
PattyinVA,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We were in Toulon on a cruise ship and had the most delightful tour with our guide, Sarit. It was private, just my husband and I, so we could take our time to enjoy each location. First we visited Sanary Sur Mer, and it was so charming. Sarit took us there first so we could enjoy the local "farmers" market. I could have spent all day there, she showed us many great local shops and helped us find local treats. Next we went to Castellet for some great shopping and Crepes at a cute cafe. Sarit was wonderful sharing history and information as we went along. We ended the tour with Evenos (hilltop, think "heaven") with amazing views. I loved our day with Sarit, and I highly recommend this tour, you will have so many wonderful memories and colorful photos.
Wonderful Excursion
Kathryn K,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Sarit, was friendly and knowledgeable! We say many out of the way sites and went wine tasting. We highly recommend!
A learning experience and not as touristy as expected
Michelle M,
Oct 8, 2024
- Viator
5.00Savit was excellent in explaining the history of Toulon and the villages we visited. She was very caring and checked on my husband several times. The restaurant we had lunch in was great and authentic French.
Provence in a rush!
MichaelL S,
Sep 22, 2024
- Viator
4.00Sarit was an excellent guide. The villages in Provence were charming and only disappointed that we didn’t have more time to investigate. Sarit was very flexible and exhibited compassion and tolerance for our small group of varying interests
10/10 Custom Tour
Amy O,
Jul 14, 2024
- Viator
5.00What a fantastic alternative to the pre-packaged, over-priced excursions offered by the cruise lines, where you're held captive with busloads of people. Prior to selecting this tour, I reached out to the guide with some specific questions- I received kind and prompt replies from Sarit and was confident this was going to be a wonderful experience. We were not disappointed. Sarit arrived early to our meeting place, and we thoroughly enjoyed all her custom selections to make our day exactly what we wanted. Sarit is a wonderful story-teller and our family was enthralled with the historical and anecdotal details she shared at every location. Sarit pointed out shops ideal for finding unique souvenirs from kind and fairly priced vendors. The icing on the cake? Sarit knew that one of our scheduled stops was under a bit of construction and recommended a look-out spot off the beaten path. She took us to a secluded village with idyllic views at every turn as we climbed higher. I do not hesitate to recommend this experience and trust that your day with Sarit will also be everything you wish it to be.
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