Méditerranée française, Grand Tour – 21 days

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Embark on a very unique trip full of new experiences. Cross the south of France in 21 days, from Spanish to Italian borders, and give yourself the chance to deeply meet an amazing region of our planet.

An itinerary in 4 steps, where you will live experiences of an extraordinary diversity, combining nature, gastronomy, architecture, art and history. Set off on a journey, between exploration and rejuvenation, and put your bags down in an exceptional hotel for each stage, at the start of excursions that I have the secret of.

This stay is the result of an original research, guaranteeing an exclusive and unique stay in France. We take care of everything and lead you to through an unforgettable and authentic immersion.

ITINERARY

Cross all the french Mediterranean region in 4 steps, in 21 days

PYRÉNÉES

CATALAN ART OF LIVING

PART I : Day 1 to 5

DAY 1 : Arrival at your hotel, L’île de la Lagune

You are hosted from the airport or the train station by your personal chauffeur. After a welcome drink at the hotel and an introduction to your trip, according to your desire, you can step out on a first local escape or choose to stay at the hotel to rest, in front of the panoramic pool for example.

Excursion on-demand
Île de la Lagune
Abbaye Saint Martin du Canigou
DAY 2 : Le Conflent, Catalan hinterland

Let yourself be carried away wild and abundant nature at the foot of the mountains. Discovery of the classified most beautiful and sunny villages of France. You will taste the catalan gastronomy during lunch in a wonderful castle. Then, a timeless tour will take place in a remarkable abbey.

DAY 3 : Collioure, village of art & gastronomy

Heading to this iconic scenic village. Cristallin water and colorful facades, this place is a symbol of beauty. In this fishers’ city, singular flanery and culinary delights are waiting for you. Take a moment to discover local specialties known internationally. Anchovies or local wines AOP Banyuls and Collioure await you for a privileged tasting.

Collioure
DAY 4 : Perpignan, « El Centre del Mon »

The capital of French Catalonia is vibrating from a particular atmosphere and unexpected discovers. This typical and sunny town offers hidden architectural gems and local specialities through its lively streets. After the visit, you will find out a century-old institution of ceramics where his passionated craftsman is waiting for you to create unique pieces.

DAY 5 : Relax and resourcing

Enjoy a free day thanks to services of your hotel, l’Île de la Lagune. Many possibilities are available : dégustation at the starred restaurant, relaxation around the pool or at the beach, wellness moment in the spa, electric bike rides…

Excursion on-demand

THE HOTEL

L’Île de la Lagune, five-star, Relais & Châteaux

Private peninsula on seaside in the heart of Eastern Pyrenees

GASTRONOMY

Bar & two restaurants Starred gastronomic meals Bistronomic cooking

SERVICES

Thalasso, spa & hammam Rooftop & heated pool Electric bikes & boat

ROOMS

Elegant & intimist Light & Sunny Sea or lagoon view

LANGUEDOC

IN THE UNEXPECTED

PART II : Day 6 to 10

DAY 6 : Châteaux Cathares and arrival at your hotel, « le Domaine de Verchant »

We take the direction to Montpellier, in the Languedoc region. Stop on the way by one of the Cathar castles of the region. You can enjoy the exceptional panorama during an unusual experience. 
End the day in your new hotel. Calm and relaxation await you in this lush estate surrounded by vineyards.

DAY 7 : La Camargue, timeless

A unique nature in France is opening its doors to you, populated by bulls, horses and many birds. Immersion in this dreamlike setting, on-feet or horseback following a Camargue cavalier. Then take a seat for a refined picnic, with local specialities and in the middle of nature. And in conclusion, visit the charming medieval city of Aigues-Mortes which lead above salt marshlands.

DAY 8 : Montpellier, the unexpected

Montpellier is vibrating from an incomparable sweet of living. The beauty of private hotels, yards, alleys, churches and tree squares abounds in a cosmopolite and creative effervescence. An invitation to the exploration of its historical centre, from the oldest French Garden of Plants and the World’s oldest Medicine University, still welcoming students today. Walks, shopping, discoveries and delightful lunch will be part of the schedule.

Montpellier
DAY 9 : Hérault Valley & hidden treasures

A unique day trip to one of the most beautiful villages in France, St-Guilhem-le-Désert. Nestled above a rock split by the waters, its beauty surrounded by nature reveals a world-class abbey. To close this last day, you can enjoy an unforgettable experience during a private concert in one of the most beautiful caves in France. Dinner in an excellent gastronomic restaurant in the land of the Pic Saint-Loup, icon of wine and country of Montpellier.

DAY 10 : Relax and resourcing

Free day. Enjoy the services of the Domaine de Verchant’s gastronomic restaurant around the pool or spa. Or, let’s try a tasting session of regional great wines with the Head sommelier.

Excursion on-demand
Verchant

THE HOTEL

Domaine de Verchant, five-star, Relais & Châteaux

In the heart of a luxuriant park in the vineyards, at the doors of Montpellier

GASTRONOMY

Two bars & two restaurants Gastronomic cooking Mediterranean cooking

SERVICES

Spa, hammam & saunas Pool in front of the vineyards Electric bikes

ROOMS

Modern & Traditional Light & sunny View on gardens and parks

PROVENCE

DEEP SENSE

PART III : Day 11 to 15

DAY 11 : Legendary villages of the Alpilles then arrival at your hotel « Coquillade »

Charming visit to the illustrious stone village of Baux-de-Provence. Overlooking the Alpilles mountains, its narrow streets are filled with craftsmen and renowned shops. For lunch, an excellent typical restaurant will delight all your senses. The final part of this day will continue to reveal the soul of Provence, and will open the doors of the famous village of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence…

Château Lourmarin
DAY 12 : The unknown Provence

Lourmarin is a must-see village with many surprises and enchanting atmosphere. After a meal and a visit of the village, take the road towards a moving abbey which abounds in secrets. You can finish the day with a glass of champagne in your hand, contemplating landscape that will not remain you indifferent…

DAY 13 : The dreamed Provence

If there are mythical villages in Provence, Gordes and Roussillon are among those places with a worldwide reputation and a timeless charm. The local gastronomy will be honored there, followed by the discovery of the famous Abbey of Senanque, bordered by lavender fields and sweetness… Embark for a memorable day.

abbaye Senanque
DAY 14 : Provence off the beaten track

Head for a more confidential heritage. In the middle of the Luberon, villages and splendid panoramas appear. Discover pearls off the main roads, in the heart of an exceptional nature. Live a typical moment in a Provencal market where you can select the local products that inspire you. They will compose the menu of a typical meal.

DAY 15 : Relax and resourcing

Enjoy a free day in a purely Provencal setting and the exceptional services of your hotel, Coquillade. Spa, pools, Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant and much more are open to you in this grandiose domain…

Excursion on-demand

THE HOTEL

Coquillade, five-star, Relais & Châteaux

Exceptional resort in the heart of Provence

GASTRONOMY

Two bars & three restaurants Gastronomic cuisine Bistronomic cooking Italian cooking

SERVICES

Spa, hammam & saunas Indoor & outdoor pools Electric bikes

ROOMS

Provencal atmosphere Light & sunny Between lavender & olive trees

FRENCH RIVIERA

LIGHT BATH

PART IV : Day 16 to 21

DAY 16 : Marseille and its Calanques then arrival at the Palace "Château Saint-Martin"

Day of exploration around Marseille. The capital of the South of France, with feet in the water, invites you for a pleasant visit of its oldest district, followed by a meal with local colors. Your boat awaits you at the port of Marseille for a magical exploration of its famous calanques. 

You will then join your spectacular Palace hotel on the heights of the French Riviera.

Calanques
Nice
DAY 17 : Nice, capital of the French Riviera

A lively and colorful atmosphere comes from this high place of French tourism. After the grandiose view you will see at the highest point, you will walk to reach the effervescence of the old town, between typical markets and colorful monuments. Then, you will experience a gastronomic immersion in Nice, before reaching the splendor of the surrounding coastline. The day will end with a drink in hand, on one of the most beautiful beaches in France.

DAY 18 : Esterel, a sumptuous coastline

One day to explore one of the most beautiful French coasts : the Esterel massif. These ancient volcanoes are immersed in the Mediterranean waters. You will be driven to the heights to appreciate one of the great panoramas of the stay, on foot, by electric bike or by car. A refined picnic in the middle of nature will complete this moment. Join the sea by boat, to meet hidden creeks, for a moment of pleasure, swimming and seabeds’ discovery.

Esterel
Menton
DAY 19 : Èze & Menton

Take the direction of the Italian border by one of the most beautiful and mythical roads of France. The Côte d’Azur has not finished surprising you. The magnificent village of Èze awaits you for a unique experience at a famous perfumer’s, followed by an amazing visit ending with an unforgettable gastronomic meal. The day will end with Italian touch in Menton, the last jewel of France before crossing the border.

DAY 20 : Relax and resourcing

Enjoy a free day while benefiting from the services of your hotel, Le Château Saint-Martin. Exceptional setting, classified spa, pools, restaurants and so much more are open to you in this stunning Palace.

Excursion on-demand
DAY 21 : Departure to another horizon

A last moment to greet the place while enjoying a delicious breakfast in the rejuvenating atmosphere of the hotel. To end your beautiful stay, your personal chauffeur will drive you to the airport or the train station.

THE HOTEL

Château Saint-Martin, five-star, Palace

Splendid Palace overlooking the French Rivera

GASTRONOMY

Two bars & Two restaurants Starred gastronomic cuisine Refined cooking from the garden

SERVICES

Classified spa, hammam & saunas Outdoor pool Scenic terraces

ROOMS

Elegance & charm Sea & Garden view Light & sunny

Ursula Mirastschijski
Ursula Mirastschijski
3 October 2023
We booked a trip with Noé on short notice and it turned out to be wonderful. He took us to the beautiful medieval village St-Guilhem le desert. I felt like in the novel " The name of the rose". Noé was an abundant source of information and very flexible with our interests. Next time we will plan more days with him and his company. Thank you very much, Noé.
Gretchen Orca
Gretchen Orca
22 September 2023
My family and I took a vacation to the south of France this summer and had a fantastic experience. Before leaving the US, we asked our hotel for assistance planning local adventures, and they recommended we contact Noé at Follow My Zen. We are so glad we did! Noé not only made our trip logistically easier, he also created an amazing itinerary for us, full of local experiences that we never would have known to arrange on our own. Noé picked our jet-lagged group up directly from the train station after 36 hours of travel, and we all felt an immediate sense of relief and relaxation. Follow My Zen takes a highly personal approach - when we all slept past our alarms on the first day and were very late, Noé handled making last minute adjustments to our activities and treated us with a lot of empathy. Throughout our excursions, if an unexpected opportunity presented itself, or if we had to adapt to an immediate need, Noé was there to help us make anything happen. And the activities Noé arranged for us were awesome - very local, and incredibly special. He has bridged relationships with a large set of kind, talented, knowledgeable people who welcomed us and treated us like dear friends as they shared with us their local cultures. Noé planned activities for us in Montpellier, Marseille, and the countryside and coast in between. He also provided all the transportation in a very comfortable Mercedes van that accommodated all of us. Traveling with young children is difficult, but Follow My Zen made it as easy as could be, and my kids still talk about Noé like he's a family member. My mother, in her 70s, was also a part of our travel squad. In fact, we celebrated her birthday in France. Noé's ability to take care of everyone in our group, from the little ones to the big ones, is an impressive and special quality. We have so many fond memories of our time in France this summer, the experiences we had, and the amazing local people we met. We are very grateful to Noé and his company, Follow My Zen, for all they did for us. We have already been talking about returning next year to have Noé show us Barcelona and then explore Montpellier and the south of France more. Highly recommend Follow My Zen if you're traveling to the south of France.
Samy Sidhom
Samy Sidhom
7 September 2023
Noe runs a fantastic and highly personalized private tour service. He is highly knowledgeable and connected to various tours in Southern France. What's more of a distinguishing advantage is that he is very sensible and understands the, sometimes, complex needs of travelers. He was very accommodating to the comfort and needs of a family touring multiple places with children. He is not intrusive and anticipates changes in itinerary with incredible flexibility. If we ever have the fortune to visit this part of the world again, we would definitely seek him again. We give him the highest recommendation possible without reservations, for any visitor to Southern France who is seeking a memorable journey.
Cindy McKinney
Cindy McKinney
11 May 2023
We asked Noe to set up an 8-day itinerary for us covering as much of Provence as we could. A few things really set FollowMyZen apart from other luxury travel services: Local knowledge. They know this area inside and out and can recommend off-the-beaten-path recommendations for small villages, casual restaurants, and local markets. Customization: They can change itineraries on-the-fly. For example, we decided to go mountain biking one afternoon and Noe was able to secure 2 top of the line bikes for our ride thru beautiful coastal mountains. Personal care: They really go above and beyond. On one afternoon, Noe checked in with a local 3-star Michelin restaurant and found they had an opening – for a place that is normally booked months in advance. He casually asked if we wanted to dine there that evening and offered his services to take us to and from the restaurant. We find FollowMyZen to be the pinnacle of personalized luxury travel and would recommend them for anyone looking to experience the best of Provence.
Gilles Astier
Gilles Astier
17 February 2023
Les prestations proposées et effectuées par cette agence sont excellentes. Notre chauffeur était très agréable et très professionnel. Nous étions installés confortablement et sa conduite est douce et prudente. Nous avons également beaucoup apprécié les qualités humaines et narratives de notre guide, qui a su nous transporter dans l’histoire de Montpellier. C’était très captivant et intéressant. Elle nous a fait découvrir des endroits insolites. On sent son amour pour sa ville et elle nous a vraiment donné envie de revenir.
Judith Bamporiki (Judy)
Judith Bamporiki (Judy)
19 August 2022
Noé was very nice in responding and making sure we get the maximum of satisfaction! We did Montpellier town tour and the guide was very professional and very knowledgeable! It was a great experience and I’m so glad we did this!! And we will do it again whenever we come back in this area! Highly recommended!!
Richard Mckinney
Richard Mckinney
17 July 2022
Noe was our guide and coordinator for 2 days in Montpellier. He was resourceful, knowledgable and an all around excellent ambassador for the area. We would highly recommend using his services.
Flash Mandel
Flash Mandel
5 July 2022
Noe was the perfect guide for our recent trip through France. He was knowledgeable, spoke perfect English, was kind, accommodating and willing to go above and beyond to assure that my family and I had an amazing experience. There is no doubt that we will use him for our next European vacation. The trip would not been anywhere near as relaxing nor enjoyable without his expertise and guidance.
leontien vanrooijen
leontien vanrooijen
20 August 2021
We stayed two nights in Montpellier and the hotel recommended Noe as a tourguide. We had a very nice day to Sete and a very good lunch (l’essentiel) at the beach all organized by Noe. The van was very comfortable and Noe is a pleasant guide.
Joel Brugot
Joel Brugot
14 August 2021
J'ai eu le plaisir d'utiliser les services de Follow My Zen lors de mon séjour au domaine de Verchant le 23 Juillet 2021. Mr Noé Save, le dirigeant, a conçu pour mon épouse et moi même une excursion sur mesure avec pour objectif de découvrir Pézenas, ville de Molière et son patrimoine. Nous avons été enchantés de découvrir les hôtels particuliers de la ville et de visiter les expositions reflets de la richesse de l'artisanat local. Merci pour cette plongée dans le patrimoine et le savoir - faire occitan. Joël BRUGOT

PYRÉNÉES

CATALAN ART OF LIVING

"Typical, authentic & off the beaten path"

LANGUEDOC

IN THE UNEXPECTED

"Surprising, delicious & highly diversified"

PROVENCE

DEEP SENSE

"Unique art of living & charming villages"

FRENCH RIVIERA

LIGHT BATH

"Timeless, shining & luxuriant"

THE ULTIMATE SOUTH OF FRANCE EXPERIENCE

OUR FOUR TERRITORIES COMBINED, FROM ITALIAN TO SPANISH BORDER

"A trip of a lifetime, unique in the world, for people who really want know one of the most amazing regions of the planet".