After landing and checking into your hotel, enjoy a gentle orientation walk through Place Masséna, then browse the colorful stalls at Cours Saleya Market for fresh Provençal produce and flowers-perfect for a picnic later. Pause for a coffee and a light socca snack at Restaurant Chez Pipo or a nearby café, then return to your hotel to relax and unpack before the afternoon's explorations.
Take a relaxed stroll up to the hill of Colline du Château for panoramic views over the Baie des Anges, then wander down through the shaded park paths to the pebbled Plage Beau Rivage for a sun-soaked rest by the water. Finish the afternoon with an aperitif on the terrace of Le Plongeoir or a casual seafood tasting at Chez Acchiardo before returning to your hotel to freshen up for the evening.
As twilight falls, wander the elegant streets toward Rue Bonaparte and enjoy a relaxed aperitif on the shaded terrace of La Rotonde, watching locals drift by. Continue with a romantic riverside promenade along the Paillon Gardens fountains, then cap the night with a memorable dinner of Niçois specialties and fresh seafood at Pepe Nero, a cozy spot perfect for toasting your first night in Provence.
Start your morning with a small-group guided walk through the winding lanes of Vieux Nice, stopping to sample freshly made olives and artisan cheese at Maison Auer and to admire the baroque chapel of Chapelle de la Miséricorde. Continue to the lively Place Rossetti for a pastel croissant and espresso at a terrace café, then join a local guide for a storytelling tour that reveals hidden courtyards, centuries-old shutters, and the mustard shops lining Rue Pairolière before a light mid-morning break at a neighborhood patisserie.
After your guided morning, linger over a leisurely lunch at La Merenda, tasting classic Niçoise dishes in an intimate setting, then wander toward the waterfront for a gentle promenade along Promenade du Paillon's lawns before reaching the seaside. Continue with a private tasting at Olive & Olive Oil Boutique to sample local oils and tapenades, followed by a late-afternoon sail from Port Lympia for a short coastal cruise that offers a different view of Nice's limestone cliffs and Belle Époque façades.
As the sun softens, head to Place Garibaldi to enjoy an aperitif on its lively square terraces while watching the golden light hit the ochre façades, then slip into the intimate wine bar Le Bistrot d'Antoine for a tasting of regional rosés and Provençal small plates. Afterward, take a twilight stroll along the palm-lined Promenade des Anglais toward the modern Nicetoile area, pausing for gelato at Fenocchio before finishing with a candlelit dinner of refined Mediterranean cuisine at Bistrot du Port, where harbor views and fresh seafood make for a romantic end to the day.
Kick off the day with a sunrise ride east along the corniche to the serene cove of Plage de la Darse, where you can park your mopeds and stroll the waterfront cafés before boarding a short local ferry for a scenic hop to Villefranche-sur-Mer. Explore the pastel harbor on foot, sampling fresh crusty baguette and socca at Boulangerie Pâtisserie Moya, then follow the seaside path up to the secluded viewpoint at Fort du Mont Alban for sweeping views back toward Nice and the Cap-Ferrat peninsula.
After your morning ferry and harbor stroll, continue your moped adventure along the coastal corniche to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and park near Paloma Beach for a lazy afternoon swim or sunbathing on the sheltered pebble shore. Wander the elegant villa-lined paths to Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild Gardens, savor a light lunch of Provençal seafood at the garden café, then take a short guided kayak tour from Port de la Darse to explore hidden coves and snorkel crystal waters before an aperitif at the waterfront La Table du Royal.
As the sun dips, ride back toward Nice and pull off at Cap Ferrat Lighthouse for a golden-hour walk along the headland, then settle at the cliffside terrace of Paloma Beach Club's bar for a chilled rosé and light tapas while watching the yachts drift by. Later, return to town for a riverside aperitif at Le Canon, followed by a cozy dinner of grilled fish and Provençal vegetables at the intimate bistro La Merenda du Port, where soft lighting and local wine make for a romantic close to your coastal day.
Catch an early TER or private transfer to Antibes and begin with a stroll through the lively stalls of Marché Provençal to taste sun-ripe heirloom tomatoes, charcuterie, and a freshly pressed orange juice for the road. Wander the cobbled streets toward the sea to visit Musée Picasso housed in the Château Grimaldi, then pause at Plage de la Gravette for a gentle swim or a sunbed break before a seaside brunch at Le Figuier de Saint-Esprit overlooking the harbor.
After your morning exploration, wander up to the historic ramparts and enjoy panoramic sea views from Bastion Saint-André, then descend into the shaded lanes to discover artisanal shops and a relaxed seaside café lunch at Le Zinc where you can savor grilled sardines and a chilled rosé. Spend a lazy late-afternoon on the sand at Plage de la Salis, renting a lounger or taking a refreshing swim, and finish with a sunset aperitif at the waterfront terrace of Les Vieux Murs, watching fishing boats drift home before returning to Nice.
As twilight settles, wander the narrow lanes of the old quarter to discover Place Nationale, then enjoy a relaxed aperitif on the terrace of Le Vauban overlooking the harbor while watching fishing boats glide past. For dinner, savor Provençal specialties and fresh seafood at Le Figuier, a romantic restaurant tucked behind ivy-clad walls, and finish the night with a moonlit stroll along the softly lit promenade of Quai des Milliardaires before returning to Nice.
Depart Nice early and drive through sunflower-speckled hills to the perched village of Gordes for a morning stroll among limestone lanes and a coffee on the terrace of Le Fournil while admiring hilltop views. Continue to the nearby hill village of Roussillon to walk the ochre trail of the Sentier des Ocres, then visit Domaine de la Citadelle for a cellar tour and a tasting of their signature rosé and Grenache while learning about local biodynamic practices.
After exploring Gordes and Roussillon in the morning, enjoy a leisurely lunch in the shaded square of Ménerbes at La Petite Maison, then wander to the nearby Domaine des Aires for a guided cellar tour and a tasting of their aged Mourvèdre and fragrant Cinsault. Continue to Oppède-le-Vieux for a gentle walk through its ruined hilltop lanes before a late-afternoon tasting at Château Pesquie, where a sommelier-led dégustation showcases organic Grenache and a panoramic sunset view over lavender fields-perfect for a romantic toast.
As the light softens, unwind with an intimate vineyard dinner at Domaine de la Verrière, savoring a multi-course pairing of local goat cheeses, duck confit and their signature rosé on a terrace overlooking vine rows. After dinner, take a quiet stroll through the hilltop lanes of Lacoste to admire the illuminated château ruins and cap the night with a nightcap at Le Bistrot du Château, where local vignerons often drop by for relaxed conversation and recommendations for the next day's tastings.
After a scenic morning transfer from Nice, begin by wandering the shaded arcades to the lively stalls of Cours Mirabeau Market to taste warm fougasse, local olives and a pressed orange while watching Aix residents start their day. Continue with a guided tasting at Maison du Calisson to learn about the town's sweet almond specialty, then duck into the frescoed courtyard of Hôtel de Caumont for a coffee and the museum's tranquil gardens before checking into your hotel and settling in for the afternoon.
After checking into your hotel, wander the lesser-known lanes toward Place des Quatre-Dauphins and linger at Marché aux Fleurs et aux Produits Locaux to pick up picnic supplies-artisan chèvre, tapenade and a chilled bottle of local rosé. Then join a short guided tasting at La Fromagerie du Passage before settling on a shaded terrace at Café du Palais for people-watching; finish with a gentle stroll through the tree-lined Cours Mirabeau to admire the fountains as the light softens, setting a relaxed tone for your evening in Aix.
As twilight settles, wander the elegant lanes to Place d'Albertas for an aperitif on its shaded terrace, then follow locals to Les Arcenaulx wine bar for a tasting flight of Coteaux d'Aix rosés paired with small Provençal tapas. Finish the night with a leisurely dinner at La Table du Bon Roi René, savoring slow-cooked lamb and seasonal vegetables while enjoying live piano in the dining room-a gentle, romantic close that flows naturally from your market-filled afternoon.
Begin with a small-group guided tasting that threads through Aix's morning rhythms-start at Marché des Prêcheurs to sample warm fougasse and local olives before the guide leads you to La Maison du Miel for a honey tasting that highlights regional flora. Continue with a stop at L'Épicerie Provençale to taste tapenades and artisanal charcuterie, then finish the stroll with a seated wine pairing of Coteaux d'Aix whites and rosés at Cave Saint-Michel, where the sommelier explains local terroir and grape varieties in an intimate cellar setting.
After your morning tastings, join a local culinary guide for a relaxed afternoon that explores hidden courtyards and neighborhood producers: sample charcuterie and seasonal tartlets at Le Marché des Cardeurs, sip chilled rosé during a guided tasting at Cave Saint-Jean while learning about Coteaux d'Aix vineyards, then enjoy a light lunch of regional salads and grilled vegetables at the sunlit terrace of La Petite Cézanne. Finish with a leisurely stroll to Place d'Albertas to share a coffee and a pastry at Pâtisserie Béchard, letting the mellow atmosphere and fountain views set a romantic, languid tone before an evening of wine and small plates.
As dusk falls, wander toward the lively terrace scene at Place Richelme for an aperitif of local rosé and a plate of marinated anchovies, then follow your guide to the intimate natural-wine bar Le Vin Troubadour for a shared tasting of small-production reds and unusual Provençal cuvées paired with house-made tapenades. Finish with a romantic dinner at the cozy bistro La Fromagerie des Arts, where a chef-selected cheese course and slow-roasted Provençal vegetables-paired with a recommended Coteaux d'Aix bottle-close the day on a relaxed, flavorful note.
Drive from Aix toward Cassis via the scenic A52, stopping for a fragrant coffee and almond pastry at Boulangerie Patisserie Chez Sylvain in La Ciotat before continuing along the coast; upon arrival in Cassis, park near Port de Cassis and join a small-group morning boat departure to explore the dramatic calanques, with guided narration about the limestone coves and sea caves. After the boat returns, stretch your legs on the coastal footpath to Plage du Bestouan for a relaxed swim and a light seafood lunch at the beachfront Restaurant Le Grand Large, setting a sun-kissed, seaside tone for your afternoon beach time and harbor-side wandering.
After your morning calanques cruise and a dip at Plage du Bestouan, stroll the harbor-front toward the colorful fishmarket and pause for a late afternoon tasting flight of Bandol and Cassis wines at La Maison du Vin de Cassis, where a sommelier will pair local blanc with fresh oysters. Continue with a relaxed walk up to the panoramic lookout at Cap Canaille-the highest sea cliff in France-for golden-hour views, then descend to enjoy a sunset aperitif and Provençal small plates on the terrace of Le Grand Bleu overlooking the cove, setting a serene, romantic close to your seaside day.
After a sun-drenched afternoon, wander the narrow lanes toward Rue Saint-Pierre and stop for a chilled kir royale on the shaded terrace of Le Bistrot du Port while watching fishing boats bob in the inlet. For dinner, savor a seafood-centric feast at Chez Gilbert-order the bouillabaisse for two-and finish the night with a moonlit stroll along the quieter stretch of Promenade Anatole France, pausing for a nightcap at Bar de la Marine where local vintners sometimes mingle with guests.
Ease into a sunlit morning with a slow breakfast of fresh pastries and café au lait at Pâtisserie Chez Mireille, then wander to the quieter pebbled cove of Plage de la Ciotat (reachable by a short ferry or scenic walk) for a gentle swim and snorkeling among clear shallows. After rinsing off, stroll up to Le Petit Prince for a light seafood mezzé on the terrace, followed by a lazy coastal walk toward the botanical nook of Parc du Mugel where shaded paths and pine-scented breezes provide a perfect mid-morning pause before lunch.
Wander up the sheltered cove of Plage de la Grande Mer for a lazy sunbathe and rent a paddleboard from Cassis Paddle to quietly explore the rocky shoreline and hidden grottos. After drying off, amble through the village to Marché de Cassis for a light market picnic-local pani bagnat, cured olives and a chilled bottle of Cassis AOC blanc-then settle on the shaded terrace of Le Môle Passedat for an aperitif while watching the late-afternoon fishing boats return to port.
As daylight softens, head to Plage de l'Arène, a quieter pebble stretch favored by locals, for a romantic swim or to rent a private two-person paddleboat and glide close to the limestone cliffs. Later, wander up the quay to Le Relais des Goudes for an aperitif of chilled Cassis blanc paired with freshly shucked oysters, then settle in for a candlelit dinner at La Villa Madie-reserve a table on the terrace for their seafood tasting menu-and finish the night with a digestif at Bar Le Nautic, where the harbor lights and gentle waves make for a perfect, peaceful end to your seaside day.
Set out from Cassis with a leisurely coastal drive via the Corniche des Crêtes, pausing for a cliffside coffee and views at Cap Canaille Belvedere before descending toward seaside villages; stop in La Ciotat to wander the restored shipyards and taste oysters at Le Petit Port's waterside counter. Continue the drive westward and stretch your legs with a guided walk through the maritime pine trails of Parc Naturel de la Sainte-Baume, then arrive back in Nice in time for a relaxed seafood lunch at Le Boccaccio to refresh before your evening wine dinner.
After your coastal morning, meander back toward Nice with a leisurely stop in the charming seaside village of Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer to browse the waterfront boutiques and enjoy a late seafood plate at Le Carrefour des Pêches. Continue along the corniche to pause at the dramatic overlook of Cap de Nice for photos, then return to town for a restorative visit to the tranquil Jardin Albert I where you can relax with a glass of chilled Provençal rosé from La Cave du Palais before preparing for your evening wine dinner.
As dusk falls, head to Castel Plage for a seaside aperitif on its pebbled terrace, enjoying a chilled Provençal rosé while the Mediterranean light softens over the bay. Afterward, stroll up to the nearby hillside Parc du Mont Boron for a golden-hour walk and panoramic city-to-sea views, then finish with a celebratory wine-forward dinner at La Petite Maison de Nicole, where a sommelier-led pairing of regional reds and whites accompanies refined Niçois dishes in an intimate setting.
Ease into your final morning with a leisurely breakfast at Café de Turin, savoring shellfish or a light omelette while watching the harbor wake up, then take a relaxed walk through the shady alleys of Rue du Pont Vieux to pick up any last-minute gifts from La Maison du Savon (traditional Provençal soaps) and a tin of local tapenade. If time allows before your transfer, pause for a calming coffee and pastry at Place Saint-François and stroll the short waterfront path to Quai des Etats-Unis for one last sea breeze and a final photo of the Baie des Anges before heading to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport.
Spend a relaxed final afternoon wandering the boutique-lined lanes around Rue Bonaparte, stopping at Librairie Masséna for a travel memento and sampling artisanal chocolates at Pâtisserie Auer. Enjoy a leisurely late lunch of fresh seafood and salad on the sunny terrace of Le Café Marché, then take one last peaceful riverside walk through Jardin du Monastère de Cimiez to soak in olive-tree views before a smooth transfer to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport.
For a relaxed final evening before your morning departure, enjoy an intimate riverside aperitif at Le Séjour Café, sampling a chilled local rosé and a plate of Provençal hors d'oeuvres while watching the lights of the port come alive. Follow with a gentle twilight walk through Jardin du Monastère's quiet olive groves to reflect on your trip, then finish with a cozy last supper at L'Authentic, where a chef-recommended seafood starter and a small-batch Côtes de Provence will make for a memorable send-off.