This Monte Carlo shore trip visits two of the most striking hilltop villages on the French Riviera. Your driver-guide takes you to Eze, known for its dramatic views and pedestrian only medieval lanes, and Saint Paul de Vence, known for its art galleries and medieval walls. You have time to explore each village and enjoy free time for lunch.
After meeting your driver-guide in Monte Carlo, you enjoy a scenic drive along the Riviera until you reach Eze. This pedestrian only French medieval village is made up of tiny stone lanes and buildings, clinging to the cliffs over 1,000 feet above the sea. There is time to walk to the top of the town's hill, where a succulent garden offers views of the sea far below, and to browse the boutiques or enjoy an ice cream with a million dollar view. The van must be left at the base of the village for a walk up a steep hill into town; if that is not for you, the nearby Fragonard perfume factory is a relaxed alternative.
Later in the morning you drive to Saint Paul de Vence. The van parks just outside the medieval walls near several cafes, where you can enjoy a relaxing lunch while watching locals play the Provencal games of boules or petanque. After lunch, you can stroll the cobblestone main street of this hilltop Provencal town, lined with art galleries and boutiques. This medieval jewel has long been known for its artists and remains home to painters and actors today. You can also walk the town's medieval walls and visit the old cemetery, resting place of the artist Marc Chagall. For modern art, consider a stop at the Maeght Foundation or the Chapel of the Rosary.
At the end of this relaxed Monte Carlo shore excursion, your driver-guide brings you back to the pier.