Best of French Riviera

Today we proceed to Monte Carlo - officially an administrative area of the Principality of Monaco. En-route we visit the perfume factory at Eze – this part of France is famous for its perfumes. Upon arrival at Monte Carlo, we visit Prince's Palace - Palace of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace. It is the official residence of the Prince of Monaco and one of Monaco’s most impressive landmarks. Followed by a visit the world's oldest SBM Casino - a world-famous casino and one which has featured in many Hollywood movies. Later we proceed to Menton - known as ‘the pearl of France’, is a town on the French Riviera in southeast France. Upon arrival we walk through Menton Old town – with narrow streets with pastel-coloured buildings. Here we see St. Michel Basilica - Baroque Roman Catholic basilica which features artefacts & a 17th-century organ, Russian church – built in the traditional Russian orthodox style. Later we visit Exotic Bioves Garden - Famous for Lemon festival. This beautiful garden offers a magnificent view of the mountain all year-round.

Today we drive through the beautiful Saint Jean Cap Ferrat to St. Tropez – a coastal town on the French Riviera and a small fishing village. Saint Jean Cap Ferrat - an ancient seaside village. Here we visit villa Île-de-France - a French seaside villa. Upon arrival in St. Tropez, we visit Vieux Port (Old Port) and be charmed by the idyllic scene of small fishing boats and fashionable yachts docked in the harbor, which is lined by pastel-colored Mediterranean houses and lively cafés with outdoor terraces. Later we walk through La Ponche- the historic centre of the fishing village and is the most picturesque area of Saint Tropez. In the afternoon we proceed to Toulon - a port city on southern France’s Mediterranean coast. Enroute we drive through Port Grimaud - known as the Provencal Venice. This village is classified for its architecture.

Today we enjoy cable car ride to Mont Faron and admire the breath-taking panoramic view of the city. Later we walk through old town - a pedestrian area with narrow streets, small squares and many fountains, Liberty square, Opera house - second-largest opera house in France, after the Palais Garnier in Paris. Followed by a visit to a winery and enjoy the beauty of Provence countryside. In the afternoon we proceed to Marseille - The oldest city in France and France’s second largest after Paris. Upon arrival we walk through Marseille city, we see Vieux Port of Marseille – the old harbor, Le Panier - the old town, followed by a visit to Marseille Cathedral - a Roman Catholic cathedral, and a national monument of France, Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica - the Romano-Byzantine basilica dates back to the 19th century and is best known for its grand bell tower, which is capped with a gleaming gold statue of the Virgin Mary.

Today we do a full day excursion to Calanques national park - Listed by UNESCO as wold park heritage site for its white cliff and turquoise water. Enroute we drive through one of Provence’s prettiest coastal villages - Cassis town and discover its charming port. Upon arrival at Calanques national park, we drive along the national park and admire the panoramic view over the bay and Cape Canaille, the highest sea cliff of Europe.

Today we proceed to Nice. En-route we visit Aix-en-Provence - a little college town in Southern France. Upon arrival in Aix-en-Provence, we walk through Aix-en-Provence city, we see Aix Cathedral - a Roman Catholic church and the seat of the Archbishop of Aix-en-Provence and Arles, later we take a stroll through the narrow streets which are filled with history and Corso Mirabeau - a graceful avenue shaded by giant plane trees and lined with cafés, restaurants, and boutiques. Followed by a walk through the charming Valensole village – known as the Lavender Country, is famous for its vibrant lavender fields. In the afternoon we proceed to Nice.

Today we explore Cannes - a resort town on the French Riviera, is famed for its international film festival. Upon arrival we explore Cannes city, we see Cannes Film festival theatre and the waterfront area. Further we explore Nice city, we see Town hall - a beautiful Neo-classic building situated in the heart of Old Town and is the seat of Nice's municipal government, Water front area of Nice. Later we embark on a Cruise to Villefranche-sur-Mer and discover its colourful bay.