Bellet Signature Experience
The most exclusive private excursion on the French Riviera — a timeless day in the Provençal hinterland, between art galleries, artisan workshops and breathtaking panoramas.
An official, licensed guide accompanies you and comments on each step with an in-depth historical, cultural, and artistic perspective.
Option based on quote — price confirmed within 24 hours of request.
Include a lunch break of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Tourrettes-sur-Loup and Saint-Paul-de-Vence offer excellent panoramic restaurants in the Provençal hills.
Meals to be paid for directly on site — please specify your preferences in the notes.
Pick-up service available at your address anywhere on the French Riviera.
Specify the desired time in the notes if you have a constraint (flight, ferry…).
Bellet AOC — Total immersion in Nice's secret vineyard
This tour is the most complete Bellet experience on the Riviera. In one day, you can visit the three pillars of the appellation: the legendary Bellet Castle, the historical elder of the AOC since 1750; the majestic Château Crémat, an Art Deco masterpiece amidst the vineyards; and the panoramic Domaine des Hautes Collines in Saint-Jeannet. Two-thousand-year-old Greek grape varieties — Braquet, Folle Noire, Rolle — Exceptional limestone terroirs, and sunsets over the Mediterranean and the Alps. A day to understand why Bellet is one of the rarest and most sought-after wines in France.
Bellet Castle and Crémat Castle are closed on Sundays. This tour is designed for Mondays to Saturdays all year round — Château Crémat requires a Reservation required (04 92 15 12 15 or [email protected]), which we carry out upon confirmation of your tour.
L'itinéraire — Nice → Bellet → Crémat → Domaine Des Hautes Collines → Nice
Departure Nice 10:00 · Return Nice ~18:00 · Indicative times depending on traffic and pace of the group.
Departure
Your driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or any address of your choice — Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Villefranche, Juan-les-Pins and surrounding areas. The 10:00 AM departure allows you to arrive at Château de Bellet as soon as it opens.
→ 10:30
The climb towards the Bellet vineyards gradually reveals a spectacular view of Nice, the Mediterranean and the Alps — welcome to the secret vineyard of the French Riviera.
~1h30
THE Bellet Castle is the most iconic and oldest property in the appellation, whose vines have been cultivated by the de Crémat family, ancestors of the current owners, since the 18th century. These wines grace the finest tables in the world—from the Ritz Paris to the Élysée Palace. The shop opens at 10 a.m., with a free tasting upon arrival. The guided tour A tour of the cellars and the estate is offered at 11am by reservation. An exceptional experience in a place steeped in history.
Shop and free tasting from 10am. Guided tour of the cellars and vineyards at 11am, reservation required — which we perform when confirming your tour.
→ 12:10
A short drive up into the hills leads to Château Crémat, whose Art Deco architecture gradually reveals itself among the vineyards.
~1h30
THE Château Crémat is one of the most spectacular estates on the French Riviera. Built in the 1920s in a style Art Deco Influenced by Moorish architecture, it overlooks the Bellet vineyards from its terraces. Cocteau, Picasso, and Somerset Maugham were among its famous guests. guided tour cellars and gardens, followed by a tasting of 3 or 6 wines commented on by the estate's oenologist, is a memorable experience.
04 92 15 12 15 or [email protected] — Reservation required. We will make this reservation when you confirm your tour.
~1h45
Two options to choose from depending on your preferences:
Authentic Provençal cuisine in this village restaurant in the heart of Saint-Jeannet, with panoramic views of the vineyards and the sea. Reservations are accepted upon request. Meals are at your own expense.
Château Crémat offers a gourmet picnic basket Enjoy it in its Art Deco gardens — a unique experience among the vines. Reservations required during your tour.
→ 3:30 PM
We climb towards the heights of Saint-Jeannet, below the 500-meter limestone Baou which overlooks the Var plain.
~1h30
The third tasting of the day — and perhaps the most memorable because of its setting. Domaine des Hautes Collines Welcome to its terraces perched at over 300 meters, facing an absolute panorama of the Mediterranean, the Alpes-Maritimes and the Var plain. Guided tasting of Bellet AOC wines in this exceptional setting — glass in hand, the sea below.
~1 hour
The perfect conclusion. From the heights of Saint-Jeannet, we witness the sunset over the Mediterranean and the Alps — the golden light that floods the vineyards, the Var plain, the coastline all the way to the Lérins Islands. In season, the snow-capped peaks of the Alpes-Maritimes stand out against the pink sky. A contemplative moment to close this immersive day in the vineyards of Bellet.
Back
Your driver will take you back to your hotel. A full day exploring the secret vineyards of Nice — three estates, three tastings, an unforgettable sunset.
What's included
✅ Included in your package
- ✓ Private vehicle(s) of your choice
- ✓ Day ~8 hours (10:00 → 18:00)
- ✓ English-speaking professional driver(s)
- ✓ Pick-up at your address
- ✓ Drop-off up to 15 km from the pick-up point
- ✓ Wine tasting at Château de Bellet
- ✓ Guided tour + tasting Château Crémat
- ✓ Tasting at Domaine des Hautes Collines
- ✓ Fuel and tolls
- ✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
❌ Not included
- ✗ Meals and drinks (restaurant/picnic at your own expense)
- ✗ Purchases of bottles from the estates
- ✗ Château Crémat picnic package (optional extra, payable on site)
- ✗ Tips (at your discretion)
- ✗ Specialist wine guide (optional, quote available upon request)
- ✗ Additional charge for return to base if drop-off >15 km (calculated automatically)
The landscapes that await you
Everything you need to know
Château Bellet and Château Crémat are closed on Sundays. This tour operates Monday to Saturday year-round. We confirm availability when you book.
Everything takes place within a 20 km radius of Nice — the Bellet vineyards, Château Crémat and Saint-Jeannet are 30–45 minutes from Old Nice. No long journeys, most of the time spent at the estates.
Château de Bellet + Château Crémat (3 or 6 wines, guided tour) + Domaine des Hautes Collines. Bottles can be purchased from all 3 estates — rare, hard-to-reach wines.
Auberge du Vieux Château in Saint-Jeannet (Provençal cuisine, panoramic views) or a gourmet picnic in the Art Deco gardens of Château Crémat. We can make reservations upon request.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. Less than 24 hours or no-show: 100% of the amount is due.
Online deposit (secure SumUp), cash to the driver or bank transfer. All major credit cards accepted.
Bellet Signature Experience — Complete FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking your private tour of the hilltop villages of the French Riviera Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Tourrettes-sur-Loup, Gourdon — route, fares, drop-off, terms and conditions.
Example — departure Cannes (~30 km, ~0.5h return) with 1 Business Class + 1 Van 7: 70€×0.5h + 80€×0.5h = +75€. Automatic calculation, recalculation if vehicles change.
You will receive an email confirmation immediately. Final confirmation within 24 hours. Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
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