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.
Highlights
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(1,003)
Driver was on time and very knowledgeable. He was very accommodating with our time. Our main issue is the time spent at the perfumery -it was way too long and unnecessary.
Pickup so convenient...our guide Mark was so knowledgable about the area. A great way to see the highlights especially for first timers and not have to drive yourself , park and deal with the crowds and the roads!!!
This was a very scenic and interesting tour. Our driver Victor was knowledgeable, professional and very entertaining. Especially enjoyed stop to walk around Eze.
If you have 6-7 hours at port this was a great tour. Small group 8 people air conditioned Mercedes van. Tour guide was excellent very knowledgeable and friendly. Monaco very crowded and hot !
Summertime is very hot! There's lots of walking! The guide was very experienced and knowledgeable about all areas on the tour.
Great guide! Amazing driving skills and very knowledgeable. The only problem was the crowding at all our destinations. Summer is probably not the best time to go.
Was a nice tour with ample time to do things. I do wish the tour guide communicated better throughout the tour and there was more planned throughout.
We had a great day, all thanks to Lucie! She was a friendly guide with lots of energy, showing us points of interest all along the drive. It was worth the extra 10 euros to walk through the gardens to get to the ruins in Eze. You don’t NEED your passport for the day, but bring it if you want to get it stamped in Monaco and/or want to go into the Monte Carlo casino. If you’re an F1 fan, it’s a cool experience driving on the same roads that the race cars compete on.
superb weather gave a superb day of sight seeing photos good company and an air of festive seasoning
Good driver, very sociable, describes the different sites very well, the view in Ez in the gardens is extraordinary, I recommend the whole thing, we really enjoyed it.
