Full-Day 3 Village Tour of Provence: Splendid & Secret
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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An incredible tour which starts at a near by, little known medieval village full of history, Napoleon and charm. We follow an ancient road through the mighty Gorges of Olllioules to our next destination, Le Castellet.
Immediately we are surrounded by the famous vineyards of Bandol wine appellation, and, as if we are in a road trip movie, we zig zag through typical bright Provencal country side. We do an obligatory stop to sample some of these great wines, while learning and understanding what makes the grape varieties here so special.
We carry on to Le Castellet and its famous castle where we will visit esoteric shops, winding streets, and have a 360 degree view of vineyards, mountains, and the sea. An incredible location at the heart of the Var district of Provence.
After we had lunch we will carry on to probably the most beautiful and authentic ports in all of Provence, the celebrated Sanary-sur-mer.
For groups of 4+, you can double book and I will arrange for a 1-2 VIP vans.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Ollioules
The medieval village is listed as one of "The Most Beautiful Bypasses of France". Ollioules welcomes us at the foot of its feudal castle and invites us to discover, over streams and fountains, more than thirty arts and craft shops, and a colorful and thriving farmer's market on Thursdays and Saturdays. We will roam the alleyways in the medieval district, look at the ancient houses and tell stories. Climb to the castle at the foot of the "Big Brain" ridge, tell what happened here, and look out over the village and mesmerizing Mediterranean sea.
Maison des Vins de Bandol
Wine tastings of the famous Bandol appellation. What makes this wine so special? And why can its grape variety can only be grown here?
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Full-Day 3 Village Tour of Provence: Splendid & Secret
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Wine tastings
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Bottled water
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tour was changed a little...
Ellen M,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour was changed a little to accommodate one member of our group in a wheelchair. Dan was WONDERFUL!!!
Toulon walking and driving tour
Kathleen C,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We scheduled this tour with Sarit based on reviews and the areas she covered. We made some modifications to the original booking, but everything worked out great and we enjoyed our tour with her. I recommend Sarit if you visit Toulon.
Excellent Experience
Carol B,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide.. Communicated clearly. Very sensitive to individual needs. Showed us areas we never wld have known about.
WOW, what an amazing shore excursion (from Toulon)
PattyinVA,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were in Toulon on a cruise ship and had the most delightful tour with our guide, Sarit. It was private, just my husband and I, so we could take our time to enjoy each location. First we visited Sanary Sur Mer, and it was so charming. Sarit took us there first so we could enjoy the local "farmers" market. I could have spent all day there, she showed us many great local shops and helped us find local treats. Next we went to Castellet for some great shopping and Crepes at a cute cafe. Sarit was wonderful sharing history and information as we went along. We ended the tour with Evenos (hilltop, think "heaven") with amazing views. I loved our day with Sarit, and I highly recommend this tour, you will have so many wonderful memories and colorful photos.
Wonderful Excursion
Kathryn K,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Sarit, was friendly and knowledgeable! We say many out of the way sites and went wine tasting. We highly recommend!
Even for an experienced visitor to Provence a great experience
790gillesb,Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was on time and gave us at home pickup which was most appreciated The tour was exactly as advertised but the delivery was so much more! There was lots of content that made it most interesting and the tour was adapted to take into account our past experience Definitely a added value plus experience
A learning experience and not as touristy as expected
Michelle M,Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Savit was excellent in explaining the history of Toulon and the villages we visited. She was very caring and checked on my husband several times. The restaurant we had lunch in was great and authentic French.
Special day in Provence
Regina H,Sep 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent walking tour of three very unique and different towns in Provence. Sarit is very knowledgeable about all aspects of the area, the history, relevance, architecture, land and culture. She is extremely flexible and wants to make sure you see what you are most interested in. Not only did we spend time in each village, we did a wine tasting and had a unique lunch. Can't say enough about her expertise and graciousness. Take the time to do this tour! It is well worth it!!
Provence in a rush!
MichaelL S,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Sarit was an excellent guide. The villages in Provence were charming and only disappointed that we didn’t have more time to investigate. Sarit was very flexible and exhibited compassion and tolerance for our small group of varying interests
Unforgettable One-of-A-Kind Experience!
190merrills,Sep 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I booked this extraordinary tour before our cruise on The World Traveller - what an experience!! Sarit was a perfect host and guide to an area she has lived in a long time. And…it was obvious how much she loves it! She was there to pick us up at the port and personally take us to her favorite out- of- the way local spots. She is well- versed in the history of these cultural gems and speaks several languages, but we were happy to discover that her native tongue is English. She went at the pace we were comfortable with and was happy to let us take our time in fabulous little shops. The village of Oullioules, Le Castellet, and Sanary- sur-Mar were the perfect combination of villages to visit and make us crave returning in the future. We had a delicious lunch at a restaurant with a literally mind- blowing amount of crepe choices and lovely wines, too! We will seek Sarit out for our next visit! —-Allison and Merrill from Texas
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