Top French Riviera How to Get Around

Monaco is one of Europe’s most glamorous destinations, but it can be pricey to stay in Monte Carlo. A more convenient option is to visit on a small-group day tour from Nice, which covers key highlights such as the Formula 1 circuit, Monte Carlo Casino, and the Prince’s Palace. To round out the visit, stop by the picturesque, hilltop villages of Èze and La Turbie.

Enjoy a more personal way to explore the scenic highlights of Nice's Old Town, Vieux Nice—and sample many of the city's classic dishes and flavors en route—on this small-group walking and tasting tour. With your guide, visit markets, delis, and specialty food shops in town, and learn how locals shop and prepare meals. Look forward to sampling everything from pissaladière onion tart to socca chickpea-flour pancakes, plus local wine and olive oil.

Cruise the coastal curve of the French Riviera to St Tropez on a full-day excursion from Nice. Gaze at sweeping ocean vistas as you sail the Mediterranean Sea to the glamorous town of St Tropez, famed for the famous faces that frequent the opulent resort. Spend a day exploring at your leisure and discover alluring attractions like St Tropez Church and St Tropez Citadel. Alternatively, browse sophisticated boutiques for designer clothes, sample seafood specials at gourmet restaurants, and lounge on the powdery soft sand of the town’s pristine beaches. Return to Nice by boat at the end of your relaxing day.

Monaco is one of the most popular side trips from Nice, but group tours often pack multiple stops into one day and can feel rushed. On this private tour, you’re in full control: Choose a half or full-day itinerary and select which stops to include. Enjoy a relaxed pace with extra time in Eze and Monte Carlo, or add on additional stops at Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Villefranche-sur-Mer, or St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat along the way.

Medieval Èze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo are widely considered the jewels in the French Riviera’s crown—but organizing transportation to reach them independently from Nice takes up valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Nice hotel and visit all three destinations in one adventurous day. Discover top attractions like the Grand Casino and the Fragonard Perfumery, and admire uninterrupted views over Villefranche-sur-Mer.

Learn about the history of French wine production and get plenty of tastings in while you're at it with this half-day tour to Saint Paul de Vence and area wineries. This tour includes round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle so that you can taste wines safely, without having to worry about driving after drinking.

Just 15 minutes off the coast of Cannes is a natural oasis waiting to be explored. Board a ferry to the lle Sainte-Marguerite—about a half-mile off shore from the French Riviera—for a relaxing morning or afternoon, depending on which departure you choose. Once on the island time is yours to hike, birdwatch or do some cultural exploring at the maritime museum. lle Sainte-Marguerite is also home to Fort Royal, a 17th century prison once housing the 'Man in the Iron Mask.' Private tours of the fort (own expense) are available.

While most French Riviera tours stick to the coast, this full-day tour takes you inland to explore the picturesque medieval villages in the surrounding hills. Visit the Fragonard perfume factory in Grasse, admire the views from Gourdon’s medieval castle, and follow in the footsteps of artists such as Chagall and Picasso in St-Paul-de-Vence. The route also includes Tourrettes-sur-Loup, known for its violets, with a stop to sample violet ice cream.

This half-day walking tour of Nice highlights the region’s cuisine by taking you off the beaten path to cafés and eateries loved by locals. In addition to navigating, your guide tells stories often unheard by visitors about the city’s history and culture. The itinerary includes tastings at specialty establishments, drink stops, and all necessary public transit. To ensure a personal experience, the group is capped at 12 guests.

Colorful Provence boasts some of France’s most beautiful countryside scenery, but organizing transportation to explore solo from the French Riviera takes time and effort. On this tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Nice hotel and see the best of Provence in a day. With your guide at the wheel, spin to must-see sites like Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, and enjoy uninterrupted views over the rural landscapes.

Make your way from Cannes to St Tropez the best way possible – by boat. Relax as the Mediterranean breezes tousle your hair as you cruise along the French Riviera, taking in the beautiful coastal views along the way. Enjoy a day of free time in St Tropez to explore as you like – browse the shops, lounge at cafe tables, sightsee and watch for celebrities – before taking the ferry back to Cannes.

Glamorous Monaco and glitzy Monte Carlo are considered the jewels in the crown of the French Riviera—and when night falls, these seaside towns take on a whole new look and feel. On this tour, enjoy round-trip transport from your Nice hotel and see the best of the French Riviera with ease. Take a spin along the world-famous Formula 1 track, and soak up the atmosphere among the stylish casinos.

Discover the glamor and glitz of Monaco on a full-day excursion to the opulent country from Nice. Cruise along the French Riviera during an idyllic 45-minute ferry ride and then arrive amid the glittering yachts and sophisticated shops of Monte Carlo. Spend the day exploring the country’s alluring attractions at your leisure, visiting landmarks like the Prince’s Palace and the grand Casino of Monte Carlo. Return to the ferry port at a pre-arranged time and enjoy splendid ocean vies as you sail back along the Mediterranean Coast.

Discover the highlights of the French Riviera during a private day tour from Nice to Eze and Monaco. Take the scenic route along the Middle Corniche road, pausing at photo-worthy viewpoints overlooking Nice and the Mediterranean. Tour the Medieval hilltop town of Eze and glamorous Monaco. Enjoy personalized attention from your private guide as you see the beauty of the French Riviera.

Find out if you have what it takes to be a master perfumer during this hands-on workshop at the Molinard perfume boutique in Nice. Discover what makes French perfumes so prized, and learn how skilled mixologists combine different bases, fragrances, and oils to make sweet-smelling concoctions. Then, try your own hand at perfumery by blending ingredients to create your own signature scent to take home in a vial.

Go beyond Cannes, the celebrity-studded star of the French Riviera, and visit two of the region's most beautiful towns on this full-day tour from Nice. Stroll the luxurious shopping boulevard of La Croisette, and see the Palace of Festivals, home to the iconic Cannes Film Festival. Next, head to glamorous, seaside Antibes and charming Saint-Paul-de-Vence, renowned for its connection with artists such as Matisse and Picasso.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival to the French Riviera area or Monaco with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Nice International Airport, and relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence in Monaco, Cannes, Eze, Cannes La Bocca or Mandelieu-la-Napoule. These private vehicles can accommodate up to six passengers.

There’s so much to see and do along the French Riviera that it’s impossible to fit it all into one day—this private tour comes close. Start with a visit to the perfume town of Eze, followed by the highlights of Monte Carlo in Monaco, then spend the afternoon visiting Antibes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Cannes. Travel at your own pace with a private guide, stopping as often as you like to take photos.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to Nice International Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your Nice hotel, and relax on the journey to the airport in a comfortable sedan or minivan (depending on the size of your group).

Provence is renowned for its fine wines and this half-day tasting tour from Nice visits two of the region’s organic wineries. Learn more about French winemaking and classifications on a winery tour; sample organic red, white, and rosé wines during expert-led wine tastings; and taste regional specialties including candied fruits, violet flowers, olive oil, and chocolates.

This experience is part of the Legendary Tours collection by Happy French RivieraⓇ, designed as a continuous and immersive journey through the Verdon Gorge. The itinerary follows major panoramic roads, including the Route Napoléon, with an additional stop in Grasse. Travel takes place in a panoramic-roof vehicle, ensuring constant immersion in the landscapes, the gorges and the natural lines that shape the Verdon. The experience includes a pedal boat crossing inside the Verdon Gorge, allowing the canyon to be discovered from the water. The route also passes through the iconic lavender landscapes of Haute-Provence, adding a distinctive sensory dimension. The experience is intentionally limited, ensuring a fluid pace, a serene atmosphere, and an experience close to that of a private tour.

Saint-Tropez takes pride of place on France’s Côte d'Azur, with spectacular seaside views. On this hassle-free, small-group tour, see the best of Saint-Tropez and the surrounding area with your driver at the wheel, and leave all the logistics and planning to someone else. Begin with a sightseeing tour of neighboring Port Grimaud, follow in the footsteps of your favorite movie stars in glitzy Saint Tropez, and then enjoy free time to soak up the atmosphere in the pretty Old Town.

Spend the day sightseeing along the glittering French Riviera on this full-day explorer tour from Nice, which helps you cover more ground in less time. Visit the Palace of Festivals, La Croisette Boulevard, and the Walk of Fame in star-studded Cannes and gawp at the lavish yachts in Billionaires’ Quay. Stop to visit the ’Trophy of the Alps’ in La Turbie and enjoy the views from Eze en-route to Monaco. Finally, head to glamorous Monte Carlo to try your luck at the iconic Monte Carlo Casino and see the famous Formula One Grand Prix circuit.

Discover the highlights of Nice, without having to map out your own route, on this comprehensive group e-bike tour. A great introduction for first-time visitors to the city, follow your guide as you explore the Old Town, the Green Corridor, the ancient port, Castle Hill, the waterfront Promenade des Anglais, and more. What's more, let your e-bike do the heavy work and avoid sore legs as you navigate steeper terrain.