South of France Driving Tour - 4 Days

South of France and Provence Driving Tour

When it comes to sunshine destinations, they don’t come more exclusive than the Cote D`Azur.  Our South of France & Luberon Valley short tour takes in the most beautiful regions of this amazing part of France. This 3-night trip starts in the glitzy seaside resort of Cannes and includes 2 full days of driving in the car.  From here, you will head away from the coast into the deserted National Park Verdon, along sweeping gorges and crossing small mountain passes.  You will stop by at several charming villages dating back to Medieval times, before heading into one of the most scenic areas of France, the Luberon Valley.  Spend an evening in the heart of the sweeping hills and vineyards of Southern Provence, before heading back down to the coast, on what is probably the greatest driving road in France, Route Napoleon.

Spend your final evening in Cannes, taking in the small ports, fine food, and shopping, as well of course as taking a stroll along the famous Croisette, the most famous seaside promenade in Europe.  If you prefer to finish the tour in Monto Carlo, rather than Cannes, this is also possible.  You would make the final night staying at the Fairmont Monte Carlo.  For this option, please add  250EUR on all packages, due to the slightly higher hotel rates, and the drive in the car which is 50KM longer.

NOTE: This holiday is subject to certain high season supplements, in particular travelling July / August due to the higher rates in these months.

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Driving Holiday in the South of France

Day 1 - Arrive Cannes, explore the port & old town

Take a transfer from Nice airport to (Cannes 25min by taxi). Later in the afternoon stroll along Rue d'Antibes, the main shopping drag, then down to the delightful promenade, where we suggest you dine. Alternatively, walk further along the promenade and around to Cannes harbor where there are several delightful fish restaurants to choose from.

Overnight: 5* Superior Five Seas Hotel, Cannes
Room type: Classic Room

Day 2 - Through the Alps Maritimes to Provence

Your first scenic tour starts with a run along the coast from Cannes, through the fashionable seaside town of Juan-les-Pins, then round to the Port of Antibes, where you will stop for morning coffees. Next, head up up into the Alps Maritimes, crossing the beautiful Col de Vence, and driving along Route de Gentelly, then up to Chateau de Taulane, the highest golf course in the south of France for lunch. After, continue through the National Parc Verdon, and along the northern side of Gorges Verdon (the French Grand Canyon), then into Provence / Luberon Valley for the evening.

Overnight: 4* Superior Hotel Bastide Saint George
Room Type: Double Room

Day 3 - Loop of the Luberon Valley, then Route Napoleon and Parc Verdon back to Cannes

The second tour starts with a run to the tranquil windmill Montfuron in Provence, before heading to the region of Valensole, famous for the lavender fields of Provence.

The drive then continues up to the hilltop town of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, stopping for lunch at the Alain Ducasse restaurant La Bastide de Moustiers. You will now head back along the Gorges Verdon, this time following the southern route.

The tour continues with a run along the sweeping Route Napoleon, possibly the greatest “drivers” road in France, before heading back up to the village of Gourdon, recognised as one of the Top 5 most beautiful villages in France, where you can wander around the old cobbled streets - visit over, continue down to the coast and follow the coast along to Cannes for your final evening.

Overnight: 5* Superior Five Seas Hotel, Cannes
Room type: Classic Room

Day 4 – At Leisure in Cannes 

Spend a final evening by the coast, enjoying this most jet set of seaside destinations 

NOTE: With this particular tour, some high season hotel supplements can apply in July/August, and where there are major events running

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