France, Italy · Shopping

Private Day Trip: Italian Riviera Markets (San Remo) & Menton

8 Hours Round trip from Menton Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Browse the famous open-air market in San Remo
  • 02 Shop for Italian leather goods, bags, belts, and fashion
  • 03 Enjoy free time in San Remo’s old town for espresso or lunch
  • 04 Stroll Menton’s pastel-colored Old Town and promenade
  • 05 Visit La Turbie and see the Trophy of Augustus
  • 06 Take in panoramic views over the Riviera coastline
  • 07 Private day trip with driver-guide and transport included

Cross the French-Italian border for a private day trip that blends shopping, seaside charm, and history along the Riviera. Browse the famous market in San Remo, enjoy time in the old town for an espresso or lunch, then return via elegant Menton with its pastel facades, lemon-scented atmosphere, and waterfront promenade.

Your journey also includes a stop in La Turbie, where the Trophy of Augustus and sweeping coastal views add a historic highlight to the day. With private transport included, this 8-hour experience offers a relaxed way to discover the cultural mix of the Italian and French Riviera.

This ancient village perched on the cliff offers one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the entire coastline below.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities San Remo, Menton
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

San Remo

Welcome to Italy! Explore the lively streets and the famous market of San Remo. It's the perfect place to shop for Italian leather bags, belts, and clothes at great prices. Take your time to enjoy an authentic Espresso or a delicious Italian lunch in the old town.

Menton

Discover the "Pearl of France". Famous for its pastel-colored architecture and lemon groves, Menton feels like a separate world. Wander through the medieval lanes of the Old Town and enjoy the sea breeze on the promenade.

La Turbie

Discover the grandeur of the Roman Empire at the "Trophy of Augustus". This ancient village perched on the cliff offers one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the entire coastline below.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Menton 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Included in your standard experience :

  • Professional Driver-Guide (Chauffeur-Guide)
  • Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned Standard Van
  • Bottled water provided on board

Optional upgrades available during booking :

  • Premium Mercedes-Benz vehicle
  • Official State-Licensed Guide (French, German, Japanese, etc.)
  • Private multilingual guide options

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Admission tickets to monuments or museums
  • Gratuities (optional but appreciated)

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Valid ID or Passport required (Monaco border checks).
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Menton, FR
Tour start
Menton, FR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Menton.

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