ARTS & CRAFTS DAY TRIP

 

1st STOP – Vallauris

 

Your first stop will be Vallauris in the hills just a stone’s throw from Cannes.

 

Vallauris is a quiet town best known for its handcrafted ceramics. Even Picasso was inspired to set his potter’s wheel spinning during the time he spent here from 1948 to 1955.

As you wander through the streets, your Friend in France guide will show you one of Picasso’s few fresco masterpieces, painted on a vaulted chapel ceiling.  

 

2nd STOP – A local potter's workshop

 

A short stroll from the chapel museum, you will push the door open to Fabienne’s workshop and boutique ‘Bleu d’argile’ (clay blue).

 

Fabienne is a talented potter who is passionate about her profession and loves sharing her know-how with visitors. As you visit her workshop, she will explain the creation process from conception to the finished ceramic object.

 

3rd STOP – Antibes

 

From Vallauris follow the scenic coastal road to Antibes where we will stop for a relaxing lunch in a local restaurant, or a quick snack on the beach. Whichever you choose, your guide will help you find a nice view and some tasty food.

 

Before leaving Antibes, you will have time to see the impressive ramparts (fortifications) and the picturesque streets of the old town.

 

4th STOP - Biot village

 

Your journey will continue eastwards along the coastal road to the village of Biot. Known as the Riviera’s Arts & Crafts paradise, this village is bursting at the seams with talented artisans creating unique pottery, leather goods, glassware, candles, etc…

 

5th STOP - A traditional glass blowing workshop

 

Biot is most famous for its glass-blowing, a craft practiced in the village since ancient times. Your guide will take you just a few minutes from the heart of Biot village to visit a fascinating workshop where local glass-blowers can be seen hard at work creating the famous bubble-glass of Biot. 

 

What’s In...

 

• Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
• Comfortable, fully air conditioned minivans with capacity of 8 passengers
• Your very own English-speaking driver/guide
• Freedom to adjust the itinerary to suit your pace and interests
• Onboard refreshment

 

What’s Out...

 

• Your additional activities or purchases
• Meals and refreshments

 

Your holiday time is precious.

Our team of professional driver-guides is here to help you get the very best out of your sightseeing time on the French Riviera.

 

We believe that one size CANNOT fit all, so all of our itineraries can be adapted to your specific interests and pace.

 

We have a wealth of French Riviera knowledge at our fingertips and extensive on the ground experience which enables us to create and adjust daytrip itineraries to take you straight to the places you’ll love the most. No disappointment or time wasted.

 

Contact us to discuss possibilities.