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French Riviera Shore Excursions
Who Are We ‐ A Family Story
We’re a family-run business established in 1998, born from our love for the French Riviera and our passion for tourism.
Today, as a father-and-daughter team, we take pride in offering French Riviera Shore Excursions and Private Tours from Villefranche-sur-Mer, Monaco, Cannes, and Nice, sharing our local knowledge and the most beautiful places along the coast.
Whether you’re arriving by cruise ship or staying at a hotel, we create personalized experiences at your own pace.
For us, it’s more than a business. It’s about sharing the place we proudly call home and creating unforgettable memories!
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Riviera Shore Excursions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about your private French Riviera shore excursion.
VIP Cruise Port Pickup
From every French Riviera cruise port
Hotel & Airbnb Pickup
Pickup available at hotels and Airbnb accommodations
100% Private Tours
Exclusively for you and your group
100% On-Time Return Guarantee
Cruise schedules monitored in real time
Riviera Shore Excursions — Your French Riviera experts since 1998.
Where will you pick us up at the cruise port?
We offer VIP pickup at all major French Riviera cruise ports: the tender pier in Villefranche-sur-Mer, the tender pier in Cannes, the cruise terminal or tender pier in Monaco (depending on your ship), and directly at the quay at Nice Port. Your driver will greet you with a sign displaying your name.
Do you offer private tours from every French Riviera cruise port?
Yes! Riviera Shore Excursions offers 100% private shore excursions from Villefranche-sur-Mer Cruise Port, Monaco Cruise Port, Cannes Cruise Port and Nice Port. Pickup from other French Riviera ports can also be arranged upon request. Discover Monaco, Monte-Carlo, Èze Village, Nice, Antibes, Cannes and more, at your own pace.
Do you also offer private tours from French Riviera hotels and Airbnb accommodations?
Yes! We offer private tours with pickup and drop-off at hotels and Airbnb accommodations throughout the French Riviera, including Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Èze, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Menton, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Grasse and surrounding areas. If your city is not listed among our tour departure locations, simply email us at booking@riviera-shore-excursions.com for a personalized quote. We’ll be happy to arrange your private experience, subject to availability.
Will we be back at our cruise ship on time?
Absolutely! We offer a 100% on-time return-to-ship guarantee. We monitor cruise ship schedules in real time and carefully plan every excursion with a dedicated safety buffer before your ship’s all-aboard time. Getting you back to your ship on time is always our top priority.
Are your driver-guides fluent in English?
Yes! All our professional driver-guides are fluent in English and happy to share the history of the French Riviera, fascinating local stories, cultural insights and amusing anecdotes throughout your journey. Our driver-guides are friendly, knowledgeable and highly flexible, adapting their explanations and the itinerary to your interests.
Can we customize our private French Riviera tour?
Of course! Every tour is completely private and can be tailored to your wishes. Whether you are celebrating your honeymoon, planning a family-friendly day with children, visiting parks or interactive museums, enjoying a wine tasting, or discovering picturesque villages, we can create a personalized itinerary just for you.
How many people can join a private tour?
Our premium black, air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz vans accommodate up to 8 passengers per vehicle. For families or larger groups of more than 8 guests, we can arrange additional vehicles, subject to availability. For couples and smaller groups of up to 3 guests, we also offer a comfortable, premium, air-conditioned Audi.
What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel your excursion free of charge up to 48 hours before your scheduled tour. To request a cancellation, simply send us an email at booking@riviera-shore-excursions.com at least 48 hours before your tour.
What is included in our private shore excursion?
Your private tour includes a modern, premium, fully air-conditioned vehicle, a professional English-speaking driver-guide, pickup and drop-off at your cruise ship, hotel or preferred location, as well as tolls, parking fees and taxes. Entrance tickets, meals, drinks and gratuities are not included.
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