
French Riviera Highlights
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$175
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French RivieraDeparting from the cruise pier in Villefranche in groups of no more than 8 guests, your driver/guide will drive you to the hilltop medieval town of Eze, which is approximately 30 minutes away. During the drive, your driver/guide will point out the sites along the way. A stop will be made to take photos of this charming village clinging to the cliffside and its magnificent views overlooking the French Riviera.A stop will be made to visit the nearby perfume factory Fragonard which has been producing scents for more than 3 generations.A scenic drive will be taken through the hillside village of La Turbie, with its Trophy of the Alps, and scenic landscape.Following the coastal road, drive through the old town of Antibes, where you will see the incredible harbor and its ramparts. A stop will be made for photos.You will then drive on to Cannes, where a drive along the Croisette Boulevard will bring you to the film festival Palace. A stop will be made for an exterior visit and a chance for you to feel as a star walking up the world known steps.Then it's on to the typical medieval village of Saint Paul de Vence, approximately 40-minutes away, where you will have approximately 1 hour of free time to explore the winding streets made famous by actors and artists living there, or purchase lunch on your own.You will then drive to Monte Carlo, approximately 50-minutes away, where you will drive directly to the old town and enjoy an exterior visit to the royal Prince Palace before walking to the Cathedral, where you will have an interior visit. You will then drive to the casino square, where you will have approximately 20-minutes free time to get a brief look at the interior lobby of the casino or view the gardens. This will be followed with a drive along a portion of the Monte Carlo Grand Prix circuit as you make your way back to the pier area.Please Note: Due to traffic and crowds, order of sites visited may be changed.
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Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France Information
Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, offers docking at Villefranche Port. Travelers explore Citadelle Saint-Elme and Villa Ephrussi. Excursions visit Nice’s Promenade des Anglais. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes salade niçoise, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance seaside walks. Villefranche’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic Riviera, making Villefranche an engaging destination.
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As you will be visiting a religious or memorial site, it is recommended that your knees and shoulders be covered. Sensible walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses are recommended.
540 minutes