Unforgettable Private Shore Trip: Monaco to Nice, St Paul de Vence & Cannes

Private French Riviera Shore Excursion from Monaco

Enjoy a full-day trip to some of the most beautiful towns and villages of the French Riviera. Your day begins with pick up at your cruise ship in Monaco Port of Call. Before the start of the tour, your guide will introduce you to the area and to the different sites you will be seeing on this full-day tour dedicated to the most renowned towns and villages of the Côte d’Azur. This private tour is a perfect introduction to the region if you only have a short time in port.

Discover Nice

Arrive in Nice, jewel of the Côte d’Azur. Marvel at the beauty of the Promenade des Anglais and explore the Old Town with its famous flower market. The city also boasts notable museums and a rich architectural heritage, from 16th-century houses to elegant 19th-century façades that reflect its rise as a fashionable resort. Your guide will also take you up to Mont Boron, where you will enjoy a panoramic view over the city and the Bay of Angels.

Saint-Paul-de-Vence Village

Continue to Saint-Paul-de-Vence, one of the many perched villages set in the Provençal hills. From its origins as a military stronghold, it has preserved its ramparts, guard walkways, cannons, and other historic features. The village is also famous for the many painters, writers, and film-makers who have been drawn here by the Mediterranean light and peaceful atmosphere.

Picasso, Matisse, Chagall, and Renoir are just a few of the artists who spent time in this small paradise to focus on their work. You will have time to explore the village, strolling the narrow, picturesque streets from the Royal Gate to the Southern Gate and admiring beautiful stone facades from the 16th and 17th centuries. Other highlights include the Folon Chapel, the Fondation Maeght, and renowned restaurants such as La Colombe d’Or.

Walk on the famous Croisette in Cannes

Arrive in Cannes and walk along the famous Croisette Boulevard, lined with the Film Festival Palace, designer boutiques, and elegant sandy beaches. Embellished with palm trees and lined with luxury cafés, upscale shops, and grand hotels, Cannes has become one of the most iconic towns on the French Riviera.

You will see where the world-famous film festival takes place near the Palais des Festivals and the conference center. Most of your time here will be spent discovering the town, soaking up the glamorous atmosphere, and enjoying excellent shopping opportunities.

Return to Monaco Cruise Port

After your stop in Cannes, it will be time to head back to Monaco. Your guide will drive you back to the port and drop you off at your cruise ship, bringing your French Riviera shore excursion to a relaxed and memorable close.