Day Trips & Excursions in Nice

Nice is not only the gateway to the French Riviera, it's also a popular starting point for exploring the countryside of Provence. On this private full-day tour, visit the Provencal town of Vence; admire the Matisse Church, the artist's self-proclaimed masterpiece; and browse the art galleries and crafts workshops of St Paul de Vence.

Spend a day in the countryside on a full-day tour from Nice. See the scenic beauty for yourself, from verdant vineyards to vast lavender fields to dramatic rocky cliffs. With your knowledgeable guide, stop in the scented town of Grasse. Tour the well-known Fragonard Perfumery. Visit the towns of Gourdon and Valbonne, before heading back to Nice for a tour of the Château de Cr emat wine estate and a wine tasting. Tour group size is limited to eight people to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Take a day trip across the border to explore the vibrant outdoor markets of the Italian Riviera on a small-group tour from Nice. Take in the views during a scenic drive along the French and Italian coast, leaving the logistics to your professional guide, and enjoy a couple of hours to shop to your heart's content in the Italian markets. Stop for a lunch break (own expense) and a visit in Dolceacqua and, on the way back, for a photo-op over Monaco. Tour group size is limited to eight people, ensuring plenty of personalized attention from your English-speaking guide.

Take in the highlights of Nice, the capital of the French Riviera, on this 4-hour small-group tour from Villefranche-sur-Mer. Explore the atmospheric Old Town, stroll along the beachside Promenade des Anglais, and take in the views from Castle Hill. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Delve into the artistic side of the French Riviera on this half-day tour from Monaco. Visit Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to see the porcelain collection at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its magnificent gardens outside. Spend time in Nice, where you'll see the biblical scenes painted by Marc Chagall at the Chagall Museum in the Cimiez neighborhood. Enjoy the collection of Henri Matisse's work at Nice's Matisse Museum - the artist spent much of his life on the French Riviera. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Make your way across the French Rivera on this 10.5-hour tour from Aix-en-Provence. Along the way stop in Monaco at the Prince's Palace of Monaco and the Monte Carlo Casino, plus ride down the famous Formula 1 Grand Prix race circuit. Then move on to Eze to visit the Fragonard perfumery before seeing some main highlights in Nice.

Meet your guide in Villefranche sur Mer and spend 5 hours touring this lovely area. Take in stunning views from Mont Boron, cruise along the Promenade des Anglais, see an Eastern Orthodox cathedral, and admire the scenic vineyards in Bellet. Visit Château de Cr emat to taste local wines and learn about the wine production process. Explore the Old Town of Nice before your tour concludes.

Even if you're pressed for time, discover the magic of the French Riviera in just one action-packed day on this small-group tour with no more than eight travelers. Follow in the footsteps of the stars in Cannes, Antibes, and St-Paul de Vence. Tour the Grasse Fragonard Perfumery, savor the scent of violets in Tourrettes-sur-Loup, and soak up sweeping views from Gourdon.

With its tradition of luxury and beautiful natural environment, the French Riviera offers visitors plenty to explore. Gain an overview of the Cote d'Azure on this day trip to some of the area's top towns, including Cannes, Antibes, and Eze. Stop to visit top historical and cultural attractions at each location and enjoy the views of the French countryside between destinations.

Spend a day exploring some of the prettiest towns in the Provençal countryside and tasting Côte d'Azur wines with this small-group day trip from Monaco. Visit the aromatic town of Grasse for a tour of the famous Fragonard perfumery. Wander the Medieval streets with your knowledgeable guide and stop for lunch (own expense) in Valbonne. Soak in the expansive views over the Mediterranean from the heights of Gourdon. Sample local wines at the Château de Cr emat in Nice. Group size is limited to eight people to ensure a more personalized experience.

The glamorous resort town of Cannes and the artists' village of St. Paul de Vence are two of the most visited sites along the French Riviera. This tour visits both, with a guide on-hand to point out notable landmarks such as Boulevard de la Croisette, the Palais de Festival, and Colombe d'Or restaurant, and groups limited to just 8 people to ensure a more personalized experience.

Make the most of your time on the Côte d'Azur on this full-day, small-group tour. Meet your guide directly at your Nice accommodation; you'll travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the medieval village of Èze. Take in the panoramic, hilltop views before venturing to the Fragonard Perfumery (own expense), where you'll discover how fragrances are made. Then, cross the border into glitzy Monaco. Explore the Rock of Monaco old town, make a lap of the Formula 1 circuit, see the Prince's Palace, and much more.

Experience the beauty of the Italian Riviera with a shopping day trip from Cannes to the unique markets of San Remo and Bordighera of northern Italy. Drive along the exceptionally beautiful coastline in a minivan while your guide shares local insight into the area's history and culture. Enjoy more than 2 hours of leisure time to shop at the markets, and stop for an authentic Italian lunch and visit of Dolceacqua (own expense). Numbers are limited to eight people for a personalized small-group tour.

Experience two countries in one day on this full-day sightseeing trip to Monaco from Nice. Soak up the scenery along the glittering Côte d'Azur as you follow the seafront Corniche; admire the lavish villas of Villefranche sur Mer and visit the Galimard perfumery in Eze. Then, cross the border to Monaco to visit the famous Rock of Monaco; admire architectural wonders like Monaco Cathedral and the Opera Garnier; or hit the shops and casinos in glamorous Monte Carlo.