Tour description
Provence & French Riviera Food, Wine & Culture Tour
Experience the best of southern France on this 11-day luxury private journey through Provence and the French Riviera. Beginning in Marseille, your itinerary unfolds at an unhurried pace through the Provençal countryside, where olive groves, vineyards, and storied hilltop villages reveal a way of life shaped by tradition and seasonality. With a private chauffeur and expert local guidance, explore places such as Gordes, Roussillon, and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, enjoying market visits, artisan producers, and refined regional cuisine.
Travel north into the Rhône Valley for privately arranged winery visits in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where tastings highlight the character, terroir, and heritage of one of France’s most celebrated wine regions.
Your journey concludes along the French Riviera, where Mediterranean light, elegant towns, and a distinctive Italian-French culinary culture set the scene. From guided explorations of Nice and its vibrant markets to scenic coastal drives visiting Èze, Monaco, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Antibes, and Cannes, each day balances cultural discovery with relaxed sophistication. Fully tailored and privately guided, this journey offers an authentic and immersive experience of Provence and the Côte d’Azur.
DAY 1 MARSEILLE & LUBERON
Arrival in Marseille | Transfer to the Provençal Countryside
Your journey will begin in Marseille, where your private English-speaking chauffeur will be waiting to welcome you. From the coast, you will travel inland toward the Luberon, watching the landscape gradually shift to olive groves, vineyards, and small farming villages that reflect everyday Provençal life.
If timing allows, we will suggest a relaxed gourmet stop along the way, perhaps a countryside auberge or village café where locals gather. Here, your first tastes of Provence may include seasonal vegetables, goat cheeses, local olive oil, and wines produced just a few kilometers away.
You will then continue to your boutique hotel in the Luberon, set among vineyards and orchards. The afternoon and evening will be yours to settle in as you wish, whether that means a short village stroll, time by the pool, or dinner at a handpicked restaurant we know for its honest cooking and welcoming atmosphere.
Tour in a nutshell: Private transfer. Overnight in a 4* boutique hotel in the heart of Luberon.
DAY 2 LUBERON
Hilltop Villages and Everyday Provençal Life
Today will be spent exploring the Luberon’s hilltop villages, traveling comfortably with your private chauffeur and without rushing from place to place. You will visit Gordes, where stone houses cling to the hillside, and Roussillon, shaped by centuries of ochre mining that still define its colors today.
Depending on your interests, you may also stop in villages such as Ménerbes or Lacoste, where bakeries, small shops, and artisan studios remain part of daily village life.
Lunch will be arranged at a village bistro we trust, one that cooks with the seasons and sources from nearby farms. Wines will come from neighboring appellations such as Ventoux or Luberon AOC, offering a clear sense of the region’s evolving wine culture. The afternoon will remain open, allowing time for markets, scenic pauses, or spontaneous discoveries.
Tour in a nutshell: Private chauffeured transfer to visit Luberon villages. Lunch with wine pairing. Overnight Luberon.
DAY 3 SAINT REMY
Les Baux-de-Provence & Saint-Rémy
This morning, you will head into the Alpilles, a rugged limestone landscape long shaped by olive growing and small-scale agriculture. In Les Baux-de-Provence, you will wander a fortified village whose dramatic setting once controlled key routes through the region.
You will then continue to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a lively market town where food culture remains closely tied to local producers. Lunch will be enjoyed at a well-known local address, where dishes highlight Alpilles olive oil, herbs, and seasonal ingredients, paired with regional wines.
The afternoon will be yours to enjoy Saint-Rémy at your own pace, browsing food shops, visiting galleries, or simply sitting in the shade of a village square, before returning to the Luberon.
Tour in a nutshell: Private chauffeur transfer visiting Alpilles. Local lunch with wine pairing. Overnight Luberon.
DAY 4 CHÀTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wineries & Avignon
You will travel north into the famed Rhône Valley, home to the legendary Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. Today’s focus will be on terroir and tradition, with privately arranged visits and tastings at carefully selected wineries. You will discover the region’s distinctive galets roulés soils, meet passionate winemakers, and taste robust Grenache-led wines alongside elegant whites. A gourmet lunch at a vineyard estate or nearby restaurant will be paired thoughtfully with Rhône Valley wines. In the afternoon, you will continue to Avignon, where a gentle exploration of the historic center will reveal the soaring Palais des Papes, medieval ramparts, and elegant public squares.
Tour in a nutshell: Private chauffeured transfer. Private visit & tastings at 2 prestigious wineries. Local lunch with wine pairing. Overnight Luberon.
DAY 5 LUBERON
Free Day in the Luberon
Today you will enjoy a full day at leisure to savor Provençal life on your terms. You might choose to relax at your hotel spa or pool, explore a local market filled with seasonal produce and olive oils, visit nearby villages, or partake in an optional cooking class, guided walk, or private wine tasting. We will be delighted to recommend the perfect lunch or dinner spot that reflects the authentic flavors of the region.
Tour in a nutshell: Free day in Luberon. Overnight Luberon.
DAY 6 AIX EN PROVENCE
From Provence to the Mediterranean
This morning your chauffeur will collect you for a scenic transfer toward the Mediterranean. En route, you will stop in Aix-en-Provence, a graceful university town known for its fountains, shaded boulevards, and café culture, as well as the artistic legacy of Paul Cézanne. You will have time to stroll the historic center and enjoy an informal gourmet lunch at a local bistro on the elegant Cours Mirabeau or in the old town. In the afternoon, your journey will continue south to the Côte d’Azur, where you will arrive in Nice and check into your boutique hotel overlooking the Mediterranean.
Tour in a nutshell: Private chauffeured transfer and tour of Aix-en-Provence. Delicious Dordogne lunch with wine. Overnight in a boutique 4* hotel in the heart of Nice.
DAY 7 NICE
Guided Tour of Nice
Today you will discover the unique Italian-French identity of Nice with your private guide. You will explore the vibrant Old Town (Vieux Nice), wander through the colorful Cours Saleya market, and admire historic landmarks and elegant squares. A leisurely stroll along the Promenade des Anglais will offer sweeping sea views and the rhythm of seaside life. Along the way, you will enjoy tastings of local Niçois specialties, such as socca and pissaladière,paired with regional wines, deepening your appreciation for this distinct culinary culture.
Tour in a nutshell: Private guided tour of Nice with local food tastings & wines. Overnight Nice.
DAY 8 EZE & MONACO
Èze & Monaco
Following the legendary Moyenne Corniche, you will travel with your private chauffeur along dramatic cliffside roads that frame the Mediterranean. First, a visit to Èze, a breathtaking medieval village perched high above the sea, where you will enjoy its exotic gardens and panoramic views. Then you will arrive in Monaco to explore Monte-Carlo’s harbor and historic quarters before venturing to the charming, less toured villages of Roquebrune and Menton. Along the way, a delicious lunch at an iconic Riviera brasserie will provide a chance to savor local flavors amid stunning coastal scenery.
Tour in a nutshell: Private chauffeured tour to Eze & Monaco. Local lunch. Overnight Nice.
DAY 9 SAINT-PAUL-DE-VENCE, ANTIBES & CANNES
Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Antibes & Cannes
Today will showcase three Riviera gems. In Saint-Paul-de-Vence, you will wander an enchanting hilltop village beloved by artists, with stone lanes echoing centuries of creativity. In Antibes, the old town and lively harbor will set the scene for a fresh seafood-focused lunch paired with local rosés. Later, in Cannes, you will stroll the elegant La Croisette, admire Belle Époque façades, and feel the cosmopolitan energy that defines this iconic seaside city.
Tour in a nutshell: Private chauffered transfer visiting Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Antibes & Cannes. Local lunch with wine pairing. Overnight Nice.
DAY 10 NICE
Free Day in Nice
A full day at leisure will allow you to enjoy Nice at your pace, whether that means shopping in chic boutiques, visiting world-class museums, lingering over café lunches, or soaking up sunshine on the beach. Optional excursions to nearby coastal towns can be arranged if you wish to extend your Riviera exploration.
Tour in a nutshell: Free day in Nice. Overnight Nice.
DAY 11 DEPARTURE NICE
Departure from Nice
Your time in southern France will conclude with a smooth private transfer to Nice Airport, where your chauffeur will deliver you for your departure flight, leaving you with evocative memories of Provençal villages, Rhône vineyards, and the luminous Mediterranean coast.
Tour in a nutshell: Chauffeured transfer to Nice airport.
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