• 7-night guided holiday
• 11 meals included: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners
• Tour Nice, the sunny playground of the rich and famous.
• Explore Monaco and see its iconic sites, such as the Cathedral and the Prince’s Palace.
• Travel to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the “Crown Jewel of the French Riviera.”
• Discover the hilltop town of St. Paul de Vence with beautiful vistas.
• Savour the Riviera’s Mediterranean cuisine during dinner in Vieux Nice.
• Discover Nice with a local foodie on an interactive city tour.
• Enjoy a typical French lunch in the tearoom of Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.
• Visit the stunning seaside palazzo Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its gardens.
• Explore Saint-Honorat Island belonging to the monks of Lérins Abbey.
• Learn the secrets of perfume making during a hands-on workshop.
• Your Choice: Explore the tiny Principality on a panoramic Little Train tour taking you across to Monte Carlo for views of its famous Casino -OR- visit the Oceanographic Museum, perusing its aquarium and the collection of fossils and skeletons amassed by the great researcher Jacques Cousteau.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Nice (French Riviera), France – Tour Begins
Your tour commences in the stunning city of Nice, a coastal pearl of the Mediterranean known for its legendary opulence and balmy beaches. With an average of 300 sunny days per year, Nice is a seaside paradise. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in Vieux Nice featuring Mediterranean-inspired French cuisine.

Day 2: Nice

Get to know Nice with a local expert. Stroll along the lively seafront Promenade des Anglais and delve into the Old Town, sampling different treats while on a tasting tour of the city. The rest of the day is yours. Perhaps you will visit one of Nice’s world-class art galleries, such as the Chagall or the Matisse Museums. Or find your favorite café for the week and soak in the local life.

Day 3: Nice – Monaco – Monte Carlo – Èze – Nice

Travel along the spectacular Corniche coastal road to the Principality of Monaco. On a walking tour, view the changing of the guards and visit the Cathedral of Monaco – the permanent resting place of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace. Then it’s your choice! Explore the tiny Principality on a panoramic Little Train tour taking you across to Monte Carlo for views of its famous Casino -OR- visit the Oceanographic Museum, perusing its aquarium and the collection of fossils and skeletons amassed by the great researcher Jacques Cousteau. Later, visit the charming village of Èze, perched high above the French Riviera.

Day 4: Nice – Cannes – Saint-Honorat Island – Nice

Journey to Cannes and rub elbows with Europe’s elite. Walk in the footsteps of celebrities when you see the Film Festival Palace and the iconic red carpet featured during the Cannes Film Festival. During free time, explore the cobbled lanes of the Le Suquet neighborhood or the lively Forville farmer’s market. Then, sail* across the Bay of Cannes to the tiny island of Saint-Honorat, a fortified monastery active since the Dark Ages, belonging to the monks of Lérins Abbey. Pause for lunch on the island before returning to Nice in the late afternoon.

Day 5: Nice – Grasse – Nice

Today, learn the secrets of perfume making during a hands-on workshop and tour of the Fragonard Perfumerie, where fragrant formulations have been prepared since 1782. Spend time soaking up the atmosphere of this charming town before returning to Nice for an evening at leisure. Perhaps you will join an optional excursion to a petanque lesson and tournament, including an open bar and some tasty snacks.

Day 6:  Nice – Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat – Nice

Head to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, referred to as the crown jewel of the French Riviera, where you’ll visit the impressive Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. Uncover the lush gardens replete with jaw-dropping views of the Mediterranean Sea. Your visit to the villa is complete with lunch served in the charming tearoom overlooking the Bay of Villefranche. Enjoy free time to relax and take in the laid-back atmosphere along the Riviera.

Day 7: Nice – St. Paul de Vence – Nice

This morning discover Nice’s famed flower market and be enchanted by brightly colored blooms and other enticing delicacies. Continue on to historic St. Paul de Vence, situated atop a hill overlooking the beautiful countryside. Explore this walled medieval village, soaking in its distinctive light said to have inspired Matisse, Braque, Chagall and other artists. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of an unforgettable trip.

Day 8:  Nice – Tour Ends
Depart for home with many wonderful memories of your journey through the Cote d’Azur.