Explore Italy’s Riviera and the French Côte d’Azur—discover Genoa, Portofino, Cinque Terre, Montecarlo, Nice, St. Tropez, Cannes, and more on a scenic coastal adventure.
Best of Italian and French Riviera Semi Escorted Tour
7 Days/6 Nights
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Unforgettable Italian Journeys, Designed for You
Curated by passionate Italy experts, this sample itinerary is just the beginning of your Italian adventure. Every journey we design is unique, crafted around your interests, pace, and dreams so you can experience Italy’s beauty and culture like a true insider. Let us transform your vision into a one-of-a-kind travel experience, filled with authentic moments and lasting memories
Day 1
MILAN, GENOA
A Day That Trades Design For Discovery
- Early morning meet & greet at a designated point in central Milan
- Motor coach transfer to Genoa, historic seaport city
- Guided visit of Genoa’s historic center around the old dock
- Discover medieval buildings and winding “caruggi” (narrow streets)
- Visit the restored Ancient Port area (revamped for Columbus anniversary)
- Optional visit to the Aquarium of Genoa (second largest in Europe; not included)
- Evening check‑in at your hotel in Genoa and overnight stay
Day 2
GENOA, CAMOGLI, PORTOFINO, SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE, GENOA
Pastel Waterfronts And Yacht-Scene Views
- Breakfast at your hotel in Genoa
- Short drive to Camogli, colorful seaside town with characteristic Ligurian architecture
- Free time to stroll the seafront and harbor
- Continue to Portofino, a chic village nestled in a narrow cove
- Free time to explore the harbor, boutiques, and scenic viewpoints
- Afternoon visit to Santa Margherita Ligure, picturesque resort on the eastern Riviera
- Return to Genoa for overnight stay at your hotel
Day 3
GENOA, PORTOVENERE, CINQUE TERRE, GENOA
Terraced Hillsides Above The Waterline
- Breakfast at the hotel in Genoa
- Drive to Portovenere, atmospheric fishing town with sea views and churches
- Free time to explore the harbor and historic center
- Ferry from Portovenere to Cinque Terre (weather/sea permitting)
- Panoramic coastal cruise past the five villages (UNESCO World Heritage)
- Free time in one or more villages for exploration and lunch (not included)
- In case of bad sea conditions/low season: itinerary operated by minibus/train instead of boat
- Return to Genoa and overnight stay at your hotel
Day 4
GENOA, SAN REMO, MONTECARLO, NICE
From Ligurian Charm To Côte d’Azur Chic
- Breakfast at the hotel in Genoa
- Depart for San Remo, “city of flowers and sun” on the Italian Riviera
- Free time to stroll elegant streets, beaches, boutiques, and optional casino visit
- Lunch on your own (not included)
- Afternoon drive to Monaco (Principality of Monaco)
- Panoramic tour: pass by the Grimaldi Prince’s Palace
- Photo stop near the Cathedral (wedding and burial place of Princess Grace)
- Drive around Montecarlo: Grand Prix circuit and Montecarlo Casino area
- Evening arrival in Nice and overnight stay at your hotel
Day 5
NICE, ST RAPHAEL, ST TROPEZ, ESTEREL COAST, NICE
The Coastline That Looks Like A Painting
- Breakfast at your hotel in Nice
- Depart for Saint‑Raphaël and Saint‑Tropez on the French Riviera
- Free time to enjoy beaches, harbors, and celebrity‑filled atmosphere
- Lunch on your own (not included)
- Afternoon return to Nice via the scenic Esterel Coast
- Panoramic views of red cliffs, coves, and the Mediterranean Sea
- Overnight stay at your hotel in Nice
Day 6
NICE, ST PAUL DE VENCE, GRASSE, CANNES, NICE
Medieval Art Village, Perfume Capital, Film-Festival Finish
- Breakfast at the hotel in Nice
- Morning visit to Saint‑Paul‑de‑Vence, medieval hilltop village with artistic heritage
- See remnants of medieval walls and landscapes that inspired artists like Chagall and Prévert
- Continue to Grasse, perfume capital of France
- Free time for lunch (not included) and to explore the town center and cathedral
- Opportunity to visit one of the major perfumeries and shop for fragrances
- Afternoon stop in Cannes, home of the famous film festival and sandy beaches
- Return to Nice for overnight stay
Day 7
NICE, MILAN
A Last Day That Trades Waves For Windows
- Breakfast at your hotel in Nice
- Free morning to enjoy Nice’s shops, markets, and seaside promenade
- Lunch on your own (not included)
- Afternoon coach transfer back to Milan
- End of tour and services in Milan
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Day 1
MILAN, GENOA
A Day That Trades Design For Discovery
Meet your group in Milan’s historic center and travel by motor coach to Genoa, once one of the powerful Maritime Republics. Explore the historic center that developed around the old port, with its medieval palaces and narrow streets, and visit the revitalized Ancient Port area, redesigned for the Columbus anniversary. You’ll have the chance to visit the impressive Aquarium of Genoa on your own (optional, not included) before heading to your hotel for the night.
Day 2
GENOA, CAMOGLI, PORTOFINO, SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE, GENOA
Pastel Waterfronts And Yacht-Scene Views
After breakfast, depart for Camogli, a charming fishing town with tall, painted houses and a lively waterfront. Continue along the Riviera to Portofino, a glamorous village tucked into a small cove, beloved by celebrities and artists—be sure to have your camera ready. In the afternoon, visit Santa Margherita Ligure, a picturesque seaside town with palm‑lined promenades and elegant villas. Return to Genoa in the evening for another overnight stay.
Day 3
GENOA, PORTOVENERE, CINQUE TERRE, GENOA
Terraced Hillsides Above The Waterline
After breakfast, travel to Portovenere, a picturesque fishing town with dramatic sea views and historic churches. From here, weather and sea permitting, board a ferry to cruise along the Cinque Terre coastline, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire the colorful villages clinging to the cliffs between sky and sea, and enjoy free time in some of the villages to explore and have lunch on your own. If sea conditions or season do not allow for the boat, the visit will be carried out by minibus and train instead. Return to Genoa in the evening for an overnight stay.
Day 4
GENOA, SAN REMO, MONTECARLO, NICE
From Ligurian Charm To Côte d’Azur Chic
After breakfast, head west along the Riviera to San Remo, known as the “city of flowers and sun.” Enjoy time at leisure to walk its elegant streets, relax on the beach, shop in charming boutiques, or try your luck at the casino. After lunch on your own, continue to Monaco, a tiny yet ultra‑glamorous principality. You’ll pass by the Grimaldi Prince’s Palace and stop near the Cathedral, where Grace Kelly married Prince Rainier and is buried. Then enjoy a panoramic drive around Montecarlo, home of the Formula 1 Grand Prix and the famous casino. The day ends in Nice, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 5
NICE, ST RAPHAEL, ST TROPEZ, ESTEREL COAST, NICE
The Coastline That Looks Like A Painting
After breakfast, set off on a “star‑gazing” day along the French Riviera. Visit Saint‑Raphaël and Saint‑Tropez, both famous for their sandy beaches, luxury yachts, and celebrity visitors. Enjoy free time to soak up the glamorous atmosphere, stroll the waterfront, or relax at a café. In the afternoon, travel back to Nice along the Esterel Coast, a spectacular stretch of shoreline where rugged red cliffs plunge into the sparkling sea. Return to your hotel in Nice for a restful night.
Day 6
NICE, ST PAUL DE VENCE, GRASSE, CANNES, NICE
Medieval Art Village, Perfume Capital, Film-Festival Finish
After breakfast, travel inland to Saint‑Paul‑de‑Vence, a beautifully preserved medieval village perched on a hilltop, long associated with artists and writers. Wander its cobbled streets and admire the views that inspired Chagall and Prévert. Continue to Grasse, the world capital of perfume, where you’ll have free time for lunch and to explore the historic center and cathedral. You can also visit one of the renowned perfumeries and shop for fragrances. In the afternoon, head to Cannes, known for its international film festival, palm‑lined Croisette, and golden beaches. After some free time to explore, return to Nice for the night.
Day 7
NICE, MILAN
A Last Day That Trades Waves For Windows
After breakfast, enjoy a free morning in Nice to stroll along the Promenade des Anglais, browse local shops and markets, or relax at a café by the sea. Following lunch on your own, board the coach for your return journey to Milan, where your Ligurian Coast and French Riviera tour—and our services—will come to an end.
