Provence Wine Tour from Nice: Small Group Vineyards & Tastings

Summary

Rosé, laughter and vineyard stories on a relaxed Provence day trip

You’ll join a small group day trip from Nice with an expert local guide, visiting three distinct Provence vineyards for generous tastings (reds, whites & lots of rosés). Meet passionate winemakers, share laughs over new flavors, and soak up landscapes that feel straight out of a painting. Expect honest moments — maybe even some spilled wine — and memories that linger long after you’re home.

What’s the experience like?

We rolled out of Nice just after the first coffee kicked in, windows down and that early Mediterranean breeze sneaking in. Our guide Erwan had this easy way about him — half storyteller, half friend who knows all the backroads. The drive itself felt like an appetizer: olive groves flashing by, sunlight flickering through cypress trees, and someone in the back humming along to old French pop on the radio. I kept thinking how different the air smelled here — sort of wild herbs and something sweet I couldn’t place.

The first vineyard (I think it was Chateau Saint Martin?) looked like it’d been painted onto the hills. We met one of the winemakers — she had hands stained with grape juice and a laugh that made everyone relax. She poured our first glass of rosé and tried to teach us how to swirl it “like a local.” I mostly spilled mine. There was this moment when we all went quiet, just tasting — pale pink wine, cool stone under my hand, sun warming my back. That’s stuck with me more than any fact about terroir or whatever.

Lunch wasn’t included but Erwan pointed out a bakery where we grabbed flaky tarts and sat under plane trees. The next two estates were totally different: one modern, one older than my country. At Domaine des Planes, I tried to pronounce “grenache” properly (Li laughed when I butchered it), and we ended up talking about family recipes with one of the cellar guys while he let us sample something “not usually for tours.” It’s funny how quickly you start feeling like you belong somewhere you’ve never been before.

By the last stop, nobody cared much about swirling technique — we just clinked glasses and took photos for each other against rows of vines. On the drive back to Nice, everyone was quieter but in that good way where you’re full but not just from food. I still think about that view over the valley at sunset; can’t really describe it right.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit three emblematic Provence estates

• Travel from Nice to Provence vineyards
• Visit Chateau Saint Martin estate
• Visit Chateau Font du Broc estate
• Visit Domaine des Planes estate
• Enjoy wine tasting of reds, whites, rosés
• Attend wine tasting Masterclass with expert
• Take photos in Provence landscape

Top questions

How many vineyards are visited on this Provence wine tour?

The tour visits three award-winning vineyards in Provence.

Is transportation included from Nice?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle transport is included from Nice for the day trip.

Are wine tastings included in the price?

Yes, tastings at each vineyard are included — around 15 different wines during the day.

Will we meet local winemakers during the tour?

Yes, you’ll meet winemakers at each estate as part of the experience.

Is lunch provided on this Provence wine tour?

No, lunch is not included but there are stops where you can purchase food locally.

How big is the group size for this tour?

The small group tour has a maximum of 8 people.

What types of wines will we taste?

You’ll taste reds, whites and several styles of rosé unique to Provence.

Is this tour suitable for children?

This wine tour is not suitable for young children.

Are there options for public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near pickup/drop-off points in Nice.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup in Nice by air-conditioned vehicle with your expert local guide leading visits to three selected Provence vineyards. At each estate you’ll enjoy guided tastings (about 15 wines total) with time to chat with winemakers and explore their cellars before returning to Nice in the evening.