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St Tropez, Nice & Monte Carlo by Rail

Eight-day Riviera escorted tour from St Raphael via rail and coach

Illustration of St Tropez, Nice & Monte Carlo by Rail

Leger Holidays operates this eight-day escorted rail and coach tour to the French Riviera, a timeless playground for those seeking seaside elegance and Mediterranean coastline. You depart London by Eurostar to Paris, then travel south on the TGV to St Raphael, where you base yourself for seven nights at the 4-star Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina overlooking the sea. Your Tour Manager accompanies you throughout. Days mix structured excursions and free time: Day 3 takes you by coach to the hilltop village of St Paul de Vence and then to Nice to stroll the Promenade des Anglais. Day 5 includes a train journey from St Raphael to Monte Carlo, where you may admire the casino and harbor. Day 7 visits St Tropez by coach for exploration of the old port and optional ascent to the citadel. The remaining days allow you to relax in St Raphael, explore nearby towns like Frejus, or enjoy the beach. This tour suits travelers seeking a guided, comfortable base with a mix of daily cultural outings and leisure time on the Riviera.

What to know before you look closer

  • The trip is based in one hotel for all seven nights; only one day (Day 5) includes a train excursion; the majority of sightseeing relies on coach transfers
  • Several days (Days 2, 4, 6) are unstructured free time in St Raphael; confirm your comfort with a single-location base before booking

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    Make your own way to London St. Pancras International where you will meet your friendly Tour Manager and board Eurostar to Paris. We then join the TGV connection to St Raphael. From here, we are transferred by coach to our hotel, where we check in for our seven-night stay.

  2. Day 2overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    Free Time in St Raphael

    Today is free for you to relax in our traditional Cote d'Azur resort. Situated between Cannes and St Tropez, St Raphael has many highlights, including the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Victoire, the picturesque old port and its bustling marina, pretty Belle Epoque buildings lining the seafront and a stunning coastline with sheltered bays and fine sandy beaches. This evening, we gather for dinner in the hotel's restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  3. Day 3overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    St Paul de Vence & Nice

    After breakfast at the hotel, we depart by coach for the village of St Paul de Vence. From here we continue to Nice, celebrated for its Promenade des Anglais. The old town is filled with historical monuments, including the Palais de Justice and the domed cathedral of Sainte-Reparate. We return to the hotel by coach later this afternoon, and the evening is free for you to dine at your leisure.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. Day 4overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    Free Time in St Raphael

    Take the opportunity to venture into the surrounding hills or explore one of the nearby quaint towns - Frejus is only a short walk away and is home to many Roman sites.

    Meals: Breakfast

  5. Day 5railovernight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    Monte Carlo

    This morning, we take the train from St Raphael Valescure station to Monte Carlo, a playground for the rich and famous and home to the renowned Grand Prix circuit and exquisite harbour. Admire the casino, stroll around the gardens, or, for a small cost, join a circular bus tour. This evening, we gather for dinner in the hotel's restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  6. Day 6overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    Free Time in St Raphael

    Today is free for you to relax or explore at leisure.

    Meals: Breakfast

  7. Day 7overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina

    St Tropez

    Our excursion today takes us by coach to St Tropez, taking in the coastal scenery along the way. Spend some time around Vieux Port and admire the luxury yachts, then explore La Ponche, the oldest and prettiest part of town. Walk up to the 16th-century citadel for fantastic views, or watch games of petanque beneath the plane trees in Place des Lices. This evening, we gather for our final dinner in the hotel's restaurant.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  8. Day 8rail

    We retrace our route to meet Eurostar for the return journey to London St. Pancras International. After arriving in London, you will make your own way home.

    Meals: Breakfast

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board Eurostar at London St Pancras International and travel to Paris, then join the TGV connection to St Raphael on the Riviera
  • Day 3Coach journey to the village of St Paul de Vence, then to Nice to walk the Promenade des Anglais and explore the old town cathedral
  • Day 5Train from St Raphael to Monte Carlo to view the casino, gardens, and harbor
  • Day 7Coach to St Tropez to wander the old harbor, walk to the 16th-century citadel for coastal views, or watch petanque games

Included

  • Return Eurostar from London St. Pancras International to Paris
  • Connecting rail journeys
  • 7 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • 3 evening meals including water, coffee and wine
  • Coach transfers for excursions
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The price includes return Eurostar from London St Pancras to Paris, the TGV from Paris to St Raphael, and a train excursion to Monte Carlo on Day 5
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Leger Holidays provides a Tour Manager throughout the trip
Where do we stay?
All seven nights are at the Best Western Plus Hotel La Marina in St Raphael, a 4-star hotel on the marina with sea views
What meals are included?
Continental breakfast daily, plus three evening meals in the hotel restaurant on Days 2, 5, and 7, including water, coffee, and wine
How much walking is involved?
The tour includes walking tours of villages and towns. Day 7 offers the option to walk up to a 16th-century citadel in St Tropez. Most sightseeing is by coach
What is not included?
Lunch meals, the optional circular bus tour in Monte Carlo, and travel to and from London St Pancras on Day 1 and Day 8

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