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Grand tour of Nice by open-top bus - 1 ½ hours Departs From the Albert 1st Gardens, approximately a 20 minute walk from the Hotel Oasis
Discover Nice on an open double decker bus that takes you around the harbour, Mont Boron, Cimiez and The Promenade des Anglais. With commentary through headsets.
Cost Adult €17, Children 4-11 €9, Infants under 3 Free
Departures 12 a day

Tour of Nice by petits train - 1 ½ hours Departs From the the Promenade opposite the Albert 1st Gardens, approx. 20 minute walk from the Hotel Oasis
Discover Nice on a petits train, that takes you around the old town and up to Castle Hill, where you are given free time to explore the gardens, the views, the ancient Greek sites and the spectacular waterfall. With good commentary & historic background information.
Cost Adult €6, Children 4-11 €6, Infants under 3 Free
Departures 2 an hour

Nice city tour by minibus - 3 hours   Departs From the Hotel Oasis
Discover Nice on an air-conditioned minibus with no more than 8 people. Discover Castle Hill, Cimiez, The Russian Church, La Promenade des Anglais & The Old Town. With good driver/guide commentary & historical background.  
  Cost Adult €36
  Departures Twice a day
These trips depart from Nice Harbour, which is only a 25-minute walk from the Oasis or a 5-minute taxi trip, which would cost approximately €20. All these trips need to be reserved, which can be done for you at Reception.  
La Promenade Cotiere - 1 hour Monaco - 8 hours
Sails to Cap de Nice, Villefranche and Cap Ferrat, with commentary. Sails to Monaco.
Departs Nice 15:00, Returns Nice 16:00 Departs Nice 10:00, Arrives Monaco 10:45, Departs Monaco 17:00, Returns Nice 18:00
Operates Operates
Jun-Sept: Daily Jul-Sept: Tue / Thu
Oct-May: Tue / Wed / Fri / Sun  
Cost Adult €11, Children 4-10 €6, Infants under 4 Free Cost Adult €20, Children 4-10 €15, Infants under 4 Free
Saint Tropez - 10 hours San Remo (Italy) - 8 hours
Sails to Saint Tropez. Sails to Monaco.
Departs Nice 09:00, Arrives Saint Tropez 11:30, Departs Saint Tropez 16:30, Returns Nice 19:00 Departs Nice 09:00, Arrives San Remo 10:45, Departs San Remo 15:00, Returns Nice 17:00
Operates Operates
Jul-Aug: Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat / Sun Jul-Sept: Sat (Market Day in San Remo)
Sept: Tue / Thu / Sun  
Cost Adult €42, Children 4-10 €25, Infants under 4 Frees Cost Adult €35, Children 4-10 €20, Infants under 4 Free
These suggested journeys depart from Nice Train Station, which is only a 5 minute walk from the Oasis, with a list of our suggestion excursions, sites that should not be missed.  
ANTIBES
A small fortified city, entirely in the gleam of the sun, it rises up from the beautiful mountains and the eternally snow-covered ranges of the Alps. dmire the craziest and largest yachts ever moored at the 'Billionnaires Quay' and enjoy a wonderful view of the Riviera.
Sea-Wall & Fort Caree Completed in the 17th Century by Vauban, the view from the fortified walls is spectacular.
Chateau Grimaldi Constructed in the 12th Century, in the design of an ancient Roman Fort. The rectangular tower, battlements and several window openings are all that remain from that period, however the rest of the chateau was rebuilt in the 16th century. It is open to the public as an art museuem.
Musee Picasso Housed in the chateau. Picasso stayed here in 1946. In addition to Picasso's work, the museum posses a collection of contemporary works by Leger, Magnelli, Hartung and Max Ernst
Aqualand, Marineland A host of pleasure parks, can be found some open until 3am
CANNES
Walk along the world famous 'Croisette' boulevard where all the actors of the world have left their print during the Film Festival. Visit Belle Epoque buildings, high society, festivals and culinary delights.
La Malmaison A contemporary art gallery.
Palais des Festivals Where the main events of the Film Festival take place, also houses a casino, a nightclub and cafeteria.
Allees de la Liberte An attractive place for a stroll and the venue for a colourful flower market in the mornings and a flea market on Saturdays.
EZE
One of the region's best preserved medieval mountain villages. With its narrow lanes at the top of a hill overlooking the sea and feel the scent of Provence at the Perfume factory.
The Exotic Gardens of Eze At 429 metres, these gardens look out over the world's most breath-taking panorama from St-Tropez to Italy with over 400 plants.
Medieval Village The ruins of the Saracen fortress with a view over the entire Riviera, dining in the Chateau Eze.
Fragonard Perfume Factory Since 1926, Fragonard has created perfumes, Free Guided visits are offered every day of the year. All products are sold at Factory prices.
MONACO
Monaco, the capital of this miniture state, which is built on the 300-metre wide and 800-metre long cliff known as the Rock, extending out to sea. Visit the unforgettable Prinicipality of Monaco including : The Old Monaco, the Cathedral, the changing of the guards.
Cathedrale There are several alter paintings by Louis Brea. Princess Grace is buried here.
Petits Train Discovery of Monaco on board of several road carriages. English commentary. Cost Adults €6, Children under 5 Free.
Museum Oceangraphy Founded in 1910 by Prince Albert I, whose passion for research took him on many sea voyages, its aquarium has more than 90 tanks. One century of the history of oceangraphy, exhibitions and events. Cost Adults €11, Children 6-18 €6
Place de Palais In front of the Prince's Palace, with its cannons and cannonballs, has something of an operatic air. This impression is strengthened by the changing of the guard (daily at 1155 am)
MONTE CARLO
Monte Carlo, Exclusive, exotic, extravagant world of Monte Carlo, and the Place du Casino, with its immaculate gardens surrounded by the Casino. Follow the steps of the world famous drivers on the Monte Carlo Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit. Enjoy the unbelievable luxury and chic of this unique place. Visit the casinos and beautiful gardens.
Casino Well worth a visit for its extravagant architecture and decoration. The slot machines are open all day and admission is free. The Salle Garnier, straight ahead as you enter the Casino, is the elaborate setting for Opera, theatre, ballet and concerts, complete with theatre boxes for royalty.
Shoppers Rue Grimaldi or the Galerie Metropole beneath Monte Carlo'd deluxe hotel, the Metropole Palace.
Musee Nationale Automates et Poupees d'Autrefois Down by the beach has a large collection of 18th and 19th Century Dolls.
MENTON
Menton - The Lemon Capital. With 300 days of sunshine per year and a backdrop of protective mountains covered in citrus and olive groves, Menton has one of the warmest climates on the Riviera. It also has a casino, nightclubs, marinas and sandy beaches.
Cultural Events Impressive array of cultural events: concerts, museums, exhibitions, a Theatre season from October to April, the Lemon Festival in February/March.
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