Things to do in Cannes, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur: The Best Private Tours

November 15, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Galas, regattas, the Film Festival and an outrageously attractive and affluent set characterize Cannes. Vast yachts obscure the view and the town lives up to its motto, "Life is a festival." People-watching is the activity that brings most visitors to Cannes, and hotel-lined La Croisette provides a fine promenade. First popularized by Coco Chanel, Cannes beaches are a huge draw. Get expensive seaside food and drinks service on hotel sand or opt for the free public beaches, Plages du Midi and de la Boca.
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1. Full-Day Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Cannes, Nice, Monte Carlo

Cannes, Cannes, French Riviera - Cote d'Azur, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur Sunshine Riviera Tour
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Enjoy a full-day private tour in the French Riviera with a guide driver on board of a air conditioned luxury van just for your party. Start your tour from Cannes and visit other regional gems as Nice, the perched village of Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo. Drive along beautiful panoramic roads and take unforgettable photos on the way. Your guide will happily customize the itinerary depending on your own preferences and interests.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Port pickup and drop-off, Private custom tour

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Madge55_123

What a wonderful day trip from Toulon and our cruise ship. Sasha from Toursbylocals was supurb! Cannot say enough about this great day excursion. We had a wonderful day driving first to Aix-en-Provence- just a lovely French town (for a quick, buttery croissant & coffee) and onto Cassis a pleasant fishing village by the sea. Sasha led us to a delicious seaside lunch spot where mussels & fries were the local specialties. Cassis was a fun town to walk around and view the locals enjoying their Sunday at the shore. We then drove to the highest scenic road to a fantastic view of the city and area. Sasha knew so much about the sites and the area. Though we learned about the Calanques, we did not have time for a boat ride to visit the spot but learned about these very special and unique places. Everyone loved Sasha as our guide and this special day excursion.

2. Private Half Day Tour of Cannes, Antibes and Saint Paul de Vence from Nice

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An unforgettable experience awaits, on this private 4-hour tour, visiting the exciting cities of Cannes,  Antibes, and Saint Paul De Vence in the heart of the French Riviera.  You’ll travel by private air conditioned vehicle, exploring the history and culture of the French Riviera, with its beautiful bays, mountains, and famous landmarks.    

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle, Driver/guide, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch

Reviewed By Charisse2

We felt incredibly grateful to have Eva as our guide on this tour. She was so friendly & knowledgeable, always on time and very professional. We saw so many amazing sights. In particular we loved the village of Eze, this tour is a must do if you visit the French Riviera. It exceeded our expectations.

3. Best of the French Riviera with Cannes , Monaco & more Private guided Tour

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Discover the best places in the French Riviera with a qualified guide/driver during a shared full day tour. Your guide will introduce you to the Promenade des Anglais in Nice and La Croisette in Cannes, the most beautiful beaches and small villages of the back country of Nice.  Have the opportunity to visit artist’s shops and peering the view by the ramparts finding the colors of the villas, perfumes of the hills and the fragrances of the sea skyline. non-contractual indicative timings may depend on traffic and delays

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by air-conditioned minibus, full options, Hotel pickup and drop-off or cruise ship, Toll fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks (available for purchase), pick up outside Nice with an extra charge of 70€

Reviewed By hurribar

Did this on a 2 day notice, booked thru TripAdvisor. Our guide Remy was excellent. We had fun, saw all the coast in 1 day. Can't say enough good thingsenough

4. French Riviera Private Full-Day Tour

UniqueTours Riviera
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With this full-day private tour, you will discover the best of the French Riviera. Discover the Principality of Monaco, the world of chic, the Kingdom of sumptuous Casinos, and luxury hotels. Discover the medieval history of the breathtaking Eze Village and the Fragonard Perfume factory. Discover the charm of the village of La Turbie with its Trophée des Alpes, its best view of the French Riviera and the fabulous bay of Villefranche. Discover the famous Red Carpet Stairs of the Palais des Festivals in Cannes on Boulevard de la Croisette. Discover the old Village of Antibes, its Provençal Market, its Museum of Picasso, and its spectacular view of the French Riviera. Discover the Modern Art of the medieval village of St. Paul de Vence and its streets full of history where have been inspired some of the greatest artists such as Picasso, Matisse, and Chagall. This tour is limited to a single booking of up to 4 people as it is a private tour with a private tour guide.

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Smile :-)

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Reviewed By Stacy C

We booked this tour 45 minutes prior to when we wanted to leave, Mago showed up, great spirit & attitude. This tour is awesome, get to see great sights & places you wouldn’t go unless you were experienced with area or local. Mago is super-friendly, very knowledgeable (has done his research) & is passionate about the area. I would suggest using Mago for all tours of the Riviera.

5. Private excursion from Villefranche / Mer by Citroen Mehari to St Raphael

Parking Wilson, 24 Boulevard de l'Impératrice Alexandra Feodorovna, 06230 Villefranche-sur-Mer, France Mehariviera
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Come and discover Nice, Cannes, the seaside road to Saint Raphael with our Méhari car. Hair in the wind, fun is assured for admired the landscapes

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Reviewed By PlasticinePorter

We had an amazing time driving the bright orange Citroen Mehari along the Estérel Corniche from St Raphael to Cannes, stopping off for lunch at Théoule-sur-Mer and visiting one of the beautiful beaches we saw along the way. The car was stunning. The bodywork was perfect and the interior was pristine and spotless. It even had an iPhone holder and USB plug, so we had satnav! It was a real novelty driving the Mehari. It has four gears, and no power assisted steering, and that distinctive Citroen engine sound that I remember my Grandma’s Citroen Dyane having, which all added to the charm of the experience. The weather’s stunning here on the Cote D’azur, so the kids loved having the wind blowing through their hair, cooling is all down as we weaved our way along the stunning roads of the Corniche. We lost count of the number of people who gave us the thumbs up or waved to us - these cars seem to make people happy, us included! Pascal provided us with excellent service - it was easy to book from the UK via email, and we picked the car up from him at the Mehariviera base in Puget-sur-Argens (they also have a base in Nice). Pascal was very friendly and gave us a tour of the car and tips on how to get the most from driving it. All in all an unforgettable way to spend a day on the Cote D’azur - the kids said it’s as their favourite day of the holiday so far, and my wife and I had an amazing time too. If you get the chance, we all really recommend you do it!

6. Wild Child Charters! Day charters with a difference across the French Riviera

Tree Bô, PORT DE PLAISANCE, Quai la Pérouse, 06700 Saint-Laurent-du-Var, France Wild Child Charters
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Wild Child Charters offer a fun and unique day out across the French riviera! With our Wider 42 you really stand out from the crowd. A unique expanding terrace not only gives you room to move about and dance freely, it also provides added stability at anchor. A super fast Yamaha jet ski is also available for the thrill seekers amongst you. Complimentary French rosé and water are also provided. We will work with you to plan a memorable day out according to your requests. PLEASE NOTE PRICES BELOW April 1 to May 31: 1,600 EUR plus fuel, including TVA June 1 to August 31: 2,200 EUR plus fuel, including TVA September 1 to September 30: 1,400 EUR plus fuel, including TVA - for six hours October 1 to October 31: 800 EUR plus fuel, including TVA - for six hours Monaco Grand Prix: 2,600 EUR plus fuel, including TVA Monaco Yacht Show: 2,600 EUR plus fuel, including TVA Cannes Film Festival: 2,600 EUR plus fuel, including TVA MIPIM: 2,350 EUR plus fuel, including TVA

Inclusions: Complimentary still and sparkling water included, Complimentary French Rosé, Snorkle masks, Stand up paddle board., WiFi on board, Jet Ski

Exclusions: Fuel surcharge, Tender driver tips when going ashore to restaurants

7. The Best of Cannes Walking Tour

Quai Laubeuf, 06400 Cannes, France Fun Top Fun Lithuania
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Let us take you around the city of Cinema and tell about its beginnings as a fishermen's village and transformation to the cosmopolitan modern times. Feel its glamour learning about the stories and the artists who made Cannes famous, catch the atmosphere of its lazy southern life passing through the market, the old town and its most renewed cafes. Experience the most significant architectural landmarks of la Croisette and be prepared to climb the steps of the Festival (no black tie needed, applause included).

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Reviewed By gatuno2

The food wasn't warm and the waiters weren't fast and serious . The restaurant looks cool but it isn't .

8. From the port of Villefranche, Private 7 hour customized shore excursion

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We offer private customized tours to all Côte d'Azur destinations: In Cannes you might like to do as the famous stars and get your picture taken on the famous red carpet. In Nice, capital of the côte d'Azur maybe visit the amazing historical old town with it's famous flower market. Your private driver/guide can also drive you to Monaco where you'll see the prince's Palace and the famous casino of Monte-Carlo. Or go for a stop in beautiful Antibes famous for it's billionaires dock and provincial market. Eze and Saint-Paul are two amazing medieval villages wich are defintely worth your visit. We leave it up to you to decide where you'd like to go, what you'd like to see... Our private tours are family friendly, in case you're traveling with a child we provide baby seats and booster seats. Go for the best way to see the French Riviera in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan with your own private driver/guide. No worries, we guarantee you'll be back in time in Villefranche !

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Reviewed By voicua569

Monte Carlo trip was awsome! The guide was very nice and profi good travel conditions and the wiews where great

9. Tour N ° 4: French Riviera Côte d´Azur

La Rotonde, 37 Prom. des Anglais, 06000 Nice, France TranspOnyx Transfers
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With this complete tour from 8 to 9 hours, the French Riviera will have no more secrets for you. You will cross the Maritime Alps from east to west. You will explore the different maritime, mountainous, medieval and luxurious settings. You will pass from Cannes and its Glamor to the old hilltop villages of Provence where you will have a panoramic view of the bays of Provence. You will stroll through the Provencal markets and smell the flavors of fruit, vegetables and regional products. By visiting Saint Paul de Vence and Eze village you will meet the beauty of the Genoese and Provençal architecture and the attention to detail and perfection. Finally Monaco will sublimate you with that Place du Casino, the Princely Palace, the beautiful shops, and luxury cars.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Candy

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Reviewed By naplesdriverguide

We had a trip from Nice to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the driver offered to drive us through the low Corniche. We passed by Villefranche-Sur-Mer and Beaulieu-sur-Mer. We had the chance to stop and take some lovely pictures of the Bay! I will definitely call the same driver for my next trip to Nice !

10. French Riviera Private Luxury Motorboat Cruise with Personal Skipper from Cannes

Port Pierre Canto, 1 Boulevard de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes, France Liven Up
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Discover the most beautiful coastal towns, beaches, creeks and hidden celebrity villas of the French Riviera on this luxury private motorboat cruise from Cannes. Admire the Bay of Cannes, Cap d’Antibes, the Lérins Islands and more while basking in the Mediterranean sun and sipping on refreshments. Snorkel gear and beach towels are provided and your personal skipper will ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone in your private group. Choose from either a 4 hour cruise or full day 8 hour cruise to either Monaco and Nice or St-Tropez!

Inclusions: Transport by private luxury motorboat, Personal skipper, Soft drinks, Fuel surcharge, Beach towels, Snorkeling equipment, Life jackets

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By BarendD29

On Sunday (04/04/2021) I drove the Lamborghini Gallardo with the owner of Liven Up. Off the bat he was extremely friendly and allowed me driving the car with his instructions - He pushes you to have fun with it and experience what the car can do around corners, accelerating and obviously the sound of it. Got to see the beautiful views off the french riviera and Monaco. Would definitely advise everyone to experience this.

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