Provence tour: Grasse, Gourdon, Saint-Paul de Vence with guide

Five Provençal villages in one day, from perfume to panoramas

A full-day guided tour of Provence visiting five hilltop villages and two producer sites: Grasse's perfume heritage, the Opio olive mill (France's third largest), Gourdon's Alpine-to-coast views, Tourettes-sur-Loup's violet market, and Saint-Paul de Vence's artist quarter. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned minibus transport included. Live guide in English, Spanish, French or German.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Saint-Paul de Vence1h
2. Gourdon2h

Explore Provence's villages and traditions

• Visit Opio olive factory
• Discover Grasse perfume secrets
• Tour Florian confectionery and taste sweets
• Photo stop at Tourettes-sur-Loup
• Admire panoramic views from Gourdon
• Explore Saint-Paul de Vence village
• Visit church painted by Matisse

The experience

Grasse anchors the route as the world's perfume capital, and the tour moves through its production heritage before heading to the Opio olive mill, the third biggest in France, where you see how oil is made. From there the day climbs to Gourdon, a village perched like an eagle's nest with views that stretch from the Alps down to the coast: a stop built around the panorama itself rather than a single attraction.

Tourettes-sur-Loup appears as a photo stop in the city of violets, then the route reaches Saint-Paul de Vence, the painter's village where artists and galleries fill the ramparts. The Florian confectionery, a century-old specialist in candied fruits and flower sweets, sits on the itinerary so you can watch the manufacture and taste without moderation. A chapel painted by Matisse stands nearby if you choose to enter (10€ per person, paid to the driver). The guide rides with you the whole day, offering live commentary in the language you book.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, or you can meet at a designated point. The minibus is air-conditioned and seats either eight, nineteen, or one passenger depending on which vehicle option you choose at checkout. The day runs eight hours, though traffic and timing can shift the schedule. Infants travel free with a specialized seat (10€ rental if needed), and all areas of the sites are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off or designated meeting point.
• air-conditioned minibus transport.
• driver and live guide commentary.
• entry to the Opio olive mill (10€ per person paid separately).
• access to Florian confectionery with tasting.
• driver's meal and toll fees.

Options for this experience

3 options

8 seaters mini vanUp to 8 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 08:30pickup is included

Berline volvo XC90Up to 4 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 08:30pickup is included

19 seaters maxi vanUp to 15 per booking · Guide in 4 languages · 08:30pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday and FridayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to1h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on site€ 20

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Smartour Riviera

Is this one for you?Choose the 8-seater or 19-seater if you're traveling with a group and want to share the cost. The Volvo berline suits a solo traveler or couple who prefer a private vehicle. The fixed eight-hour route means all five villages and both producer stops fit into one morning and afternoon without backtracking.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

What is the Opio olive mill and why is it on this tour?

The Opio olive mill is the third largest in France and sits on the route so you can see how olive oil is made. Entry is 10€ per person, paid directly to the driver.

Can I visit the Matisse chapel in Saint-Paul de Vence on this tour?

Yes, the Chapelle du Rosaire painted by Matisse is near Saint-Paul de Vence and can be visited for 10€ per person, paid to the driver at the time.

What are the panoramic views from Gourdon actually like?

Gourdon sits perched on a mountaintop and offers views stretching from the Alps inland all the way over the coast to the sea, making it the highest vantage point on the tour.

Does the tour include lunch or food?

No, food and drinks are not included. The Florian confectionery offers candied fruits and sweets to taste, but you'll need to arrange your own lunch during the eight-hour day.

How many people fit in each vehicle option?

You choose at checkout: the 8-seater mini van, the 19-seater maxi van, or the Volvo XC90 berline for smaller groups or solo travelers.