{"product_id":"port-grimaud-sainte-maxime","title":"PORT GRIMAUD\/SAINTE MAXIME","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate: \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eMonday, September 28\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDeparture time :\u003c\/span\u003e 1:15 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChurch time: \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e10:00 am \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBus Ride Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-40 min to Port Grimaud, 15 min to St Maxime and 20-25 min to return to feast site\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depart 6:45 pm, returning to the site around 7:10 pm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExertion Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy - relatively little walking required and mostly flat, although possibility of cobblestones. Need to be able to climb into and out of the boat for a canal tour in Port Grimaud. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost per person:\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e42 €\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCost includes ticket for boat canal tour.  Infants two and under are free if they do not take up a seat on the bus.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNestled in the heart of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Port Grimaud is a charming village encompassing attractive Provençal-style houses on a network of canals. Known as the 'Venice of Provence' and arranged into four islands, the colorful houses are linked by bridges over the waterways and surrounded by gardens. The medieval village of Grimaud has a long history beginning in the Gallo-Roman age. In the 11th century, due to its strategic vantage point on a steep summit dominating the Gulf of Saint Tropez, the first settlement included a fortified castle which controlled access from the North and from the Maures mountains. Until the end of the 19th century, the Castle of Grimaud was the command post overlooking the Gulf of Grimaud. The development of the area around the Gulf began in the 1960s and today the marina of Port Grimaud is one of the most frequently visited resorts in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe experience includes a 20 minute-boat ride through the canals aboard the traditional water coaches. Gliding gently along the waterways, visitors can admire Port Grimaud from the water and appreciate the unique architecture and tranquil atmosphere of the village. The ride is intentionally without commentary out of respect for the residents, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the calm and beauty of the surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAfter the boat tour, there is time to explore Port Grimaud on foot, stroll along the quays, browse local shops, or enjoy a drink at a café by the water. This excursion offers a delightful blend of serenity, discovery, and Provençal charm, making it an unforgettable moment along the French Riviera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA short bus ride will then take you to the town of Sainte-Maxime. With the beautiful clear waters of the Mediterranean to the south and the Maures mountains to the north, Sainte Maxime has breathtaking views in every direction. The streets of the town are pedestrian-only so there is ample opportunity to visit the shops and cafés opposite the harbor. This stretch of the Riviera coast has 87 beaches, each with a different name and personality. One of the best-loved beaches is Sainte-Maxime’s “Plage du Centre Ville.” In August 1944, Sainte-Maxime played a key role in Operation Dragoon, the Allied landing that helped liberate southern France. Memorials along the beach honor the U.S. and Allied forces who took part.\u003cbr\u003eA guide will accompany our group from the Feast site to provide commentary about the history of the two towns. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Club Miléade La Gaillarde 2026","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47966006116507,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0226\/4867\/files\/Grimaud_harbor2.jpg?v=1770314508","url":"https:\/\/feast-in-france.myshopify.com\/products\/port-grimaud-sainte-maxime","provider":"Club Miléade Les Issambres La Gaillarde","version":"1.0","type":"link"}