Provence Art & Wine Retreat
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…).
Peyrassol — where contemporary art meets Michelin-starred organic wine
There Commandery of Peyrassol in Flassans-sur-Issole is one of the most fascinating properties in Provence: a Organic vineyard AOP Côtes de Provence of 230 hectares which houses a permanent collection of 70+ monumental sculptures among the vineyards and undergrowth — including works by Bernar Venet, Jaume Plensa, Xavier Veilhan and Joana Vasconcelos. Owned by Philippe Austruy since 2001, it is also known for its Michelin-starred restaurant Chez Jeannette Open from Thursday to Monday. After this highlight, the Château Margüi (Châteauvert) offers the intimacy of a secluded organic family estate. A tour for art lovers as well as wine enthusiasts.
The restaurant At Jeannette's (Michelin-starred) is open Thursday to Monday only. This tour is therefore designed for Thursdays to Mondays year-round. Restaurant reservations are made by us upon confirmation. The Commanderie de Peyrassol is open every day except December 25th to 29th and January.
The route — Nice → Flassans → Châteauvert → Nice
Departure Nice 09:00 · Return Nice ~18:00 · ~100 km · Flassans-sur-Issole / Châteauvert (Var).
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. Departure at 9:00 AM to arrive in Peyrassol shortly after opening time.
→ 10:15
We leave the coast to venture into inland Provence — hills covered with vines, pine forests and perched villages. Flassans-sur-Issole, in the heart of the Var, is one of the highest quality production areas of the Côtes de Provence.
~1h45
There Commandery of Peyrassol is one of the oldest estates in Provence — its history dates back to 13th Century Knights Templar. Purchased in 2001 by Philippe Austruy, it has been transformed into a unique venue combining excellent organic wines and contemporary art. guided tour of the wine cellars (~€20/person, ~1.5 hours) reveals the secrets of making certified organic PDO wines — white, rosé and red — followed by a guided tasting of 5 vintages exceptional.
Guided tour of the wine cellars: €20/person. (~1h30). Self-guided sculpture walk: €13/person. Wine can be purchased in the shop.
~45 min
Between the cellar tour and lunch, free time to explore the monumental sculpture park Peyrassol — one of the largest open-air collections of contemporary art in Provence. More 70 permanent artworks by Bernar Venet, Jaume Plensa, Xavier Veilhan, Joana Vasconcelos, Jean-Michel Othoniel punctuate the vineyard paths and the undergrowth. Class Remarkable Garden by the Ministry of Culture, this place is an experience in its own right — art in direct dialogue with the landscape and the vineyard.
~1h45
At Jeannette's is the gourmet restaurant of the Commanderie de Peyrassol, crowned with a Michelin star. Located in the estate's historic buildings, it offers precise and flavorful Provençal cuisine, perfectly paired with the château's organic wines. An exceptional gastronomic experience in a setting steeped in history—between Templar walls and sculpted gardens. In case of unavailability or preference, the Lou's Bistro (same domain, same opening days) offers a more relaxed but equally high-quality experience.
Reservation : [email protected] — We will do this upon confirmation. Meals are at your own expense. Alternative: Lou's Bistro (same domain, same days, more accessible).
→ 2:55 PM
We cross the Var hills to reach Châteauvert, a small village perched in the heart of the Provençal forest.
~1h30
THE Château Margüi Châteauvert is the secret estate of the day. A small family estate run by organic farming, Nestled between forest and scrubland in a setting of unspoiled, wild beauty, its wines—rosé, white, and red AOP Coteaux Varois en Provence—possess a strong identity, imbued with the freshness of the altitude. An intimate tasting experience, far from the tourist crowds, in the spirit of true wine and authentic terroir.
We contact Château Margüi when confirming your tour to check the availability of the visitor reception in the afternoon.
→ 6:00 PM
Return from Châteauvert to Nice through the Var hills. Bottles of Peyrassol and Margüi in the trunk — a day spent between art, Templar history and exceptional organic wines.
Arrival
Your driver will drop you off at your hotel. A unique day combining contemporary art, Templar heritage and organic Provençal wines.
What's included
✅ Included in your package
- ✓ Private vehicle(s) of your choice
- ✓ Daytime ~9 hours (9:00 AM → 6:00 PM)
- ✓ English-speaking professional driver(s)
- ✓ Pick-up at your address
- ✓ Drop-off up to 15 km from the pick-up point
- ✓ Tasting of 5 organic AOP Peyrassol wines
- ✓ Access to the sculpture park with 70+ works
- ✓ Reservation at Chez Jeannette made
- ✓ Château Margüi Tasting
- ✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
❌ Not included
- ✗ Guided tour of the Peyrassol wine cellars (~€20/person)
- ✗ Restaurant meal (Chez Jeannette or Bistrot Lou)
- ✗ Purchases of bottles from the estates
- ✗ Specialized art/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
Chez Jeannette (Michelin-starred) is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. This route operates from Thursday to Monday all year round (except for Peyrassol, which is closed from December 25th to 29th and in January).
Approximately 100 km from Nice (1 hour 5 minutes one way). Journey from Peyrassol to Margüi: approximately 25 minutes. All within the inland Provence region of the Var — much less travel than the Bandol or Saint-Tropez tours.
Permanent collection Bernar Venet, Jaume Plensa, Xavier Veilhan, Joana Vasconcelos, Jean-Michel Othoniel. Classified as a Remarkable Garden by the Ministry of Culture. Access included in the self-guided (€13) or guided (€20) visit ticket.
One Michelin star, located on the Peyrassol estate. Signature Provençal cuisine, paired with organic wines. Reservations: [email protected]. Alternative: Bistrot de Lou (same estate, more affordable).
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.
Provence Art & Wine Retreat — 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), 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.
Ready for your Provence Art & Wine Retreat ?
Book your private tour now for a timeless day in the Provençal hinterland. Available 7 days a week.
