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Shore Excursion: Half-Day in Nice

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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.

4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
and 1 more
French

Overview

While your cruise ship is docked in Villefranche-sur-Mer, don't miss the chance to discover the picture-postcard city of Nice on a private shore excursion. Choose either a morning or afternoon tour; with your transport taken care of, you can sit back and enjoy the scenic drive along the Mediterranean coast to Nice. Surprising immersion through Nice’s city. Let you tell its highlights, its anecdotes and legends.
Think outside the box, discovering the unmissable sites: from the Greek city to the Roman remains; from the Promenade des Anglais to the Lympia
harbor; from the old Nice’s city to the Russian cathedral.
Get to know the heroes from Nice and the characters that shaped the History and culture of the city: Jellinek Mercedes, Giuseppe Garibaldi, Queen Victoria…

What's Included

  • Transport by 8 seater air conditioned Luxury Mercedes Minivan
  • Tour guaranteed in English and in French. Other languages on request
  • Professional driver/guide with onboard commentary
  • Food and drink (unless specified)
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Complimentary pick up from Villefranche-sur-Mer cruise port

What To Expect

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Colline du Chateau

Take in the sight of Nice's magnificent Bay of Angels, with the famous Promenade des Anglais running parallel to the sea-front.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Port Lympia (pass by)

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Marche aux Fleurs Cours Saleya

Discover the Old Town, with its bustling flower and provençal markets. Try some of the specialties of the area such as socca or the local olive variety.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Promenade des Anglais (pass by)

Drive along the Promenade des Anglais.
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Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice

Visit the stunning Russian Orthodox cathedral, the largest in Western Europe, built with the generosity of Tsar Nicholas II to serve the large Russian community in Nice at the start of the 20th Century.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Parc des Arenes de Cimiez

Stroll around the ruins of the amphitheater of Cimiez, through the gardens and discover the Franciscan monastery and gardens and the resting place of artist Henri Matisse.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Foldable wheelchairs and strollers accepted
  • Accompaniment required at certain sites for wheelchair users
  • Complimentary baby and/or booster seats available only on request

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Shore Excursion: Half-Day in Nice?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-2356VILLEFRANCHE4

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transport by 8 seater air conditioned Luxury Mercedes Minivan
  • Tour guaranteed in English and in French. Other languages on request
  • Professional driver/guide with onboard commentary
  • Food and drink (unless specified)
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Duration of stops are approximate and may vary
  • Foldable wheelchairs and strollers accepted
  • Accompaniment required at certain sites for wheelchair users
  • Complimentary baby and/or booster seats available only on request
  • No tour departs without safety checks

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