Elizabeth A.United States
We had a great time. Jean Francois speaks English well and he does a good job avoiding crowds of tourists and showing you lovely medieval villages. I recommend him.
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Private tour in Nice Jean-François S
Highlights of Nice Monaco Private Day Trip
4.6
(11) reviews
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8 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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Jean-François S.
4.8
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ENJOY, RELAX, LEARN AND LIVE THE EXPERIENCE! Bonjour, I was born and grew up in Provence/Côte d'Azur. I've been a tour guide/driver since 2005. I live in Vence, the city of Matisse. I'm completely fluent in English (Master degree in English and English teacher & translator). Being a real local native helps a lot not only to know this area very well but also to create new tours and especially off the beaten track, my spécialité. Though I do classical tours and shore excursions, I love taking my guests to less known places (off the beaten track) where we explore another side and way of life, more authentic like some small villages in the mountains away from the tourist crowd. You'll have then a unique opportunity to visit a typical French home and meet some locals. I also offer : - customized 2-7 day tours as per your wishes (Provence, French Riviera). - Yacht charter. All my tours are available in winter. Please contact me for more details and I'll design the best possible tour. I was also a teacher (French, English, History) and I love sharing and speaking about local and French culture, wine and gastronomy, art, history, travelling. . . One of my passions is photography and I can give you some good hints to take the most beautiful pictures. I took all the pictures here. You really enjoy each stop, take time to explore and learn, all my tours are customized to meet your needs at every step, great sense of humour is a must. I want my guests to relax, enjoy each minute, have fun and bring back excellent memories. So please feel free to tell me what you expect, like and don't like. I drive a 9 seater a/c very comfortable vehicle. Please note I don't take more than 8 people to Monaco. For the other tours I can hire a driver with a 15 seat minibus (quote on request). I look forward to welcoming you in Provence-Côte d'Azur and sharing a great experience. . . I've got a Master degree in English language and Anglo-American civilisation. I was a translator and a teacher of English, French, History for 30 years. I also worked in five star hotels in France and England. I am not a licensed guide and will not be able to guide you inside of the historical monuments.
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Private tour with a local guide from Nice
Overview of your Nice tour
Pick up at your hotel 9:00am, back 5:00pm. I'll be delighted to take you to the most spectacular spots of the Eastern Riviera. Many stops to take amazing pictures, driving the Corniche road above the sea just like Grace Kelly and Gary Grant ("Catch a thief", 1957). At the street farmers market in Nice you'll see the authentic local life (flowers, vegetables, fruits, olive oil, herbs, fish, honey. . . ), no market on Mondays. Eze is one of the most beautiful villages, its medieval atmosphere, little narrow streets paved with stones. La Turbie is well known for its Roman site and amazing views. Monaco/Monte Carlo and its luxury, Casino, Palace, Cathedral, Oceanographic museum (Jacques Cousteau). The pure stunning beauty, historical up-hill villages, fantastic breathtaking views over the Mediterranean will make this day an unforgettable experience.
Recent Reviews
Susan G.United States
Awesome tour from beginning to end! Jeff was waiting for us when we arrived and the next 8 hours were excellent! He was so accommodating when we asked to make some itinerary changes while on tour. Great lunch in a quaint town, saw lots of must see sites and his sense of humor was the best! Highly recommend this tour with Jeff.
Cynthia S.United States
Jean Francois was amazing! He was knowledgeable, as well as fun and personable. We loved every location he took us to including the small cafe where we had a delicious lunch. He went above and beyond when our tour guide for the next day was canceled, met us in our next location and did a whole amazing tour with us that day as well. Can't say enough good things...highly recommend!
Monique W.China
Lovely tour. JF was punctual and flexible in choice of itinerary. Knowledgeable in photo spots and scenic places that were less crowded. Highly recommended.
Ann S.Canada
Jean Francois was a very accommodating, personable and knowledgeable guide. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with him and recommend him as a guide…
Lisa G.United States
Our group of four had a really wonderful day with Jean-François! His very comfortable van got us everywhere we needed to go avoiding the crowds at each turn and his delightful sense of humor kept us laughing. We were truly blessed to have him as our guide in Monaco, Eze and La Turbie and would use him again in a heartbeat!
Your Nice tour itinerary
The following is a suggested itinerary with possible stops, but the day is flexible and can be adjusted as per your wishes. We can't obviously do it all in only a day so pick the places you'd like to visit: - Drive the Moyenne Corniche, stops for pictures, amazing breathtaking views - Eze village (quite steep to walk all the way up) - Monaco/Monte Carlo (not more than 8 people) - La Turbie Roman and medieval village - Roquebrune medieval village, less touristy and still so pretty with amazing views End of the tour is 5:00pm.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Confortable 9 seater a/c mini van For Monaco I don't take more than 8 people.
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: museums
Meeting location
Nice, France
Your accommodation
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Day Trip
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
History
Shopping
Architecture
Tour reference number
384525
Languages
English
FrenchActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.6
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Nice best suited for?
This private tour in Nice is perfect for travellers who want to explore the Eastern Riviera with a local guide. It's ideal for those interested in stunning views, historical villages, and experiencing local life at the street farmers market. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and can accommodate up to 8 people, making it great for small groups.
Can this private tour in Nice be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
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Is this private tour in Nice suitable for cruise ship passengers as a shore excursion?
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8 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-8 people
Your party size
1
Tour date
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8 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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