Italian Markets and Menton: Ventimiglia, Sanremo
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Format
- Private tour
- Group
- up to 8 people
- Languages
- FR · EN · RU
About this tour
Cross the border for a morning and discover the Italian Riviera on a private tour. On the programme: the famous markets of Ventimiglia and Sanremo, home of the Italian song festival, then the return via Menton, nicknamed “the pearl of France”.
In Sanremo, you will discover the Casino, a fine example of the Liberty style, the Ariston Theatre, known throughout Italy for its festival, and the Corso Imperatrice promenade. Its palm trees were a gift from Empress Maria Alexandrovna, wife of Tsar Alexander II, who loved to spend the winter on this coast: Sanremo has always been a favourite destination for Russian travellers.
The markets are the highlight of the tour: leather goods, textiles, Italian products, fruit and vegetables, cheeses and cured meats. On the way back, stop in Menton for its colourful old town, the Basilica of Saint-Michel and the seafront, a stone’s throw from the border.
Practical information
- Market day in Ventimiglia: Friday
- ID recommended for crossing into Italy
- Ideally, book on a market day
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Departure from Nice
Pick-up at 8:30 am, drive via the motorway or the Basse Corniche
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Stop 2
Ventimiglia or Sanremo
Free time at the market depending on the day of your tour
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Stop 3
Sanremo
Casino, Ariston Theatre, Corso Imperatrice and the old town of La Pigna
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Stop 4
Menton
Old town, Basilica of Saint-Michel, seafront
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Stop 5
Return
Back at your hotel in the early afternoon
What’s included
- Air-conditioned premium vehicle with private chauffeur
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, villa or port (Nice and surroundings)
- Itinerary and pace tailored to your wishes
- Water on board
- Museum and monument entrance fees
- Meals, drinks and tastings
- Official licensed guide (on request)
- Tips
Frequently asked questions
Which days are the markets held?
The big Ventimiglia market is held on Fridays; Sanremo also has its weekly market. Tell us your date and we will adapt the itinerary to that day’s market.
Do I need a passport?
Yes: valid ID (identity card or passport) is required to cross into Italy.
Is the price per person?
No, the price is per vehicle: sedan for up to 3 passengers, van for up to 8 passengers.
Can we change the itinerary?
Yes. The tour is private: you can add a stop, stay longer somewhere or swap a stop.
Where do you depart from?
From your hotel, villa, a port or a cruise terminal; the stated departure point is Nice, other locations are possible on request.
How do I change or cancel?
Contact us by phone, WhatsApp or e-mail: we will adapt your booking to your new plans.
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