Excursion Port grimaud village tour at Saint Tropez

Experience an eclectic blend of cosmopolitan chic and country charm in the area of St. Tropez during this scenic cruise along Port Grimaud, and a visit to its charming hilltop village.

After tendering ashore, depart the pier for the brief drive via coach to Port Grimaud.

Port Grimaud

Port Grimaud was created in the 1960s as a private lagoon pleasure city with waterways for roads and yachts parked at the end of every garden.  This extraordinary architectural experiment was the idea of François Spoerry who envisioned a town built in the manner of Venice with channels of water and traditional French fisherman's houses, each with a personal boat mooring space at the end of the garden. The houses are built in the tasteful old Provençal style. Upon arrival, take a pleasant guided stroll through this unique enclave, followed by a 15 -20 minute motorboat cruise past exquisite homes, lovely gardens, tiny squares and bridges spanning the manmade canals.

Grimaud Village

Next, re-board your coach and proceed for a countryside drive to the village of Grimaud, and a look at the quieter side of life in the South of France. Known as a 'village perché', Grimaud is perched on a hillside high above the fertile valley, and is accessed by an uphill walk. Your reward is a serene, rustic village with warm, ochre-coloured houses grouped around an 11th -century church. Until the end of the 19th century, the Castle of Grimaud was the command post overlooking the Gulf of Grimaud. The remains of a medieval castle are an added attraction, as are the stunning views from its hilltop location.

After a leisurely stroll around this charming setting, walk back to your coach for the return drive to St. Tropez Harbour

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: St. Tropez Harbour, Port Grimaud, Coastal Cruise, Grimaud Village, Church and Medieval Castle Ruins

Note

Please note: This tour requires an extensive amount of walking on cobblestone, unpaved and paved surfaces, with steps to negotiate, and is not recommended for guests with limited mobility or guests who utilise a wheelchair. Total walking distance is approximately 1400m (1 mile). We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, walking shoes and sun protection. During high season traffic may be congested in the area and may affect timing of this excursion.