De beste hele dag door de Franse Rivièra van Villefranche Small-Group Shore Excursion
Beschrijving
Ontdek de prachtige hoogtepunten van de Franse Rivièra tijdens deze kustexcursie vanuit Villefranche, gelegen net voor de kust van Nice. Begin met het bewonderen van Billionaire's Quay in Antibes en ga vervolgens verder naar het iconische Festivalpaleis (Palais des Festivals et des Congrès) in Cannes. Ga naar Eze, waar u de parfumerie Fragonard bezoekt en het charmante dorpje op een heuvel verkent met adembenemende uitzichten. Er zijn een paar treden te beklimmen om de top van het dorp te bereiken. Je laatste stop is het glamoureuze Monaco, waar je het majestueuze Prinsenpaleis (Palais Princier), de extravagante casino's van Monte Carlo en het beroemde Formule 1 Grand Prix-racecircuit ziet. Tijdens de tour deelt de gids interessante feiten in de minivan, zodat u voldoende vrije tijd heeft om in uw eigen tempo te verkennen. Voor cruisers, in het geval van een last-minute annulering van de aanloophaven, wordt op verzoek een uitzonderlijke terugbetaling van 50% aangeboden.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
Nadat je bent opgehaald bij je hotel door onze Engelssprekende gids, ga je richting de snelweg (speedway) en schiet je van daaruit naar de sprankelende stad Cannes. Verken de stad en ontdek de prachtige paleizen langs de Croisette-boulevard: het Carlton, de Majestic of de Martinez waar de sterren verblijven tijdens het filmfestival.
Maak van de gelegenheid gebruik om over de beroemde rode loper te lopen die de wereldberoemde trappen van het Palais des Festivals bedekt - waar het allemaal plaatsvindt in mei - je hebt misschien zin om 'de 24 treden van glorie' op te lopen en misschien je meest gracieuze pose aan te nemen op de rode loper. Bekijk ook de lokale Walk of Fame met de handafdrukken van beroemdheden voordat je vertrekt.
Zodra de luxe boetieks en prachtige hotels van Cannes zijn achtergelaten, neemt u de kustweg naar Antibes die de zomerresorts Golfe-Juan en Juan-les-Pins doorkruist, beide doordrenkt van geschiedenis en lopende evenementen. Je hebt nu Antibes bereikt, of Antipolis zoals de Grieken het eerst hadden genoemd. Een stad die gedurende vele eeuwen de rol van schildwacht voor het land heeft gespeeld, vandaar dat de wallen rond de oude stad lopen. Daar zou je kunnen overwegen om langs die 15e-eeuwse muren en het Grimaldi-kasteel te wandelen - tegenwoordig het Picasso-museum. Daarna zal je gids je de oude stad uitrijden. Eenmaal voorbij de grote jachthaven van Antibes en zijn 'Billionaires' Quay ', vaar je langs de kustlijn tot je de stad Villeneuve-Loubet bereikt met zijn buitengewone' Marina of the Bay of Angels 'vanwaar je landinwaarts gaat naar je laatste site bezoek.
Bewonder de aanblik van het oudste Romeinse overblijfsel aan de Franse Rivièra: de ’Trofee van de Alpen’ in het dorp La Turbie.
Nog niet eens halverwege, en je zult dan een stop maken om je te wagen in een van de mooiste dorpen van Frankrijk: Eze, gevuld met geschiedenis en met een prachtige locatie op meer dan 400 meter boven zee, een werkelijk unieke plek op aarde.
Ontmoet je chauffeur opnieuw en grijp, net om de hoek, de kans om de beroemde Fragonard-parfumfabriek te bezoeken en de geheimen van dit rijk van geuren te ontdekken ...
Afdaling naar de staat Monaco en zijn paleis op de ’Rots’, op tijd voor de wisseling van de wacht (alleen 's ochtends). Je krijgt wat vrije tijd om door de oude stad te dwalen voor een souvenir, of zelfs het uitzicht vanaf de St. Martin-tuinen te bewonderen, en zeker de kathedraal van Monaco en de kapel van de overleden soevereine prinsen en prinsessen te bezoeken.
Bezoek zeker de kathedraal van Monaco en de kapel van de overleden soevereine prinsen en prinsessen.
Maak een stop bij Monte-Carlo's Casino en zijn uitstalling van luxe auto's ernaast en krijg de kans om een paar munten te gokken in dit prachtige gebouw (17 €, alleen 's middags) en alleen de prachtige innerlijke architectuur met ogen en herinnering vast te leggen.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Ophaallocaties en -tijden
Je gids komt je ophalen op het tijdstip dat op je voucher staat vermeld voor je hotel/adres. We raden je aan om van tevoren klaar te staan. De gids kan niet wachten met andere klanten. Hartelijk dank en wij wensen u een prettige rondleiding.
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Baby's en kleine kinderen kunnen in een wandel- of kinderwagen mee
- Er zijn speciale kinderzitjes beschikbaar
- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Opklapbare rolstoel toegankelijk
- Fooi is niet inbegrepen, maar wordt verwacht
- Een paspoort is vereist om het casino te betreden
Beoordelingen(27)
Had a great time w Alex R today. Very safe driver, took great care of us. Recommended a lunch spot and made the reservations for us. Was attentive to our needs and wants. He is also knowledgeable about the area. Great day, thank you!
We had a wonderful day exploring the beautiful French Riviera on this small-group shore excursion from Villefranche. Our guide, Eric, was fantastic — knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the area. He shared great stories and local insights while making sure everyone had a memorable experience. The itinerary was perfectly planned, with breathtaking views and charming places that truly captured the beauty of the French Riviera. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to experience the highlights of this amazing region!
We had Alex as our tour guide and he was amazing. Very personable and engaging. He gave us a lot of great information and also allowed us to have plenty of free time. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
Alex was our driver for our private tour with 8 family members. He was excellent! He was able to pick us up a little early since we were early at the port. He was extremely knowledgeable and took his time to point out interesting places and things to stop and see. He gave us great recommendations for food and snacks. He kept us on time and comfortable and had a great sense of humor! We were back at the port in plenty of time for our ship. Definitely worth the price for such a limited time in port, we packed it all in.
We had a great full day tour of the French Riviera. Rina was a great guide offering lots of information about the area and its history.
Hello, We truly appreciate your wonderful feedback. It’s great to know that Rina’s expertise and insights helped make your French Riviera tour informative and enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your experience — we hope to welcome you again soon! Best regards
Villefranche-sur-Mer is a gem nestled along the radiant curve of the French Riviera, cradled gracefully between the bustling city of Nice and the opulent principality of Monaco. More than just a resort town, Villefranche-sur-Mer is a living painting—its colors shifting with the sun, its soul steeped in history, charm, and coastal elegance. At the heart of its allure lies the lovely sweeping bay, one of the deepest natural harbors in the Mediterranean, where sapphire waters gently cradle sailboats and luxury yachts alike. The view is timeless: pastel-colored houses cascade down steep hillsides, their shutters faded by the sea breeze and sun, while narrow cobbled streets lead visitors through a village that has somehow escaped the rush of modern life. The Promenade des Marinières lines the water’s edge, inviting long, dreamy strolls with the scent of salt and bougainvillea in the air. Along the shore, Plage des Marinières offers a tranquil beach where locals and travelers alike stretch out beneath striped umbrellas or dip into the crystalline sea. Above the bay, the 16th-century Citadel of Saint-Elme watches protectively over the town, its stone walls whispering stories of ancient battles, pirate raids, and royal visits. Today, it hosts gardens, art exhibitions, and music festivals, blending the past with the present in perfect harmony. Villefranche is also a town of cultural richness—its Chapelle Saint-Pierre, decorated by Jean Cocteau, is a poetic masterpiece that fuses art, faith, and myth. Local markets brim with Provencal flavors, artisanal goods, and the warm laughter of the townspeople. Though it’s often visited by the world’s elite and celebrity travelers, Villefranche-sur-Mer remains deeply human—quiet in its dignity, generous in its beauty. Whether arriving by train from Nice, by yacht from Monaco, or on foot from the surrounding cliffs, one thing is certain: you don’t just visit Villefranche—you fall under its spell.
What a fantastic way to comfortably experience Riviera highlights. Our guide was phenomenal. He had so much in-depth knowledge about each area we visited. It’s hot this time of year so escaping to A/C was heavenly between stops. My favorite places were Antibes and Eze. We were so lucky as it was just 3 of us. Highly recommend!!
Dear Kristina, Thank you so much for your kind message! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience discovering the Riviera highlights. It's wonderful to know that your guide’s in-depth knowledge added so much to the day, and that the comfort of the air-conditioned vehicle made the journey even more enjoyable—especially in the summer heat. Antibes and Eze are indeed beautiful choices, and we’re glad you got to enjoy them in such an intimate group setting. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
As expected there was lots to see, so time was a bit of an issue. Our driver, Valerieu, did take us to a very nice hilltop medieval town of Saint Paul de Vence for lunch, but we did not have any time to both eat and take up his suggestion to visit the cemetery at the south end of the village. Two main criticisms, there was 12 of us in the van, not 8; and our driver did not have a means to use the van's radio speakers to give us information. At a stop I did politely inform him privately that it was difficult for some of us towards the rear of the van to hear him, particularly over the road noise when traveling at speed. He informed me that while some of the company's guides may require such a device, he emphatically stated that his voice was strong enough to reach us. He was incorrect and displayed a rather arrogant attitude. It is primarily for this reason I only rate the tour as a 3
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate your honest feedback, as it helps us improve and better serve our guests. We’d like to clarify that, in line with current transportation legislation, our minivans are limited to a maximum of 8 passengers — and in your case, this guideline was fully respected. However, we understand that it may have felt more crowded than expected. If your group was looking for more space or a more personalized experience, a private tour might have been a more suitable option, offering both added comfort and flexibility. Regarding communication inside the vehicle: we’re sorry to hear that you had difficulty hearing the guide. While we understand the practicality of using a microphone, we’ve found that it can sometimes dehumanize the experience, creating a barrier between the guide and the guests. Many of our guides, including Valerieu, prefer a more natural and conversational approach. We’ll remind our team of the importance of adapting to each group’s needs, especially in terms of voice projection and responsiveness. We wish you all the best!
Rodrigo was amazing.! He knew so much history of each place we visited. He was very attentive and made sure we had a memorable experience. He was super fun and even gave us great recommendations for restaurants!
Bonjour, Thank you for your kind and detailed feed back about your experience with us. This is exactly our goal: to create good memories! We hope to see you again on our tours. It would be a real pleasure to meet you again! Wish you all the best!
A comprehensive exposure to the French Riviera in about ten hours. Our driver was also the guide with entertaining stories, clear guidance about what to see and time to wander and even shop in each place.
Thank you for your comment! Your insights and opinion are very valuable to us! They always make us happy and even more motivated to perfect our services ! Thanks again!
