The Côte d'Azur and Monaco

Bask in the glow of the French Riviera on an elegant 8-night journey that pairs a stay in Nice with a four-night cruise aboard the exclusively chartered Sea Cloud Spirit, a deluxe three-masted sailing ship. From your base in Nice, explore hill towns, gardens, and the storied streets of Vieux Nice and Grasse. Then sail round-trip from Nice to timeless Riviera favorites including Antibes, Marseille, chic St-Tropez and opulent Monte Carlo, with plenty of time to stroll waterfront promenades, linger at cafés, and soak up classic Côte d’Azur style.

Tour Highlights

Enjoy 3 nights in Nice at a deluxe hotel, plus 4 nights aboard the exclusively chartered Sea Cloud Spirit, combining land-based comfort with the romance of small-ship sailing.
Cruise round-trip from Nice, calling at quintessential Riviera ports including Antibes, Marseille, sun-splashed St-Tropez, and glamorous Monte Carlo.
Wander the narrow lanes and colorful markets of Vieux Nice, then follow the famed Promenade des Anglais along the sparkling Baie des Anges.
Visit St-Paul-de-Vence, a hilltop village long favored by artists, and continue to nearby Grasse, historic center of France’s perfume industry.
Take in two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the historic Riviera resort city of Nice and the perfume town of Grasse, considered the birthplace of modern perfumery.
Savor the relaxed ambiance of the Riviera’s seaside cafés, gardens, and beaches, framed by palms, pastel façades, and Mediterranean light.
Relish an inclusive meal plan featuring 3 receptions, 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners showcasing regional cuisine and fresh local ingredients.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1: Depart Home City
Day 2: Nice, France
Day 3: Nice, France
Day 4: St. Paul de Vence • Grasse, France
Day 5: Nice • Antibes, France | Embark Sea Cloud Spirit
Day 6: Monte Carlo, Monaco
Day 7: Marseille, France
Day 8: St. Tropez, France
Day 9: Nice, France | Disembark | Return to Home City

Operator
Gohagan & Company