Five-Day Itinerary for South of France

  1. Day 1: Nice Old Town
    15-minute walk (0.5 miles) from Promenade des Anglais

    Explore the winding alleys of Nice Old Town, dating back to the 1700s. Enjoy the pastel-colored buildings, markets, and small independent shops. Stop by Place Rossetti to try a local specialty, ice-cream from Fenocchio.

  2. Day 2: Monaco
    30-minute drive (9 miles) from Nice Old Town

    Visit the glamorous city-state of Monaco. Go to the Prince's Palace and witness the daily changing of the guards. Admire the luxury yachts in the harbor and visit the world-famous Casino de Monte-Carlo. Take a walk in the exotic Jardin Exotique for stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.

  3. Day 3: Cannes
    40-minute drive (32 miles) from Monaco

    Take a stroll on the famous Croisette Boulevard in Cannes, known for its great shopping, sandy beaches, and restaurants. Visit the Musée de la Mer to see an extensive collection of marine life and artifacts. See the picturesque village of Eze on the way back to Nice.

  4. Day 4: Santora Island
    1-hour ferry ride from Nice port

    Take a ferry and spend a day at Santora Island, a small French Island located in the Mediterranean Sea. With crystal clear waters, secluded beaches, rocky cliffs and stunning nature, it is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the sun. Swim in the calm waters, have a picnic on the beach, or try water sports like snorkeling, kayaking, or paddleboarding

  5. Day 5: Gorges du Verdon
    2-hours drive (77 miles) from Santora Island

    Visit one of France's most iconic natural wonders, the Gorges du Verdon. Enjoy the panoramic views from the surrounding hills, or explore the largest gorge in Europe by boat, kayak, or hike. Admire the turquoise-green waters of the Verdon River as it flows through the stunning canyon. Take a picnic and enjoy the serene setting.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Ice-cream from Fenocchio in Nice Old Town (15 mins, $5)
  • Prince's Palace in Monaco (1 hour, $12)
  • Casino de Monte-Carlo in Monaco (30 mins, free to enter)
  • Jardin Exotique in Monaco (45 mins, $10)
  • Musée de la Mer in Cannes (1 hour, $10)
  • Ferry ride to Santora Island (1 hour, $50)
  • Gorges du Verdon boat tour (2 hours, $40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $137

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, visit Menton, known for its beautiful gardens and lemon trees, or St. Paul de Vence, a charming medieval village and art center. If you have less time, skip Santora Island and go to Villefranche-sur-Mer, a small fishing village with a picturesque Old Town and stunning views of the Mediterranean.

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