Private Full-Day Tour on the French Riviera from Nice

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Nice, France

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Most day trips from Nice either head west to Cannes or east to Monaco, but this private tour covers both in one day. Start by visiting Cannes highlights, including the Walk of Fame and Boulevard de la Croisette, then stop to admire Millionaire’s Bay in Antibes and visit hilltop St-Paul-de-Vence. On the way to Monaco, tour the Fragonard Perfume Factory in Eze and the Roman ruins of La Turbie, then spend the rest of the day in Monte Carlo.

Perfect tour for time-crunched or first-time visitors to the French Riviera
Visit six picturesque towns along the French Riviera, all in one day
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for a seamless experience
Enjoy a personalized private tour and the undivided attention of your guide

What's Included

Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Transport by private vehicle

Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

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.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Start your tour with pick-up from your central Nice hotel by your private guide, then set out along the coast towards Cannes. Enjoy the views along the idyllic Mediterranean coast as you journey along the French Riviera, and after an around 45-minute drive, arrive in glamorous Cannes.

Discover why Cannes has been dubbed the ‘Hollywood of France’ as you admire the legendary Palais des Festivals, where the annual Cannes Film Festival is held, and stroll along the ‘Path of the Stars’, Cannes’ version of Hollywood’s ‘Walk of Fame’. While you’re there, use your free time to marvel at the views along the glittering seafront promenade of La Croisette, stroll along the beach, or visit the 17th-century Fort Royal (own expense).

Continue to the market town of Antibes, where highlights include Picasso’s house, and ‘Billionaire’s Bay’, nicknamed for its row upon row of luxurious yachts – a reminder of the high-flying celebrities, royals, and business tycoons that vacation in the French Riviera.

Make a stop in the charming hilltop village of Saint-Paul-De-Vence, where you’ll have time to stroll the cobbled streets, admire the medieval architecture, and learn the legacy of former residents including artists such as Jacques Raverat and Marc Chagrall. Then, head back along the coast to Eze to take a tour of the Fragonard perfume factory and learn the secrets of one of France’s most prestigious perfume brands. Continue to nearby La Turbie, where the star attraction is the dramatic ruin of the Trophy of the Alps, a 164-foot (50 meters) tall monument dating back to 6BC.

After crossing the border into Monaco, head straight for Monte Carlo, where you’ll have the rest of the day to take in the highlights at your own pace. Perhaps pose for photos by the landmark Rock of Monaco; watch the Changing of the Guards at the Prince’s Palace; admire architectural wonders such as the Justice Palace and Monte Carlo Cathedral; or visit the Oceanographic Museum (own expense).

Finally, pay a visit to the world-famous Monte Carlo casino, built in 1878 by architect Charles Garnier, and drive around the legendary Grand Prix track, where the annual Formula One Monaco Grand Prix is held.

After an action-packed day, return to Nice, where your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

Cannes

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Antibes

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St-Paul-de-Vence

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Gratuity is not included but is expected
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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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

5.0

based on 16 reviews

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Small group tour with Zara!

Rick_F, Sep 2025

Zara was exceptional. She stayed in contact with us due to the strike and when her arrival time would be etc. she was very friendly and very knowledgeable and highly recommend her for any tour.! She took us to beautiful places and found a wonderful lunch place for us as well and made the reservations and picked us up promptly. It was exceptional.!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Dear Rick, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Zara made your tour exceptional. Her proactive communication, friendliness, and knowledge truly make a difference, and it’s wonderful that she guided you to beautiful spots and even arranged a fantastic lunch. We really appreciate your high recommendation and are so glad your experience was seamless and memorable. We’d love to welcome you back for another exceptional tour in the future! Warm regards,

Nicholas super guide

Louise_O, Jul 2025

We had a super day with our guide Nicholas he was super friendly very helpful and informative and we managed to visit Cannes, Monaco and Villefranche all at a great leisurely pace.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Dear Louise, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Nicholas made your day enjoyable, friendly, and informative. It’s great that you were able to explore Cannes, Monaco, and Villefranche at a comfortable and leisurely pace. We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to welcome you again soon for more fantastic tours! Best regards,

We had a great day with...

Justin_D, May 2025

We had a great day with our tour guide, Zara! She had a great plan for our day and allowed for adjustments so we could experience what we wanted. She even booked us an excellent lunch reservation at a beautiful restaurant. We would recommend this to anyone wanting to see many cities in a day without feeling rushed!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Bonjour, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are glad to to see you enjoyed your tour. It would be a real pleasure to meet you again! Have a good day 😊

Highly recommend this...

elizabethgracemole, May 2025

Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the beauty and elegance of the Riviera through the eyes of a true local expert.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Elizabeth, Thank you so much for your kind recommendation! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and experienced the beauty and elegance of the Riviera through the eyes of our local experts. It’s always our goal to share the very best of this incredible region. We hope to welcome you again soon for another unforgettable experience! Best regards,

French Rivieria

George_H, Aug 2024

Xavavier, our tour guide, was outstanding Very knowledgeable and accommodating We loved it Could not have asked for a better experience

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Bonjour, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience on TripAdvisor. We are glad to to see you enjoyed your tour with your guide. We will forward your message on to Xavier, he'll love it. It would be a real pleasure to meet you again! Have a good day :)

Couples trip to nice

MaryAnn_H, Oct 2023

Amazing day and an amazing guide Ben arrived in time in an immaculate van and tailored our trip to what we wanted. He was attentive and asked us what we wanted to see and even came up with some hidden gems. We didn't know anything about from start to finish. It was wonderful.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hello, Our team would like to thank you for your wonderful comment. You are our inspiration in doing our very best!

Exceptional private tour

Jettdak, Oct 2023

Michael was a superb guide. He listened to us about what we wanted to focus on, gave us the time we wanted in each town, showed us special look outs. Exceptional tour!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for visiting our beautiful region! We are glad you were able to have a memorable and enjoyable trip! Have a great week! Thanks again for choosing us! Regards

A must for 1st timers!

Sandy_H, Aug 2023

This tour was well worth every dollar (imo) because we get a taste of the French Riviera in one day. We hit all the popular places without even having to figure out our itinerary. Trinh, our private guide, showed up before our scheduled time and waited for us. He asked what we wanted to see and showed us those areas (Cannes and Monaco) plus more (Eze village, etc.). He took us to every photo opt places so we can take home our memories. What’s great about all this is how we can conveniently leave our stuff in his minivan without any issues. Trinh spent a lot of time explaining the histories of each city/village that we went to. Spent a good 2 hours in Monaco and had lunch there. Great option for anyone traveling with a little one and/or older parents. Thanks, Trinh!

A GREAT tour to learn about the region of Nice, Cannes and Monaco!

Sandra_H, Jun 2023

This tour was AMAZING!! Belo, our tour guide was a joy to be with. He picked us up at a meeting hotel showing up early, charismatic and warm, we felt almost immediately we were off to a great day! His van was very clean and accommodated all 6 of us very comfortably. Belo was very professional, polite and knew the history of the Nice, Cannes, Antibes, St Paul de Vence and Monaco like the back of his hand! With a wealth of knowledge, it made our whole experience very interesting and informative. We didn’t feel rushed and he communicated great. We knew how much time we had at each location and meeting points to ensure a smooth trip. As someone that does a LOT of research before booking a service, we felt Belo went out of his way to provide us with the experience of a lifetime. He made a point to stop to admire the best views and photo opportunities. I would recommend this to anyone looking to get to know the area of Nice, Cannes and Monaco in depth. Needless to say we will book tours with him again on our next trip!!