South of France: The Nice Life along the French Riviera

Nice - Marseille

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With the opulence of Nice, the style of Marseille, and the natural sparkle of the Mediterranean, for generations the South of France has been a playground for aristocrats, artists, and everyone in between. The history and culture, the food and wine, the glitz and glamour, the French Riviera is more than a destination rather a lifestyle for you to experience.

  • 7 days

  • 8 - 24 spots

  • Double occupancy in 3-star hotels (single rooms available)

  • 6 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners

  • TrovaTrip will provide 3 transfers from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) , between 9 AM and 5 PM

  • TrovaTrip will provide 2 transfers to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) on the last day

Activities Included

  • Marseille Walking Tour
  • Pastis Distillery Tour and Tasting
  • Pétanque Apertif
  • Provencal Cooking Class
  • Calanques National Park Tour and Hike
  • Bormes Les Mimosas Village Visit
  • St. Tropez Boat Tour
  • Nice Walking Foodie Tour
  • Chateau St. Roux Vineyard Tour & Tasting

Other Inclusions

  • Double occupancy in 3-star hotels
  • Local guide throughout trip
  • All city transfers
  • Arrival airport transfer (until 6pm on first day)
  • Departure airport transfer (morning of last day)

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Food and alcohol (except as noted)
  • Visas and travel insurance
  • Airport transfers outside of designated times

Itinerary

Day 1

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Day 1

Welcome to France! Settle in and get ready for an incredible trip.

transfer

30 MIN

Airport Transfer

meal

dinner

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

accommodation

Hôtel Carré Vieux Port Marseille

Overnight in Marseille.

Day 2

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Day 2

Your first full day in the South of France will begin of a walking tour of Marseille, continue with a Pastis Distillery Tour and Tasting, a game of pétanque with an apertif, and conclude with a Provencal cooking class with dinner.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

3 HOURS

Marseille Walking Tour

After breakfast, spend the day exploring Marseille on foot. Explore the Vieux Port, the historic Le Panier quarter and its art scene.

activity

1 HOUR

Pastis Distillery Tour and Tasting

You will have a guided tour and tasting at a local Pastis distillery, the go-to drink in the South of France. Made from plants and spices that have been picked, macerated, and distilled, no trip to the South of France is complete without a Pastis apertif!

activity

2 HOURS

Pétanque Apertif

The pillars of the French Riviera lifestyle very well might be the apertif and pétanque. You will go the Maison de la Boule and learn about the French pastime, have a friendly match of pétanque, followed by an apertif of rosé, pastis, and snacks.

activity

4 HOURS

Provencal Cooking Class

Tonight you will join a local chef in their kitchen and learn how to prepare typical Provencal dishes. At the end, you will enjoy your dinner with the group.

meal

dinner

Dinner is included with the Provencal cooking class.

accommodation

Hôtel Carré Vieux Port Marseille

Overnight in Marseille.

Day 3

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Day 3

Today you will explore the natural beauty of the South of France with a half day tour and hike of Calanques National Park.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

4 HOURS

Calanques National Park Tour and Hike

You will head eastwards on one of the most beautiful coast roads in France for a 1/2 day excursion to Calanques National Park. You will hike and discover the Calanques of Saint Jean de Dieu and Sugiton and find breathtaking panoramic views and hidden coves.

accommodation

Hôtel Carré Vieux Port Marseille

Overnight in Marseille.

Day 4

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Day 4

Today you will leave Marseille and explore further along the French Riviera with a visit to the charming village of Bormes Les Mimosas before hopping on a boat tour of St. Tropez. Upon arrival in Nice, you will have a food walking tour of Nice.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

1 HOUR 30 MIN

Bormes Les Mimosas Village Visit

Your first stop enroute to Nice is the charming village of Bormes Les Mimosas. Here you will have free time to stroll around the postcard town and take photos and relax.

activity

1 HOUR

St. Tropez Boat Tour

You will continue to the crown jewel of the French Riviera, St. Tropez. Upon arrival you will have leisure time to explore the boutiques of its famous harbor before boarding a boat for a 1 hour tour.

activity

3 HOURS

Nice Walking Foodie Tour

What better way to discover a city than through its cuisine? You will join a local guide who will take you on a trip of the city's local history and culture through its gastronomy.

accommodation

Hôtel Vendome

Overnight in Nice.

Day 5

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Day 5

Today you will head to Chateau St. Roux, a traditional vineyard for a tour and wine tasting with local snacks.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

1 HOUR 30 MIN

Chateau St. Roux Vineyard Tour & Tasting

Today is a discovery of the local terroir of the Chateau St. Roux vineyard, including a guided visit of winery to learn all about winemaking. The workshop ends with tasting of 3 wines paired with goat cheese and old-fashioned country bread.

accommodation

Hôtel Vendome

Overnight in Nice.

Day 6

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Day 6

You will have your last full day in Nice to relax on the beach and do any last minute shopping. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

meal

dinner

Meet your fellow travelers for an included farewell dinner!

accommodation

Hôtel Vendome

Overnight in Nice.

Day 7

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Day 7

All good things must come to an end! You'll transfer to the airport and bid farewell for now.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

transfer

1 HOUR

Airport Transfer

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