CÔTE D’AZUR · FRANCE
The best of the Côte d’Azur.
The 13 most popular italian riviera day trips, with prices, run times and who you book through. Picked for the days that actually make a Riviera trip, and what each one gets you once you are there.
Drive Nice to Italy’s Riviera with a small-group minivan, visit Sanremo, Bordighera markets, and Dolceacqua, plus scenic stops.
Most Popular“The guide was absolutely amazing. The day was excellent. Good value for money. Well looked after and lots of knowledge. Tina & Ben UK”
Small-group day trip from Nice into Italy’s Riviera markets and Dolceacqua, with hotel pickup, 8-seat minivan, and time to shop.
“It was amazing and the tour guide Noah was excellent and so knowledgeable about the history of everything. Noah’s professionalism and friendly nature make the tour enjoyable and memorable and we highly recommend this tour and especially Noah.”
Market time in Italy, a calm old-town break in Menton, and a quick photo stop at La Turbie with views over Monaco.
“On pourrait prolonger la visite d'une heure et visiter une autre ville italienne aux alentours.”
Shared day trip from Nice to Sanremo, Ventimiglia, Menton, Monaco, and Monte-Carlo with hotel pickup, guide, and free-time markets.
“We were 3 guests on this tour and Catia really took the time to explain and adapt the tour to our needs. She took the opportunity to also show additional sites that were along the Italian riviera. Absolutely loved Bottighera and acquadolce”
Small-group day trip from Nice to Italy’s market, medieval Eze, and La Turbie’s ancient ruins and Monaco views by air-conditioned van.
“Our original guide was Unwell. We took our tour the day afterwards. The communication from the company was excellent. We were collected at our hotel by a lady guide. She was so nice and couldn’t do enough for us. The day went by so quickly. Got to see loads of beautiful places, we would never…”
Private Italian Riviera to Monaco tour from Nice with markets, medieval villages, Menton, and Monte Carlo via the Formula 1 circuit.
“What an amazing private tour we had from Antibes to Dolceacqua, Menton, and Monaco (we chose to eliminate San Remo for more time in Dolceaqua and Monaco and it was worth it). We were a family of three with a three year old daughter and had the pleasure of Mario being our guide. He was…”
Day trip from Nice to San Remo’s Italian market, Menton’s old port, and La Turbie viewpoints, with hotel pickup and guided time.
“Excellent tour! Have lots of time to spend in Italian market! I would recommend it! Lots of free time to explore!”
Private Riviera day from Monaco: Italian markets, Menton lemons, Monaco sights, Monte-Carlo casino square, and a Formula 1 track tour.
“It was super good, the driver was so kind and helpful.. thank you!”
Day trip from Nice to San Remo market, lemony Menton, and hilltop La Turbie above Monaco with small-group transport and commentary.
“The guide arrived 30’min late for pick up She spoke very poor English and heavy ascent No ac in the car She didn’t explain the history of the cities we were in She dropped us off for 2.5 hours in San Remo without guiding us or teaching us anything. I could have taken a taxi…”
Small-group day trip from Nice to Sanremo markets and Dolceacqua’s 12th-century village, with a coast drive and guided time.
“Our guide Zara was very knowledgeable about so many topics fun while learning! Took her time with us despite running behind due to heavy traffic to start her day :)”
Private day trip from Nice to Bordighera, Dolceacqua, and Menton with hotel pickup, bilingual guide, and free sightseeing stops.
“Guy was very good at providing information about the place. The maze at Dolce Avila and beauty of Menton were worth it. Having a cup of coffee over looking the beach at Bordhigera was very relaxing.”
Shop San Remo’s market, wander Menton’s perfume streets, then get Monaco views at La Turbie’s Roman trophy on an 8-hour trip.
Private 5-hour Riviera tour from Nice with pickup: Sanremo landmarks, Ventimiglia markets, and Menton’s Pearl of France.
“Female guide went above and beyond to assure we experienced as much as we could. Menton is beautiful but San Remo wasn't what we thought it would be.”
From the corniche to Monaco, west to Cannes and inland to Provence. Every direction the coast runs from Nice.
