Free time in Monaco to dine at one of its prestigious restaurants (own expense) or try your luck at the Grand Casino.
Program
In the end of the afternoon, we will come and pick you up at your accommodation in Cannes. Meet your English speaking tour guide who will go over the itinerary and program of the evening with you. Then, board your premium A/C vehicle and begin your private tour. Start to make your way to French Riviera and the principality of Monaco.Historically, Monaco was part of France, but in 1215, it became a ...
Meet your English speaking local guide
In the end of the afternoon, we will come and pick you up at your accommodation in Cannes. Meet your English speaking tour guide who will go over the itinerary and program of the evening with you. Then, board your premium A/C vehicle and begin your private tour. Start to make your way to French Riviera and the principality of Monaco.
A bit of History about Monaco
Historically, Monaco was part of France, but in 1215, it became a colony of Genoa (Italy) through a land grant from Emperor Henry VI. The Grimaldi family settled in Monaco in 1297 and ancestors of the family have controlled the principality for over 715 years now.
In 1419, the Grimaldi family acquired Monaco from the French ruling family of Aragon. Monaco has since been under Spanish, Italian and Sardinian protection. In 1793, French revolutionary troops captured Monaco, keeping it until 1814, when the Grimaldi family returned to power. Today, Monaco is governed by a constitutional monarchy, but is a protectorate of France.
In 1949, Prince Rainier III ascended to the throne of Monaco and married the beautiful American actress, Grace Kelly in 1956. Prince Rainier III played an important role in bringing economic prosperity to the area and his wife played a large part in promoting the arts and bringing glamour to the small nation. Together, they had three children, Caroline, Albert and Stephanie.