Sunset Bliss: Boat Excursion with Aperitif on French Riviera
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Nice, France
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Set sail aboard a semi-rigid boat on this small-group sunset excursion along the French Riviera. Visit the creek of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and soak in its natural beauty or take a dip in its sparkling waters (swimming only for those able to do so). Continue to Villefranche-sur-Mer and enjoy a traditional Niçoise aperitif and wine as you admire coastal views. Finish watching the sun set over the Bay of Angels.
- Sail along the French Riviera during the atmospheric evening hours
- Enjoy a traditional Niçoise aperitif and wine onboard
- Anchor in Nice to watch the dazzling colours of sunset
- Swimming allowed only for passengers able to swim for safety reasons
What's Included
- SnacksApéritif de spécialités Niçoises
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Music on board
- Skipper
- Life jacket
- Gratuities
- Towel
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Balades en mer, Boat Trips | Nissa CroisièresEn face de l'arrêt de Tramway "Port Lympia, Quai Napoléon 1er, 06300 Nice, France
In front of tramway stop "Port Lympia" Passengers must arrive at least 30 minutes before departure. Late arrivals will not be accepted, and no refunds will be issued in case of delay.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Villefranche-sur-Mer
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Nice
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- No restroom on board for this activity
- Passengers must arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Late arrivals will not be accepted, and no refunds will be issued in case of delay.
- Prohibited for pregnant women
- Prohibited for children under 5 years old or people over 75 years.
- Prohibited to people weighing more than 110 kgs
- For safety reasons, passengers who are unable to swim are not permitted to enter the water.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
based on 75 reviews
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Sue_S, Aug 2026
The experience is really fun and loose. The sights are gorgeous and our guide Nate really helped get the mood going. Would recommend for a fun and beautiful evening.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
This means a lot, thank you! We’re passionate about what we do and it’s always wonderful to hear that our guests can feel that during the trip.
Elenita_B, Aug 2026
The boat is not as comfortable as I expected, but the captain was excellent. Scenery was beautiful. Sunset nice.
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Thanks elenita!
Catherine_M, Aug 2026
This was a lovely sunset cruise. We were on a small cruiser that had seating for 14 or 16. I believe there were 12 of us on our boat. Our tour guide was very informative and shared stories and information about each of the sites we were passing. I didn't care for some of the music played (I believe it was linked to the areas where we were) but one of the songs was a rap song with foul language and in my opinion did not add anything positive to the experience. Was much happier when the song was over!!! Little difficult to understand our tour guides accent but he was speaking English and his English is 100% better than my French. There is a stop for about 45 minutes when you can take a dip in the Mediterranean. Somehow I missed that in the description. No problem, I didn't miss out, I got in the water in my dress! There is snorkel gear and noodles provided if interested. Focaccia Bread, Rose wine, and Water provided at the swimming stop. We stopped at 2 different sunset views and both were beautiful. Had a few speed bursts as well on the way back which everyone seemed to enjoy. We had a great group of people on this tour which added to the fun. It was wonderful to see the coastline of Nice from the water!
Response from Host, Sept 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip
Thank you as well for your feedback regarding the music. We completely understand your comment, especially regarding inappropriate language, and it’s something we’ll keep in mind when reviewing our onboard playlists.
It sounds like you had a wonderful group on board, which always makes the experience even more special. Thank you again for joining us and for sharing your evening with our team! 🌅🌊
Kyra_W, July 2026
Very fun boat to ride on and the tour was filled with information on the area. Liked the opportunity to swim.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you! 😄 Glad you enjoyed the ride, a little local knowledge, some time in the water and a fun boat is a pretty good combination! Thanks for coming along with us.
Soraia_A, July 2026
I was on board with Damian and JB (i think). They were both great and entertaining. Both did a great job. I went alone and still had a good time. 10/10 would recommend. Thank you guys🙂↕️
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you! 🙂 Coming alone and leaving with a 10/10 is a pretty good result 😄 We had a lot of fun having you on board too. Hope to see you again someday!
stacia_v, July 2026
What a great way to begin our vacation. We got off the plane, freshened up, walked through old town and then to meet the boat tour group. Antoine was our captain and was a delight! He was safe, fun, and took the time to explain what we were seeing and made it funny and interesting. He had wine and ciabatta for us. Would highly recommend seeing Nice and adjacent coastline from this vantage point!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Straight from the plane to the boat… I like your style 😂 Thanks for choosing to start your vacation with me! I really enjoyed having you on board and I hope the rest of your trip was just as much fun. Thanks for the recommendation!
Tyler_H, July 2026
Such a perfect way to see the coastline and have a ton of fun doing it. Our guide Nate was amazing, so informative and funny. Everything you want from a tour guide. Make sure wear a swimsuit too you will definitely want to jump in the water when you’re anchored. Plenty of wine and fresh baked focaccia (from Nate’s girlfriend). Truly a magical experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much! 😄 I’m glad you had such a good time with me.
Abby_W, July 2026
They were absolutely amazing! My husband and I did this as part of our one year anniversary and they surprised us with a magical sunset playing titanic music and my husband and I had a “jack and rose” moment at the front of the boat. IF I FOULD GIVE THIS a HUNDRED STAR RATING, I would!!!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
So happy we could be a little part of your anniversary. Wishing you both many more years together… and maybe another “Jack & Rose” moment with us one day 😄🥂
Thank you for the 100 stars!!
ELIZABETH_S, July 2026
This was a super fun way to end a day in Nice! The sunset was beautiful and offered lots of opportunities for gorgeous pictures. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable about the sites, and we got to stop part way through to swim and have wine and homemade foccacia (delicieux!). One word of caution: the boat is uncovered so be sure to wear sunscreen and perhaps a hat.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you! 😊 A sunset, a swim, some wine and homemade focaccia… not a bad way to finish a day in Nice! 😄 Glad you enjoyed the evening, and thanks for the sunscreen tip for future guests!
Michaela_B, July 2026
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this experience. Nathan was excellent - both friendly and knowledgeable. We also got to pause and swim for bit, and goggles and floaties were provided. The wine and focaccia we had on board were also delicious.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you both! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the whole experience. And I’m happy to hear the wine and focaccia got your approval too — very important part of the trip 😄
Krista_M, June 2026
Great ending to the day! Nathan was a fabulous tour guide and made the tour very memorable. His positive energy is contagious making the trip for fun for everyone. (And the homemade focaccia bread was delicious!)
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you! 😊 Great sunset, good people and focaccia… that makes my job pretty easy 😄 Really happy you enjoyed the evening with us!
Steph_J, June 2026
This was the best boat trip ever! My husband and I and two friends booked it for our first day in Nice! It was a magical experience! We loved every minute of it!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
What a way to start your time in Nice! 😄 So happy the four of you had such a great first day with us. “Best boat trip ever” is a pretty hard compliment to beat — thank you! 🌊
Erica_L, June 2026
Nathan was absolutely amazing! He made the trip so special and fun. It was the highlight of my visit to Nice! The views and swim were wonderful as well as homemade focaccia bread and local wine. Everyone on board were friends by the end of the trip
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much! 😊 Hearing that it was the highlight of your visit to Nice makes me very happy! Good views, a swim, focaccia, wine… and strangers becoming friends by the end, that’s exactly the kind of trip we love 😄
Milo_P, June 2026
We had so much fun on this tour. Nathan was a brilliant captain, guide, bartender and photographer! He was so friendly and funny which made the trip. The scenery was beautiful and the vibes were top, would definitely recommend this!!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you!! 😄 Captain, guide, bartender AND photographer… I’m going to need a bigger job title 😂 Really glad you enjoyed the scenery and the good vibes. It was a pleasure having you on board!
Heather_R, June 2026
Wonderful time! Highly recommend! Our guide Nathan was amazing. The trip is very relaxing and a great way to see the coastline. Sunset is beautiful!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much! 😊 The sunset from the water really is something special. I’m glad you could relax, enjoy the coastline and just take it all in. It was a pleasure having you on board!
Carrington_A, June 2026
By the time I booked this tour I had booked quite a few other tours for our two weeks in Europe, so to be honest I didn't pay quite as much attention to the details. When we arrived I was a little surprised about the size and layout of the boat but that's on me for not paying more attention when I booked. What you see in the pictures is what you get. You get onto this boat when you are in a harbor full of yachts so we weren't exactly sure what to expect and a little underwhelmed by the boat itself. That being said, we ended up loving the tour and I'm quite sure everyone else on our boat did as well!! Our tour guide was great. He had so many fun stories and interesting facts and it gave us such a beautiful view of the coastline. The water was cold so my husband was the only one who hopped in but they had snorkel's and noodles to use if you were in the water. We did this on our first night in Nice and it was a great way to get our bearings and appreciate the beauty of the area. When we stopped and took a break the guide had homemade focaccia and wine and everyone got to move around, take pictures and soak it all in. It felt very personal and was a very fun experience the area.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thanks so much! 😄 I love that the boat wasn’t quite what you expected at first, but the trip ended up winning you over! Really glad you enjoyed the stories, the coastline and the little focaccia and wine break. A great way to start your stay in Nice! 🌊
Carly_B, May 2026
Exactly as described, Nathan was a great captain, offering information about the local area as we went.. We had a great time
Robert_K, May 2026
Beautiful views and calm boat motion. Tour leader is doing a fine job of trying to learn English, but he is not there yet. Very little commentary about what we were seeing. Half hour late returning, which interfered with dinner reservation. 12 people maximum capacity boat.
Kathleen_M, May 2026
My family of 6 age range 14-70 had so much fun. Highly recommend. Our guide/captain was a lot of fun and made the trip so memorable. Don’t hesitate to go.
Nkosi_M, Apr 2026
The views were magnificent. Our tour guide was knowledgeable. The wine and snacks were enjoyable. Great sunset photos.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Nkosi, thank you so much for your feedback. It’s always nice to hear that our passengers enjoyed the experience. Our snacks are homemade, and we’d be happy to send you the recipe if you liked it! We hope to see you again soon ⛵️
LisaHooley, Apr 2026
It was fun and our hosts were very personable. Would recommend to friends and family. Beautiful scenery
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Our captain also had a great time with you on board. You’re always welcome to visit us again if you’re ever back in Nice ☺️
Fonda_M, Sept 2025
Fun, exciting and relaxing. The captains are friendly and helpful. Wine was good and great activity!
Response from Host, Sept 2025
Your kind words made our day! Come back anytime for more laughs and dives 🤿✨.
Janice_M, Aug 2025
This was such a memorable trip. It was well organised, fun and delivered exactly what I had hoped for!
Response from Host, Sept 2025
Love hearing this! We always want our trips to feel easy, fun, and exactly what people hope for. Really happy it worked out that way for you.
Emma_S, June 2025
We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend! This was a great way to see the beautiful coastline.
Response from Host, June 2025
Such a pleasure to read your words – thank you for sailing with us ⚓
Stephanie_S, May 2025
We recently did this tour on a trip to Nice. Jean-Baptiste ("JB") was very friendly and added interesting tidbits about the area. He even served local favorite pissaladiere and had various beverages available. Highly recommend, worth the price! P.S. Give yourself enough time to locate the boat in the marina and arrive early. The instructions provided were straightforward, but there is no signage so it was still a bit difficult to find.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour, the local flavors and of course JB’s great energy and regional insights! He truly loves sharing the spirit of Nice with our guests.
Hope to see you again!
Rebecca_L, Oct 2024
What an absolutely amazing evening! It was very easy to find the meeting point, our guides were so much fun, and it was a gorgeous sunset! I chose not to swim and enjoy wine and a snack. They had pissaladiere, which was very tasty! The boat ride was a mix of calm and slow, and fast and fun! We even saw a dolphin!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
We truly appreciate your kind words!
It means a lot to us and we hope to see you again soon.
Ashley_L, Sept 2024
Do not book this tour ! It’s a scam! Beware !! Don’t waste your money ! You can see in the reviews he’s done this before.
You will get incorrect information about start time and where to meet. He will then ignore you and won’t offer to reschedule.
We took a $35 Uber and sat waiting for 30 mins until we gave up. Still trying to get my money back but he’s refusing.
Response from Host, Sept 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about your frustration. However, I would like to clarify the situation to ensure everything is transparent.
The meeting point and start time were communicated to you in advance, both at the time of booking and via a reminder SMS that I sent the morning of the excursion. I even have a record of this communication, which I’m happy to share with you.
Unfortunately, since this was a shared excursion with other guests who arrived on time, we could not delay the departure to accommodate your late arrival. This is a policy we have in place to ensure fairness to all participants. We always strive to offer the best experience for everyone involved, and it would not have been right to shorten the tour for those who were punctual.
Best regards,
Leah_H, July 2024
If I could give the tour operator and this company 0 stars I would, the tour operator displays false information on the event page and will leave without you on the tour. He will lie to prevent you from getting your money back too. This is a FRAUD. DO NOT BOOK.
Response from Host, July 2024
Hello Leah Hensley,
Yeah, I know who you are and I am well aware of the incident that occurred on July 6th.
As stated in the activity description, all passengers must arrive at least 30 minutes before the excursion begins to receive a safety briefing.
Each morning, we send a reminder to all our passengers to reinforce this rule, even though we are not obligated to do so. You read this message on WhatsApp at 08:12, which confirms that you were fully aware of the meeting time (18:45) for the excursion.
At 18:45, when you had not arrived, we called you. You responded that you did not care and that you would arrive at 19:15. I politely explained that this was not possible as 19:15 was the departure time, not the meeting time. For obvious safety reasons, it was essential for you to be present at the specified time for the briefing.
It is also important to note that you booked a shared excursion. The other passengers should not have their experience shortened due to a delay you had been adequately informed about. Additionally, despite the circumstances, you were refunded for this excursion.
Your claims are not accurate, as you were clearly informed and even received a refund.
Bailey_S, July 2024
This was a highlight of our trip! Our boat driver Leo was knowledgeable and told us a lot of interesting facts about the Nice coastline. He knew great spots for sunset pictures and gave us a lot of time to swim around and use the snorkel equipment. We had a fantastic time!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dear Bailey,
You were really nice passengers, thank you very much for coming!
Eric_H, July 2024
The crew were very kind and relaxed. We enjoyed speeding around, enjoying the scenery. Our trip was filled with newly weds, and we all enjoyed talking and telling stories. We drank, we swam, we had a great time. It was beautiful and romantic. Would highly recommend this evening on the water!
Response from Host, July 2024
C'est super que vous ayez fait de belles rencontres !
A très vite
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