The best French Riviera Full-day from Villefranche Small-Group Shore Excursion

4.4 (28 reviews) Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the stunning highlights of the French Riviera on this shore excursion from Villefranche, located just up the coast from Nice. Begin by admiring Billionaire’s Quay in Antibes, then continue to the iconic Festival Palace (Palais des Festivals et des Congrès) in Cannes. Head to Eze, where you’ll visit the Fragonard perfumery and explore the charming hilltop village with breathtaking views. There are a few steps to climb to reach the top of the village. Your final stop is glamorous Monaco, where you’ll see the majestic Prince's Palace (Palais Princier), the extravagant casinos of Monte Carlo, and the famous Formula One Grand Prix race track.

Throughout the tour, the guide will share interesting facts in the minivan, allowing you plenty of free time to explore at your own pace.

For cruisers, in the event of a last-minute port of call cancellation, an exceptional 50% refund will be offered upon request.

What's included

  • Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Professional guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

What to expect

  1. Boulevard De La Croisette
    Pass by
    After being picked-up at your hotel by our English-speaking tour guide, you will head towards the motorway (speedway) and shoot off from there to the the scintillating town of Cannes.
    Explore the city and discover its magnificent palaces along the Croisette boulevard : the Carlton, the Majestic or the Martinez where the stars are staying during the Film Festival.
  2. Palais des Festivals et des Congres of Cannes
    20m
    Take the opportunity to walk on the famous red carpet covering the world famous steps of the Palais des Festivals - where it all takes place in May - you might feel like walking up ‘the 24 steps of glory’ and perhaps strike your most graceful pose on the red carpet. Do have a look at the local Walk of Fame with its celebrities’ handprints before you go, too.
  3. Antibes
    15m
    Once the high-end boutiques and splendid hotels of Cannes are left behind, you will take the coastal road to Antibes which traverses the summer resorts of Golfe-Juan and Juan-les-Pins, both steeped in history as well as ongoing events. You’ve now reached Antibes, or Antipolis as the Greeks had first named it. A town which played the role of sentinel for the country during many centuries, hence its ramparts circling the Old Town. There you might consider strolling along those XVth century walls and Grimaldi Castle - nowadays the Picasso museum.
    Then your guide will drive you out of the Old Town. Once past Antibes’ large marina and its ‘Billionaires’ Quay‘, you will proceed along the coastline until you reach the town of Villeneuve-Loubet with its extraordinary ‘Marina of the Bay of Angels’ from where you will go inland towards your last site visit.
  4. La Turbie
    Pass by
    Admire the sight of the most ancient Roman vestige on the French Riviera: the ’Trophy of the Alps’ in the village of La Turbie.
  5. Vieux Eze
    30m
    Not even midway, and you will then take a halt to venture into one of France’s prettiest villages: Eze, filled with history and offering a stunning location over 400 meters right above sea, a truly unique place on earth.
  6. 40m
    Meet up again with your driver and, just around the corner, seize the chance to visit the renowned Fragonard Perfume Factory and discover the secrets of this realm of fragrances…
  7. Prince's Palace of Monaco
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Descent towards the state-city of Monaco and its Palace on the ’Rock’, in time for the change of the guards(morning only). You will be given some free time to wander around the old town for a souvenir maybe, or even admire the view from the St. Martin Gardens, and definitely visit Monaco’s Cathedral and its chapel of the late sovereign Princes and Princesses.
  8. Cathedrale Notre-Dame-Immaculee
    10m
    Definitely visit Monaco’s Cathedral and its chapel of the late sovereign Princes and Princesses.
  9. Casino De Monte-carlo
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Make a stop at Monte-Carlo’s Casino and its display of luxury cars beside and get the chance to gamble few coins inside this magnificent building (17€, afternoon only) and capture with eyes and memory only its beautiful inner architecture.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your guide will come to pick you up at the time mentionned on your voucher in front of your Hotel/address.
We recommend you to be ready in advance. The guide will not be able to wait with other clients.
Thank you very much and we wish you a pleasant tour.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Folding wheelchair accessible
  • Gratuity is not included but is expected
  • Passport is required to enter the Casino

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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