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Where to Go Ashore: 15 Private Shore Excursions in France

25 tours  ·  from $295 a head

Every cruise has one call too few. These 15 private shore excursions in France justify the day, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the balcony.

Cannes: 6-Hour Private French Riviera Shore Excursion - Meeting your driver at Cannes port
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Cannes: 6-Hour Private French Riviera Shore Excursion

1.6-Hour Private French Riviera Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 107 reviews · 6 hours Our pick

From Cannes, your private driver-guide takes up to eight people by air-conditioned van to Nice, Eze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo. Expect coastal viewpoints, a Fragonard perfumery visit, Monaco Cathedral and Palace, casino sights, and a drive along the Formula 1 circuit. Guides speak eight languages, and the route can change with traffic and your interests.

“Frank was SO accommodating. We saw as much as possible during our short time in Cannes. Would recommend this tour if you’re looking for quick highlights of all places mentioned in the description”

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Private Customized French Riviera Tour from Port of Cannes 8H - Nice: old lanes, flowers, and a broad coastal view
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Private Customized French Riviera Tour from Port of Cannes 8H

2.Private Customized French Riviera Tour from Port of Cannes 8H

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend eight hours with a private driver and guide exploring Cannes, Nice, Èze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo. The route can be adjusted to your interests, with guides such as Jack, David, Franck, and Alexandre praised for local stories, safe driving, and thoughtful stops. Expect some independent exploring at each destination.

“Our private tour from the Port of Cannes with Francz was absolutely exceptional. He was waiting for us at the cruise ship port terminal. Francz was warm, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He shared fascinating insights about the history, culture, and hidden gems of the French Riviera, all while keeping the tour relaxed and perfectly paced. We visited stunning spots like Èze, and Monaco, each more beautiful than the last. Francz tailored the day to our interests and gave us plenty of time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the local atmosphere. His driving was smooth and safe, and his vehicle was clean and comfortable. he brought each location to life…”

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Cannes Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Monaco and Eze - Fragonard and the making of French perfume
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Cannes Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Monaco and Eze

3.Private Day Trip to Monaco and Eze

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $487

Travel from Cannes port to medieval Eze and glamorous Monaco in an eight-seat Mercedes minivan with a private English or French-speaking driver-guide. Expect coastal views, a Fragonard perfume visit, Monte Carlo’s casino district, Monaco-Ville, and time to customize the day. Guides such as Laurent, Catherine, Pierre, and Giorgio have earned especially warm praise.

“Amazing day with the family that really maximized our time in port from our cruise. Laurent did a fantastic job and we highly recommend!”

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Le Havre Shore Excursion: Private Day Tour with Omaha Beach & American Cemetery - The long road from Le Havre to the beaches
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Le Havre Shore Excursion: Private Day Tour with Omaha Beach & American Cemetery

4.Private Day Tour with Omaha Beach & American Cemetery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $820Top rated

Meet your English-speaking driver-guide at Le Havre cruise port for an eight-hour private trip to Normandy’s D-Day sites. Walk Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery, then see German guns at Longues-sur-Mer. Guides such as Celine, Matthew, and Gaetan have added maps, photographs, local stories, and flexible stops.

“Had a great trip with Clementine. My favorite part was having a French bakery lunch sitting on Omaha beach with my family. It was beautiful.”

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Cannes Shore Excursion: Private Tour of the French Riviera - La Turbie and the high road above Monaco
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Cannes Shore Excursion: Private Tour of the French Riviera

5.Private Tour of the French Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

This private Cannes shore excursion takes up to eight people through Eze, La Turbie, Monaco, Monte Carlo, Antibes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Cannes in an air-conditioned minivan. Guides such as Jerome, Ingrid, Rene, Roman, and Margarita are noted for flexible pacing, local stories, and careful port returns. Fragonard perfume-making and Monaco’s Formula 1 circuit add memorable touches.

“Very knowledgeable and attentive guide. Best experience of my travel. Wry nice accommodation with a car.”

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Villefranche Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Nice Eze Villefranche La Turbie and Monaco - Nice along the Promenade des Anglais
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Villefranche Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Nice Eze Villefranche La Turbie and Monaco

6.Villefranche Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Nice Eze Villefranche La Turbie and Monaco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Spend about seven hours with a local guide-driver visiting Monaco, Nice, Eze, and La Turbie from Villefranche-sur-Mer. Your private, air-conditioned minivan includes port pickup, bottled water, Wi-Fi hotspot, and USB charging. The schedule is brisk but flexible, with time for coastal views, old-town streets, and photos.

“My family and I enjoyed it very much. Took us to the highlights and let us go at our own pace. Wanted to make sure we saw as much as possible and made the most of every minute. Thank you so much.”

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From the port of Cannes Private shore excursion customized - Monaco, the palace, and Monte Carlo
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From the port of Cannes Private shore excursion customized

7.From the port of Cannes Private shore excursion customized

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

From Cannes, your private driver-guide takes you along the Riviera for about seven hours. See La Croisette, Nice, medieval Eze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo, or reshape the day around your interests. Guides including Robin, Sofian, Nathan, Samir, and Laurent have helped visitors adjust plans, find photo stops, and make tight cruise schedules work.

“Our guide was fantastic! He took us to Nice, a Medieval village, Monte Carlo and Monaco. I lived every location!!”

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Private tour landing beaches from Le Havre cruise terminal - Pointe du Hoc and the climb toward the German guns
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Private tour landing beaches from Le Havre cruise terminal

8.Private tour landing beaches from Le Havre cruise terminal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

From Le Havre cruise terminal, you spend about nine hours with an English-speaking guide visiting Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer. Jonathan Dale leads a focused D-Day tour for up to three people, with pickup, bottled water, and time at the cemetery visitor center. Lunch is not included.

“Our guide, Jonathan Dale, was by far the best guide we have ever had. We have taken many guided excursions from the cruises we have been on, but none have been as good as Jonathan. Very professional, knowledgeable, and spoke excellent English.”

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Le Havre Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Giverny, Rouen and Honfleur - Rouen Cathedral and the story of Joan of Arc
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Le Havre Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Giverny, Rouen and Honfleur

9.Private Tour of Giverny, Rouen and Honfleur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $810

Meet your private driver-guide at Le Havre cruise port for an eight-hour Normandy outing. Choose two stops among Monet’s Giverny, Rouen, and Honfleur. Guides such as Adrian, Karin, David, Gwen, and Marion tailor the pace, avoid needless walking, and add local history. Giverny admission is included; meals and some admissions are extra.

“Excellent guide Gwen, who included much historical info and allowed us to meet our friends in Rouen. A wonderful trip.”

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Full-Day Private Custom-Made Cannes Shore Excursion - Meeting your guide at Cannes cruise port
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Full-Day Private Custom-Made Cannes Shore Excursion

10.Full-Day Private Custom-Made Cannes Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

You get an eight-hour private minivan tour from Cannes for up to seven people, with a guide who adjusts the route to your interests. Expect Cannes, Antibes, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and Nice, with time for Eze or Monaco when traffic and ship schedules allow. Guides including Franck, Michel, Laura, and Yvonne have tailored days around food, photos, villages, and coastal views.

“An excellent experience. Our.driver/guide, Laura, was exactly on time, spoke excellent English, was very knowledgeable, and had a wonderful personality.”

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Cannes private shore excursion: tour the French Riviera & Monaco - Villefranche-sur-Mer and the Corniche views
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Cannes private shore excursion: tour the French Riviera & Monaco

11.Cannes private shore excursion: tour the French Riviera & Monaco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Cannes along the Côte d’Azur with local guide Jerome in a private, air-conditioned minivan. Visit Villefranche-sur-Mer, hilltop Eze, La Turbie, Monaco-Ville, Monte Carlo, and Cannes landmarks. The day allows schedule changes, photo stops, and optional time at the Fragonard perfume factory.

“We drove around to see some great sights. Stopped at all the beautiful lookouts, learned about the local area. Door to door service and communication was superb. Very knowledgeable. Clean comfortable and highly recommended.”

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Full-Day Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze & Monaco - Eze, the hilltop highlight
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Full-Day Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze & Monaco

12.Full-Day Private Cannes Shore Excursion: Eze & Monaco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide exploring Cannes, Eze, Monaco-Ville, and Monte Carlo. You get port pickup, round-trip transport, live commentary, and a custom route for up to eight people. Guides such as Pierre, Franck, Laura, Catherine, Guy, and Beatrice are praised for flexibility, local insight, and careful timing.

“We had 2 tours together and both guides were amazing. They made the day fun and were very knowledgeable”

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Cannes: French Riviera Private Sightseeing Shore Excursion - Villefranche and Cap Ferrat from the heights above Nice
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Cannes: French Riviera Private Sightseeing Shore Excursion

13.French Riviera Private Sightseeing Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · 8 hours

Travel from your cruise ship in a private, air-conditioned van for two to eight people. See Villefranche and Cap Ferrat, visit Eze and Fragonard, explore Monaco, Saint Paul de Vence, Antibes, and Cannes. Guides may speak English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic, Portuguese, or Russian.

“Absolutely fantastic! We had “the singing driver “! Ask for him! He was in time, helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. He made our tour one to remember. He’s restaurant recommendation was amazing. This is the way to go when booking a tour, don’t hassle with large groups. We were on a cruise and it worked perfectly. Highly recommended this tour.”

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Private 10-hour Shore Excursion to Paris from Le Havre (official guide in Paris) - Eiffel Tower and Trocadero: the best early photo stop
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Private 10-hour Shore Excursion to Paris from Le Havre (official guide in Paris)

14.Private 10-hour Shore Excursion to Paris from Le Havre (official guide in Paris)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $1,246

Travel from Le Havre to Paris in a private vehicle, with a four-hour official guide in the city. See the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Montmartre, and major boulevards. Guides such as Claudia, Chris, and Joanna tailor the day to your interests, while the driver handles the long trip back to port.

“Our tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable. She knows her city inside out. She was fluent in English and Spanish. She was accommodating to our wishes. Very pleasant and sweet. Would highly recommend her.”

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Bordeaux Cruise Port Shore Excursion: Full-Day Private Medoc Wine Tour - The ride from Bordeaux to Margaux
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Bordeaux Cruise Port Shore Excursion: Full-Day Private Medoc Wine Tour

15.Bordeaux Cruise Port Shore Excursion: Full-Day Private Medoc Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

Meet your English-speaking guide at Bordeaux’s Quai Louis XVIII at 9:30 am for an eight-hour private Médoc tour. Ride in an air-conditioned minivan, visit three chateaux in Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Julien, or Saint-Estèphe, and pay tasting fees separately. Lunch in Pauillac is on your own.

“Drive through the countryside and the visit to three wineries outstanding. Would highly recommend for those interested in the Medoc wines.”

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