Nice & the French Riviera

15 Best Nice Boat Tours

This list sorts the boat trips leaving Nice, from one-hour coastal spins to full-day sails. Nearly everything departs from Port Lympia, the old port tucked behind Castle Hill. The classic route rounds the cape into Villefranche bay, one of the Mediterranean’s deepest natural harbours.

1.Nice: 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise to Villefranche Bay

Peering out over the stunning coastline of the French Riviera, this 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Nice to Villefranche Bay offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience its breathtaking beauty.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Great 1 hour trip to the bay. All the staff and the boat excellent. Good commentary about all the places where we visited. Would definitely recommend it.”

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2.From Nice: Round-Trip Transportation to Saint Tropez by Boat

Discover the ultimate way to reach Saint Tropez from Nice! Cruise along the stunning French Riviera, soak up the sun, and indulge in luxury with our unbeatable boat transportation.

★ 4.5

“A beautiful way to travel to Saint Tropez seeing the sights of Cannes and Saint Marguerite along the way. Saint Tropez was also just as beautiful with plenty of shops, restaurants to visit whilst there plus a swim in the sea.”

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4.Cannes: 2.5-Hour Esterel Calanques Boat Excursion

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty of Cannes' Esterel Calanques during this 2.5-hour boat excursion, where hidden coves and architectural landmarks await your discovery.

★ 4.8

“Absolutely amazing experience, one of the best mornings of my life. Swimming near the caves with all the beautiful blue water and fish was a dream. Damien our guide was so charming and fun! I’ll remember this forever.”

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5.Cannes: Round-Trip Boat Transfer to Saint Tropez

Experience the ultimate Mediterranean adventure with our round-trip boat transfer from Cannes to Saint Tropez. Explore this glamorous hotspot in style and make unforgettable memories!

★ 4.5

“The trip itself was amazing the best way to travel from Cannes to St Tropez. the information on board was funny and informative, not too much allowing you to relax. The queuing at St Tropez port was bordering on very dangerous, people were pushing from…”

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6.Nice: Mala Caves, Villefranche & Snorkeling Boat Tour

Dive into the mysterious depths of the Mediterranean on the 'Nice: Mala Caves, Villefranche & Snorkeling Boat Tour' and uncover a hidden secret that will leave you breathless.

★ 4.9

“Honestly this was an incredible experience the tour guide was super funny and welcoming the whole time. I definitely recommend going you definitely won’t regret it. 10/10 experience”

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8.Nice: Secret Riviera Boat Tour to Mala cave with Snorkeling

Discover the stunning French Riviera with a 2-hour boat tour from Nice, including snorkeling in Mala Cave, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, and Villefranche

★ 4.9

“Super fun, Captain Leo was a hoot. Great trip for Australians new to the Riveria. Bit tricky for folk with dicky knees etc but I managed to get on and off the boat with Leo's assistance and so did other fifty-somethings on board.”

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10.Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise

Experience the ultimate luxury on a half-day catamaran cruise in Cannes. Sail the sparkling Mediterranean waters, soak up the sun, and indulge in pure bliss.

★ 4.4

“Incredible! The perfect amount of time spent sailing, swimming and getting back to the dock. So much fun!”

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11.Nice: Sunset Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Boat Tour With Wine

Fulfill your dreams of luxury and relaxation with the 'Nice: Sunset Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Boat Tour With Wine,' where the French Riviera's beauty awaits - are you ready to sail into paradise?

★ 4.8

“Absolutely unforgettable sunset tour with Leo & Jean-Baptiste! What an incredible way to say goodbye to Nice. From start to finish it was pure joy, we laughed so much, spent ages swimming in the sea while we waited for the sunset sesh. The wine was…”

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12.From Nice: French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise

Hunt for hidden treasures beneath the waves on an exhilarating French Riviera Swimming and Snorkeling Cruise from Nice.

★ 4.5

“This was a lovely activity, we really enjoyed it. All was very well organised, safe but relaxed. All the staff were lovely and wanted to make sure we enjoyed it, they were careful around the environment too Thank you so much!”

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14.Nice: Mala Caves and Villefranche Boat Tour With Snorkeling

Keen to explore the French Riviera's natural wonders? Discover the Mala Caves and Villefranche-sur-Mer's vibrant marine life on this 2-hour boat tour with snorkeling.

★ 4.9

“I really loved it , in one word Amazing ⛵️ We had a really great time why ? 1. They speak both French and English 2. I loved the drive (for going was fasttt and I had really fun 🤩 because I love adventure and…”

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15.Nice to St Tropez Ferry Ticket and Cruise

Experience the luxury of sailing from Nice to St Tropez with our exclusive ferry ticket and cruise package. Book now for an unforgettable adventure on the French Riviera!

★ 4.0

“Great activity. Beautiful ship. Everything perfect. And the sightseeing experience is outstanding. The price is fair enough.”

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4.5Cannes: Half-Day Catamaran Cruise With Lunch4 hours$135 4.0Daytime or Sunset Catamaran Cruise From Cannes, Lunch Option3 hours (approx.)$109.24 4.9Nice: Parasailing Adventure With French Riviera Views1 day$88 5.0Relax, Sail for a Half-Day in the Bay of Cannes3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$623.07 4.5Half Day Guided Boat Tour to Mala Caves With Stop in Villefranche3 hours (approx.)$90.74 5.0Half-Day Sailboat Trip in the Bay of Cannes3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$157.28 4.3From Nice: Villefranche Bay Swimming & Snorkeling Boat Tour2 hours$58 4.4Full-Day Catamaran Cruise Departing From Cannes1 day$188 4.6Monaco: Sightseeing Boat Cruise$40 4.7Cannes: Scenic Coves RIB Boat Tour$64 5.0Cannes: Private Boat Trip to Lerins Islands & Cap D’antibes3 - 6 hours$342 5.0Discover the Lérins Islands and the Bay of Cannes by Private Boat4 hours (approx.)$120.94 4.5Boat Trip and Snorkeling in Villefranche – Sur – Mer2 hours (approx.)$72.41 4.9Nice: Monaco & Mala Caves Boat Trip With Snorkeling3 hours$100 5.0Private Boat Tour Cannes Lerins Islands6 hours (approx.)$349.97 5.0Monaco Mala Caves and Bay of Villefranche Boat Tour2 hours (approx.)$78.44 4.8From Cannes: Half-Day Sailboat Trip to the Lerins Islands3.5 hours$176 5.0Private Tour of Nice by Bike and Boat$372.12 4.9Cannes: Private Boat Tour to the Lérins Islands$672 5.0Classic Yacht Sailing in Cannes4 hours (approx.)$1,481.26 4.8Nice: Saint Jean Cap Ferrat Sunrise Boat Trip With Breakfast2 hours$76 4.5Sunset Bliss: Boat Excursion With Aperitif on French Riviera2 hours (approx.)$66.08 5.0Private sailing excursion & Provencal picnic5 to 6 hours (approx.)$138.17 5.0Nice: Private Evening Tour on Solar Powered Boat1.3 hours$172