France · Art & Craft

Glass Blowers, Art Galleries and Medieval Villages Private Tour

5 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Nice. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the famous glassblowing factory in Biot
  • 02 Explore the preserved medieval village of Biot
  • 03 Enjoy free time in Cagnes-sur-Mer, a village loved by Renoir
  • 04 Take in breathtaking views over the Riviera
  • 05 Discover Saint-Paul-de-Vence, known as the jewel of Provence
  • 06 Browse the art galleries of one of southern France’s most iconic villages
  • 07 Travel with a private driver/guide in a comfortable vehicle
  • 08 Pickup and drop-off in Nice included

Discover a more artistic and authentic side of the French Riviera on this private half-day tour through Biot, Cagnes-sur-Mer, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Visit the famous glassblowing factory in Biot to learn the secrets behind its distinctive bubble-filled glass, then wander through charming medieval streets and hilltop villages full of character.

Along the way, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace, take in sweeping Riviera views, and soak up the creative atmosphere that inspired artists such as Renoir, Matisse, Chagall, and Picasso. With private transport and pickup in Nice included, this experience offers a relaxed and personalized way to explore Provence’s cultural gems.

Visit the famous glassblowing factory in Biot to learn the secrets behind its distinctive bubble-filled glass, then wander through charming medieval streets and hilltop villages full of character.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Nice, Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Languages English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

You will start your excursion with the glassblowing village called Biot. You will discover the secrets of the famous glass of Biot, known for being the glass with bubbles inside with the visit to the factory of the best glass blowers (visit included)Visit the preserved medieval village of Biot, stroll through the streets and travel into the past!Then enjoy the small medieval village of Cagnes sur Mer, one of the last villages on the French Riviera known only by locals. It is this village that the famous painter Renoir fell in love with. Free time to visit the village or visit the Renoir museum.Visit the village or the museum. From the village observe the breathtaking view of the riviera. This village unknown to tourists will make you feel like locals!Set off to discover the village of Saint Paul de Vence, also called the jewel of Provence, the typical village in the south of France, famous for its art galleries where the most famous painters went there for the light, the sky and the well of inspiration they have. Artists like Matisse, Chagal, Picasso were all in this village, now it’s your turn !

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Nice. 2 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private Driver/Guide for the full day
  • Accomodation pickup and drop-off
  • Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle
  • Visit of the glass blowers factory

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees to museum

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
  • Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
  • You will meet your driver/guide at your accomodation or the address of your choice in Nice

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Nice.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Nice.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Nice..

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