Nice, Monaco & Portofino aboard Sea Cloud Spirit

Depart Home City/ Arrive Nice, France

Nice, France

Welcome to Nice, an UNESCO-inscribed city on the Cote d’Azur. Begin with a drive to Mont Boron to enjoy an unbeatable scenic view of the Old Port of Nice, the village of Villefranche-sur-Mer, the Cap-Ferrat peninsula and, of course, the famously blue water the Cote d’Azur is named for. Check in to the deluxe Maison Albar-Le Victoria and join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at the hotel this evening.

Nice / Antibes

Head to the charming seaside town of Antibes, where the chic glamor of the French Riviera is wrapped in a welcoming vibe. Antibes was founded as a Greek colony in the fourth century B.C. More recently, it has been home to Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald, Aristotle Onassis and Pablo Picasso. On a guided walking tour, stroll winding cobblestone streets lined with pastel-tinted stone buildings and colorful flower baskets. See Grimaldi Castle, built in the 12th century and now home to the Picasso Museum. Visit Le Marché Provençal, brimming with fresh produce, herbs and spices, and locally made products. After lunch, visit Chateau de Cremat. Tour the gardens, vineyards, wine cellars and caves, then indulge in a tasting.

Hilltowns of the Rivieras

Today, choose an included excursion: explore the charming medieval village of St. Paul de Vence, home to artists and art aficionados for centuries. Or drive to Grasse, a hillside town famous for its long-standing UNESCO-inscribed perfume industry.

Nice/Embark Sea Cloud Spirit

Visit the captivating Marc Chagall National Museum, which contains the largest public collection of the artist’s work, including paintings, stained glass and a large mosaic. Enjoy free time in Nice’s Old Town exploring the shops and cafes, and make your own plans for lunch. This afternoon, embark the deluxe Sea Cloud Spirit, a unique, luxurious tall ship.

San Remo, Italy

Today, choose an included excursion: take a guided walking tour of the charming Old Town of San Remo, known as the City of Flowers, and visit the lavish 19-century Villa Nobel. Or drive along the Riviera di Ponente Drive, taking in vistas of the Mediterranean Sea edged by pastel-colored villas, olive groves, lemon orchards and vineyards. Stop to explore the seaside town of Ventimiglia, then head inland to visit Dolceaqua, a charming medieval village set among forested hills.

Portofino

Depart Portofino by private boat for a visit to San Fruttuoso. This picturesque village is not connected to any main roads and therefore is only accessible by boat or on foot. San Fruttuoso, an oft-overlooked gem, sits on a hillside above a cove where the blue Mediterranean waters lap a lovely little beach. Visit the stone Benedictine Abbey, built by Greek monks in the 10th century, with its Torre Doria added on in 1562. This stone watchtower was built to protect residents from menacing Barbary pirates, who threatened the coast. Sail on to the fishing village of Camogli, renowned for its pastel‑colored palazzi and houses stacked up along the coastline. In the mid-1800s, the town — known as the City of a Thousand White Sailing Ships — was esteemed for its powerful merchant navy, including a fleet of tall ships. This afternoon, spend free time exploring Portofino. This picturesque village was originally named Portus Delphini (Dolphin Harbor), which evolved into Portofino. Nowadays, the beautiful harbor is filled with super-yachts, and the tiny, cobbled streets boast high-end boutiques. Despite being the filming location for many movies, the village retains its natural charm.

Monaco

In this tiny principality — the second-smallest country in the world — the Grimaldi family has led the country since the 13th century. On a guided walking tour, visit the Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate, built in the Roman-Byzantine style in the late 19th century. Many of the Grimaldis are buried here, including Grace Kelly and Rainier III. Tour the Prince’s Palace, erected as an Italian fortress in A.D. 1191. Marvel at the sumptuous décor of the State Apartments, home to Monaco’s royals. Join your fellow travelers for a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner on board the ship this evening, and raise a glass to your lovely sojourn!

Nice, France/ Disembark ship/ Return to Home City