Duration: approx. 4 hours

Give yourself a chance to discover the highlights of Monaco on this enjoyable half-day excursion off the ship, which begins with a panoramic coach ride along the so-called Grande Corniche road – the highest of three scenic coastal routes in Monaco – for a chance to admire lovely view of the Principality from above. Your exploration of this special place then continues on foot with a guided walk around Monte Carlo’s main landmarks, including the splendid Rock of Monaco, simply known as “Le Rocher”. You will also pay an outside visit to the famous Roman Catholic Saint Nicholas Cathedral, which was consecrated in 1875 and houses the tombs of Prince Ranieri III and Grace Kelly. Last up is a visit to the truly resplendent Prince's Royal Palace, which was originally built as a fortress in the 12^th century and occupies a huge complex consisting of various buildings displaying very different architectural styles and landscaped gardens. Your tour of Monaco and its must-sees comes to a close with your return to the pier and your ship.

Leave the port and enjoy a 45-minute coach drive to Nice capital of the “Côte d’Azur”. Here we will admire the famous seafront boulevard known as the “Promenade des Anglais”, the legendary “Negresco” Hotel with its delightful rococo façade and pass by the Russian Orthodox Cathedral with its brightly coloured ceramics and six onion domes. Finally we will visit the old town and have some free time on the attractive “Cours Saleya”, a colourful square in Nice old town. Next we will continue to the medieval cliff-top town of Eze. Pass the XIV century double gateway and enjoy a walk through the narrow streets of the town. A stop for shopping is scheduled at the renowned Fragonard perfume factory to learn about French perfume techniques and purchase sample fragrances.

Leave the port and reach one of the jewels of the Côte d’Azur: Monte Carlo. After parking at the Rock of Monaco, you will head up to the old town. The friendly guide will lead you through the narrow uphill streets, past the Oceanographic Museum, the Cathedral where Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III are buried (outside view), and the fairytale Prince’s Palace. You will also get to see one of Monaco’s most famous buildings: the legendary Casino, which stands next to the glamorous Hôtel de Paris. Following a guided tour of the elegant square and the surrounding buildings, you will continue on to the medieval town of Èze, entering via the 14^th century double gateway and then walking through the narrow streets. A shopping stop is also scheduled at the renowned Fragonard perfume factory for a chance to learn about French perfume techniques and, if so inspired, to splurge on some fragrance samples.

Dig out some comfortable walking shoes and prepare to stretch your legs on an enjoyable 3-hour guided stroll around the highlights of Monte Carlo, an administrative district of the Principality of Monaco. Located on a tiny patch of land on the exclusive southern coastline of France, whatever Monaco may lack in size, it certainly makes up for in the beauty of its surroundings. After leaving the pier, you will first head for Fort Antoine, an early 18^th-century stronghold that is now an open-air theatre, until we reach the famous Rock of Monaco, or Le Rocher as it is more commonly known. This promontory overhanging the Ligurian Sea affords splendid views of the city below, the coastline and the deep blue sea. The tour then continues with a visit to Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Saint Roman, a place of Roman Catholic worship that was consecrated at the end of the 19^th century. Along the way, you will also pass the Oceanographic Museum, a delightful building dating back to 1901, as well as the “Gardens”. The final call on the guided leg of this tour will be at the central square and the beautiful Prince’s Palace, where you can spend some time watching the changing of the guard. Some brief free time then follows before you return to the pier and your ship.