Full Day Tour of Nice Eze and Monaco from Nice
Description
Discover the beauty of the French Riviera on a full-day guided tour from Nice. Begin at the Colline du Château, where panoramic views stretch across the Old Town, Promenade des Anglais, Port Lympia, and Place Masséna. Continue to Èze, a medieval village perched above the Mediterranean, with charming cobblestone streets and breathtaking vistas. The journey then leads to Monaco, where history and glamour blend seamlessly. Explore Monaco’s Old Town, admire the Prince’s Palace, visit the Cathedral—resting place of Princess Grace—and see the striking Oceanographic Museum overlooking the sea. Conclude in Monte-Carlo, with its world-famous Casino, the luxurious Hôtel de Paris, and the lively square where elegance and prestige meet. Along the way, your private guide will share detailed stories, insider tips, and local history to make the Riviera come alive. This is the perfect experience for travelers seeking culture, beauty, and unforgettable moments in one extraordinary day.
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Itinerary
Your magical day begins atop the Colline du Château, the historic "Castle Hill" that crowns Nice with sweeping views over the Baie des Anges, Old Town, and the Promenade des Anglais. This iconic vantage point is beloved by locals and visitors alike for its panoramic beauty and serene green spaces. You'll learn about the area’s layered past—from medieval fortifications and citadels to its transformation into a scenic park—and capture unforgettable photos of the coastline and city below.
Step into the heart of Monaco’s royal history with a visit to the Prince’s Palace, the official residence of the Grimaldi family since the 13th century. Here, travelers will admire the elegant architecture that blends medieval fortifications with Renaissance and Baroque style, while learning about the Principality’s fascinating past.
Experience the glamour of Monaco with a stop at the world-famous Casino de Monte-Carlo, a Belle Époque masterpiece built in the 19th century. Travelers will admire its ornate architecture, marble columns, and gilded halls, which have inspired countless films and legends. From the sparkling square outside, they’ll see luxury cars, designer boutiques, and the iconic Hôtel de Paris, all symbols of Monte Carlo’s elegance and prestige. For those who wish, there’s also the option to step inside and feel the thrill of this legendary gaming hall.
Perched high above the Mediterranean, the medieval village of Èze is a true jewel of the French Riviera. Travelers will stroll through its winding cobblestone streets lined with stone houses, artisan boutiques, and flower-filled courtyards. At every turn, breathtaking views of the coastline unfold, earning Èze its reputation as an “eagle’s nest.” Throughout the visit, your private guide will share detailed insights about the village’s fascinating history, hidden corners, and unique character, making the experience both enriching and unforgettable.
During the visit to Èze, travelers will also have the chance to step into the world of French fragrance at the Fragonard Perfume Factory. Here, your guide will explain the art and tradition of perfume-making, from the selection of delicate flowers to the careful blending of essences. Guests will explore the workshops, learn about the history of this family-run brand, and discover the secrets behind creating iconic French perfumes. This experience offers a sensory journey that perfectly complements the charm of Èze’s medieval streets.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Guests can choose their preferred pickup and drop-off locations for maximum convenience. To ensure a seamless experience, the exact meeting details will be confirmed with you in advance—either when booking or one day before your scheduled tour. Typically, the guide will be waiting outside your chosen location in a private car, white in color.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(40)
I completely enjoyed every moment of this excursion! Our tour guide Albano was outstanding! He was extremely knowledgeable and made every stop interesting! I would recommend this tour. If you’re lucky, you may get Albano!
I had an outstanding experience with Albano and highly recommend booking a tour with him. From the moment he picked me up at my hotel in his comfortable, air-conditioned car, I knew I was in good hands. He speaks excellent English, is incredibly knowledgeable about the French Riviera and Monaco, and happily answered every question I had throughout the day. Albano made the experience feel personal rather than rushed. He pointed out the best viewpoints, took great photos of me at all the iconic spots, and shared interesting local history and recommendations that I never would have found on my own. One of my favorite moments was when we stopped in Monte Carlo to sit down together over an iced coffee and chat—it made the day feel like I was exploring with a friend rather than just taking a tour. If you’re traveling solo or simply want a relaxed, informative, and memorable day exploring the area, I couldn’t recommend Albano more highly. Five stars!
I could not recommend Albano enough. He was knowledgeable, kind, patient and flexible. We went into this not knowing what we wanted/needed to see. We gave Albano free reign and he did not disappoint! He took us to all the places you must see. He’s also pretty funny! When I return I will most definitely use his services again.
It was a fascinating tour. Alan the tour guide was great, knowledgeable and really friendly. He gave me so many detailes about the history, local life and local food in every places we visited he also recommended me the greatest restaurants in Nice where to have a local food. I highly recommend Alan to those who is visiting Nice area and planning to make an excursion and wants to know about the history of the French Rivera. Thank you again Alan.
Albano was waiting for us this morning and guided us to his car and took us to all of the major highlights of Nice, Monaco and Monte Carlo. He was very informative and helped us see things that we would not have been able to see on our own. It was a wonderful tour
Our guide was knowledgeable! I would highly recommend this tour if you want to see more than just Nice. We saw a lot in 5 hours.
Our tour with Albano was absolutely perfect! He was a great guide and also was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and spoke very good English. His recommendation for our lunch could not have been better!! Awesome day, thank you Albano!!
Albano ensures that customers have a good experience. His depth of subject matter shows that he’s well prepared. His concern for customer safety is pleasing.
The experience was amazing from the places we visited to the experience our tour guide, Albano, provided. I would highly recommend this trip and Albano if you are able to select your guide. I recommend booking lunch on the terrace at the Cafe de Paris in Monaco. The ambiance is the best!
We booked all our shore excursions for our Mediterranean cruise through Viator. Up to this point we had had three very good experiences... Albano did a fantastic job keeping the trend going. This was a private tour with just myself, my husband and our guide Albano. Albano gave us clear directions on where to meet him once we got off the tender at Villefranc. We started a little early and he explained we should kill a little time before we started the tour to allow enough time for things to open up. We drove into Nice and enjoyed a coffee at a quiant little sidewalk Cafe. We then drive to the top of the city for not just an amazing view, but a clearer vision of how Nice is laid out and the history of why. We were immediately struck by the breadth and depth of Albano's knowledge of the region. This guy has an encyclopedic memory! He then took us to Monoco and we covered an astounding number of sights, all the while being regaled by Albano's historical diatribe. We even drove a large section of the F1 course as the race was just a week away! The next stop was the medieval village of Eze. This place is very high on the mountainside and the views were spectacular. We visited the Fragonard Purfumery where we learned the ins and outs of how perfume is made. Albano was there to collect us when we were finished and we drove back Nice for an authentic local French lunch. Albano was a fantastic guide. He was attentive. Always insuring we were comfortable and were seeing and doing the things we wanted to. He showed us and taught us so many amazing things. His passion for what he does is most evident and it made his tour one of our favorites on this vacation. Once again, we walked away feeling like we not only had an experience we'll always cherish, but that we had found a new and very special friend. For this we cannot thank Albano enough.
