One of the finest ways to absorb the colorful flavor and vibrant atmosphere of Cannes is to explore its myriad attractions on foot, accompanied by an informative guide. Head first to Cannes Old Town (Le Suquet), overlooking the original harbor and surrounded by the Tour Sarrasine’s mighty ramparts. After visiting La Castre Museum you will continue to the Forville Market and Rue Meynadier. This pedestrianized thoroughfare is vibrant with local color and home to gourmet cheese makers, delicatessens and a variety of local crafts. While strolling Rue d’Antibes, you will glimpse a tempting array of retail showcases including perfumeries, jewelers, florists, ready-to-wear clothing outlets, confectioners and tea shops. The Croisette unfurls like a fresco in a symphony of colors from the Palais des Festivals, (home of the famous annual Cannes Film Festival) in the west, to the Port Pierre Canto in the east. The boulevard loudly proclaims its elegance, with luxury hotels and designer-name shops. After walking around the Film Festival Palace, you will pause for refreshments at a local café. You may then choose to continue exploring on your own, or walk back to the ship with your guide.

Here is a delightful journey to Les Arcs, the capital of the Côtes de Provence wine industry, in a renowned region of southern France. From Cannes take a 1-hour journey through the Esterel Massif to Les Arcs, location of La Maison des Vins, (the House of Wines). This traditionally styled building has a pastel yellow stucco exterior with a wide stone terrace overlooking an attractive reflecting pool and cascading fountain. The large tasting room features a wall of wines where the bottles are illuminated from behind to emphasize their different colors. An informative wine specialist will welcome you into a designated area and provide a precise description of various wine varieties. Learn about the history, geography and production of the wines, as well as how to serve, evaluate, smell, taste and fully enjoy them. This introduction will be followed by a delicious tasting of several varieties, accompanied by bread or crackers. Time will be provided to explore the Maison, or perhaps make a purchase for your own private stock from the expansive collection. Your wine adventure will continue with a 1-hour stop at the family-owned Le Domaine de Saint Martin for an additional tasting before making a 45-minute return journey to the ship.

Antibes was founded by Greek merchants in the 5th century and is one of France’s oldest cities. From Cannes you will take a 45-minute drive along the coast en route to this historic destination. On arrival, your walking exploration begins in the city’s old quarter, with its maze of small, flower-bedecked streets featuring both Roman and Medieval sections. Imposing 16th century ramparts overlook the Mediterranean, nurturing the heart of the Old Town. After time for independent exploration, you will enter a shop set inside a 9th century vaulted cellar incorporating a Roman well. Here you will be invited to taste regional delicacies including tapenade, accompanied by a glass of the famous “absinthe,” a wormwood-based alcoholic beverage that was the favorite of many 19th century French artists. There will be time to browse among the olive oil and other local delicacies available for sale before rejoining your coach for the return to Cannes.

Enjoy stunning views of Cannes and the surrounding Côte d’Azur as your helicopter pilot will show you the highlights of this beautiful region of France.A private transfer will take you to and from the Cannes Mandelieu Airport (approximately 35 minutes each way). Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Cannes from the air!

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 2 guests. Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 6 guests your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 2 guests your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 6 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Eze has been described as an “eagle’s nest” because of its clifftop location over 1,400 feet above sea level. Contrast this enchanting village with the stately grandeur of a seaside palazzo in exclusive coastal Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Following a 30-minute drive along the Moyenne Corniche you will begin a guided walking exploration of Eze along narrow streets and past recently restored medieval houses. Enjoy superb panoramas of the Italian and French coasts from this high vantage point during your 1¼-hour stay. Back aboard the coach you will continue to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, one of the Côte d’Azur’s most exclusive destinations. The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild was constructed in the early 1900s and lies on a promontory overlooking the sea surrounded by splendid gardens. During your 1¼-hour stay, there will be time to appreciate the gorgeous views of Villefranche and Beaulieu sur Mer bays before refreshments will be served in the panoramic Tea Room. From the Villa there is a 45-minute return drive to the ship.

The romantic Principality of Monaco is a small sovereign city-state surrounded on three sides by its neighbor France. Your sightseeing tour will begin by heading directly to Monte Carlo along a portion of the Grand Prix circuit. An elevator whisks you to the Grand Casino, the most prominent and famous building on Casino Square, which is surrounded by the Hotel de Paris and the Café de Paris. A panoramic drive reveals enchanting views of Monaco and its surroundings before you arrive in Monaco Old Town. At Monaco Rock, elevators and escalators take you up to the Old City. Accompanied by a guide, you will then stroll up the hill along charming narrow streets past the Oceanographic Museum and the Cathedral containing the tombs of Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III. After visiting the interior of the Prince’s Palace, you will have approximately one hour of leisure time before descending from the rock and returning directly to the ship.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 2 guests your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 6 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Depart the port of nice for a scenic drive through the city, starting along the famous palm-lined seaside boulevard “la promenade des Anglais”. View the famous Negresco Hotel with its imposing barroc-facade before entering the central roads and approaching the Russian orthodox cathedral where you will stop for pictures. Continue on uphill by coach towards the residential area of cimiez before reaching back to the heart of town with its squares of garibaldi and Massena. get off the coach at the gate of the old town of nice where you will follow your guide for an exploration walk along the Cours Saleya, famous for its flower market happening every day from Tuesday to Sunday from early morning to 01.00 pm. discover narrow and colorful streets with lots of Italian flair and learn about the origins of beautiful nice; enjoy free-time for leisure and shopping or just enjoy a drink or a coffee in one of the numerous cafés along the squares. at a prearranged time and place meet back with your coach and your guide to continue for a short drive to the international airport of the Cote d’azur, second most important after Paris.

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 2 guests. Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 6 guests your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own car. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 2 guests your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Explore at your leisure with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide. This exclusive tour will allow you to customize your time ashore and explore the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own van. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore. See the iconic sights of the city, or create your own personal stops to make the experience your own. Capacity: 6 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity. Private vans are ordered per vehicle (not per person)

Emperor Napoleon I was exiled on the island of Elba for 300 days beginning in May 1814. Trace the history of that fascinating bygone era on this look at one of his two island residences, both of which are now museums. Depending on the day of the week, you may either visit his town residence (Villa dei Mulini), or his country residence (Villa San Martino). Guests visiting the Villa San Martino country home see the Room of the Doves, whose ceiling is adorned with a painting depicting two doves linked by a knotted ribbon that tightens as they fly further away. By way of contrast, the Egyptian Room has a circular ceiling painting featuring a ring of Zodiac signs. Other points of interest include Napoleon’s bedroom, dressing room and study as well as the villa’s beautifully manicured gardens. (Please note, there is an uphill walk of around 900 feet along a smooth surface to reach this villa.) Alternatively (depending on the day of the week) you may visit the Villa dei Mulini town residence, to explore Napoleon’s study, reception hall, bedroom and library. (Please note, there is an uphill walk of around 900 feet along cobbled and uneven surfaces to reach this villa.) A pause at the Porto Azzuro resort area provides a brief and relaxing interlude before your direct return to your yacht.

Combine a visit to the enchanting village of Porto Azzuro with wine tasting at a vineyard once frequented by Emperor Napoleon. After leaving the busy capital of Portoferraio, your 30-minute drive will feature magnificent views of Lacona and Laconella Bays as well as Golfo Stella as you pass rocky beaches and high cliffs. Ahead lies Porto Azzuro, which boasts an ancient medieval fortress and picturesque fisherman’s harbor. You will have free time to browse among its many tempting shops. Back aboard the coach you will continue to the Azienda Agricola La Chiusa estate, whose vineyard directly overlooks Portoferraio. This estate hosted Napoleon Bonaparte on two separate occasions. As the vineyard prides itself on quality over quantity, its vines are always pruned very short. During your 1½-hour stay there will be an explanation of wine production at the farmhouse before you will have the opportunity to sample the extra virgin olive oil and taste the wine. After enjoying time at leisure you will take the 30-minute return drive to your yacht at Portoferraio.

Start your walk from the pier with your guide, viewing the elegant shops and boutiques that surround the charming piazzetta along the way. You will walk by the church to the hiking path. The itinerary of the hike can vary depending on your guide, on the weather and path conditions and on the tourists in your group. The first half of the tour is mostly an uphill walk if your tour goes towards Cappelletta, San Sebastiano and Olmi, to reach Molini. You will pass elegant villas nestled among rich tropical vegetation and olive trees. If your tour starts heading towards Paraggi, you will walk along the coastline and then hike up towards Acquaviva and Molini, where an old olive oil mill has been restored, now housing a little museum, a café, and toilets. The path leads the way through the Mediterranean flora, vineyards and olive groves. Vegetation hugs the medieval dwellings and the cliffs drop off to the crystal-clear sea, making this one of the most fascinating locations of the Riviera. Continue walking on to S. Anna and Nozarego and finally you will arrive at the main promenade of Santa Margherita Ligure. Santa Margherita’s colors, the arrangement of its characteristic houses, its rich villas and great hotels have painted around its bay something similar to a magical reflection. Pause for refreshment at a café and then you will return to Portofino by minivan, or you may choose to remain in Santa Margherita to stroll around on your own and go back to Portofino by taxi, public ferry or public bus.

Here’s a tempting opportunity to visit charming and remote Italian coastal fishing villages that are not easily accessible other than by boat. After a 20-minute cruise, your first stop will be in the little bay of San Fruttuoso Village, the ancient residence of the Doria family. Its splendid natural surroundings are enhanced by the architectural beauty of its church and 10th century abbey. The imposing cliffs encircling the inlet, a small beach and lush Mediterranean vegetation, combined with the almost unreal absence of vehicles, creates a truly unique and enjoyable ambiance. Pause to savor the enchanting views as your boat remains in the bay for 10 minutes. Heading further up the coast you will reach Camogli, a typical small fishing village that was formerly the site of bustling shipyards that helped build one of the world’s greatest merchant fleets. Camogli’s original medieval setting was centered around a local parish church constructed on an island that was once completely detached from the mainland. Today, it is connected to the mainland by a square surrounded by colorful buildings including one of the Italian coast’s most beautiful Baroque churches. During your 1½-hour stay, there will be time for a guided tour followed by free time. Back aboard your private boat, tasty focaccia bread and local wine will be served during the 45-minute return cruise to Portofino.

You will depart from St. Tropez port by bus and travel to Ramatuelle village, far from the crowds of France’s southern coastline. Here you will take a short, moderately uphill walking tour of this charming hillside village and stroll around its narrow, vaulted streets. Another short drive will bring you to Gassin, a very quaint village with charming stores that sell herbal soaps, pottery and a host of lavender products. In the village, there is a wonderful viewpoint from where you will take in a spectacular vista of the St. Tropez Bay and the Maures Mountains. Next, you will visit the Provençal village of Grimaud, taking a walking tour with your guide who will explain that the village was once owned by the Grimaldi family, for whom it was named. The impressive ruins of an old medieval castle dominate the narrow streets and the village is now a flourishing craft center. Reboard your bus for the drive back to the ship.

Get acquainted with St. Tropez’s intimate treasures with a short walking tour of the city. You will begin with a walk along the bay, passing by the famous café Le Senequier, the seafront promenade known for excellent “people watching.” Pause for an excellent view of the tiny bay and beach before continuing to the heart of St. Tropez. Strolling the narrow streets and alleys, you will view the Town Hall and square, and the church of St. Tropez as your guide explains the “legend of St. Tropez,” and the significance of the often seen elm trees. An uphill climb then brings you to the top of the village and breathtaking views over its red roofs framed by the blue of the Mediterranean. Art has played an important role here and your guide explains St. Tropez’ significance in several art movements. As your walking tour concludes, you will enjoy a relaxing pause for refreshments in a local café (included). You may then opt to remain in the downtown area for some independent exploration before making the short walk back to the pier.

Discover the unforgettable views of the Massif des Maures, the coastline, the islands of Porquerolles, rugged shores, fine sandy beaches and lush vegetation on this scenic exploration by coach. You will be able to just relax and enjoy the breathtaking panoramas during your 1-hour drive along the coastal route stretching southwest from La Croix Valmer and Cavalaire to Le Lavandou, where you will have a 45-minute stop at this scenic destination, and refreshments will be served. Then it’s back aboard the coach for the drive to the ancient village of Bormes Les Mimosas. Dubbed the “Crib of Provence,” it is renowned as one of the most attractive and flower-filled villages in all France. Your return to St. Tropez will be through the Dom Forest, where vineyards melt into a rich patchwork of cork, oak, pine and chestnut trees. This ever changing panorama is typical of the Maure mountain range’s vegetation.