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Nice: Private Riviera Day Tour, the Story Behind the Glamour

Nice, France

9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover a different side of the French Riviera on a private day trip from Nice, travelling along the coast and through some of its most historic and exclusive destinations.

Begin in Villefranche-sur-Mer, one of the Riviera's most spectacular natural harbours.

Continue to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, a peninsula that evolved from a small fishing community into one of the Riviera's most prestigious destinations.

Then visit the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, one of the Riviera's great Belle Époque residences.

Continue towards Monaco and Monte Carlo. Discover the history of the Grimaldi dynasty, the creation of modern Monaco and the transformation of the tiny principality into one of the world's most famous destinations.

Finally, climb to Èze, a medieval village perched high above the Mediterranean.

-Discover the Hidden French Riviera on a guided day trip from Nice
-Visit the picturesque village of Villefranche-sur-Mer
-Admire the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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Wait 5 minutes before the pickup time in the lobby of your accommodation, the guide will contact you via WhatsApp or SMS.

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Old Town

Head to Old Nice and learn about the city's Italian past, the wealthy families who wintered on the Riviera, and the artists and writers who lived in Nice. Hear about the heist of the century in July 1976.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Villefranche-sur-Mer

Next, head to Villefranche-sur-Mer and visit the old port, the Citadel, and Chapelle St-Pierre. Discover the strategic military importance of Villefranche Bay, a naturally protected deep-water harbor, and its role in World War II and the Cold War. Learn about the U.S. Sixth Fleet in Villefranche-sur-Mer and the arrival of Hollywood and the Rolling Stones.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

Continue to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the hidden capital of global wealth. Learn how the area transformed from a fishing village to a royal peninsula and hear about the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat and the royals who visited the Riviera, including Winston Churchill, Charlie Chaplin, and Elizabeth Taylor.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild

Visit and eat a delicious meal in the Villa Ephrussi (Lunch fees not included).
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Monaco-Ville

Next, embark on a city tour of Monaco. Visit Monaco-ville, also known as the Rock, the Principality's historic birthplace. This picturesque, fortified district is one of eleven in the city-state, and today remains the nerve center of Monaco's political institutions. See the Prince's Palace, the Government, the National Council, the Town Hall, the Communal Council, and the main courts. Admire the Casino de Monte-Carlo, which embodies the splendor of the Belle Époque. Inside, the Casino is richly decorated. The visual universe is built around recurring themes, including women, nature, games, and emotions, each represented by frescoes, stained-glass windows, murals, and bas-reliefs. Experience the Casino with an audioguide and wonder in this magnificient building at your ease.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Eze

Finally, head to Èze Village, a fortress above the sea. Hear about the village's history between Savoy and France, Nietzsche's connection to the village, and the development of the luxury perfume industry, including Fragonard.Please note that the remaining time will be dedicated to transport.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Nice: Private Riviera Day Tour, the Story Behind the Glamour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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