You want to see Cannes without the bustle
Cannes is more than its red carpet. I show you Le Suquet old town with bay views, elegant La Croisette, the Palais des Festivals and film-festival chic, without crowds or rushing.
Private excursion · French Riviera
Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence in one day
Cannes glamour and its red carpet, Antibes's port character and Saint-Paul-de-Vence's artistic atmosphere: three Riviera faces in one varied itinerary.
8 hoursduration
driving + walkingformat
from €950price
Nicestarting town
About the itinerary
Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence excursion: a private itinerary
The Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence excursion is three towns in one day, with three different Riviera atmospheres.
Cannes brings glamour, the Palais des Festivals red carpet, the elegant Croisette with luxury boutiques and hotels, and Le Suquet old town overlooking the bay. Antibes is an old port with Europe's largest marina, Port Vauban, Vauban ramparts, a Provençal market and the Picasso Museum. Saint-Paul-de-Vence is a Provençal artists' village, where dozens of galleries sit beside cobbled lanes and mountain views. A private guide and premium transport let you see it all at a comfortable pace in one day. We can adapt the itinerary: more shopping time in Cannes, lunch overlooking Antibes harbour or an extra hour in Saint-Paul-de-Vence galleries.
Three towns, three atmospheres, one day. Cannes: glamour, the Palais des Festivals’ red carpet, boutiques and elegant La Croisette.
Antibes: port-town character, Europe’s largest yacht marina, old neighbourhoods and Cap d’Antibes, with pines above the sea. Saint-Paul-de-Vence: Provence’s artistic heart, with dozens of galleries and sunset light that brings artists from around the world. With a private guide, you do not just see places but understand their context: why a fishing village became a film capital, how Antibes evolved from Greek colony to yachting capital and why Chagall and Picasso were drawn to Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
Who it is for
Who this itinerary is for
You like variety in a single day
In eight hours, three sides of the Riviera: Cannes’ glamour, Antibes’ port-town character and Saint-Paul-de-Vence’s artistic soul. You do more than see three towns; you experience three different atmospheres.
Interested in cinema and festival culture
The Palais des Festivals, Walk of Fame and film legends’ handprints along the waterfront: Cannes breathes the history of world cinema. I share festival stories you will not find in guidebooks.
You want both glamour and authenticity
From La Croisette’s boutiques and hotels to Antibes’ fishing boats and Saint-Paul-de-Vence’s galleries. The contrast makes this one of the richest and most interesting itineraries.
What you will see
What you will see
Cannes: La Croisette
The famous 2.5-kilometre promenade, with palms, the Carlton hotel, Louis Vuitton and Dior boutiques, and the Mediterranean stretching to the horizon. You feel like a film star: white yachts, elegant cafés and the scent of sea and glamour. I explain how a fishing village became the world capital of cinema.
Palais des Festivals and the Walk of Fame
The legendary Palais des Festivals and its red carpet, home to the Cannes Film Festival and other world events. The Walk of Fame with handprints from Sophia Loren to Quentin Tarantino. Take a photograph on the steps like a world cinema star.
Le Suquet: Cannes’ old town
Cannes’ historic heart, on a hill overlooking the whole bay. Narrow cobbled lanes, Notre-Dame d’Espérance church, old stone houses and a panorama worth climbing for. The contrast with glamorous La Croisette below is striking.
Antibes: old town and harbour
The historic centre with 16th-century ramparts and Europe's largest marina, Port Vauban. Superyachts and fishing boats side by side, a Provençal produce market and the Picasso Museum in the Château Grimaldi. A genuine southern port town.
Cap d’Antibes
A panoramic stop on a cape with pine woods. Views of Juan-les-Pins Bay, the Estérel mountains and the endless Mediterranean. Exclusive villas and the legendary Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc hide among the pines, a place of special energy on the Riviera.
Saint-Paul-de-Vence: the day’s finale
One of France’s most beautiful villages. Dozens of galleries, cobbled streets, ivy on stone walls and mountain panoramas. Chagall, Picasso and Matisse sought inspiration here. At sunset, the village turns golden, a perfect end to a full day.
Programme · step by step
A suggested day's programme
Scroll through the programme and the map follows you: the stop lights up and the route extends. Click a map marker to jump to that stop.
Step 1itinerary
1
09:00
Cannes, La Croisette waterfront
A walk along the famous promenade: palms, sea, the Carlton hotel and boutiques. Photos at the Palais des Festivals and Walk of Stars. I tell the town's story, from fishing village to cinema capital.
2
10:30
Le Suquet
Climb to Cannes’ old town. Views across the bay and mountains, among the western coast’s finest. Narrow lanes, a church and an authentic atmosphere.
3
11:30
Antibes
A fifteen-minute drive along the coastal road. Old Town, fortified walls and Port Vauban. On market days, a stop at the Provençal market is essential.
4
13:00
Cap d’Antibes and lunch
A panoramic cape stop: pines, sea and villas. Then lunch in Antibes or along the way. I provide restaurant recommendations.
5
15:00
Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Arrive in the gallery village. A walk along ramparts, lanes and galleries. Free time for art and boutiques.
6
17:00
Return
Return to Nice or your town. An optional sunset stop.
Photo gallery
Three towns, three atmospheres
Transport and logistics
How the itinerary works
Premium transport with a driver all day. Route: Nice → Cannes (30–40 minutes) → Antibes (15 minutes) → Cap d'Antibes (10 minutes) → Saint-Paul-de-Vence (30 minutes) → Nice (25 minutes). Short drives with proper walks between them.
Total walking is 2–3 hours over the day, with rests in the car. Starting in Cannes changes the itinerary’s sequence: Cannes first, then the rest of the programme. Tell me your town and we will discuss the best order.
What the tour includes
What the price includes
Included
- Planning an itinerary through three towns around your priorities
- Private guiding throughout the eight-hour itinerary
- Historical and cultural context: Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence
- Premium transport with a driver for the full day
- Panoramic photo stops: La Croisette, Le Suquet, Cap d’Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence
- Personal gastronomic recommendations
What is paid for separately
- Lunch and drinks (I offer recommendations from cafés to gastronomic restaurants)
- Museum tickets: Picasso Museum in Antibes, around €8; Fondation Maeght, around €18
- Personal expenses: La Croisette boutiques, galleries and souvenirs
Tour on request
from €950
Per excursion. The price is calculated for your dates and group.
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Your guide
Your guide
My name is Kirill, and I help travellers discover the authentic taste of France — its wine, gastronomy and culture. My work goes beyond excursions and tours: it is a deep immersion in a region’s atmosphere, getting to know its traditions, history and people.
I was born in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, but have lived in France since the age of 13. This country has become my second home and a true source of inspiration. For 25 years, I have studied its culture and wine regions, turning that knowledge into my profession.
My education underpins my professionalism:
- Graduate of École du vin de Bordeaux — one of the world’s most prestigious wine schools
- Holder of the WSET 3 certificate — an international standard of qualification in wines and spirits
- Member of the Association of Sommeliers of France, reflecting my commitment to high standards of wine service
25+years in France
15+years in tourism
500+guests
Our guests’ voices
What travellers say
A wonderful itinerary through three towns with entirely different characters. Cannes impressed us with its elegance, Antibes with its authenticity, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence was magical. Our guide planned the day brilliantly: short journeys and enough time everywhere. Lunch in Antibes overlooking the harbour was one of the best of the holiday.
I booked with an emphasis on Cannes’s film history. Our guide shared plenty you cannot find online: festival stories, scandals and legends. Le Suquet was an unexpectedly authentic contrast to glamorous La Croisette. Saint-Paul-de-Vence at sunset was a fitting finale.
We travelled with teenagers and everyone enjoyed it. The children were impressed by the Palais des Festivals and red carpet, and Antibes’ yacht harbour. In Saint-Paul-de-Vence, even the teenagers forgot their phones and started photographing the lanes. An excellent family format.
I often visit the Riviera, but this tour showed me a new side of Cannes. Le Suquet, festival history and hidden photo spots: the guide knows the city like a resident. Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence are perfect additions. Recommended even for those who think they have seen everything.
A wonderful itinerary through three towns with entirely different characters. Cannes impressed us with its elegance, Antibes with its authenticity, and Saint-Paul-de-Vence was magical. Our guide planned the day brilliantly: short journeys and enough time everywhere. Lunch in Antibes overlooking the harbour was one of the best of the holiday.
I booked with an emphasis on Cannes’s film history. Our guide shared plenty you cannot find online: festival stories, scandals and legends. Le Suquet was an unexpectedly authentic contrast to glamorous La Croisette. Saint-Paul-de-Vence at sunset was a fitting finale.
We travelled with teenagers and everyone enjoyed it. The children were impressed by the Palais des Festivals and red carpet, and Antibes’ yacht harbour. In Saint-Paul-de-Vence, even the teenagers forgot their phones and started photographing the lanes. An excellent family format.
I often visit the Riviera, but this tour showed me a new side of Cannes. Le Suquet, festival history and hidden photo spots: the guide knows the city like a resident. Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence are perfect additions. Recommended even for those who think they have seen everything.
FAQ
Questions about this itinerary
Answers to the main questions before booking.
Can we go inside the Palais des Festivals?
On ordinary days, the lobby and some public areas are open. During festivals in May, June and September, access is restricted. Even outside, there is the red carpet, Walk of Fame and the atmosphere of world cinema. The place has a special magic for film lovers.
How long is the drive from Cannes to Antibes?
Around 15–20 minutes along the coastal road. The towns are very close, which is one reason the itinerary works so well: plenty of discoveries without tiring drives.
How does this itinerary differ from ‘Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence’?
This itinerary adds Cannes: La Croisette, the Palais des Festivals, the Walk of Stars and Le Suquet old town. It is an hour longer and gives a fuller picture of the western Riviera. If Cannes does not interest you, choose the shorter Antibes and Saint-Paul-de-Vence option.
When is the best time in terms of festivals?
The Cannes Film Festival is in May, Cannes Lions for advertising in June, and the Yachting Festival in September. Major events bring a special atmosphere but also more people and higher prices. For a relaxed tour, choose dates between festivals or the shoulder season, April or October.
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