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French Riviera Highlights: Private Guided Tour
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46 Ratings
La Turbie
Experience the best of the French Riviera on a private full-day tour. Explore Nice, Cannes, Monaco, and more with a professional guide, avoiding cookie-cutter itineraries for a personalized adventure.
Experience the best of the French Riviera on a private full-day tour. Explore Nice, Cannes, Monaco, and more with a professional guide, avoiding cookie-cutter itineraries for a personalized adventure.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- La Turbie - Travel along the coast to reach the Grande Corniche, the highest road offering a view of the oldest Roman relic on the French Riviera: the ‘Trophy of the Alps’ located in the village of La Turbie.
- Vieux Eze - Before reaching the halfway point, pause to explore one of France’s most charming villages: Eze. This historic village is…
- La Turbie - Travel along the coast to reach the Grande Corniche, the highest road offering a view of the oldest Roman relic on the French Riviera: the ‘Trophy of the Alps’ located in the village of La Turbie.
- Vieux Eze - Before reaching the halfway point, pause to explore one of France’s most charming villages: Eze. This historic village is perched over 400 meters above the sea, providing a truly unparalleled location.
- Parfumerie Fragonard - L’usine Laboratoire Èze - Visite Gratuite & Guidée - Rejoin the driver and take the opportunity to visit the famous Fragonard Perfume Factory nearby, where you can uncover the secrets of this fragrant world.
- Monte-Carlo - Then, drive along the Circuit de Monaco, the street that serves as the racetrack for the renowned Formula One Grand Prix.
- Prince’s Palace - In front of the Palais du Prince, witness the Changing of the Guard at 11:55 and observe the Carabinieri Barracks. Established on December 8, 1817, the Carabinieri’s main duties include ensuring the safety of the Royal Family and maintaining public order. Visitors can tour the interior of the Prince’s Palace (8€/adult, 4€/child).
- Oceanographic Museum of Monaco - Explore the Oceanographic Museum (at your own expense).
- Cathedrale Notre-Dame-Immaculee - Visit the historic Monaco Cathedral, also known as the Saint Nicholas Cathedral, which is the final resting place of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, showcasing exquisite Roman-Byzantine architecture.
- Casino of Monte-Carlo - Stroll around Casino Square and take a photo stop outside the Casino of Monte Carlo, opposite the Hotel de Paris, Café de Paris, and several luxury boutiques.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees (Monte-Carlo Casino, Oceanographic Museum, Prince’s Palace)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees (Monte-Carlo Casino, Oceanographic Museum, Prince’s Palace)
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Discover the French Riviera with a private guide, customized to your preferences. Avoid the usual tours and indulge in a more bespoke experience.
For instance, explore Eze and La Turbie, followed by a visit to Monaco and Monte-Carlo. Uncover the charm of the medieval village of Eze and the Fragonard perfume, enjoy a picturesque drive through La Turbie,…
Discover the French Riviera with a private guide, customized to your preferences. Avoid the usual tours and indulge in a more bespoke experience.
For instance, explore Eze and La Turbie, followed by a visit to Monaco and Monte-Carlo. Uncover the charm of the medieval village of Eze and the Fragonard perfume, enjoy a picturesque drive through La Turbie, and experience the opulence of Monaco’s Casino Square. Drive along the Formula 1 circuit, wander through the old town, visit the Prince’s Palace, and witness the changing of the guard.
For cruise passengers: A 50% refund is available upon request if there is a last-minute port call cancellation.
- Dress code is formal
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- People under 18 years are not allowed to enter the Monte-Carlo Casino. A valid passport is required at the entrance
- Folding wheelchair accessible
- Gratuity is not included but is expected
Location
La Turbie
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(46 Ratings)
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Cynthia_p
Oct 29, 2025
Fabulous tour company - Fabulous tour
Viator great tour company
Will used them again for sure!
Knowledgeable tour guides/driver
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Roam12006766826
Aug 1, 2025
Amazing day in France - We had a great day in Eze and Monte Carlo and Monaco! Jaoued our driver was amazing. He took us to gorgeous viewpoints, led us around Eze and got us skip the line passes to the botanical garden, a reservation at a restaurant that we couldn't secure ourselves, and a private tour of the Fragonard factory.
We took a lot of photos and had a great time. We will definitely be using this tour company again! Thank you for a memorable day!
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Tinalj437ut
Jul 14, 2025
Time poor… pick this tour!! Get to see plenty in a day!!! - Having the luxury of your own private tour was amazing and worth every cent. Our driver Ben was excellent !! We stopped at several locations with free time , however Ben gave us suggestions of where or what to do to make the most of our time. He was very knowledgeable and accomodating… made the trip to Monarco a highlight for my son who is a Grande Prix fanatic.. we’d highly recommend this tour, especially if you’re time poor like us ( 1 day there as a port stop from our cruise ship) .
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Wander293329
Jul 12, 2025
Amazing day trip with Jaoued - We had the absolute pleasure of spending a full day touring the French Riviera with Jaoued, and it was truly the highlight of our trip. From the moment we met him, Jaoued was warm, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. His passion for the region was clear in every story he told and every stop he chose for us.
Throughout the day, Jaoued took us to stunning locations along the coast—from the glitz and glamour of Monaco to the charming streets of Èze. He shared rich historical insights, fun anecdotes, and personal tips that made the experience feel unique and tailored just for us. It never felt rushed, he gave us plenty of time to explore, take photos, and soak in the atmosphere at each location.
What really stood out was Jaoued’s attention to detail and his genuine care for our experience. He was not only a guide, but a gracious host and a fantastic driver, navigating the scenic coastal roads with ease and making us feel completely comfortable throughout the day. The Setton Family gives Jaoued 5 stars!!!
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William_p
Jun 8, 2025
Great tour and experience! - We had such a great time. We had 3 vans and a group of 17, with kids ranging from 12 to 24. Everyone had a fantastic time. We started in Eze and made our way to Monaco/Monte Carlo. The guides were amazing and very accommodating with our large group. I highly recommend this tour.
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Ann_c
Jun 7, 2025
Wonderful overview of the French Rivieria! Ben was great! - Ben was phenomenal.. very energetic, curious and well versed. We would highly recommend. We had 8 people which included 3 children… he went out of his way to pick us up and make everything super convenient. He has a love and passion for the area as he is from Nice. His English is perfect!
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Dennis_d
Sep 11, 2024
Private day tour from cruise - Terrific day touring Eze, Monaco and Nice! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a private shore excursion. A bit more expensive than what you might pay for an excursion from the ship but well worth the money for the private van and guide!
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Mobile56395600787
Jun 8, 2024
Thank you Michael. Great tour guide. - Fabulous tour. Our guide was Michael. I will definitely recommend him and the company. Michael was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and accommodated our group to suit where we wanted to go and the duration of stay at each site. Thank you Michael. Great tour.
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Peggy_h
May 18, 2024
Absolutely recommend this tour - Irina was amazing! This is THE way to go! She matched our tour to exactly what we wanted. She was flexible with (and respectful of) our timetable. She was very knowledgeable and we leaned MUCH about the areas we visited.
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Davka_b
Sep 10, 2023
Riviera tour - George served as our tour guide during our visit. He was not only friendly but also quite talkative. The first half of the tour was enjoyable, but unfortunately, the second half felt rushed due to his efforts to beat the traffic. It would be beneficial if the tour description included information about key places and their expected durations. For those like us who had never been to Southern France and relied solely on the company's advertisement, this would have been invaluable.
Regrettably, we only spent 10 minutes in Monaco, which left us feeling quite disappointed, especially considering it was a private VIP tour. With better information, we could have allocated more time to explore Monaco. I would advise anyone planning to take this tour to conduct thorough research and plan their 9 hours according to their preferences.
Towards the end of the tour, George recommended a fantastic restaurant called 'Black Sails,' and it was an absolute highlight of our day.
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