Private Full Day, 9 Hours

Private Driver/Guide to Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village

★ 5.0 67 reviews

8 to 9 hours, pickup listed, free cancellation.

from $840.62 per group

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Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Meeting point: Confirmed after booking
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Riviera Star Tours

Overview

A single driver-guide takes one booking group through a long loop along the coast between Nice and Monaco, collecting passengers at their accommodation and returning them there at the end of the day. The tour runs 8 to 9 hours and covers Villefranche-sur-Mer, St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, the hilltop village of Eze, a perfume factory visit, Monaco's old town, the Prince's Palace area, Monte-Carlo with its casino quarter, and a stretch associated with the Grand Prix circuit.

The shape of the day is fixed but the pacing is not. Reviews repeatedly describe guides who adjust timings, move stops around, recommend or book lunch restaurants, and let groups decide how to spend the free hours in Monaco and Monte-Carlo. One traveller flagged that you get more out of it if you arrive knowing which sites matter most to you, since much of the day is self-guided wandering between drop-off points.

It suits travellers who want the Riviera's headline stops covered in one day without driving themselves, and who are happy with a mix of commentary and independent time. Larger parties can be split across two vehicles, as one group of eleven experienced. Entry to the Monte-Carlo Casino is optional and costs extra, as does the Prince's Palace, and food and drink are not included.

What's Included

Included

Private Driver/guide for the full day
Professional guide
Accomodation pickup and drop-off
Transport in a recent and comfortable vehicle

Not Included

Food and drinks
Optional entry to the Casino according to your wishes (€20.00 per person)

Itinerary

Hotel pickupThe driver-guide collects the group at their accommodation and drops them back at the end of the day.
Villefranche and Cap-FerratShort stops, 10 minutes at Villefranche-sur-Mer and 10 minutes at St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, both free.
Eze village and FragonardOne hour in Eze, followed by a 45-minute visit to the Parfumerie Fragonard factory and laboratory with admission included.
Monaco old townTwo hours in Monaco plus 45 minutes in Vieux Monaco, then 30 minutes at the Prince's Palace, whose State Apartments are closed until spring.
Monte-CarloTwo hours in Monte-Carlo, with optional 30-minute casino entry at 20 euros per person, plus 10 minutes at the Hotel de Paris, entry not included.
Grand Prix circuitA 20-minute free stop along the Monaco Grand Prix route before the return transfer.

What To Expect From The Tour

Practical points worth knowing before booking, drawn from the listing and from what multiple travellers reported afterwards.

Pace and planning. Several reviewers said the timing at each stop felt right but that you benefit from doing some homework. One traveller noted much of the trip is self-guided, so decide in advance which sites you care about most.
Flexible driver-guides. Reviewers often mention guides who rearrange the day, adjust pick-up times and stop for photos on request. Ask if you want more or less time somewhere, since the itinerary appears negotiable in practice.
Food and drink. Meals are not included. Multiple travellers said their drivers recommended or booked a restaurant for lunch in Monaco, so ask for a suggestion on the morning.
Extra entry fees. Casino entry is optional at 20 euros per person, and Prince's Palace entry is not included. Everything else on the itinerary is free or covered.
Children and infants. The listing states infant seats are available and pushchairs are accessible. Families have taken the tour and one family group described a great day, so it works with kids in a private vehicle.
Local recommendations. More than one reviewer highlighted the recommendations their guide gave during and even after the tour, from restaurants to what to see. It is worth asking the driver-guide for suggestions, since this came up repeatedly in feedback.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, per the listing. One reviewer felt the day required researching the sites yourself, since the driver-guide drops you at locations rather than escorting you through each one. Casino entry at 20 euros per person and Prince's Palace admission are extra, and no food or drinks are included. Cancellation less than 24 hours before the start time receives no refund, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

Common Questions

Is Pickup From My Hotel Included?

Yes. Accommodation pickup and drop-off are included, and several reviewers confirmed being collected from hotels and even an Airbnb. The driver returns the group to the pickup point at the end of the day.

How Long Does The Tour Last?

The tour runs 8 to 9 hours with a private driver-guide. That covers all the coastal stops, Eze, Monaco old town and Monte-Carlo in a single day.

Are Food And Entry Tickets Included?

Food and drinks are not included. The Fragonard perfume factory visit has admission included, but the Prince's Palace and the Hotel de Paris are listed as entry not included, and the Monte-Carlo Casino is optional at 20 euros per person.

Is This A Private Tour Or Will I Join A Group?

It is private, so only your booking party takes part. Larger parties may travel in two vehicles, as one group of eleven did with two guides.

Can Children Or Babies Join?

Yes. The listing states infant seats are available and pushchairs are accessible, and the tour is described as suitable for most travellers. Families have taken it and reported a good day.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours there is no refund and changes are not accepted, with cut-off times based on local time.