- From the port youll drive by the sea climbing to the top of majestic hill of Mont Boron. Thats where youll see XV-century stronghold that used to protect the bay of Villefranche. Stoning view over the bay, the village and surrounding hills will leave you breathless for a little while. From the other side of the Mont Boron youll experience the greatest panorama of Nice itself and far more, the way birds can see it. Unforgettable rendez-vous with major city of French Riviera.
- First stop in Nice takes place at doorstep of the Old Town, on the vibrant Massena Square, next to the statue of Apollo. From there youll enjoy walking around the heart of Old Nice. Must-see spots like Cours Saleya incredible flower market that turns out into Mediterranean food court in the evenings as well as the surroundings baroque streets next to the Opera building reflected in the paintings of Matisse still proudly holding the mood of Napoleon era. Just few steps away you may see the Nice cathedral of Saint Reparata built in XVII century and hear the story of the mythical martyr girl, the patroness of the cathedral. Then splendid instantiation of the Neoclassical heritage of Nice Palace of Justice and the square with the charming fountain and souvenir boutiques around it will have your full attention.
- From the Old Nice w you will continue by car to the historical district of Nice the Cimiez. Famous not only because monumental Winter Palace of the British Queen Victoria but also its nearby location of the ruins of ancient Roman city called Cemenelum (1st century C.E.) archeological site telling you more of Nice from the times of beginning of our era with surrounding olive gardens. Next to them you will have the museums of two famous painters: Matisse and Chagall. Such a great combination of history and art in this one place surely would not leave you indifferent.
- Our last stop would take place in front of St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral - the largest cathedral in Western Europe, opened in 1912 and meant to serve the large Russian community that had settled in Nice by the end of the 19th century. Its Byzantium style and beautiful gardens around would tell you another story of the city and its connection to the times of the Tzars.
- On our way back to Villefranche you will drive by the one and only Promenade des anglais famous boulevard along the Bay of Angels, between the airport of Nice and its Port lympia. With all the greatest hotels by, not to mention the majestic Negresco among them a real pearl of belle-epoque archirecture. Shortly before leaving Nice youll see green and rocky Castle hill with the waterfall on the top and the old citadelle overviewing the long pebble beach of Nice washed by incredibly azur waters unique view reserved to Nice only.
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- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 5 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
9:00 AM
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Departure Details :
Сruise port of Villefranche
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Return Details :
Сruise port of Villefranche
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Cancellation Policy : For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Our guide welcomes you in the port of Villefarnche sur Mer right after your disembarkment and thats when you land in our caring hands for five following hours.As this is a private tour, your schedule may vary as the whim takes you and the guide would be happy to respect all your preferences.Know More about this tour
Inclusions
Professional guide
Private tour
Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions
Food and drinks
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
