Cannes private shore excursion: tour the French Riviera & Monaco
Description
Explore the highlights of the French Riviera on this private day shore excursion from the port of Cannes. Our suggested itineraries are carefully crafted to make the best of your time ashore at a relaxed pace, but can be customized to your interests for a fully personalized French Riviera experience. Discover the glamour, charm, and natural beauty of the French Riviera with this popular day tour. All while enjoying a scenic drive along the breathtaking Mediterranean coast, pass by the vibrant city of Nice, experience the medieval allure of Eze, the opulence of royal Monaco, the luxury of Monte Carlo, and the glitz of Cannes. With stops at stunning viewpoints and some off-the-beaten-tracks gems, this is the ultimate tour for those wanting to see the best of the Côte d'Azur at their own pace. Skip the rush of large group shore excursions and enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle for up to 8 passengers.
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Itinerary
Scenic Drive Along the French Riviera (Pass by Nice): Begin your journey with a leisurely drive along the French Riviera. You’ll pass by Nice, one of the French Riviera’s most famous cities, and catch a glimpse of its iconic Promenade des Anglais, with its palm-lined boulevard and sparkling beaches. As you drive past Nice, your guide will share insights about its rich history, colorful markets, and vibrant culture, setting the stage for the glamour to come.
As you wind along the stunning Corniche roads between Nice and Monaco, offering some of the most spectacular coastal views in the world, enjoy panoramic vistas of the Mediterranean, dotted with superyachts and surrounded by lush hills covered with luxury mansions. Your guide will point out the most iconic spots along the way, perfect for photo opportunities and capturing the beauty of the Côte d'Azur.
Discover a true gem of the French Riviera, the picturesque village of Eze, perched dramatically on a cliffside overlooking the Mediterranean. Wander through its labyrinth of narrow cobblestone streets, passing centuries-old stone houses, artisan shops, charming cafes and fragrant flowers. Don’t miss the exotic garden that crowns the village and offers some of the best vistas on the Riviera, from the sea to the mountains (additional 9 euros entrance fee). Optionnal (free): You could enjoy a guided tour of the famous Fragonard Perfume Factory, where you’ll discover the art of traditional French perfume making and have the opportunity to take home a unique scent.
En route to Monaco, stop at one of the highest vantage points along the coast. From this stunning viewpoint, you’ll enjoy unrivaled panoramic views over the sparkling Mediterranean plus three countries (Monaco, France and Italy) at once!
From Eze, continue to the glamorous Principality of Monaco, known for its royal family and luxurious lifestyle. Your first stop is the historic old town, known as Le Rocher. Here, you’ll admire the Prince's Palace, the official residence of the Grimaldi family, where you might catch the Changing of the Guard ceremony (time permitting). Take a moment to visit the Monaco Cathedral, the final resting place of Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III and wander the charming streets of the old town to soak in the atmosphere. With sweeping views over the Mediterranean, Monaco's royal quarter offers both elegance and a sense of timeless beauty.
On our way to Monte Carlo, imagine the thrill of the world’s most famous race as we drive along the narrow streets of the iconic Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit.
The next stop is the world-renowned district of Monte Carlo, synonymous with luxury, glamour, and prestige. Here, you’ll have the chance to enter the Casino de Monte-Carlo, an architectural masterpiece where high society gathers to try their luck. Take a walk around the square, admire the Hotel de Paris and the grand Café de Paris, or indulge in some window shopping at the nearby designer boutiques.
After the excitement of Monte Carlo, we will head back to Cannes, the chic seaside resort town famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival. Before returning to the cruise ship terminal, drive along the glamorous Boulevard de la Croisette, lined with luxury hotels, upscale boutiques, and the red carpet of the Palais des Festivals, where international movie stars gather each May.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Foldable wheelchairs accepted. Most of the surfaces are wheelchair accessible.
- Accompaniment required at certain sites for wheelchair users.
- Program and itineraries can be adjusted for people with a disabling health condition.
- Walking is required to some extent.
- Strollers accepted. Most of the surfaces are stroller accessible.
- Program and itineraries can be adjusted according to your wishes (destinations, time spend in each place, specific interests)
- Time used in pass by will be for travel time while doing sightseeing.
- Time given for each stop includes short scenic travel time to reach the next site.
- Program, itineraries, departure and return times may vary in accordance to traffic conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
- WYSIWYG ! All the above pictures were taken on tours by So Nice Tours
- Please note that during the 2026 car races in Monaco (F1 June 4th-7th, e-formulas May 16th-17th, and GP Historique April 24th-26th), Monaco and Monte-Carlo won't be accessible. We would visit other places instead.
Reviews(16)
So due to our cruise shortening the port time we had to cancel. I am writing this review for the professionalism Jerome displayed during the entire planning process. Jerome provided alternative plans, maps of meeting points, van pictures. He answered very question we had for the party of 8. Unfortunately due to weather and whale sightings we cancelled. Very sad but what can you do about nature. I highly recommend booking with Jerome.
Absolutely Fantastic tour of French Riviera!
Jerome was a great tour with a lot of historical and cultural information. He took us to some in the most picturesque places that most people never see. He was full of great information. He was a great driver and even took to a wonderful chocolate candy store for some local chocolate. Thank you Jerome.
Jerome, our tour guide, was absolutely phenomenal! He was so personable and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to provided us with impeccable service. His driving skills on the small streets and hair pin turns we encountered along the way were top notch. The tour was supposed to last around 7 hours and we ended after almost 9. We definitely got our money’s worth. Would definitely recommend this tour and our new friend, Jerome!
Sasha and his crew were GREAT!. They made the day a GREAT success, very enjoyable and knowledgeable of the areas we toured. They took us to GREAT spots with beautiful views . We have many pictures which will leave GREAT memories!…
A wonderful day visiting Cannes, Eze and Monaco. Jerome was the perfect tour guide. He was waiting for us at the port very early in the morning with a welcoming smile and comfortable transportation (very much appreciated after many tour buses over the previous days!). We traveled to Eze first, where we saw spectacular views from the castle gardens and medieval village. Then we proceeded to Monaco and were introduced to both man-made and natural beautiful sites. Jerome knew the area extremely well and shared a wealth of information about the history and current events of the area. One of the best day tours we have ever taken!
Enjoyed a memorable day in the French Riviera. The village of Eze was unique and beautiful. Jerome was knowledgeable and very informative of the culture and its history.
Jerome was very knowledgeable and organized our day to maximize our time. He guided us to all the sites we wanted to see and even added and extra stop with and extraordinary view. He knew key secrets about how to shorten our wait time at sites and where to take the best pictures . It was a delightful day!
We drove around to see some great sights. Stopped at all the beautiful lookouts, learned about the local area. Door to door service and communication was superb. Very knowledgeable. Clean comfortable and highly recommended.
That's a nice pun Randolph! ;) Thank you for your nice review. It's been a pleasure!
This private tour is worth every penny! From the moment I booked this tour, I was impressed when Jerome was quick to contact me to provide some important information and also ask if I wanted to make any special stops. He also sent a map and photos of where to meet him which made it easy to connect with him when we disembarked. He is a top notch guide, very personable and intelligent. He told us he grew up in the area, and it was apparent from our day tour that he knew the best places to take us to sight see and grab a quick bite. I also requested to visit the Fragonard factory and he arranged our tour and was so patient waiting while we shopped. We loved seeing Cannes and Nice and Monaco so much and we would certainly hire Jerome again when we come back to vacation. Overall, this was a fabulous tour and Jerome is a real pleasure!
Thank you very much Alyssa for this kind review. I have to say that you were a 5 stars client as well! Communication with you was very smooth from the beginning. And it's been a real pleasure to show you my beautiful region. Take good care and see you maybe someday again on the French Riviera!
