Private Boat Tour Nice, Eze & Monaco: Swim & Snorkel

You see the French Riviera from the water instead of the shore.

A private boat tour along the Côte d'Azur from Nice, customized before departure to visit Eze, Monaco or Villefranche-sur-Mer, with a skipper and English-speaking guide. The tour runs four hours and includes snorkeling equipment, two bottles of rosé wine, bottled water, and all fuel and taxes—no hidden charges. You stop to swim and snorkel in the clear waters off Villefranche-sur-Mer and can relax on deck with wine while cruising past the grand villas of St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour along the Côte d'Azur

• View luxurious St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula
• Stop at Villefranche-sur-Mer for swimming
• Snorkel in clear turquoise waters
• Relax on deck with a glass of wine

The Experience

You'll plan the route before you board. A conversation with the operator lets you choose which stretch of coast matters most—whether that's the glamorous harbor of Monaco, the perched village of Eze visible from the water, or the exclusive peninsula of St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat with its private beaches and grand villas. The skipper and English-speaking guide shape the day around what you want to see and do, so the itinerary is yours, not a fixed schedule.

Once underway, the boat cruises close enough to the coastline that you see the architecture and landscape change as you move east. On the return, you'll anchor in Villefranche-sur-Mer for a few hours—the water there is clear and turquoise, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and you can also simply swim or stay on deck with a glass of rosé wine, watching the water and the villas above the shore. The two bottles of rosé and bottled water are included, so there's no separate bar tab.

Everything is priced upfront: fuel, the skipper's fee, the guide, equipment and wine are all covered. You won't encounter hidden charges or surprise costs when you step off the boat.

What’s included

• Skipper and English-speaking guide.
• snorkeling equipment.
• two bottles of rosé wine and bottled water.
• all fuel and taxes.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Private Boat Tour on Côte d'Azur

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to plan the route yourself rather than follow a fixed itinerary—the skipper works around your preference for which part of the coast to explore. The private boat and customizable stops make it possible to spend as much time swimming and snorkeling as you want, or to linger on deck with wine while the villas pass by.

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Top questions

Can I choose where the boat goes, or is the route fixed?

The route is customized before your tour. You'll discuss your preferred destination—Monaco, Eze, Villefranche-sur-Mer or St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat—with the operator, and the skipper plans the day around your choice.

What is St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat like from the water?

St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat is an extremely exclusive peninsula on the French Riviera, home to grand villas, pristine gardens and private beaches. From the boat, you see the architecture and landscape of this wealthy enclave as you cruise past.

How long do we stop to swim and snorkel?

The boat anchors in Villefranche-sur-Mer for a few hours on the return journey, giving you time to swim, snorkel in the clear turquoise waters, or relax on deck with wine.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes, snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the tour. You can use it in Villefranche-sur-Mer or simply swim and relax on deck instead.

What drinks are included?

Two bottles of rosé wine and bottled water are included. Alcoholic beverages are not served to travelers under 18 years old.

Are there any hidden costs?

No. The price covers fuel, the skipper's fee, the guide, snorkeling equipment, wine and water, plus all taxes. There are no hidden charges.