Nice Segway Grand Tour - 2 Hours
Hop aboard a Segway to see seaside sights, Castle Hill, the Opera House, and more on this two-hour tour near Villefranche.
Spend two hours traveling via Segway along the seaside of the Mediterranean to Nice to catch panoramic city views and explore the city's rich history when you book this adventure excursion near Villefranche-sur-Mer. You'll get a raincoat to protect if it rains, a helmet you'll need to wear for safety, and a 15-minute training session by a Segway instructor, who will double as your tour guide and show you scenic sights of places like the Opera House and Castle Hill along the way. You'll also learn about Nice's rich history and explore Old Town's maze of historic streets and beautiful buildings, making this the perfect trek for thrill-seeking history buffs! Kick off your tour by meeting up with your Segway instructor and getting a 15-minute training session at the popular promenade of Promenade des Anglais. From here, your instructor will guide along the palm tree-lined seaside route until you reach the Opera House of Nice---a central opera house, where you can catch ballet performances, operas, and concerts of classical music. Next, head through a passage that takes you through Old Town to view its historic, beautiful buildings, such as the Cathedral, and its bustling market. You'll zip through a labyrinth of ancient streets typical Mediterranean colors that echo the sea and sky with accents of calming lavender, vivid yellows, and blush-toned terracotta. While enjoying the views of the Old Town on your Segway tour, your guide will share Nice's rich history. As the capital of the Alpes-Maritimes, Nice has transformed over the years from its humble beginnings as a small cove founded by Greek seafarers in the 350 B.C. to a luxury attraction in the 19th-century and a major tourist attraction in the South of France today. Get ready to accelerate and take your Segway to the max as you ascend the top of Castle Hill to catch some of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city. Take a moment to take postcard-worthy pictures of the nearby waterfall and stunning city skyline before concluding your tour. If you're looking for panoramic views of Nice and a one-of-a-kind experience to explore a labyrinth of ancient roads, then this tour is for you! Reserve your spot on this exciting journey, and get ready to make memories in the south of France!
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- An approximate 20 to 25-minute taxi ride (not included, approximately 32 to 36 each way) is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
- We recommend wearing comfortable, weather appropriate clothing and sensible flat-soled walking shoes. ing in layers may be necessary depending on the time of the year.
- All guests will be required to wear a helmet and sign a waiver form. Guests should be in moderate physical condition in order to participate. Minimum age required is 14 years old. Participants under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Minimum height required is 4 feet 5 inches. Minimum weight is required to be 99 lbs. and maximum weight allowed is 260 lbs. Guests must be able to stand for the duration of the tour and to step up and down with ease from the Segway. Not suitable for pregnant women. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. The tour is not recommended for people with inner ear problems. There are no restroom facilities at the departure point so plan accordingly.
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.