Overview
A Taste of the South of France
Crush Wine Experiences
29 reviews
May 1 - 8, 2026
A Taste of the South of France
Nice, France
May 1 - 8, 2026
Crush Wine Experiences
29 reviews
$5,700
Deposit: $1,590
About your trip
An Adventure in Wine, Food, Culture & Coastal Beauty
Overview:
Discover the soul of southern France on this 8-day, 7-night small-group journey from the glamour of the French Riviera to the vineyards of Provence and the Rhône Valley. Begin in sun-drenched Nice, exploring its Old Town and Mediterranean coastline before visiting Cannes, Antibes, and the tranquil monastery vineyards of Île Saint-Honorat. Journey inland through the Var and Luberon, stopping in postcard-perfect villages and boutique wineries. In Aix-en-Provence, enjoy a hands-on Provençal cooking class with wine. Conclude in historic Avignon, touring the Palais des Papes and savoring iconic tastings in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. With curated experiences, exceptional meals, and hand-selected hotels, this is southern France—with joie de vivre.
What's included
Welcome Dinner
In the city of Nice
Lodging
Boutique hotels in Nice, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon
Ground Transportation
Local transportation each day on private luxury vehicle
Full-time Guide
Tour Manager for 8 days (fully-escorted tour and 24h assistance while on tour)
Meals
14 meals, including Welcome Dinner on Day 1 & Farwell Dinner on Day
Cooking Class
Hands-on class with a local chef, followed by lunch on site
Local Tours
Guided walking tours in Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Aix-en-Provence, Loumarin, and Avignon
Wine tastings
Vineyard visits and tastings
Boat excursion
Saint Honorat island experience, wine tasting and lunch on the water in Cannes
Charming towns
In Luberon
Hilltop Villages
Visit to Loumarin
Attractions
Tickets to Palais des Papes (Palace of Popes) in Avignon
Historic sites
Visit to Antibes
Le Pont D'Avignon
City tour including the famous bridge and Palais des Papes in Avignon
Farewell Dinner
In the city of Avignon
Chateauneuf du Pape
Day trip and winery visits in this iconic wine destaination
What's not included
Airfare
Flights to/from France
Travel Insurance
Highly recommended
Gratuities
For local guides and coach drivers
About your organizer
Crush Wine Experiences
29 reviews
Experience small group, multi-day tours off the beaten path. Our food, wine, and cultural excursions span the world's most interesting regions, and include an American wine host/Sommelier along with charismatic local guides.
