E-Bike Tour Nice: Three Corniche Roads & Medieval Villages

Ride the three Corniche roads without building the route yourself

A 6-hour e-bike tour from Nice that follows the Low, Medium and Grande Corniche cliff roads along the French Riviera, visiting the medieval villages of Eze and La Turbie with a professional guide, lunch included, and around 10 panoramic viewpoints. The tour covers 32 to 40 km with 800 meters of elevation gain and is built for riders comfortable on e-bikes. A professional guide leads the group in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or another language.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Mount Boron40m
2. La Turbie50m
3. Èze30m
4. Exotic Garden of Èze20m

Explore French Riviera panoramic sites

• View Nice port from different perspectives
• Visit Mount Boron fortress and panoramas
• Explore Natural Park with gardens and wells
• Ride along the Corniche Roads coastal views
• Climb to panoramic viewpoint above Monaco
• Visit medieval village of La Turbie and Roman monument
• Explore Èze village cobblestone streets
• See Exotic Garden of Èze and photo stops
• Overlook Villefranche seaside town highlights

The experience

The ride starts from Nice and climbs through the natural forest of Mont Boron, a 16th-century fortress site overlooking Villefranche Bay, before moving onto the three Corniche roads that wind up the coast toward Menton. The Low Corniche hugs the shoreline; the Medium Corniche cuts through the middle elevation; the Grande Corniche sits highest, at 750 meters, and delivers the most dramatic views: a 360-degree panorama from the Italian Riviera to the Gulf of Saint Tropez, with Monaco's rooftops spread below. The guide chooses the route based on the group's fitness level, so the day adapts to who is riding.

You stop at Eze, a medieval village perched 400 meters above sea level with narrow cobblestone streets and stone houses that seem to hang over the water. The Exotic Garden of Eze sits at the top, filled with rare plants and sculptures, and offers some of the best photo stops on the Riviera: entry costs 6 euros extra if you choose it. La Turbie comes next, home to a 2,000-year-old Roman monument called the Trophée of Augustus, and sits on the highest balcony of the Grande Corniche. The route passes through natural parks rich in botanical diversity and off-the-beaten-track spots that most car tours miss.

This is a sporty tour: 32 to 40 km of riding with 800 meters of climbing, then a descent at the end. E-bikes handle the steep sections, but you need to be at ease on a bike and have strong cardiovascular fitness. The guide provides the e-bike, helmet, basket and a lock for Eze Village. Lunch, a local food picnic, is included. The tour runs 6 hours and works best for riders who want the Riviera's most dramatic coastal views without planning the roads, managing the climbs or navigating between villages themselves.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or another language.
• e-bike and helmet.
• basket and lock for Eze Village.
• local food picnic lunch.

Options for this experience

2 options

Grand Panoramic Tour of the French Riviera09:30Lasts 6 hours; includes a local food picnic (snacks) and an electric bike

Includes a visit to the Nice ObservatoryGuide in 5 languages · 09:30Guided tour of the Nice Observatory monument: the dome was designed by Eiffel and the building by Garnier, and inside is the great telescope.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SaturdayDeparts at 09:30

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Physically demandingStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nice Creative Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you ride regularly and want to tackle the Riviera's steepest coastal roads with a guide who knows every viewpoint and can adjust the pace. The e-bike handles the 800 meters of climbing, but the day demands strong fitness and comfort on a bike. Skip it if you are new to cycling or prefer a gentler pace. The 32 to 40 km and sustained climbs are not a warm-up.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

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

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Infant (under 5).

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 are the three Corniche roads and why do they matter on this tour?

The Low, Medium and Grande Corniche are three scenic routes that climb the mountainous stretch from Nice toward Menton. The Grande Corniche is the highest and most spectacular, sitting at 750 meters with 360-degree views that dominate the entire coastline from Italy to the Esterel and the Alps. The tour follows all three, so you experience the full range of perspectives along the French Riviera coast.

How steep is this ride and what fitness level do I need?

The tour covers 32 to 40 km with 800 meters of elevation gain, followed by a descent. You need a high level of physical fitness and comfort riding an e-bike. The e-bike motor helps with the climbs, but you are still pedaling uphill for sustained stretches. The guide adjusts the route if the group is not sporty enough and needs a change of pace.

What is there to see and do in Eze village?

Eze is a medieval village 400 meters above sea level with labyrinthine cobblestone streets and limestone houses that hang over the sea. The Exotic Garden of Eze sits at the top with rare plants, sculptures and a small waterfall, plus the best viewpoints overlooking the rooftops of the medieval town. Entry to the garden costs 6 euros extra per person and is optional.

What does the tour include and what costs extra?

The tour includes the e-bike, helmet, basket, a lock for Eze Village, a professional guide in your language, and lunch as a local food picnic. Entry to the Exotic Garden of Eze is optional and costs 6 euros per person if you choose it.

Can I do this tour if I have never ridden an e-bike before?

The tour is only for people at ease on e-bikes and requires a high level of physical fitness. If you are new to e-bikes or have limited cycling experience, this tour's 800 meters of climbing and 32 to 40 km distance may be too demanding. The guide can adjust the route if needed, but the tour is built for confident riders.