Enjoy a scenic drive to Monaco, passing through Nice, Villefranche Bay, and Monaco. Stop in Eze to visit the medieval village and learn about perfume-making at Fragonard (note: a few steps to reach the top). Afterward, drive through La Turbie and see the 2000-year-old Trophy of the Alps before arriving in Monaco.
Explore the Casino Square in Monte-Carlo, take a ride on the Formula 1 circuit, and visit the old town with the Prince’s Palace and Cathedral. Witness the Changing of the Guards at 11:55 am (no visit inside the Prince’s Palace).
You’ll have free time to explore Monaco at your own pace. The tour offers a perfect mix of sightseeing, culture, and relaxation.
The guide will provide information in the minivan, allowing free time to explore.
For cruisers, in case of last-minute port cancellation, a 50% refund is available upon request.
Pickup included
En route to Monaco, make a first stop to discover the medieval village of Eze, one of the most picturesque sites of the French Riviera. Dating from the Middle Ages, the village was built on top of the rocky outcrop for security reasons. The walls of the twelfth century will be dismantled in 1706 by order of Louis XIV. Take the cobbled streets and reach the top where you can find today the exotic garden and the castle ruins, the view is amazing (1,400 ft / 427 meters high). Stop to discover the process of perfume at the perfum factory Fragonard.
Go through the village of La Turbie, also called the "Monaco terrace" because of the panoramic view of the Principality of Monaco. Admire the ruins of an imposing monument (164 ft/ 50 meters high) : the Trophy of the Alps, dedicated to the Emperor Augustus, built 7 BC on the road that linked Italy to Cimiez (the Roman Quarter Nice) longtime ago.
In front of the Palais du Prince, you will discover the Changing of the Guard at 11:55, you will notice the Carabinieri Barracks . Created on the 8th of December 1817, the Carabinieri have for main missions to ensure the safety of the Royal Family as well as maintain public order. This stop does not include the visit of the Prince's Palace. If you like, you can visit the inside of the Prince's Palace (10€/adult, 5€/child)
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Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Your guide will come to pick you up at the time mentionned on your voucher in front of your Hotel/address. We recommend you to be ready in advance. The guide will not be able to wait with other clients. Thank you very much and we wish you a pleasant tour.
Your guide will come to pick you up at the time mentionned on your voucher in front of your Hotel/address. For cruisers, your guide will be waiting at the exit of the tenders or the cruise terminal building. He/she will be holding a sign with your name on it. If necessary, we highly advise you to book an early tender as soon as you get on the cruise We recommend you to be ready in advance. The guide will not be able to wait with other clients. Thank you very much and we wish you a pleasant tour.