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Monaco Shore with Changing of the Guard Private Excursion
Timed to the minute so you see the Changing of the Guard at 11:55am, in a car authorised to drive up to the Rock where most coaches cannot go. Explore the Prince's Palace and Monaco Cathedral, drive the Formula 1 circuit, then finish with an aperitif on a reserved terrace on Casino Square. Private pickup from Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer or Cap-Ferrat, including the cruise ports, with a guaranteed return before your ship's all-aboard time. Monaco's glamour and royal traditions in one relaxed mor
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Overview
- ✓Timed to the minute so you see the Changing of the Guard at 11:55am, in a car authorised to drive up to the Rock where most coaches cannot go.
- ✓Explore the Prince's Palace and Monaco Cathedral, drive the Formula 1 circuit, then finish with an aperitif on a reserved terrace on Casino Square.
- ✓Private pickup from Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer or Cap-Ferrat, including the cruise ports, with a guaranteed return before your ship's all-aboard time.
- ✓Monaco's glamour and royal traditions in one relaxed morning.
Timed to the minute so you see the Changing of the Guard at 11:55am, in a car authorised to drive up to the Rock where most coaches cannot go. Explore the Prince's Palace and Monaco Cathedral, drive the Formula 1 circuit, then finish with an aperitif on a reserved terrace on Casino Square. Private pickup from Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer or Cap-Ferrat, including the cruise ports, with a guaranteed return before your ship's all-aboard time. Monaco's glamour and royal traditions in one relaxed morning.
Timed to the minute so you see the Changing of the Guard at 11:55am, in a car authorised to drive up to the Rock where most coaches cannot go. Explore the Prince's Palace and Monaco Cathedral, drive the Formula 1 circuit, then finish with an aperitif on a reserved terrace on Casino Square. Private pickup from Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer or Cap-Ferrat, including the cruise ports, with a guaranteed return before your ship's all-aboard time. Monaco's glamour and royal traditions in one relaxed morning.
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What’s Included
- ✓Reserved terrace on Casino Square | A table facing the Casino for your aperitif
- ✓Your choice: a private driver only, or your driver plus a licensed local guide in your language
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Ship return guaranteed | Your all-aboard time is our priority
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Parking fees
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Gratuities
- ✗Alcoholic beverages
- ✗Lunch
What to Bring
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Hotel pickup included
287 pickup locations available — or request your own hotel
Door-to-door service: your private driver collects you from any hotel, rental or address in Nice, Villefranche-sur-Mer or Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, from the cruise ports of Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer (at the tender pier exit), from Nice-Ville station, or from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport. Please enter your pickup address when booking. Cruise passengers: please share your ship name and all-aboard time so we can plan your return. Your driver waits with a name sign and contacts you by WhatsApp the day before to confirm the exact pickup time.
Good to know
- Guide languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Book at least
- 16 hour(s) before
- Ages
- Traveler 0–120
- Ticket
- Show your Viator voucher (mobile or printed) to your driver at pickup. Your driver will contact you by WhatsApp the day before to confirm the exact pickup time and place.
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour options
- Driver & Local Guide: Mercedes V-Class: Premium air-conditioned minivan for up to 6 travelers plus your guide. Licensed Local Guide: Monaco and Monte-Carlo with a licensed local guide in your language, plus your driver. Pickup included
- Private Sprinter Van with Local Guide for 8 to 14 Travelers: Mercedes Sprinter with a licensed local guide Pickup included
- Private Driver: Mercedes V-Class: Premium air-conditioned minivan for up to 7 travelers. Pickup included
- Private Sprinter Van for 8 to 15 Travelers: Mercedes Sprinter (16 seats): Spacious air-conditioned premium minibus for families and groups of 8 to 16 travelers. Pickup included
Itinerary
1.3 h
Explore the Rock, the historic heart of Monaco: the Prince's Palace, Monaco Cathedral where Princess Grace rests, and the picturesque lanes of the old town with views over Port Hercule.
45 min
Drive part of the legendary Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit and discover Casino Square, the Hotel de Paris and the glamour of Monte-Carlo.
25 min
Watch the Changing of the Guard in front of the Prince's Palace, held every day at 11:55am sharp; we position you in time for the best view.
30 min
Enjoy an aperitif on a reserved terrace facing the Casino before your return (drinks at your own expense).
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