Villefranche: Antibes, Cannes, Eze and Monaco Shore Excursion
With miles of spectacular, sun-drenched coastline, charming medieval villages, delicious food and sophisticated glamour, the French Riviera hold endless charm for visitors. Your full-day shore excursion in this beautiful region begins at the cruise terminal in Villefrance, where you’ll meet your guide and board an 8-passenger minivan. Enjoy the ride along spectacularly scenic coastal roads to the historic port town of Antibes, where narrow medieval streets contrast with the mega-yachts docked at Billionaire’s Quay below. Continue on to the high-class coastal city of Cannes for a cruise down the shoreline Promenade de la Croisette. See where the world’s biggest film stars congregate each year at the site of the Cannes International Film Festival. Take in fantastic Mediterranean views as you make your way along the famous Middle Corniche road, and savor authentic Provençal cuisine with a stop for lunch at the artsy village of St-Paul-de-Vence (not included). After treating your taste buds, tantalize your nose on a tour of the Fragonard perfumery in the medieval hilltop village of Eze. Pass through the ‘Terrace of Monaco’ in La Turbie, then cross the border into tiny but luxurious Monaco — the world’s second-smallest country. Learn about the principality’s royal history at the Prince’s Palace, and drive along part of the famed Formula One Grand Prix race circuit. Finally, see where the rich and famous come to play with a stroll around Monte Carlo’s glitzy Casino Square. Your full-day excursion concludes with a short, beautiful drive back to the Villefrance port.
Highlights
- ✓Check off five popular French Riviera destinations all in one day
- ✓This small-group tour offers more opportunities to ask your guide questions
- ✓Enjoy a seamless experience with port pickup and round-trip minivan transport
- ✓This worry-free shore excursion guarantees on-time return to your ship
What you'll see & do
- ✓After being picked-up at your hotel by our English-speaking tour guide, you will head towards the motorway (speedway) and shoot off from there to the the scintillating town of Cannes. Explore the city and discover its magnificent palaces along the Croisette boulevard : the Carlton, the Majestic or the Martinez where the stars are staying during the Film Festival.
- ✓Take the opportunity to walk on the famous red carpet covering the world famous steps of the Palais des Festivals - where it all takes place in May - you might feel like walking up ‘the 24 steps of glory’ and perhaps strike your most graceful pose on the red carpet. Do have a look at the local Walk of Fame with its celebrities’ handprints before you go, too.
- ✓Once the high-end boutiques and splendid hotels of Cannes are left behind, you will take the coastal road to Antibes which traverses the summer resorts of Golfe-Juan and Juan-les-Pins, both steeped in history as well as ongoing events. You’ve now reached Antibes, or Antipolis as the Greeks had first named it. A town which played the role of sentinel for the country during many centuries, hence its ramparts circling the Old Town. There you might consider strolling along those XVth century walls and Grimaldi Castle - nowadays the Picasso museum. Then your guide will drive you out of the Old Town. Once past Antibes’ large marina and its ‘Billionaires’ Quay‘, you will proceed along the coastline until you reach the town of Villeneuve-Loubet with its extraordinary ‘Marina of the Bay of Angels’ from where you will go inland towards your last site visit.
- ✓Admire the sight of the most ancient Roman vestige on the French Riviera: the ’Trophy of the Alps’ in the village of La Turbie.
- ✓Not even midway, and you will then take a halt to venture into one of France’s prettiest villages: Eze, filled with history and offering a stunning location over 400 meters right above sea, a truly unique place on earth.
- ✓Meet up again with your driver and, just around the corner, seize the chance to visit the renowned Fragonard Perfume Factory and discover the secrets of this realm of fragrances…
- ✓Descent towards the state-city of Monaco and its Palace on the ’Rock’, in time for the change of the guards(morning only). You will be given some free time to wander around the old town for a souvenir maybe, or even admire the view from the St. Martin Gardens, and definitely visit Monaco’s Cathedral and its chapel of the late sovereign Princes and Princesses.
- ✓Definitely visit Monaco’s Cathedral and its chapel of the late sovereign Princes and Princesses.
- ✓Make a stop at Monte-Carlo’s Casino and its display of luxury cars beside and get the chance to gamble few coins inside this magnificent building (17€, afternoon only) and capture with eyes and memory only its beautiful inner architecture.
What's included
- ✓Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Port pickup and drop-off
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Folding wheelchair accessible
Gratuity is not included but is expected
Passport is required to enter the Casino
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.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Villefranche: Antibes, Cannes, Eze and Monaco Shore Excursion
With miles of spectacular, sun-drenched coastline, charming medieval villages, delicious food and sophisticated glamour, the French Riviera hold endless charm for visitors. Your full-day shore excursion in this beautiful region begins at the cruise terminal in Villefrance, where you’ll meet your guide and board an 8-passenger minivan. Enjoy the ride along spectacularly scenic coastal roads to the historic port town of Antibes, where narrow medieval streets contrast with the mega-yachts docked at Billionaire’s Quay below. Continue on to the high-class coastal city of Cannes for a cruise down the shoreline Promenade de la Croisette. See where the world’s biggest film stars congregate each year at the site of the Cannes International Film Festival. Take in fantastic Mediterranean views as you make your way along the famous Middle Corniche road, and savor authentic Provençal cuisine with a stop for lunch at the artsy village of St-Paul-de-Vence (not included). After treating your taste buds, tantalize your nose on a tour of the Fragonard perfumery in the medieval hilltop village of Eze. Pass through the ‘Terrace of Monaco’ in La Turbie, then cross the border into tiny but luxurious Monaco — the world’s second-smallest country. Learn about the principality’s royal history at the Prince’s Palace, and drive along part of the famed Formula One Grand Prix race circuit. Finally, see where the rich and famous come to play with a stroll around Monte Carlo’s glitzy Casino Square. Your full-day excursion concludes with a short, beautiful drive back to the Villefrance port.
Highlights
- ✓Check off five popular French Riviera destinations all in one day
- ✓This small-group tour offers more opportunities to ask your guide questions
- ✓Enjoy a seamless experience with port pickup and round-trip minivan transport
- ✓This worry-free shore excursion guarantees on-time return to your ship
What you'll see & do
- ✓After being picked-up at your hotel by our English-speaking tour guide, you will head towards the motorway (speedway) and shoot off from there to the the scintillating town of Cannes. Explore the city and discover its magnificent palaces along the Croisette boulevard : the Carlton, the Majestic or the Martinez where the stars are staying during the Film Festival.
- ✓Take the opportunity to walk on the famous red carpet covering the world famous steps of the Palais des Festivals - where it all takes place in May - you might feel like walking up ‘the 24 steps of glory’ and perhaps strike your most graceful pose on the red carpet. Do have a look at the local Walk of Fame with its celebrities’ handprints before you go, too.
- ✓Once the high-end boutiques and splendid hotels of Cannes are left behind, you will take the coastal road to Antibes which traverses the summer resorts of Golfe-Juan and Juan-les-Pins, both steeped in history as well as ongoing events. You’ve now reached Antibes, or Antipolis as the Greeks had first named it. A town which played the role of sentinel for the country during many centuries, hence its ramparts circling the Old Town. There you might consider strolling along those XVth century walls and Grimaldi Castle - nowadays the Picasso museum. Then your guide will drive you out of the Old Town. Once past Antibes’ large marina and its ‘Billionaires’ Quay‘, you will proceed along the coastline until you reach the town of Villeneuve-Loubet with its extraordinary ‘Marina of the Bay of Angels’ from where you will go inland towards your last site visit.
- ✓Admire the sight of the most ancient Roman vestige on the French Riviera: the ’Trophy of the Alps’ in the village of La Turbie.
- ✓Not even midway, and you will then take a halt to venture into one of France’s prettiest villages: Eze, filled with history and offering a stunning location over 400 meters right above sea, a truly unique place on earth.
- ✓Meet up again with your driver and, just around the corner, seize the chance to visit the renowned Fragonard Perfume Factory and discover the secrets of this realm of fragrances…
- ✓Descent towards the state-city of Monaco and its Palace on the ’Rock’, in time for the change of the guards(morning only). You will be given some free time to wander around the old town for a souvenir maybe, or even admire the view from the St. Martin Gardens, and definitely visit Monaco’s Cathedral and its chapel of the late sovereign Princes and Princesses.
- ✓Definitely visit Monaco’s Cathedral and its chapel of the late sovereign Princes and Princesses.
- ✓Make a stop at Monte-Carlo’s Casino and its display of luxury cars beside and get the chance to gamble few coins inside this magnificent building (17€, afternoon only) and capture with eyes and memory only its beautiful inner architecture.
What's included
- ✓Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Port pickup and drop-off
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Folding wheelchair accessible
Gratuity is not included but is expected
Passport is required to enter the Casino
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.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.