Full day tour Medieval Villages Grasse Gourdon Tourettes St Paul
Overview
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8 hours
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This is not a tour where you spend most of your time driving in traffic jams! It's not a chase like many other tours. I built the tour to avoid this problem, you will have enough time to enjoy each spot with the help and instructions of a professional guide.
Treat yourself to a trip to the Middle Ages! Discover the most beautiful Provencal medieval villages, a cultural and architectural wealth!
Grasse, Gourdon, Tourettes-sur-Loup and Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
Visit the historic FRAGONARD museum factory of fragrance in Grasse.
Discover Grasse : It's saracens tower and it's unbelievable cathedral.
Admire panoramic views of gourdon and valey of loup.
Enjoy an ice cream made from the "violet" flower in Tourettes sur Loup.
Discover dozens of art galleries in Saint Paul de Vence.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pick-up and drop-off included at the locations indicated in Nice for shared tours. For addresses outside Nice, pick-ups and drop-offs are only possible with private tours.
The tour time is 8 hours, including driving time.
If you are a group of more than 8 people, contact us for a 30-seat bus.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
knowledgeable guide with university degree
TIP
Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Grasse
Driving to our first experience: Grace Village. Start your tour by visiting Grasse, listed in November 2018 on the list of "Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity" adopted by "UNESCO", for its know-how linked to the perfume industry. Stroll through the old streets of Grasse known for the workshops of the tannery industry in the Middle Ages. Then treat yourself to a visit to the historic "FRAGONARD" factory, one of the 60 companies that manufacture fragrances and essences, to understand the process of changing flowers into perfume. The rare flowers of the Pays de Grasse (lavender, myrtle, jasmine, rose, wild orange blossom, mimosa) make Grasse the world capital of perfume.
Gourdon
After this fragrant break, head for this small village "GOURDON" perched at 758 meters, between the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea, discover this medieval fortress and its beautiful castle built in the 8th century by the SARAZINS. Discern the strategic advantages, (the control of all "the valley of the wolf", the Mediterranean coast and the access to the Alps), to understand the fight for the control of this fortress, between the medieval powers until the German armies during the World War II.
Options
Guided tour: the most beautiful medieval villages, full day.
Pickup included
Reviews
219 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Living my Nice life.
Gene T,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nabil is a wonderful tour guide who brings the medieval villages around Nice to life with warmth, humor, and deep local knowledge. His tours through gems like Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Tourrettes-sur-Loup reveal not just the beauty of their stone streets and panoramic views but also their stories, traditions, and artisanal treasures. With Nabil’s engaging storytelling and easygoing pace, visitors enjoy an authentic glimpse into Provence’s charm — from mountain-top vistas to hidden craft shops — making the journey both relaxing and unforgettable.
Greate tour ! A must do!
23OlgaNY,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was unforgettable. So charming villages! Nabil,our driver and guide, was so knowledgeable, efficient, and helpful. He has a lot of knowledge of this region, history and culture, and gave the group a lot of useful tips. I highly recommend this tour with Nabil.
A day trip back in History
SharleenLouisa,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An Excellent day out with our guide Nadil. Collected on time, bus comfortable. We would never have got to see these villages without going on this trip. We really enjoyed the day abd Gourdon was a highlight of our trip. We learnt loads on this trip. Highly recommend.
Going back in time
Nicolle C,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nabeil was an excellent, entertaining and informative guide who made everyone feel welcome and comfortable from the beginning of the tour. We very much enjoyed the history and authenticity of the locations chosen for this tour. St. Paul sur Loup was the most beautiful!
Wonderful locations & great guide
Elizabeth H,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful medieval villages with amazing views, wonderful shopping and food. The guide was so knowledge and I learned a lot of history.
Good coverage of local villages thankyou
Lesley C,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Very good history knowledge and avaried trip - twisting roads made drive a bit hairy. Guide clearly knowshis "stuff"
Laurence, thank you for a perfect day!
Tatiana R,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Laurence was phenomenal! She was warm, kind, funny and incredibly knowledgeable. She brought the medieval villages to life with fascinating stories, facts and local insights. The Mercedes van was comfortable, the drive was smooth and every stop was beautifully planned. We learned so much and truly felt immersed in the history and charm of the region. It was an unforgettable day, we can’t recommend this tour enough!
Beautiful escape from the city
90agnesg,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was a perfect escape into medieval scenery for the day. With our guide Nabil, the day became not only interesting but also enriching. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, our group learned so much from Nabil—not only about the area, but also about the region's history, perfume traditions, the Alps' nature, and general French customs. His informative yet humorous style made the experience all the more enjoyable. These villages truly capture the beautiful essence of French history, and they're definitely something you don’t want to miss. A perfect day overall!
Medieval Villages
R6259RIsusans,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Our guide gave excellent background information about each village as well as the best path to take in each and where to find the things of interest. You had time for shopping and/or eating a snack in most of the villages. We made several photo stops along the way to take pictures of the upcoming village. Great way to spend the day!
Highly Recommended
Brad M,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We spend two weeks touring France, and the Medieval Villages Tour was the highlight of our experience. Our guide Nadil was excellent, as was the rich history of the villages we visited. They were beautiful, intriguing, and entertaining. I own a tour company in Colorado guiding tours through Rocky Mountain National Park. I know what guests want to experience. This tour provided exactly what we had hoped for, and Nadil was personable, knowledgeable, and entertaining. I highly recommend this tour.
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