Secret Organic Vineyards eBike Tour
6 hour bike & wine tasting tour suitable for adults & children over 12 years
Venture off the tourist trail and discover Nice’s best kept secret on this bike tour to a Bellet vineyard. Note that this is an authentic “dirt-under-the-fingernails” working vineyard that was not made for commercial tourism!
Of the 4 million tourists that come to Nice every year, few know that Nice has its own vineyards that produce high-quality AOC stamped wine. On this tour you will meet the passionate winemaker, who walks you through his lovingly cared for vines. He’ll then explain the organic wine making process, and what makes Bellet wine so special. Sample his wines and finish up with a picnic lunch in an idyllic setting under an olive tree.
What you will see on the tour:
Gorgeous sea and mountain views
Starting on the cycle path of the Promenade des Anglais, you will bask in the sun along this historic seafront boardwalk. Once on the hill climb, the zig-zagging quiet back roads provides views of the turquoise blue sea in one direction and splendid mountains in the other. Thanks to the eBikes, you have an easy, relaxing 1½ hour ride to the vineyard.
Walk through the vines
The winemaker gives you an insight into the complex art of managing the vines, from pruning to harvesting.The winemaker shares his know-how gained from decades of experience and explains his intimate relationship with each wine stock.
Inside the wine cellar
You will get full access to the inner sanctuary, a privilege rarely enjoyed at other vineyards. Guests tend to say this is the highlight of the tour. Depending on the time of visit, you may even get to sample partially completed wine directly from the vats!
Sample the wines
At the end of the visit to the vineyards, you will sample and savour the three wines produced here – red, rosé and white. This is where you will fully understand the meaning of the French AOC concept (Appellation d’Origin Controlée) and the uniqueness of the two grape varieties that originate here – the Braquet and the Folle Noire.
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What to see
Sights in Nice
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Cours Saleya market
This vibrant square sits in the centre of old Nice and hosts markets every day of the week.
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Misericorde Chapel
This 18th-century Roman Catholic chapel is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture and is the work of Bernardo Vittone.
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Palais de la Prefecture
This palace is thought to have been built in the early 17th century and was home to the Dukes of Savoy until 1860.
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Promenade du Paillon
Nice’s flagship urban park covers 12 hectares in the heart of the city, just a few minutes walk from Promenade des Anglais. Promenade du Paillon used to be a very congested and rather ugly thoroughfare where the old bus station and multi storey car park were situated. It was demolished in 2011 and a 3 year development project took place to turn it into the oasis of green open space, safe play areas and impressive water features that we enjoy today.
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Le Jardin Albert 1er
This delightful public park in the city centre runs from Place Massena, linking the Promenade des Anglais to the old town of Vieux Nice. Developed during the late 1800’s, Jardin Albert 1er is one of Nice’s oldest public gardens; a large lawn in the centre is surrounded by palm trees, fragrant roses, carob trees, junipers as well as various plants from Japan, China, the Americas, Australia and the Himalayas.
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Adam and Eve's House
Located on the rue Poissonnerie, this ancient house is famous for its impressive façade which dates to 1584.
Where to lunch
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Restaurant des Rois, Beaulieu Sur Mer
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
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Le Chantecler Restaurant
In a Regency-style dining room decorated with magnificent 18th century woodwork, Jean-Denis Rieubland proposes two menus, "Découverte" and "Chantecler".
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Le Bistro d'Antoine
Head to this restaurant for excellent regional cuisine, great duck and steak, and an excellent wine list to accompany your food.
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Opera Plage Beach Club
One of the oldest private beaches in Nice, and one of the cheapest, this is a family beach with friendly staff and a traditional restaurant.
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Flaveur Restaurant, Nice Centre
Embark on a journey of the senses, a gourmet odyssey between Mediterranean flavours and delights of the world.
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Salon de The de la Villa Ephrussy de Rotschild, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Set in the room that Béatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild’s used as a dining room, the tea room/restaurant's terrace overlooks the Bay of Villefranche. All day, you can break for a delicious snack in this calm oasis with an unrestricted view of the bay.
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Child policy
This tour is only suitable for children over the age of 12.
