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The perfect combination of history, art, and luxury as you visit Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Grasse, Gourdon, and Cannes on a full-day private tour.
Your day begins with pick up directly at your cruise ship in Monaco Port of Call. Before the start of the tour, your guide will introduce you to the region and outline the different sites you will see on this full-day tour dedicated to some of the most renowned towns and villages of the French Riviera. This private tour is an ideal introduction if you have only a short time in the area.
Your private day trip starts in the village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the many perched villages in the Provençal hills. From its origins as a military stronghold, it has preserved its ramparts, guard walkways, cannons, and other historic features.
The village is also famous for the many celebrities, painters, and film-makers who have been drawn here by the light, calm, and sea views. Picasso, Matisse, Chagall, and Renoir are just a few of the artists who found inspiration in this small paradise.
You will have time to explore at your own pace, strolling through narrow, picturesque streets from the Royal Gate to the Southern Gate and admiring beautiful stone facades from the 16th and 17th centuries. The village is dotted with art galleries and charming little squares typical of southern French villages.
Your small-group tour then continues to the world-famous town of Grasse, known as the capital of perfume. Nestled on a slope in a natural amphitheatre at the foot of the Alps, Grasse is a global leader in the production of natural fragrances for the perfume industry and flavourings for food manufacturers.
Roses, jasmine, and other flowers, along with bitter orange blossom, are cultivated in the surrounding countryside and distilled into precious essences. Here, you will take part in a guided visit of a perfume factory to discover the secrets of perfume making, from raw materials to finished fragrances.
Next, head to the medieval village of Gourdon, perched on the edge of a rocky spur above the Loup River. The village is dotted with tiny shops and is also home to one of the region’s most famous traditional confectionery workshops.
After some free time to explore, your drive continues along the Loup River through peaceful countryside, offering beautiful viewpoints and photo opportunities.
Your next stop is Tourettes-sur-Loup, another picturesque hilltop village that seems to balance between two valleys. Known as the “village of violets,” it charms visitors with its stone houses and flower-decked lanes.
As you wander the narrow streets, you may wish to stop in one of the small artisan boutiques showcasing local arts and crafts that make this Provençal hinterland so prized by visitors from all over the world.
After your final village visit, you will head back toward Monaco and Monte Carlo. Your guide will drop you off at your cruise ship, bringing your full day of French Riviera landscapes, history, and fragrances to a relaxed close.
This experience is well suited to cruise passengers calling at Monaco who want to explore beyond the port on a private shore excursion. It is an appealing choice for private groups interested in French Riviera culture, artistic heritage, hilltop villages, perfume-making traditions, and Mediterranean scenery. Photography lovers will appreciate the Croisette in Cannes, the panoramic setting of Gourdon, and the stone lanes of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, while travelers drawn to local craftsmanship can enjoy the perfume-factory visit and artisan boutiques in Grasse and Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund. All our terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
All private shore excursions must clearly specify the name of the ship and the local port of call. Ophorus will not be held responsible if the wrong port of call has been notified during reservation process. Each customer has to check that he or she has the appropriate documents for their journey; a passport (with visa if necessary) or a valid ID card.
No refund will be granted in case of lack or loss of ID documents. Eating, drinking and smoking on board the minivans is strictly forbidden (law of September, 17th, 1977). All passengers are insured during the excursions while in the vans. The responsibility of Ophorus is limited to our insurance contract clauses.
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