Grasse, Gourdon, Tourrettes sur Loup, Saint Paul de Vence
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8 hours
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Visit the mediaeval villages of the hinterland of Nice, historic, authentic and full of charm, Grasse, Gourdon, Tourrettes-sur-Loup and Saint-Paul-de-Vence.You will have enough time to discover each village.
This guided tour will take you back in time, you will discover beautiful landscapes, breathtaking views, monuments, artisans, culinary specialties, violet ice cream.... An unforgettable day awaits you with a confirmed, friendly and passionate guide.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Confortable Shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Excursion
Pick-up and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Grasse
Once customers have been collected at the pick-up point, you will discover the city of Grasse, labeled "city of history and art", also listed by UNESCO as an "intangible heritage of humanity" since 2018. You will benefit from the information and explanations of the towns and landscapes along the route that your guide will give you. Grasse, world capital of perfume. You will visit the factory FRAGONARD . A colleague will give you the guided tour. You will see 5000 years of perfume history, from the arrival of wild flowers to bottling, cosmetic products and essences. Stroll, discover the streets of the old medieval town of Grasse, its beginnings date back to the Middle Ages. They built the Saracen Tower, which was one of the strategic points against the attackers. You can also visit the Romanesque style cathedral "Notre Dame du Puy" built in the 12th century. Its bell tower is 34 meters high and the interior is richly decorated with magnificent paintings by "RUBENS.
Gourdon
Gourdon, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France, built on a rocky base at an altitude of 750 m, nicknamed "Eagle's Nest" because it overlooks the Loup valley. Discover its ramparts, its 12th century medieval castle built by the Saracens with gardens designed by "Le Nôtre", it often served as a stronghold. Stroll through these narrow stone streets with its old houses and craftsmen. Gourdon, was an exceptional place of defense due to its strategic positioning. Enjoy this exceptional view all the way to the Riviera on Victoria Square. Classified site with its magnificent retaining wall. Visit its superb Romanesque Saint Pons chapel from the 12th century, restored with a medieval garden. Explore the 12th century Saint Vincent church, it is listed in the inventory of historic monuments.
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Grasse, Gourdon, Tourrettes sur Loup, Saint Paul de Vence
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Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous tour of Medieval castles and towns
Larissa S,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00My favorite tour of two weeks filled with tours and travel throughout France and Italy. Laurence was energetic and very knowledgeable about all the towns we traveled through. I highly recommend this to gain an insight into times and places you have not visited before.
I would recommend the...
Dottie T,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
2.00I would recommend the train tour to the alps instead of this Medieval town tour by car. You actually see and enter Medieval structures like a giant fort and several churches in the Alps tour. . In this car Medieval tour the main attraction the Palace and gardens no longer allow entry. We were underwhelmed with the experience.
Perfect day trip
Jumana V,
Sep 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00We just returned from our tour with Laurence. We had a wonderful day. My father has a walker and she made sure he was comfortable at every stop. We had just enough time at each town and didn't feel rushed. Laurence was full of energy, information, and passion for this region. We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide. Don't miss having Violette and Provencal ice cream flavors at the third stop.
Great tour
Kym S,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great tour. Our tour guide Laurence was amazing. She explained our stops very well and worked with her associate who was very knowledgeable. She was friendly and extremely helpful. I recommend this tour.
A peaceful break with lots to do
Ruth L,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a charming and cozy experience. You get a chance to explore the French countryside and visit the small, isolated villages that look like they are stuck in time. They have this old world charm that is so peaceful, yet there are opportunities to buy crafts, art, and food from around the region. Each village varied on how crowded it was, so you have a good range of how much you want to interact with people. Our guide Laurence was super fun and charming. She gave us insightful background on each village and its significance to French and Italian history. She comfortably drove us to each destination and helped us navigate the villages. She was very sweet and eager to help us love the area as much as she did. The only suggestion I would make for the company is to upgrade to bigger vans. There were seven other people on my tour and the car got a little crowded, especially when you’re driving 40+ minutes out of the city. Aside from that, I think this is a day trip to get a break from the business of Nice and explore more of the rural areas.
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