French Riviera Explorer

6 days, 5 nights

Beaches

Arts & Culture

History

Rail

Explore Paris’ museums and shopping districts by day then rediscover its landmarks by night. Take a few days through the city to give you a local feel on guided tours then head off to Nice in the French Riviera by train. Lounge on the beach, let their open-air markets mesmerize you and their Old Town inspire wonder in you.

Highlights

• Shop like a Parisian in prestigious galleries and afterward, enjoy a relaxing river cruise on the Seine
• Venture out of Paris for the day to the beautiful region of Champagne and sip on a glass of bubbly or two!
• After Paris, head south for the sunshine in Nice and the glitz and glamour of Monaco where you’ll visit a well-known perfumery and a palace.
• Enjoy a couple of dinners in uniquely French and atmospheric restaurants.

 

Overnight Stops

5 nights total

Paris (2) – Nice (2) – Monaco (1)

Optional Extensions: We recommend extending your stay and visiting Genoa or Portofino in the Italian Rivera before returning home.

 

Sample Itinerary

Note that this is a sample private driver itinerary and can be customized to your liking. It can also be booked as an independent self-drive tour.
 

Day 1: Arrival in Paris

Welcome to the “Ville Lumière.” Upon arrival, you will be met by your English-speaking driver and transferred by a luxury car to your hotel. After check-in, you will search for the best deals in the city on a half-day Parisian shopping tour with your English-speaking guide who will show the most iconic shops of Paris. Later, you will embark on a panoramic Seine River Cruise with a glass of Champagne.
In the evening savor a delightful dinner in a typical Parisian Brasserie (with roundtrip transfers from and back to your hotel).

Overnight in Paris
Tenon Recommends: Hôtel Le Littré 4⭑
(Dinner included)

 

Day 2: Paris – Champagne – Paris

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and afterward meet with your private driver-guide to explore France’s famed Champagne region. It will be a full day of winery visits, with Champagne tastings and lunch.
Return to Paris, free time for dinner and overnight at your hotel.

Overnight in Paris
Tenon Recommends: Hôtel Le Littré 4⭑
(Breakfast and lunch included)

 

Day 3: Paris to Nice

After breakfast at your hotel, meet up with your private transfer with your English-speaking driver to the airport to catch your flight to Nice (*airfare not included). Upon arrival in Nice, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your hotel. Later, meet in your hotel lobby with a local guide who will take you on a two-hour walking tour of Nice’s Old Town which includes a stop to show for local products. Free time for lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Nice
Tenon Recommends: Hôtel La Pérouse 4⭑ Superior
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 4: French Riviera

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then head out for the French Riviera countryside on a half-day private tour with your English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll pay a special visit to the Fragonard perfume factory in Grasse where you’ll learn all about artisanal perfume French tradition.
Free time for lunch and dinner on your own in the evening.

Overnight in Nice
Tenon Recommends: Hôtel La Pérouse 4⭑ Superior
(Breakfast included)

 

Day 5: Monaco

After breakfast, check out of your Nice hotel. You and your private driver will head to the principality of Monte Carlo-Monaco for a full-day tour. You will visit the Princely Palace of Monaco and the Condamine Market. In the evening, relax and savor dinner at a local restaurant with spectacular sea views.

Overnight in Monaco
Tenon Recommends: Hôtel Fairmont 4⭑ Superior
(Breakfast and dinner included)

 

Day 6: Departure from Nice

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and after checking out of your hotel, you’ll be transferred to the Nice Airport for your flight home. Or you may choose to stay and explore other areas of France!
(Breakfast)

 

Pricing

From $5,779 per person based on double occupancy.*
*Price shown is an example of what to expect for a chauffeur vacation. Each itinerary is customized and can change depending on seasonality, availability, etc.

This trip can be booked as a self-drive or chauffeur tour of France.




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