Sunset Wine 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.




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 — secret vineyards of Nice at sunset
The name Bellet AOC is the best-kept secret of the French Riviera: only 60 hectares in the hinterland of Nice, two-thousand-year-old Greek grape varieties (Braquet, Folle Noire, Rolle) and wines of exceptional finesse, served in the finest restaurants on the Riviera. This afternoon tour takes you to two iconic estates — Bellet Castle and Domaine des Hautes Collines — before culminating in a spectacular sunset overlooking the Mediterranean and the Alps from the heights of Saint-Jeannet. The perfect sensory experience for an exceptional late afternoon.
Available daily during the season. The view is the most spectacular in'April to September (sunset after 8pm in summer). In the off-season (Oct–Mar), plan to depart at 1:30 PM to enjoy the golden light before nightfall.
The route — Nice → Bellet → Domaine Des Hautes Collines → Nice
Departure Nice 10:00 · Return Nice ~16:00 · ~20 km · Hills of Nice / Domaine Des Hautes Collines.
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 enjoy a full day among the vineyards, the midday light, the golden afternoon light, and arrive at the panoramic viewpoint for sunset.
→ 10:30
The climb towards the Bellet vineyards reveals gradual views of Nice, the Bay of Angels, and the Mediterranean. Just 20 km from Nice, you enter another world—limestone terraces, pine forests, and Provençal silence.
~1h30
THE Bellet Castle is the emblematic and historic estate of the appellation — one of the smallest AOCs in France, nestled just 15 km from the center of Nice. On its limestone terraces overlooking the sea, winemakers have been cultivating grape varieties almost unique in the world for centuries: Rolle (mineral white and taut), Gear (delicate floral rose) and Crazy Black (light and fruity red), direct descendants of the vines brought by the Phocaean Greeks 2,500 years ago. Guided tour of the estate, discovery of the cellars and terraced vineyards, then guided tasting of exceptional vintages — wines served in the finest restaurants of the Riviera, unavailable in supermarkets.
We reserve the welcome and guided tour of Château de Bellet upon confirmation of your tour. Bottles can be purchased in the shop — wines available only on site and in a few select restaurants in Nice.
→ 1:45 PM
We climb towards Saint-Jeannet, dominated by the Limestone hut 500 meters, to reach the Domaine des Hautes Collines.
~1h15
THE Domaine des Hautes Collines It embodies the spirit of Bellet wines under the Estérel sun. From its vineyards perched on the heights of Saint-Jeannet, the view of the Mediterranean, the Alpes-Maritimes, and the Var plain is absolutely breathtaking. A guided tasting of Bellet AOC wines in this setting—a two-tiered sensory experience: the wine in the glass, the landscape before your eyes.
We confirm your booking upon validation of your tour. Bottles can be purchased on site.
~1 hour
The highlight of the day. From the heights of Saint-Jeannet, beneath the limestone Baou, one witnesses the sunset over the Mediterranean and the Alps. Golden light bathes the vineyards, the Var plain, and the coastline as far as the Lérins Islands. In season, the snow-capped peaks of the Alpes-Maritimes stand out against the pink sky—an unforgettable sight. If you've made purchases at the vineyards, savor a Bellet vintage while enjoying this panorama.
In low season (Oct–Mar), The departure is brought forward to 1:30 PM To enjoy the golden light before 5pm. Specify your date — we will adjust the time accordingly.
Back
Your driver will take you back to your hotel. An exceptional late afternoon in the secret vineyards of Nice — your evening is just beginning, perhaps with a bottle of Bellet to prolong it.
What's included
✅ Included in your package
- ✓ Private vehicle(s) of your choice
- ✓ ~6h (10:00 → 16:00)
- ✓ 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
- ✓ Tasting at Domaine des Hautes Collines
- ✓ Sunset panoramic stop
- ✓ Fuel and tolls
- ✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
❌ Not included
- ✗ Purchases of bottles from the estates
- ✗ Meals and drinks
- ✗ Tips (at your discretion)
- ✗ Specialized 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
Departure 10:00, return ~16:00. A day dedicated to discovering the Bellet AOC vineyards, combining visits to the estates, tasting and panoramic sunset over the Mediterranean.
Spectacular from April to September. In the off-season (Oct–Mar), departure is earlier, at 1:30 pm, to take advantage of the light. Please specify your date in the notes.
One of the smallest AOCs in France. Unique grape varieties: Rolle (white), Braquet and Folle Noire (red/rosé). Wines difficult to find outside the Riviera.
Everything takes place within a 20km radius of Nice — the closest vineyard to the Riviera. No long journeys, most of the time spent on the estates and admiring the view.
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.
Sunset Wine 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), 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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Book your private tour now for a timeless day in the Provençal hinterland. Available 7 days a week.



