Nice and Cannes
Explore the glamorous Côte d'Azur in the south of France with its glittering Mediterranean coastline. From beaches to boutiques, and the exclusive Principality of Monaco, the French Riviera is the perfect holiday destination. Spend 3 nights in Nice and 3 nights in Cannes, with train travel between the cities, and a day trip to Monaco.
Holidays can be tailor-made for you to include different hotels, lengths of stay, departure dates and additional cities. Please call for details.
| Choose your holiday below: | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Night Holiday By Rail | from £579 | |
| 6 Night Holiday By Air + Rail | from £609 | |
| 6 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail | from £669 | |
| 6 Night Luxury Holiday By Rail | from £1109 |
Itinerary - 6 Night Holiday By Rail
Days 1-4 - Nice
Travel from London to Paris or Lille by Eurostar. In Paris transfer onto the TGV to Nice. Check-in at the Mercure Nice Grimaldi.
The Mercure Nice Grimaldi Hotel is a contemporary hotel set behind a historic façade. The hotel has 84 comfortable bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms. The hotel has a solarium on the 7th floor. The hotel is located on a pedestrian street in the centre of Nice, a short walk from Promenade des Anglais.
Day 3, Monaco - enjoy a day trip to Monaco, only 20 minutes by train from Nice.
Day 4, take the train from Nice to Cannes (30 minute journey).
Days 4-7 - Cannes
On arrival in Cannes check-in at the Croisette Beach Hotel.
The Croisette Beach Hotel in Cannes is a modern hotel with 94 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a restaurant at the beach (summer only), a private beach (extra charge applies), a pleasant bar with small garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is in the centre of Cannes, a short walk from La Croisette and Rue Antibes, and a 2 minute walk from the beach.
Day 7 - Cannes to London
Day 7, travel from Cannes to Paris or Lille on TGV, then transfer onto Eurostar back to London.
Nice
Nice is the capital of the Riveria, wander along the famous beachside Promenade des Anglais, or explore the tiny winding streets of the Old Town area. Visit Nice's art museums, or just relax in the sun at a pavement café.
Cannes
Cannes is world famous for its annual film festival, and the gathering of celebrities that arrive for the presentation of the "Palme d'Or" every May. Visit Cannes to explore the streets of the old town and admire the view from the top of Le Suquet, or wander along La Croisette, window shopping and people watching!
Monaco
Monaco is an independent principality, ruled by the Grimaldi family. At the centre of Monaco is Monte-Carlo with its famous casino or admire huge yachts in the Port de Monaco. Explore the Royal Palace overlooking the port, or follow the streets of the famous road race course.
Mercure Nice Grimaldi 
The Mercure Nice Grimaldi Hotel is a contemporary hotel set behind a historic façade. The hotel has 84 comfortable bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms. The hotel has a solarium on the 7th floor. The hotel is located on a pedestrian street in the centre of Nice, a short walk from Promenade des Anglais.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Croisette Beach Hotel 
The Croisette Beach Hotel in Cannes is a modern hotel with 94 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a restaurant at the beach (summer only), a private beach (extra charge applies), a pleasant bar with small garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is in the centre of Cannes, a short walk from La Croisette and Rue Antibes, and a 2 minute walk from the beach.
Please note: there are building works in the area of the hotel until March 2010.
Hotel Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Room Service
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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6 Night Holiday By Rail
This package includes return Eurostar and onward TGV train travel to France, train transfers between Nice, Cannes and Monaco and 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast. Prices based on 2 people travelling and sharing a twin or double bedroom.
Price per person for 6 night holiday:
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More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Itinerary - 6 Night Holiday By Air + Rail
Days 1-4 - Nice
Travel from London to Nice with British Airways in Euro Traveller Class. In Nice check in at the Mercure Nice Grimaldi.
The Mercure Nice Grimaldi Hotel is a contemporary hotel set behind a historic façade. The hotel has 84 comfortable bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms. The hotel has a solarium on the 7th floor. The hotel is located on a pedestrian street in the centre of Nice, a short walk from Promenade des Anglais.
Day 3, Monaco - enjoy a day trip to Monaco, only 20 minutes by train from Nice.
Day 4, take the train from Nice to Cannes (30 minute journey).
Days 4-7 - Cannes
On arrival in Cannes check in at the Croisette Beach Hotel.
The Croisette Beach Hotel in Cannes is a modern hotel with 94 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a restaurant at the beach (summer only), a private beach (extra charge applies), a pleasant bar with small garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is in the centre of Cannes, a short walk from La Croisette and Rue Antibes, and a 2 minute walk from the beach.
Day 7 - Cannes to London
Day 7, travel from Cannes to Paris or Lille on TGV, then transfer onto Eurostar back to London.
Nice
Nice is the capital of the Riveria, wander along the famous beachside Promenade des Anglais, or explore the tiny winding streets of the Old Town area. Visit Nice's art museums, or just relax in the sun at a pavement café.
Cannes
Cannes is world famous for its annual film festival, and the gathering of celebrities that arrive for the presentation of the "Palme d'Or" every May. Visit Cannes to explore the streets of the old town and admire the view from the top of Le Suquet, or wander along La Croisette, window shopping and people watching!
Monaco
Monaco is an independent principality, ruled by the Grimaldi family. At the centre of Monaco is Monte-Carlo with its famous casino or admire huge yachts in the Port de Monaco. Explore the Royal Palace overlooking the port, or follow the streets of the famous road race course.
Mercure Nice Grimaldi
The Mercure Nice Grimaldi Hotel is a contemporary hotel set behind a historic façade. The hotel has 84 comfortable bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms. The hotel has a solarium on the 7th floor. The hotel is located on a pedestrian street in the centre of Nice, a short walk from Promenade des Anglais.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Croisette Beach Hotel
The Croisette Beach Hotel in Cannes is a modern hotel with 94 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a restaurant at the beach (summer only), a private beach (extra charge applies), a pleasant bar with small garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is in the centre of Cannes, a short walk from La Croisette and Rue Antibes, and a 2 minute walk from the beach.
Please note: there are building works in the area of the hotel until March 2010.
Hotel Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Room Service
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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Croisette Beach Hotel
“ Good option for the budget conscious. Quiet but next to the sea. Good sized rooms - go for a balcony upgrade ”
Richard - Sep 2008
6 Night Holiday By Air + Rail
This package includes British Airways Euro Traveller flight from London to Nice, train trasnfer from Nice to Cannes (in First Class), train transfers between Nice, Cannes and Monaco and 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast, and TGV train travel from Nice to Paris, with Eurostar from Paris to London. Prices based on 2 people travelling and sharing a twin or double bedroom.
Price per person for 6 night holiday:
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JanuaryOn
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FebruaryOn
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More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats and British Airways Euro Traveller flights. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Holidays including flights are operated by our sister company Travel Definitions Limited which is ATOL protected, number 9040.
Itinerary - 6 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail
Days 1-4 - Cannes
Travel from London to Paris by Eurostar, then transfer onto the TGV train to Hotel Canberra.
The Hotel Canberra is a contemporary hotel with 35 bedrooms. The hotel has recently been renovated and features a stylish bar and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is in the centre of Cannes, on Rue d'Antibes, close to the beach and the Croisette.
Day 4, take the train from Cannes to Nice (30 minutes).
Days 4-7 - Nice
Check in at your hotel the Ellington Hotel.
The Ellington Hotel in Nice is a newly refurbished hotel with 119 bedrooms and suites. The hotel has a cosy library, a bar and a patio. The hotel is in the centre of Nice, a short walk from Promenade des Anglais, and the old town area.
Day 6, Monaco enjoy a day trip to Monaco just 20 minutes by train from Nice.
Day 7 - Nice to London
Day 7, take the TGV to Paris, then transfer onto Eurostar back to London, Ebbsfleet or Ashford.
Nice
Nice is the capital of the Riveria, wander along the famous beachside Promenade des Anglais, or explore the tiny winding streets of the Old Town area. Visit Nice's art museums, or just relax in the sun at a pavement café.
Cannes
Cannes is world famous for its annual film festival, and the gathering of celebrities that arrive for the presentation of the "Palme d'Or" every May. Visit Cannes to explore the streets of the old town and admire the view from the top of Le Suquet, or wander along La Croisette, window shopping and people watching!
Monaco
Monaco is an independent principality, ruled by the Grimaldi family. At the centre of Monaco is Monte-Carlo with its famous casino or admire huge yachts in the Port de Monaco. Explore the Royal Palace overlooking the port, or follow the streets of the famous road race course.
Hotel Canberra
The Hotel Canberra is a contemporary hotel with 35 bedrooms. The hotel has recently been renovated and features a stylish bar and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is in the centre of Cannes, on Rue d'Antibes, close to the beach and the Croisette.
Please note: This hotel has a non-smoking policy.
Hotel Facilities
- Lift
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Room Service
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Ellington Hotel
The Ellington Hotel in Nice is a newly refurbished hotel with 119 bedrooms and suites. The hotel has a cosy library, a bar and a patio. The hotel is in the centre of Nice, a short walk from Promenade des Anglais, and the old town area.
Hotel Facilities
- Bar
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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Ellington Hotel
“ Comfortable centrally located hotel within 10 minutes of the Promenade des Anglais and close to the station. The delightful courtyard terrace is a perfect place to enjoy breakfast! ”
Dominic - Nov 2009
6 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail
This package includes return Eurostar and onward TGV train travel to France, train transfers between Nice, Cannes and Monaco and 6 nights 4* hotel accommodation with breakfast. Prices are subject to availability and based on 2 people travelling and sharing a twin or double bedroom.
Price per person for 6 night holiday:
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Augustfrom
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Septemberfrom
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£669 -
NovemberOn
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DecemberOn
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JanuaryOn
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FebruaryOn
Request
More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Supplements apply: 15-19 Mar 2010, 11-15 Apr 2010, 12-22 May 2010, 20-25 Jun 2010, 9-13 Sep 2010, 4-8 Oct 2010, 18-22 Oct 2010.
Limited availability: 20-23 May 2010.
Itinerary - 6 Night Luxury Holiday By Rail
Days 1-4 - Cannes
Travel from London to Paris by Eurostar in First Class (Leisure Select). In Paris transfer onto the First Class TGV to Cannes, journey time 5 hours 15 minutes. Check in at the luxurious Le Grand Hotel Cannes.
Le Grand Hotel Cannes is a fully renovated hotel, set back in its own quiet gardens on Cannes' prestigious La Croisette and with its own private beach, pier and bar. The hotel is on La Croisette in the centre of Cannes, only 800 metres from Cannes' train station.
Day 4, take the train from Cannes to Nice (30 minute journey).
Days 4-7 - Nice
Check in at the luxury Palais de La Mediterranee Nice.
The Palais de la Mediterranée is a stunning art deco style hotel on Promenade des Anglais with a terrace overlooking Baie des Anges.
Day 6, Monaco - enjoy a day trip with First Class train travel to Monaco, only 20 minutes by train from Nice.
Day 7 - Nice to London
Day 7, travel from Nice to Paris or Lille on First Class TGV, then transfer on Leisure Select (First Class) Eurostar back to London.
Nice
Nice is the capital of the Riveria, wander along the famous beachside Promenade des Anglais, or explore the tiny winding streets of the Old Town area. Visit Nice's art museums, or just relax in the sun at a pavement café.
Cannes
Cannes is world famous for its annual film festival, and the gathering of celebrities that arrive for the presentation of the "Palme d'Or" every May. Visit Cannes to explore the streets of the old town and admire the view from the top of Le Suquet, or wander along La Croisette, window shopping and people watching!
Monaco
Monaco is an independent principality, ruled by the Grimaldi family. At the centre of Monaco is Monte-Carlo with its famous casino or admire huge yachts in the Port de Monaco. Explore the Royal Palace overlooking the port, or follow the streets of the famous road race course.
Le Grand Hotel Cannes
Le Grand Hotel Cannes is a fully renovated top class 4* hotel, set back in its own quiet gardens on Cannes' prestigious La Croisette and with its own private beach, pier and bar (12 euros pp per day). The bedrooms are spacious, light and quiet, and have been classily renovated in a 1970s style. The hotel is on La Croisette in the centre of Cannes.
Hotel Facilities
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Concierge
- Laundry
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Palais de La Mediterranee Nice 
The Palais de la Mediterranée was built in 1929 and includes 188 art deco style bedrooms. The hotel has a terrace overlooking the Baie des Anges, and a heated swimming pool (open all year). It is located on Promenade de Anglais and offers excellent access to Nice's main sights and attractions, and beaches.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Fitness Centre
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Concierge
- Steam Room
- Non-smoking Floors
- Wheelchair Accessible
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Pay TV
- Room Service
- Bathrobe
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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Le Grand Hotel Cannes
“ A top 4* in Cannes and my personal favourite. Classy retro 70's style with a personal touch. Sea view rooms a must ”
Richard - Sep 2008
6 Night Luxury Holiday By Rail
This package includes return Leisure Select (First Class) Eurostar and onward First Class TGV train travel to France, train transfers between Nice, Cannes and Monaco and 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast. Prices based on 2 people travelling and sharing a twin or double bedroom.
Price per person for 6 night holiday:
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£1109 -
Junefrom
£1109 -
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£1109 -
Augustfrom
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Septemberfrom
£1109 -
Octoberfrom
£1109 -
NovemberOn
Request -
DecemberOn
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JanuaryOn
Request -
FebruaryOn
Request
More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Supplements apply: 5-7 Sep 2010.
Minimum 3 night stay: 15 Aug 2010, 31 Dec 2010.
Minimum 2 night stay: 2-4 Apr 2010, 14 Jul 2010.
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Croisette Beach Hotel
“ Good option for the budget conscious. Quiet but next to the sea. Good sized rooms - go for a balcony upgrade ”
Richard - Sep 2008