Provence Wine Tours

As a leading specialist organiser of Provence wine tours with 20 years of experience, we offer a huge selection of  tours to suit all tastes and budgets! We can arrange your travel, accommodation and Provence wine tours for you, and all you will need to do is turn up on the day and enjoy the wine!

Sun, sea and fabulous wines – what more could a wine lover want in a holiday destination?

Our tours range from Hidden Gems based at the most characterful and charming hotels in the Provence region, to Exclusive Tours which offer the ultimate luxury with 5-star accommodation and private tours, or Essential Tours which give a great introduction to the region. We also propose tours which combine wine with something more such as Provence Wine and Beach and Wine and Lavender.

Our friendly team would love to hear from you on +44 (0) 1920 46 86 66 or at info@grapeescapes.net to discuss your requirements and suggest suitable packages, however we have listed below some of our favourite Provence wine tours, which are also available to book online.

If you can’t find what you are looking for on our web site, we would be thrilled to put together a tailor-made itinerary for you. Just get in touch!

Ventoux

Just south of the Southern Rhone, Ventoux neighbours Avignon on the eastern side. This is the destination if you’re looking for rugged mountains and the picturesque Luberon. The region’s famous 1,912-metre-high Mont Ventoux may be best known by cycling enthusiasts as one of the most gruelling stages of the legendary Tour de France, but year-round, this region has much to offer those who like to keep themselves active.

At its foot, the vineyards of the AOC Ventoux region spread throughout the regional national parks of Ventoux and the Luberon. And there is one more thing Ventoux is particularly famous for: its wind! Its cooler climate contributes to fresh and balanced wines.

If you’d like to visit Ventoux, get in touch and we can put together a customised tour for you.

Alpilles

Just south of Avignon, on the western edge of Provence, the Alpilles is a picturesque region and is best geared towards those who like the great outdoors – it’s classified as a nature reserve. You can expect mountainous countryside, pretty villages, and panoramic views wherever you go.

In the Alpilles, explore our luxury packages based in the beautiful villages of Les-Baux-de-Provence and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, known for inspiring renowned French authors Alphonse Daudet and Frédéric Mistral, as well as the one and only artist Vincent Van Gogh. Wander down cobbled streets, pop into quaint shops, and soak up the Provencal atmosphere on market day. If you’re looking to slow down and unwind, stay at Domaine de Manville: an idyllic retreat that also boasts golf, hiking, gastronomy and wine tasting on site.

Aix-en-Provence

Bustling, vibrant, and yet utterly relaxed university town, Aix-en-Provence has long held the crown as the face of Provence. It’s the birthplace of impressionist painter Paul Cézanne, and boasts Provençal markets, beautiful architecture, and plenty going on without it feeling like a big city.

We have a whole range of tours based in Aix-en-Provence: Essential Aix-en-Provence offers the perfect introduction to the region, with small group tours and tastings in the surrounding vineyards, an evening food tour and 4-star accommodation. Exclusive Aix-en-Provence brings out the best of a luxury escape to the region – with a private wine workshop and Michelin-starred dining.

Exclusive Villa La Coste is based outside of the city centre at legendary wine estate Chateau La Coste, which is also home to its own Michelin-starred restaurant and contemporary art collection. Provence Wine and Lavender is a quintessential Provençal experience. Based in Aix-en-Provence, it’s designed for lavender season: offering the perfect combination of this iconic time of year with Provence’s famed wines.

Marseille

Provence’s largest city, and France’s oldest city, Marseille has been a major player in trade and immigration since its foundation by the Greeks in approximately 600 BC. A cultural melting pot, Marseille is known for its excellent food and fascinating multi-culturalism.

With the breathtaking Calanques just next door, no trip to Marseille would be complete without sailing out into this national park to see the rugged mountains framed against azure blue water.

Our Essential Marseille tour includes a sunset food tour to taste the best of the city, some time exploring the Provence vineyards from Aix-en-Provence (easily connected by train) and the Exclusive Marseille is based at the stunning 5* InterContinental Marseille and includes private tours and tastings with free time to explore the city.

Bandol and Cassis

Bandol and Cassis are neighbouring villages on the coast just a stone’s throw from Marseille, and not only do they offer a quintessential Provençal experience, but they are also renowned wine regions in their own right.

For those who prefer rich Mourvèdre reds with notes of blackberry and dark chocolate, as well as strong gastronomic rosés, Bandol is the place for you, and it also boasts beautiful beaches – so best if you’re picturing yourself reclining on the beach with a glass of wine in hand for your Provence holiday (Provence Wine and Beach could be the one for you). Bandol and Spa also maximises on the relaxation, complete with a healthy dose of good wines and vineyards to taste and explore too.

Cassis is a quaint fishing village with a beautiful port lined with colourful buildings, and promises a lively, authentic experience.

Exclusive Bandol and Cassis takes in the best of both with two full-day tours in the Bandol and Cassis appellations, 5* accommodation and a triple Michelin-starred tasting dinner with wine pairings.

Eastern Provence

This part of Provence is the largest, and home to many of the region’s most famous names that come to mind when one thinks of the wines here. Think: Whispering Angel (explore Exclusive Provence Rosé if this is one of your favourites).

Distances are vast here, and it’s more of a remote region spanning more than 20,000 hectares and bordering with the Cote d’Azur. You might be prepared to spend a little longer travelling to get to the wineries which are scattered around, but of course the delicious, world-famous rosé wines make it all worth it.

The Hidden Gem Chateau de Berne is based at one of our favourite 5* hotels in the region, with Provence wine tastings and Michelin-starred dining.

If you’re looking to travel to Nice, Cannes, Saint-Tropez or Saint-Raphael, take a look at our tours in the Cote d’Azur. It is possible to visit the Provence vineyards from these regions, but you may need to prepare for slightly longer distances to get there.

Tailor-Made Provence Wine Tours

In the event that the above-mentioned tours do not match your requirements, our specialists would be delighted to create a bespoke itinerary that is tailored to your exact needs and budget. We have created a great number of Provence wine tours for individuals, groups and businesses over the last 20 years and our knowledge and reputation in the region is unrivalled.

Group and Corporate Provence wine Tours

If you are travelling as a group and would like an unforgettable wine holiday without the hassle of organising it, then why not let us help? At Grape Escapes, we specialise in creating the ideal tour to match your group’s requirements and budget. See our groups section for detailed information and some sample itineraries.

We also have vast experience in arranging corporate events, including conferences, incentives and prizes, team building, corporate hospitality, product launches and gifts. These trips are always tailored specifically, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your requirements. See our corporate section for plenty of inspiration.