Shore Excursion to Eze, Monaco and Monte-Carlo from Villefranche
A private journey through a perched medieval village, a royal principality, and the world's most glamorous waterfront.
This private shore excursion to Eze, Monaco and Monte-Carlo from Villefranche brings together a medieval hilltop village, a royal cathedral, and the legendary streets of Formula One in a single six-hour private experience. Your group of up to eight travels exclusively together, with no strangers sharing your vehicle or guide. It is the most efficient and comfortable way to cover three of the French Riviera's most celebrated destinations on a cruise port day.
Eze is the first stop, a village built on a rocky promontory more than 400 metres above the sea. Known as the Eagles Nest, its narrow cobblestone lanes and stone houses have remained largely unchanged for centuries. A visit to the Fragonard perfumery here gives you a practical introduction to the craft of perfume-making that the region has practiced for generations.
From Eze the journey continues into Monaco, where a principality smaller than many city parks manages to concentrate a royal palace, a historic cathedral, and one of the most famous casino squares in the world. You will have free time to move through these sites at your own pace, which suits travellers who prefer to linger in the cathedral or spend longer on the palace square.
The route then follows the Formula One circuit road to reach Monte-Carlo, where the Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Hotel de Paris face each other across a square that appears in travel photographs from every era of modern tourism. The private format of this tour means the itinerary can flex slightly to your group's interests rather than following a rigid schedule.
Tour Highlights
Walk the medieval lanes of Eze village, perched high above the Mediterranean coast.
Visit the Fragonard perfumery in Eze and learn about the traditional art of perfume creation.
See the Monaco Cathedral, the burial place of Princess Grace, during free time in the principality.
Stand before the Prince's Palace on the Rock of Monaco and take in views over the harbour.
Drive along the actual streets of the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix circuit.
Arrive in Monte-Carlo and see the iconic Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Hotel de Paris in person.
Travel as a fully private group with no other passengers, giving your party complete flexibility.
Itinerary
Your private vehicle collects the group directly from the port of Villefranche-sur-Mer. The drive toward Eze follows the scenic Corniche road above the coast.
You stop in Eze to explore the perched medieval village on foot. A guided visit to the Fragonard perfumery covers the history and technique of fragrance production in Provence.
Free time in Monaco allows you to visit the Prince's Palace square and the Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate, where Princess Grace Kelly is buried. The compact layout of the Rock means both are within easy walking distance.
The vehicle follows the route of the Monaco Grand Prix circuit through the city streets. This section passes the famous tunnel, the harbour chicane area, and the Casino square approach.
The tour concludes in Monte-Carlo with time at the Casino de Monte-Carlo and the Hotel de Paris. The square is the symbolic centre of the principality's international reputation.
The group is returned to the port of Villefranche-sur-Mer, completing the six-hour excursion in time for ship departure requirements.
What Is Included
Included
- Private vehicle for up to 8 passengers
- Professional driver and guide
- Visit to Fragonard perfumery in Eze
- Free time in Monaco at Palace and Cathedral
- Drive along Formula One circuit
- Stop at Casino square in Monte-Carlo
- Hotel pickup from Villefranche port
Not Included
- Entry fees to paid attractions
- Food and beverages
- Personal purchases at perfumery
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Travel insurance
Important Information
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Secure your private group booking for this six-hour tour of Eze, Monaco, and Monte-Carlo from Villefranche. Places are limited to eight passengers per vehicle.
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