French Riviera Private Tour from Nice: Monaco, Eze & Antibes

A day across four villages: medieval Eze, the Grand Prix circuit, art-soaked Saint Paul de Vence, and the yachts of Antibes

A private full-day tour of the French Riviera departing from Nice with a certified English or French-speaking guide, luxury air-conditioned minivan, and bottled water included. The itinerary covers Monaco's Casino Square and Prince's Palace, the hilltop village of Eze with its Fragonard Perfume Factory, Saint Paul de Vence where Picasso and Matisse once worked, and Antibes with its Provencal Market and Picasso Museum. Pickup is available from Nice or Villefranche-sur-Mer. Cannes, Antibes or Monaco pickups are optional at checkout. The tour runs approximately 8.5 hours and requires a moderate level of fitness for walking through village streets.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Èze40m
2. La Turbiepass by
3. Monaco Cathedral10m
4. Monte Carlo Casino25m
5. Provencal Market25m
6. Picasso Museum35m
7. Promenade des Anglaispass by

Explore French Riviera highlights

• Visit medieval village of Eze
• Optional visit to Exotic Gardens
• Explore Fragonard Perfume Factory
• Drive through La Turbie, view Trophy of the Alps
• See Prince's Palace of Monaco and Changing of the Guards
• Visit Monaco Cathedral and Princess Grace Kelly's tomb
• Drive Monaco Grand Prix circuit and visit Monte Carlo Casino
• Explore Saint Paul de Vence village and Colombe d'Or inn
• Visit Antibes Provencal Market and Fort Carré
• See Picasso Museum in Antibes
• Drive along Cap d'Antibes
• Drive along Promenade des Anglais in Nice

The experience

The day starts with your guide picking you up from your hotel in Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer, or another location you choose in the area. You travel in a private Mercedes minivan with air conditioning, which means no sharing the vehicle or waiting for other passengers. The route takes you east along the coast toward Monaco and the hills above it.

Eze sits on a hilltop with cobblestone streets and views down to the sea. You walk through the medieval village with your guide, who explains its history as you move through the narrow alleys. The Fragonard Perfume Factory is a stop where you learn how perfume is made: the guide walks you through the scent-matching challenge, teaching you about the "nose," the person who creates fragrances. If you want to visit the Exotic Gardens for an extra hour, that costs 8 euros per person and adds time to the day. As you drive through La Turbie, your guide points out the Trophy of the Alps, a Roman monument from 6 B.C. that stands on the Great Corniche, though you don't stop there.

In Monaco, you see the Prince's Palace from outside and learn its story. The palace interior is only open April to October for separate admission. If you're there at 11:55 a.m., you watch the Changing of the Guards. You drive the Grand Prix circuit at a leisurely pace, passing the start-finish line, the tunnel, and the Fairmont hairpin turn. Then you enter Casino Square in Monte Carlo, where the Casino de Monte-Carlo stands surrounded by luxury boutiques and restaurants. At Monaco Cathedral, your guide tells you about Princess Grace Kelly, who is buried there.

Saint Paul de Vence is a medieval village where Picasso, Matisse, and Chagall lived and worked. You walk the same narrow streets they roamed, and your guide explains the village's role as a muse for these artists. The Colombe d'Or inn, which hosted them, still displays their original works. In Antibes, you visit the Provencal Market in the morning (it's closed Mondays), where local produce and flowers fill the stalls. You see Fort Carré, a 16th-century fortress built by Marshal Vauban, and Port de Vauban, where luxury yachts are moored. The Picasso Museum occupies Grimaldi Castle, where Picasso worked for several months in 1946. You see the building from outside and hear the story of his time there. Cap d'Antibes, stretching 4 kilometers into the sea, is visible as you drive. Your guide explains why it's called "Billionaires Bay." Before returning to Nice, you drive the Promenade des Anglais, the 4-mile seafront avenue that runs from the airport to the port.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes minivan.
• certified tour guide speaking English or French.
• bottled water.
• hotel pickup from Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer, or optional locations in Cannes, Antibes or Monaco.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except FridayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to2h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 22 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by UniqueTours Riviera

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're traveling alone or with family and want to see the Riviera's highlights without driving yourself or managing a shared group schedule. The private minivan means your guide adjusts the pace and stops to match your interests, and you avoid the crowds that follow larger tour buses through these villages.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

What is the Fragonard Perfume Factory visit like in Eze?

The Fragonard Perfume Factory in Eze is a guided tour where you learn how perfume is made and meet the concept of the "nose": the person who creates fragrances. You sample a collection of scents and try to match each one to its plant or spice source. It's educational and sensory, giving you insight into the region's history of perfume production.

Can I visit the Prince's Palace interior in Monaco?

The Prince's Palace interior is only open to visitors from April to October, and entry requires separate admission beyond the tour. You see the palace from outside and watch the Changing of the Guards ceremony at 11:55 a.m. if the timing aligns with your tour.

What markets or shopping stops are included in Antibes?

Antibes includes the Provencal Market, which opens every morning except Mondays and sells fresh local produce, berries, fruits, and flowers. You also pass Port de Vauban, where luxury yachts are moored, and see the Picasso Museum housed in Grimaldi Castle, where Picasso worked in 1946.

Is the Exotic Gardens in Eze included, or is it extra?

The Exotic Gardens in Eze is optional and costs 8 euros per person if you choose to visit. It takes an extra hour and offers views of the sea and rare plants from the hilltop location.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

Walking is required to explore the cobblestone streets of Eze, Saint Paul de Vence, and Antibes. The tour requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The villages are built on hills or uneven terrain, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Where does the tour pick me up, and can I choose a different location?

Pickup is included from any hotel in Nice or Villefranche-sur-Mer. If you're staying in Cannes, Antibes, or Monaco, you can arrange pickup from those locations at checkout for an adjusted price.