8-Day Italy & France Riviera Coast Tour

Italy, France
  • 8 Days
Description

Discover the most dazzling coasts of the Mediterranean, the historic towns of Tuscany, and the glamour of the French Riviera with our 8-Day Italy & France Riviera Coast Tour. Spanning from Bologna through Florence, Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, Cinque Terre, Portofino, Genoa, Nice, Monaco, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, and Aix-en-Provence to Marseille, this unique coastal journey offers an unforgettable European holiday.

Price Includes
Flights: Round-trip economy class flights between Istanbul and Bologna (outbound) / Marseille (inbound) via Turkish Airlines, plus airport taxes
Accommodation: 7 Nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels
Transfers: Airport-hotel-airport transfers and ground transportation via private coach
Guidance: Professional Turkish-speaking tour guide and assistance services
Insurance: TURSAB compulsory professional liability insurance, travel health insurance, and city accommodation taxes
Price Excludes
Visas & Taxes: Visa fees, service charges, and international departure tax stamp
Meals: All midday lunches, evening dinners, and drinks during meals
Personal Expenses: Hotel incidentals, personal shopping, and driver/guide tips
Admission Fees: Museum and historical site tickets not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary
Itinerary

Morning / Bologna & Florence: Depart from Istanbul Airport via Turkish Airlines to Bologna. Enjoy a panoramic city tour of Bologna (Neptune Fountain, Piazza Maggiore). Afterward, transfer to Florence for a panoramic tour including Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria, and Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Overnight at the hotel.

Daytime / Tuscan Highlights: Following breakfast at the hotel, embark on a day trip through Tuscany. Visit the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa in Piazza dei Miracoli, explore the medieval towers and walls of San Gimignano (the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages"), and discover Siena's historic Piazza del Campo and Cathedral. Return to Florence for overnight.

Daytime / Cinque Terre Coastal Villages: Depart Florence and head to La Spezia. Board a regional train to explore the colorful cliffside villages of Cinque Terre (Vernazza or Monterosso), designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy free time to stroll by the sea or taste local seafood. Afterward, transfer to Genoa for overnight.

Daytime / Ligurian Coast: Enjoy a panoramic tour of Genoa's maritime historic center. Next, visit the elegant seaside resort of Santa Margherita Ligure before taking a short coastal drive to Portofino, a pastel-colored picturesque fishing village favored by international jet-setters. Return to Genoa for overnight.

Daytime / Crossing into France: After breakfast, travel westward along the Mediterranean coast, crossing the border into France to arrive in Nice. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Nice featuring Promenade des Anglais, Massena Square, Old Nice (Vieux Nice), and Nice Cathedral. Overnight at the hotel.

Daytime / Princes & Film Festivals: Visit the medieval hilltop village of Eze and a traditional Fragonard perfume factory. Continue to the Principality of Monaco to see the Prince's Palace and Monte Carlo Casino Square. Afterward, head to Cannes for a stroll along La Croissette Boulevard before returning to Nice for overnight.

Daytime / Jet-Set Saint-Tropez: Travel along the Provence coast, stopping at the legendary fishing village turned glamorous hotspot, Saint-Tropez. Enjoy a walk around its picturesque harbor lined with luxury yachts. In the afternoon, arrive in Marseille for a panoramic city tour including Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica and the Old Port (Vieux Port). Overnight at the hotel.

Morning / Aix-en-Provence & Departure: Depart for Aix-en-Provence, the elegant university town of the Provence region. Enjoy a walking tour along Cours Mirabeau boulevard, historic mansions, and the legacy of Paul Cézanne. In the afternoon, transfer to Marseille Airport for our return Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul.

Faq

Yes, since the destinations are located within the Schengen Area, Turkish citizens must hold a valid Schengen visa to participate in this tour.

Yes; major excursions including Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, Portofino, Eze, Monaco, Cannes, Cinque Terre, and Saint-Tropez are fully included in the tour price.

Accommodations are provided on a bed & breakfast basis in carefully selected 3-star and 4-star hotels.

Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines on scheduled routes, departing to Bologna and returning from Marseille.

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