Liguria in a day by limousine, from Nice

From Nice, Italy is very close. In a single day, you go from the French Riviera to Liguria: colourful markets, medieval lanes, gardens and Italian cuisine. With a private chauffeur, the excursion is enjoyed without maps, without parking and without set timetables.

Morning: Menton, then the border

Menton, the lemon town

The first stop, on the French side. The old town, its ochre façades and its basilica overlook the sea. A short stroll is enough to capture its charm. Our page private chauffeur Nice – Menton also covers this journey on its own.

Ventimiglia and its market

Just across the border, Ventimiglia is known for its large weekly Friday market. Clothing, leather goods, local produce: the atmosphere is lively. The old town, on the hill, offers a calmer contrast. More details on the page private chauffeur Nice – Ventimiglia.

Lunchtime: the Ligurian table

Focaccia, pasta with pesto, catch of the day: the region’s cuisine deserves a proper break. Your chauffeur can recommend a restaurant or drop you at the one you have chosen.

After lunch, on to Sanremo

Sanremo, nicknamed the city of flowers, charms with its Belle Époque casino, its hilltop old town known as La Pigna and its lively seafront. Shoppers love its retail streets. Discover the page private chauffeur Nice – Sanremo.

On the way back, a stop at the Hanbury botanical gardens, near the border, rounds off the day for nature lovers.

The case for a limousine

• The itinerary is built with you, and adapts along the way.
• No parking to find in very busy towns.
• Your purchases stay in the boot during visits.
• You can enjoy a glass of wine at lunch.

The vehicle remains at your disposal all day: a Mercedes saloon for a couple, a V-Class van for a family or friends.

Advice from our chauffeurs

To enjoy the Ventimiglia market, plan the excursion on a Friday and set off early. Take an identity document to cross the border. Wear comfortable shoes for the steep old towns.

A variation: the Ligurian hinterland

If you already know the coast, the Italian hinterland offers another side of the region. A few kilometres from the sea, Dolceacqua, with its medieval bridge and castle, is one of the most photographed villages in Liguria. Its stone lanes and wine cellars invite you to wander.

Further on, Apricale and Bussana Vecchia round off a day devoted to hilltop villages. The chauffeur adapts the route to your pace and interests.

A tailor-made day

For shopping enthusiasts

The Ventimiglia market in the morning, then the boutiques of Sanremo in the afternoon: the day is built around shopping, and the boot holds everything you bring back.

For food lovers

Olive oil, fresh pasta, regional wines: each village has its specialities. The chauffeur can plan stops at the producers you would like to discover.

For families

A shorter day, with a beach break and an Italian ice cream, suits children well. The air-conditioned vehicle makes the journeys pleasant in high summer.

A gentle return

In the late afternoon, the chauffeur brings you back to your hotel or residence on the French Riviera. You return with your memories, without having driven or searched for your way.

In summary

The Italian Riviera is one of the finest getaways from Nice. With a chauffeur, the day becomes a carefree discovery. Book on our booking page or describe your plans to us on WhatsApp, and we will send you a quote.