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15 French Riviera Day Trips Worth the Morning

43 tours  ·  from $58

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 french riviera day trips that hold up, each with its price, its verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Nice: French Riviera in One Day - The Moyenne Corniche view: a fast start with a big payoff
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From Nice: French Riviera in One Day

1.French Riviera in One Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,215 reviews · from $85Our pick

Spend nine hours touring the Riviera from Nice in an air-conditioned bus with a driver-guide. Stop at Villefranche, Èze, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Antibes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Cannes. Guides such as Samantha, Peter, David, and Fabrice have earned praise for local insight and flexible service.

“The whole experience from start to finish was excellent. Fabulous places to visit and very well planned. Our Tour Guide was fantastic with her knowledge of all areas. A superb day out which I would highly recommend and great value for money.”

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From Nice: The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour - Villefranche-sur-Mer starts the coastal view
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From Nice: The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour

2.The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,130 reviews · 10 hours · from $112

This 10-hour small-group or private van tour links the Riviera’s essential stops, from Eze’s medieval lanes and Fragonard perfume house to Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, and Saint-Paul de Vence. Guides such as Laurent, Stefan, Ben, Kate, and Vass add local history, food tips, and flexible advice.

“Our guide Stefan was amazing, he made the trip such an enjoyable one that was filled with fun facts! He gave us the perfect tour anyone could ask for of the French Riviera, and he even took a minor detour to show us more of the French Riviera than originally planned due to the perfectly sunny weather we had on the tour date itself. The small tour group size also enabled me to enjoy the experience and feel like it was truly unique and special. Overall, the tour was truly wonderful, the others in my tour group were great to share the time with, and lastly my tour guide Stefan…”

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The Best of the French Riviera Small group Guided Tour from Nice - Starting above Villefranche and Cap-Ferrat
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The Best of the French Riviera Small group Guided Tour from Nice

3.The Best of the French Riviera Small group Guided Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,033 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $114Top rated

Spend about 10 hours touring the French Riviera from Nice with a driver-guide such as Ruben, Stephan, Laurent, Ben, or Isa. Expect scenic viewpoints, medieval villages, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, and a Fragonard perfume stop, with free time rather than a fully guided walk at each place.

“If you want to see many cities on the French Riviera all in one day, this is your tour. We usually try to cover as many in one day and than return to see the ones that interest us more.”

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French Riviera Cannes to Monte-Carlo Discovery Small Group Day Trip from Nice - Monaco-Ville and the royal quarter
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French Riviera Cannes to Monte-Carlo Discovery Small Group Day Trip from Nice

4.French Riviera Cannes to Monte-Carlo Discovery Small Group Day Trip from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 662 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $151

Spend about nine hours exploring the French Riviera from Nice in a small group of no more than eight. Visit Eze and Fragonard, Monaco-Ville, Monte Carlo, Cannes, and Antibes with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Tony, Stephan, or Adrienne. Hotel pickup and a comfortable Mercedes minivan are included.

“A great day exploring the French Riviera along with Monte Carlo, Monaco and EZE, Terry was a great driver and guide and I highly recommend this tour.”

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French Riviera in One Day from Nice shared tour - Morning views toward Villefranche and Cap Ferrat
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French Riviera in One Day from Nice shared tour

5.French Riviera in One Day from Nice shared tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 539 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $90

I recommend this English-language, shared tour if you want a fast first look at the Riviera. Your driver picks you up in Nice, then takes you to Èze, Monaco, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Cannes. Guides such as Samantha, Denys, and Antonio have added strong local commentary, but guiding can vary.

“A must trip. No one should visit Nice without taking this trip. It is an excellent overview of the area. Giorgi did a great job especially with the logistics”

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French Riviera Famous Cities Scoot Coupe Tour from Nice - Starting in Nice and climbing toward Mont Boron
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French Riviera Famous Cities Scoot Coupe Tour from Nice

6.French Riviera Famous Cities Scoot Coupe Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 437 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102

Drive a two-seat, three-wheel Scoot Coupe from Nice with guides such as Zak, Julie, or Emile. In four hours, visit Mont Boron, Èze, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, and Villefranche-sur-Mer, plus a Galimard perfume workshop. Expect open-air driving, coastal views, and a small group of up to ten.

“This was a great way to spend our first day in Nice. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and we were not rushed. We were able to see the city from a much higher vantage point as we experienced the winding roads of Nice. Lots of fun.”

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From Nice: French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise - What the water activity feels like
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From Nice: French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise

7.French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 424 reviews · 2 hours · from $58Best value

From Poseidon in Nice, you’ll cruise by wooden boat to Villefranche Bay near Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Crew provide masks, snorkels, and a wetsuit if needed, then supervise a relaxed swim among fish before the return ride. English and French are spoken, and Raffaella has helped nervous swimmers feel at ease.

“We were really pleased with this activity! The staff was excellent and spoke English. The boat had both snorkeling and scuba participants. They managed it all really well. My teen kid and I felt totally safe. The snorkeling location was great. Communication ahead was excellent. Great value for the snorkeling trip. Really pleased. We got to see some sides of Nice we wouldn't have seen if we hadn't been on the boat.”

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From Nice, Cannes, Villefranche: French Riviera Day Trip - Cannes and the Palais des Festivals in 45 minutes
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From Nice, Cannes, Villefranche: French Riviera Day Trip

8.From Nice, Cannes, Villefranche: French Riviera Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 419 reviews · 510 minutes - 9 hours · from $123

Spend nine hours exploring Cannes, Antibes, Èze, and Monaco in a van limited to eight people. Your English- or French-speaking guide handles the driving, parking, history, and timing, with free time in each stop and a Fragonard perfume tour.

“Very good trip. Absolutely on time. Guide was very good in explaining the details. Overall enjoyed.”

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Nice: Private French Riviera Solar Boat Cruise - Starting at Beaulieu-sur-Mer marina
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Nice: Private French Riviera Solar Boat Cruise

9.Private French Riviera Solar Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $89

Take a private 1 or 2-hour solar boat cruise from Beaulieu-sur-Mer with an English or French-speaking captain-guide. Glide past Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villa Rothschild, yachts, and coastal villas, then take the wheel under supervision. The longer trip may include time to swim.

“Our guide was very friendly and informative. We had a 1 hour cruise and it was delightful. Highly recommended.”

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From Nice: French Riviera Full-Day Tour - Èze, the hill village with the big view
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From Nice: French Riviera Full-Day Tour

10.French Riviera Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 345 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $112

Spend 9 to 10 hours touring the Côte d’Azur from Nice with a guide such as Nicole, Mario, or Stefan. Visit Èze and Fragonard, Monaco and Monte Carlo, Cannes, Antibes, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence in an air-conditioned vehicle, with private and shared options.

“We were picked up close to our hotel and dropped off near by which was great. We packed a lot in on the day.”

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French Riviera Full Day Shared Tour from Nice - Nice begins with the Bay of Angels
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French Riviera Full Day Shared Tour from Nice

11.French Riviera Full Day Shared Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 331 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $114

From Nice, a professional guide such as Raphael, Daniel, Mimi, or Jeff drives you through Eze, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Antibes, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Expect panoramic stops, a Fragonard perfume visit, hotel pickup, and a fast-paced 9-hour overview in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Raphael was a great and attentive guide. He’s multi-lingual, very knowledgeable, and conducts a great tour. This is a great overview of the French Riviera!”

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French Riviera Guided Tour by Exclusive Open Top Car - Leaving Nice through the port and Mont Alban
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French Riviera Guided Tour by Exclusive Open Top Car

12.French Riviera Guided Tour by Exclusive Open Top Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 309 reviews · 4 hours · from $112

Drive a two-person open-top three-wheeler from Nice with a guide such as Zack or Julie. Follow coastal roads to Mont Alban, Èze, Villefranche-sur-Mer and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, stopping for views, a Fragonard perfume visit and possibly a beach break.

“It was a great way to see a lot of the city. We had a few stops with amazing views!. Our guides, Julie and Martin were great! Driving up to Eze and going to the perfume factory was fun. And very cool that we got to make our own perfume to take home. Couple things to keep in mind- There is really only one bathroom stop halfway, roads are curvy, but if you are like me with motion issues, being in the open air car was no problem, there is not a lot of commentary on the tour, except for when you stop at the lookout stops. You should definitely…”

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French Riviera Cities & Sightseeing Scoot Coupe Tour from Nice - Fort Mont-Alban: the first major viewpoint
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French Riviera Cities & Sightseeing Scoot Coupe Tour from Nice

13.French Riviera Cities & Sightseeing Scoot Coupe Tour from Nice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 272 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Follow a local guide such as Zakaria or Emile in a compact, easy-to-drive Scoot Coupe from Nice to high viewpoints, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Plage de la Mariniere. The small group, scenic stops and open-air feel suit visitors who want more ground covered in two hours.

“This was great fun! I highly recommend doing this tour. The sights from above were amazing. We drove to areas we never would have seen that were so beautiful.”

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Nice Food Tour – A Full Meal on French Riviera by Do Eat Better - Socca and pissaladière near Saint-François-de-Paule
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Nice Food Tour – A Full Meal on French Riviera by Do Eat Better

14.Nice Food Tour – A Full Meal on French Riviera by Do Eat Better

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Start at Place Massena with olive oil, then follow your English-speaking guide through Old Nice for Provençal wine, cheese, charcuterie, socca, pissaladière, chocolates, and gelato. Guides such as Rachel, Leo, Camille, and Sinead bring local food and city stories to life in a group of up to 12.

“This walking/eating/drinking tour of the heart of old town Nice was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Camille, was a delight and very knowledgeable about the subject matter. We visited five great locations on the tour, starting with a place that had excellent olive oil and vinegar. We got to sample several delicious varieties. The next stop was a wine shop, where we were able to experience three different wines, along with accompanying cheese, bread, and charcuterie. That was another great experience. Next was lunch, where we shared a platter of Socca (traditional Nice snack, sort of a cross between flatbread and a pancake. It's made with olive oil and chick…”

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Nice: Panoramic French Riviera E-Bike Tour - From Quai des États-Unis to the harbor
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Nice: Panoramic French Riviera E-Bike Tour

15.Panoramic French Riviera E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 230 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $64

Ride from Nice along the Promenade des Anglais, the port, and the coast to Villefranche-sur-Mer, then climb to Fort Mont Alban. Your French or English-speaking guide, such as Francisco, Loric, or Owen, handles route guidance and local stories. You need confidence on an e-bike and fitness for 20-plus kilometers.

“Loved this tour so much! Our guide, Francisco, was amazing in English et Français! He was so patient with our many questions. It was so worthwhile to get out of the city and take the longer tour to see more of the local beauty! I look forward to returning to Nice again to do this unique and beautiful tour. Merci Beaucoup, Francisco!”

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