MARSEILLE, ANTIBES and NICE
FAM TRIP
From December 7th to 13th 2025
SUMMARY of the ITINERARY
Sunday, December 7th
MARSEILLE
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5:30PM Arrival at Marseille-Provence International Airport & transfer to your hotel Grand Hôtel Beauvau Marseille Vieux-Port - Free time
Monday, December 8th
MARSEILLE
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09:10AM Walking tour on the old port to visit the traditional fish market
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09:45AM Visit of the Joliette district and the sky center in La Marseillaise’s building
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11:00AM Visit of the Maison Yellow by Pernod Ricard and create your own cocktail with pastis
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12:15PM Visit of the Intercontinental 5* hotel in the Panier district
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Lunch
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2:45PM Visit of the Mucem Museum, National Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations withs its gardens and its spectacular architecture in front of the sea
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3:40PM Visit of the Cosquer prehistoric cave replica
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4:45PM Guided and walking tour in the oldest district of France: “Le Panier” with its monuments and local crafts shops passing through the Christmas market
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6:00PM Back to the hotel
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7:20PM By foot to have dinner in the city center
Tuesday, December 9th
MARSEILLE – ANTIBES
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9:15AM Boat ride to If Castle (depending on the weather)
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9:35AM Visit of the Castle, the prison of the count of Monte Cristo, national monument
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11:00AM Back to the harbor
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11:10AM By bus to the basilica Notre-Dame de la Garde, symbol of Marseille
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12:10PM Lunch and departure to Antibes
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Arrive in the sun-kissed Antibes Juan-les-Pins from Marseille and settle in at the charming Hotel & Spa 1932 MGallery. Take a moment to relax and soak in the elegant atmosphere before your first evening out.
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7:30PM Enjoy a delightful dinner at La Rotonde, where Provençal flavors meet cozy sophistication.
Wednesday, December 10th
ANTIBES
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Start your day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, preparing for a day of discovery and indulgence.
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10:00AM Explore the 1932 MGallery Hotel & Spa during a guided site inspection.
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11:00AM Embark on a scenic bus tour of the Cap d’Antibes, with a stop at the iconic Lighthouse and the Chapelle de La Garoupe, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the coast.
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12:00AM Savor a relaxed lunch at La Maison de Bâcon (TBC).
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1:30AM Transfer to Hotel & Spa La Villa du Port d’Antibes and check in.
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2:00AM Discover the charm of the hotel during a guided site inspection.
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3:00AM Get into the festive spirit with a hands-on “Make Your Own Bûche” Christmas cake workshop, led by the talented Chef Nicolas Dolbeau (TBC).
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7:30PM Cap off the day with dinner at Ferni, a local favorite offering a taste of refined Mediterranean cuisine.
Thursday, December 11th
ANTIBES - NICE
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Awaken to a delicious breakfast at your hotel before stepping into the heart of historic Antibes.
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9:30PM Join a guided walking tour of Antibes Old Town. Stroll through charming streets filled with artisan shops, enjoy spectacular views over the harbour, and uncover hidden treasures. Visit the Picasso Museum, the very first dedicated to the master, and wander through the Provençal market. Don’t miss the two secret gems: the speakeasy-style Absinth Bar and Chartreuse Bar.
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12:30PM Enjoy lunch in the Old Town at Le Safranier, led by a former chef of the legendary Eden Roc (TBC).
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2:30PM Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of the annual Christmas Market, featuring a rich array of crafts, local delicacies, and fine wines.
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4:00PM Sit back and relax as you transfer by bus from Antibes to Nice, taking with you memories of a magical winter escape.
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Arrival at the Hôtel La Pérouse Nice 4*. Meet Savita from the Nice Côte d’Azur Tourism Board. Checking and Free time. Above the Promenade des Anglais and nestled against the Colline du Château of Nice, the Hotel La Pérouse offers the most spectacular view over the Mediterranean. Hôtel La Pérouse Nice 4* (11 Quai Rauba Capeu)
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5:30 pm: Site inspection of the hotel, followed by an aperitive and a dinner at the Hôtel La Pérouse. Overnight stay.
Friday, December 12th
NICE
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9:00 AM (bring comfortable shoes for walking!) meet Savita in the lobby of the La Pérouse Nice Hotel 4*. Meet a local guide for an immersive visit of Nice (Old Town and Castle Hill) and degustations of local specialties with our partner Heaven Travel, incoming agency in Nice.
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11:30 AM site inspection of Hôtel du Couvent – a Luxury Collection Hotel 5* (1 Rue Honoré Ugo) followed by a lunch onsite. Located in the heart of the old town, out of sight and a stone’s throw from Italy, a convent with a lush garden… A haven of peace and simplicity.
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2:00 pm: transfer from Nice to Beaulieu-sur-Mer
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2:30 pm: discovering Beaulieu-sur-Mer with our colleagues from the Tourism Board of Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Program:
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Starting at Place Marinioni,
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Down Rue du Marché to Hôtel La Réserve 5*
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Then on to the Casino, passing the Bristol and Tennis to introduce the Rotonde, before going to visit the Circé Restaurant
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3:15 pm: transfer from the Circé Restaurant (Beaulieu-sur-Mer) to the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild located in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Located between Nice and Monaco and overlooking the Mediterranean, the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is a magnificent palace surrounded by nine themed gardens: a French garden, Spanish garden, Florentine Garden, stone garden, Japanese garden, exotic garden, Provençal Garden, and a rose garden. A true invitation to travel! Visit of the Villa with audio guides.
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4:45 pm: transfer back to the hotel in Nice. Free time.
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6:30 pm: Savor an unforgettable wine tasting experience with Vino Margaux, set in a charming artist’s gallery nestled in the heart of the old town.
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Vino Margaux - 14 Rue Droite - 06300 Nice
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7 :45 pm: dinner chez Acchiardo, restaurant with the Cuisine Nissarde Label. Each year, this precious label rewards restaurants, snack bars a takeways for their quality and respect for traditional recipes: pan bagnats, raviolis à la daube, salade niçoise, pissaladière, petits farçis…
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10:00 pm: walk back to the hotel. Overnight stay
Saturday, December 13th
End of the fam trip. Transfer from the hotel to the Airport.
