Italian Riviera, Monte Carlo & Nice Inclusive

One of Europe's most glamorous holiday destinations, the beautiful coastline that stretches west along France's Côte d'Azur and over the border into Italy is the perfect backdrop for an elegant and relaxing getaway. A millionaire's playground with glittering marinas, coiffured cliff-top villas and exclusive resorts, we spend time in scenic Diano Marina, pretty Imperia and have time to experience the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo, famous for its casino. It's sure to be a break to remember!What's Included?
Includes- Return coach travel & ferry crossings- First & last night on a bed & breakfast basis in France (last night with a light evening meal)- 6 nights at the Kristall Hotel, Diano Marina with dinner & breakfast (includes one candlelit dinner with sparkling wine)- Free bar (7pm-10pm) on local Italian brands (spirits, beer, wine & soft drinks)- Wine & water with dinner in Italy- Free tea & coffee all day in Italy- Live music one evening- Excursions to Imperia, Monaco, Monte Carlo & NiceOptional excursion to Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure (£28pp)

Itinerary
Day 1Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.Day 2Continue to our hotel in Diano Marina.Day 3 - ImperiaWe spend a few hours in the pretty town of Imperia, renowned for its cultivation of olives and flowers. Shady trees and ancient buildings line the cobbled streets while the Old Town has many interesting shops that sell antiques, handicrafts and locally-made artefacts.Day 4 - Day at leisureWe enjoy a day of leisure in Diano Marina, where it's market day - the perfect opportunity to browse for souvenirs and gifts.Day 5 - Optional excursion to Santa Margherita Ligure & Portofino (£28pp)On our optional excursion, we join a boat trip from Santa Margherita Ligure, a lovely port town with a castle and 13th-century basilica, to Italy's most sophisticated resort, Portofino. Famed for its picturesque harbour crammed with expensive yachts and lined with pastel-coloured houses, it also boasts a medieval castle perched on a hill above the town.Day 6 - Monaco & Monte CarloWe head to the tiny principality of Monaco, the well-known residential area of Monte Carlo. Home to a historic casino, and many rich-and-famous residents, Monaco is less than a square mile in size but brims with glitz and glamour! There's much to explore including a bustling marina, a stunning royal palace and fantastic shops.Day 7 - NiceWe spend the day in the picturesque coastal city of Nice. Set on a beautiful bay, this lovely resort offers a pretty seafront promenade, atmospheric Old Town and plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants.Day 8Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.Day 9Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.

Monaco & Monte Carlo
Enjoy the fashionable resorts of Monaco and Monte Carlo with a picturesque harbour and glamorous yachts, beautiful Royal Palace and famous Casino Square. During our free time in glittering Monaco sit back, relax and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of this spectacular Riviera resort. Monte Carlo is situated on a prominent escarpment at the base of the Maritime Alps along the French Riviera. Near the western end of the quarter is the world-famous Place du Casino, the gambling centre. The eastern part of the quarter includes the community of Larvotto with Monaco's only public beach.Monte CarloWorld famous as a place of glitz and glamour, Monte Carlo attracts the rich and famous, and the super rich (!) due to its favourable tax laws and fabulous position on the sophisticated Mediterranean coast, in easy reach of Cannes, Nice and St. Tropez. nnResidents include the likes of Bono, Lewis Hamilton and Roger Moore as well as the ruling Grimaldi family who live in the Palace of Monaco high above Monte Carlo marina.See more.

Nice
Located on the stunning French Riviera, the city of Nice is renowned for its beautiful beaches, azure waters and year-round sunshine. Take the chance to wander along the iconic seafront, the Promenade des Anglais, venture up to Castle Hill for incredible views over Old Nice and the port, or treat yourself to some traditional French specialties in one of the many cafés.Hotel Hotel
We will stay at one of two JG3 rated hotels in Diano Marina.Kristall Hotel, Diano MarinaJG3 ratingThe comfortable Hotel Kristall is conveniently located within walking distance of the beach in Diano Marina. The en-suite rooms offer satellite TV and a balcony while the hotel's other features include a restaurant, bar and an outdoor swimming pool.Nettuno Hotel, Diano MarinaJG3 ratingNestled in the picturesque town of Diano Marina, the Nettuno Hotel offers stunning sea views, comfortable accommodations, and friendly service. The en-suite rooms feature a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee-making facilities while the hotel's other facilities include a restaurant and a bar.Hotel RatingJG3 ratingHotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.