Nice bike and boat tour: Pedicab ride plus private coastal cruise

One hour by pedicab through Nice's squares and markets, then two hours on the water past millionaires' villas

A private tour of Nice combining a 1-hour guided pedicab ride through the city's monuments, markets and historic quarters with a 2-hour coastal boat cruise past Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche-sur-Mer. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French and one additional language. Pickup and drop-off are included, and children from age 2 are welcome. You can swim or fish during the boat portion, or taste French champagne on board.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Massena Square1m
2. Cours Saleya Flower Market3m
3. Quai des États-Unispass by
4. Castle Hill5m
5. Garibaldi Square2m

Explore Nice by pedicab and boat

• Visit Place Massena
• Explore Old Nice streets
• See Fountain Apollo statue
• Stop at Opera House
• Browse Flower Market
• Visit courthouse at Palais de Justice
• Explore Rossetti Square
• Tour Saint Reparate Cathedral
• Walk along Quai des Etats Unis
• Climb Castle Hill for views
• View Memorial of the two wars
• Visit Place Garibaldi
• Board boat at Port of Nice
• Cruise along French Riviera coast
• Swim, fish, or taste champagne onboard

The experience

The tour starts with a pedicab ride through Nice's center, where your guide points out Place Masséna with its seven continents and parks, then moves into the narrow streets of Old Nice to explain the history layered into its architecture. You'll stop at the Cours Saleya Flower Market to see the regional lavender and local products, and your guide will share stories about the Fountain Apollo, the Opera House and the Sainte Réparate Cathedral. The route takes in Place Garibaldi, the Quai des États-Unis along the bay, and Castle Hill for views across the Cap Ferrât peninsula and the Mediterranean.

At the Port of Nice, you board a private boat for a 2-hour cruise along the French Riviera coast. The route passes the Promenade des Anglais, rounds Cap de Nice, and sails past the imposing citadel and the charming villages that line the hills. You'll see the luxurious villas that overlook the water from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche-sur-Mer. During the cruise, you have the option to swim, fish, or taste French champagne on board while listening to onboard commentary about the history of the Côte d'Azur.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the tour is wheelchair accessible throughout. WiFi is available on the boat, and an audio guide supplements the live commentary. The full experience takes three hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Private transportation by pedicab and boat.
• a live guide in your choice of five languages.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• WiFi on board.
• an audio guide.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (15 to 96 years) · Child (2 to 14 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Arabic

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic, Chinese, Norwegian, Russian, Swedish and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by O'Bicycle

Is this one for you?The pedicab portion is a 1-hour guided ride through the city, and the boat cruise lasts 2 hours, so the full experience fits a single afternoon without long stretches of walking. Children from age 2 can join, and the entire route is wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for mixed-ability groups.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 14 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Cours Saleya Flower Market like?

The Cours Saleya Flower Market is a warm and friendly place full of bright colors and regional fragrances, selling flowers like lavender and local products. Your guide will explain the market's significance, and you can taste Niçoise specialties such as socca or pissaladière prepared and sold on site.

Can I swim during the boat cruise?

Yes, you can swim during the 2-hour private boat cruise along the coast. You also have the option to fish or taste French champagne on board while enjoying views of the villas and coastal villages.

Is pickup from my hotel included?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price. After the boat cruise ends at the Port of Nice, your guide will return you to your hotel.

What is Castle Hill known for?

Castle Hill, also called Rauba Capeu, offers a heavenly view of the Cap Ferrât peninsula surrounded by the Mediterranean and is considered the best spot in Nice for photographs. Your guide will share the history and anecdotes of this location, and you'll also see the solar clock on the hill.