Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze, La Turbie 7H Shared Tour from Nice
Description
Enjoy a scenic drive to Monaco, passing through Nice, Villefranche Bay, and Monaco. Stop in Eze to visit the medieval village and learn about perfume-making at Fragonard (note: a few steps to reach the top). Afterward, drive through La Turbie and see the 2000-year-old Trophy of the Alps before arriving in Monaco. Explore the Casino Square in Monte-Carlo, take a ride on the Formula 1 circuit, and visit the old town with the Prince’s Palace and Cathedral. Witness the Changing of the Guards at 11:55 am (no visit inside the Prince’s Palace). You’ll have free time to explore Monaco at your own pace. The tour offers a perfect mix of sightseeing, culture, and relaxation. The guide will provide information in the minivan, allowing free time to explore. For cruisers, in case of last-minute port cancellation, a 50% refund is available upon request.
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Itinerary
En route to Monaco, make a first stop to discover the medieval village of Eze, one of the most picturesque sites of the French Riviera. Dating from the Middle Ages, the village was built on top of the rocky outcrop for security reasons. The walls of the twelfth century will be dismantled in 1706 by order of Louis XIV. Take the cobbled streets and reach the top where you can find today the exotic garden and the castle ruins, the view is amazing (1,400 ft / 427 meters high). Stop to discover the process of perfume at the perfum factory Fragonard.
Go through the village of La Turbie, also called the "Monaco terrace" because of the panoramic view of the Principality of Monaco. Admire the ruins of an imposing monument (164 ft/ 50 meters high) : the Trophy of the Alps, dedicated to the Emperor Augustus, built 7 BC on the road that linked Italy to Cimiez (the Roman Quarter Nice) longtime ago.
In front of the Palais du Prince, you will discover the Changing of the Guard at 11:55, you will notice the Carabinieri Barracks . Created on the 8th of December 1817, the Carabinieri have for main missions to ensure the safety of the Royal Family as well as maintain public order. This stop does not include the visit of the Prince's Palace. If you like, you can visit the inside of the Prince's Palace (10€/adult, 5€/child)
You will then reach the Principality of Monaco. Spend the afternoon in the old town on "Le Rocher" (the rock) overlooking the sea and harbor (197 ft / 60 meters high), where you will discover the Prince's Palace and the Changing of the Guard at 11:55. Free time
Next, see the Justice Palace was inaugurated in 1930, built in solid tufa, a porous gray stone also used to construct the walls.
You will also see the Cathedral of neo-Roman style, the first stone was laid the 6th of January 1875. Entirely built in white stones from La Turbie career during the reign of Prince Charles III, it was completed on the 12th of November 1903. You can pay tribute to the Monaco Princes and "Princesse Grace de Monaco" who rest here
You can also have a look at the Oceanographic Museum created there over a century by Prince Albert I of Monaco.Oceanographic Museum (14€/adult, 10€/child)
Afterwards, move on to Monte-Carlo in the most beautiful way by taking the famous Grand Prix track of Formula One.
Explore Monte Carlo and discover the Casino de Monte-Carlo whose construction was ordered by the Société des Bains de Mer (created by François Blanc in 1863 ) and the plans were developed in 1878 by the famous architect Charles Garnier. See the lavish Gardens Casino, and marvel at the Hôtel de Paris wich has all the charm of the great hotels of the 19th century, the inauguration took place in 1864.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Gratuity is not included but is expected
- Passport required to enter the Casino
Reviews(987)
Mac was a great guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. There is some walking in Eze that requires many stairs so wear comfortable shoes.
Alex made the trip an amazing experience. A well balanced tour perfectly orchestrated by Alex. He was able to give us insights that enhanced the visual beauty of the trip.
Our driver, and I apologize that I can’t recall her name at the moment, was fantastic. First- a great driver navigating outrageous traffic on the day after the Formula 1 race. She was extremely kind and accommodating, helpful and absolutely committed to providing an outstanding experience. She was extremely knowledgeable about the history and sites. She gave excellent instructions and recommendations. She was one of the best tour providers ever. I am hearing impaired and consequently had a bit of a struggle understanding what she was saying as she drove but when we were standing and I could see her face, I had little trouble. I’m sure if I had asked to sit up front she would have been agreeable. (I didn’t ask because sonrine dkse was sitting there). My husband and grandson went into the casino at Monte Carlo and even came out winners - first time! I highly recommend this particular guide and tour.
The driver was great. He was very kind and helpful. The perfume sales pitch was completely unnecessary. It wasn’t mentioned in the brochure. Waste of time. We enjoyed Monaco. We wished we had more time there.
I have just one word to describe my Monaco, Monte Carlo, Eze, La Turbie 7H Shared Tour from Nice. PHENOMENAL!! Our guide was very knowledge and attentive. Thank you for making my vacation so great. 😊😊
Our driver, Aaron, kept us well-informed and engaged throughout the entire tour, from our meeting point to detailed explanations of each stop and what to expect. We explored the charming village of Eze, visited glamorous Monaco, marveled at the F1 racetrack, and admired the stunning views of the Monte Carlo Casino. Aaron also offered great recommendations for lunch, leading us to Tony’s Pizza. The food was outstanding, felt like a cozy meal prepared by a grandmother in the kitchen.
We loved this tour and our driver Jaoued definitely made it more special. He was very informative and friendly. Eze was a beautiful town full of scenic moments and shopping. Monocco and Monto Carlo were breathtaking. We went a few days before the formula one race so it was really neat to see them setting up for the race. This was a must see tour!
Jaoued started our tour on time and picked us up with a smile and warm welcome. He then guided us through a lot of traffic getting us from place to place as quickly as possible with stops for photos and commentary along the way. He attempted to get us to the changing of the guard at the palace in Monaco but unfortunately a few of the group decided to be late to return at a meeting place at a previous stop which caused a delay. Our only observation was rather than picking up individuals at different locations that are somewhat close in the morning, having us meet in a centralized place to allow time to leave Nice earlier to leave a buffer for the inevitable late returners. The stops taken are nice and interesting but be prepared to navigate a ton of people.
The driver was adept at traversing the difficulties caused by F1. He was friendly and knowledgeable and made the day wonderful.
We traveled as a group of 8, and Rena (not sure of spelling), was high energy and shared her knowledge of the area non stop. Our first stop was Eze, very historic and the walk included a large incline to reach the top. Then we went to Monaco and Monte Carlo, where they were preparing for the formula 1 race the following weekend. It was an all day jam packed event.
