Pre-Cruise Packages

• 1 nt Before, Nice Discovery
• 2 nt Before, Nice Discovery
• 3 nt Before, Nice Discovery

Post-Cruise Packages

• 1 nt After, Nice Uncovered
• 2 nt After, Nice Uncovered
• 3 nt After, Nice Uncovered

Itinerary

Day 1, Nice arrival, Nice & the Belle Epoque

Upon disembarkation you will be met at the port by our local expert and commence your Nice City Sightseeing Tour with a visit to Castel Park overlooking the Bay of Angels and Old Town, site of the trading town founded by the Greeks 2,700 years ago. Immerse yourself in Nice's history on Place Garibaldi in the Old Town and marvel at the modern New Town as you stroll along along Promenade des Arts, home to the Modern Art Museum, Sosno's library and the Acropolis center.

Arriving in Cimiez, winter home of Queen Victoria, you will have the opportunity to see the Matisse Museum or walk among the olive tree gardens and the 15th century garden of the Franciscan Monastery. You will also visit the extraordinary Russian Cathedral, the most beautiful outside of Russia.

Return by Promenade des Anglais passing its famous landmarks and "Belle Epoque" buildings. Your Nice City Sightseeing Tour will be complete with a visit to the flower market in Cours Saleya. There will be free time for shopping on this tour.

(Duration of tour is approximately 5hrs)

Overnight in Nice.

Day 2, Nice, Glass, Pottery & Perfume (Grasse, Vallauris, Biot)

Following a leisurely breakfast, you will be met in the lobby of your accommodation by our local expert. Our car will take the scenice mountain pass to Grasse, built on the side of a hill inland from the coast of the French Riviera. This Old Provencal town is the capital of the perfume industry. Your guided visit in the historical perfume factory will help you discover all the secrets of the perfumes production. Then visit the fabulous Provencal customs and a walk around inside the old town.

We then make our way toward the coast again to visit the town of Vallauris, on the edge of the city of Cannes. Vallauris’ Potter tradition goes back to the beginning of our era. Since Gallo-Roman times, craftsmen have been utilizing significant deposits of refractory clay to shape bricks and pots. In 1948 Picasso came to live in Vallauris, where he stayed until 1955. During his time in the town, he created a great many sculptures and paintings including War and Peace, one of the major artworks of the period.

After leaving Vallauris, we will visit the charming village of Biot, a very picturesque and very popular medieval village that's actually about 2500 years old. It sits on a hilltop only 2 miles from the Mediterranean beaches. The village retains much of its natural charm and its feeling of antiquity, and is very active year-round. Biot has been a source of pottery since antiquity. Amphorae made in Biot were exported worldwide, from Antibes and Marseilles, until the 18th century. Biot is currently renowned for its glass works, typically a clear or colored transparent glass with little bubbles. There are several glassworks down the hill around the outskirts of the village, and you can watch the glass-blowing process as the pieces are made.

(Tour Duration is approximately 8hrs)

Meals: B

Day 3, Nice, Monaco, Eze, Cannes

We begin our day with a leisurely drive out of the city, following the coastline to the discover the old city of Monaco and walk the narrow streets, just before we drive a whole lap of the real Monte Carlo "Formula 1 Grand Prix" circuit, crossing the luxurious Casino square. The principality of Monaco is a tiny city-state on the Mediterranean Sea surrounded by France. It is the second smallest independent state in the world and is almost entirely urban. Monaco is six times the size of the Vatican and the world's most densely populated independent country.

After leaving Monaco, we will visit the renowned village of Eze; famous for the view of the sea from its hill top. Eze is a medieval village perched like an eagles nest on a narrow rocky peak overlooking the Mediterranean sea. The ancient fortified village is still crowned with the ruins of its 12th-century fortified castle. Its Jardin botanique d'Èze is known for its collection of cacti and succulents, as well as its panoramic views. Walt Disney spent a significant amount of time in Eze.

Your tour continues with the scenic drive to Cannes and Antibes along Cap Antibes; the luxurious home of many billionaires; passing many famous villas and hotels en route. Admire the famous Croisette Boulevard, modern marina and artisans’ shops before returning to Monte Carlo. Cannes is a picturesque city located on French Riviera.  Well known for the Cannes Film Festival that takes place each May.

(Tour Duration is approximately 7hrs)

Meals: B

Day 4, Nice departure

Following a leisurely morning, your car will arrive to transport you to the airport or your flight onwards.

Meals: B

Uncovered Option 2

Itinerary

Day 1, Nice arrival, Provencal Wine Route

Upon disembarkation you will be met at the port by our local expert and commence your cultural and gastronomic tour.

After a scenic drive through the forests, you’ll visit, Chateau St. Martin, a famous vineyard that has belonged to the same family since the 18th century. Your personal guide will assist you with your visit and wine tasting experience. This vineyard combines the art of welcoming visitors along with its wide range production of refined wines with deep personalities.

Next you’ll go to Chateau Font du Broc. The mood is set as soon as you step through the door of the chateau. Here you’ll be welcomed to a complete guided tour of this prestigious vineyard and wine tasting. You’ll be sure not to miss and explore the cellar, a superb underground cathedral!

To complete your vineyard and wine tasting portion of this well balanced tour, you will visit the Domaine de Sainte Roseline. Since 1329 it has harbored the venerated saint's body, laid to rest in a glass case. Finally, you’ll visit Les Arc sur Argent, the extremely picturesque old medieval village. Here you’ll have some free time to walk around.

(Duration of tour is approximately 5hrs)

Overnight in Nice.

Day 2, Nice, Provencal Fine Art

Our personal guide will take you on a tour featuring the fine art of the French Riviera. It begins with a sightseeing drive along the coast to Villefranche Bay and Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, known as the Beverly Hills of France.

You will visit the decadent Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, featuring the prized art collection amassed by the Baroness Ephrussi. You will enjoy its nine magnificent gardens, adorned with patios, fountains, ponds, and flowered and shaded paths, and the panoramic seaside views from here.

Next on your private tour we will drive to Nice, stopping at Cimiez Hill, which was the winter home of Queen Victoria. You will visit the nearby Matisse Museum (45-minute visit), located in a 17th century Italian house. Here you will view Matisse's personal collection. Matisse lived in Nice for nearly 40 years; the paintings, drawings and engravings housed here represent the breadth of his work.

You will also have a 45-minute visit to the Chagall Museum, which was opened by the artist himself in 1973. The permanent and temporary exhibitions here are wide-ranging, including sculptures, stained glass windows and more.

Other places of interest:

• Villa Kerylos, a living history of Ancient Greece and the Belle Époque combining antiquity and modernity.

(Tour Duration is approximately 7hrs)

Meals: B

Day 3, Nice, Glass, Pottery & Perfume (Grasse, Vallauris, Biot)

Following a leisurely breakfast, you will be met in the lobby of your accommodation by our local expert. Our car will take the scenice mountain pass to Grasse, built on the side of a hill inland from the coast of the French Riviera. This Old Provencal town is the capital of the perfume industry. Your guided visit in the historical perfume factory will help you discover all the secrets of the perfumes production. Then visit the fabulous Provencal customs and a walk around inside the old town.

We then make our way toward the coast again to visit the town of Vallauris, on the edge of the city of Cannes. Vallauris’ Potter tradition goes back to the beginning of our era. Since Gallo-Roman times, craftsmen have been utilizing significant deposits of refractory clay to shape bricks and pots. In 1948 Picasso came to live in Vallauris, where he stayed until 1955. During his time in the town, he created a great many sculptures and paintings including War and Peace, one of the major artworks of the period.

After leaving Vallauris, we will visit the charming village of Biot, a very picturesque and very popular medieval village that's actually about 2500 years old. It sits on a hilltop only 2 miles from the Mediterranean beaches. The village retains much of its natural charm and its feeling of antiquity, and is very active year-round. Biot has been a source of pottery since antiquity. Amphorae made in Biot were exported worldwide, from Antibes and Marseilles, until the 18th century. Biot is currently renowned for its glass works, typically a clear or colored transparent glass with little bubbles. There are several glassworks down the hill around the outskirts of the village, and you can watch the glass-blowing process as the pieces are made.

(Tour Duration is approximately 8hrs)

Meals: B

Day 4, Nice departure

Following a leisurely morning, your car will arrive to transport you to the airport or your flight onwards.

Meals: B