Scenic Ocean Cruises371M300527.1
French Riviera, Corsica and Monaco Grand Prix
Date
2027-05-30
Duration
10 nights
Departure Port
Nice
France
Arrival Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Rating
Ultra Luxury
Theme
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Date
2027-05-30
Duration
10 nights
Departure Port
Nice
France
Arrival Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Rating
Ultra Luxury
Theme
—
Scenic Ocean Cruises
—
—
16,500 GT
228
114
172
551 m
22 m
17 knots
No
The port of Nice is a vibrant gateway to the French Riviera, offering a rich tapestry of history, stunning architecture, and delectable local cuisine. Must-do experiences include savoring local specialties at the bustling Cours Saleya Market and exploring the charming streets of Vieux Nice. The best time to visit is during the spring and early fall when the weather is mild and the city is alive with cultural festivities.
Founded by Greek sailors in 600 BC, Marseille is France's oldest and most viscerally alive city — a Mediterranean port where the catch is still sold from fishing boat decks at the Vieux-Port each morning beneath the golden Madonna of Notre-Dame de la Garde, gleaming on her basilica above the city. The bouillabaisse served at harbourside institutions such as Chez Fonfon is not merely a dish but a rite, its saffron-stained broth tying Marseille to its Hellenic roots. Explore the dramatic Calanques national park, a coastal labyrinth of turquoise coves just south of the city. Spring and autumn are the finest seasons.
Saint-Tropez is the legendary Côte d'Azur fishing port turned global glamour destination, where Provençal authenticity endures beneath the mythology of yachts and celebrities. Must-dos include browsing the Musée de l'Annonciade's Fauvist masterpieces, tasting tarte tropézienne and fresh-caught rouget, and strolling the Sentier du Littoral coastal path to hidden coves. May through June and September through October offer the best weather with fewer crowds.
Cannes, transformed from a sleepy Provençal fishing village into the Riviera's most glamorous resort by an English lord's chance quarantine in 1834, and immortalized by the Film Festival since 1946, remains the French Riviera's most theatrical stage — where La Croisette's curved promenade of Art Deco palaces, private beach clubs, and Palme d'Or dreams meets the quiet authenticity of the Suquet hilltop quarter above the old port. For shopping, the Marché Forville bursts with Provençal produce, truffle vendors, and cut flowers each morning; for dining, the restaurants of the old port district offer bouillabaisse and socca that need no red-carpet backdrop. Visit in spring or September; Nice is twenty minutes by rail and Monaco thirty.
Antibes is a captivating Provencal town on the French Riviera where a magnificent covered food market, a castle housing Picasso masterpieces, and Vauban ramparts overlooking the Baie des Anges create one of the Mediterranean's most complete port experiences. Visitors should walk the coastal path around exclusive Cap d'Antibes, taste authentic socca and salade nicoise, and browse the legendary Marche Provencal. Over three hundred days of sunshine make Antibes a year-round destination.
Calvi is Corsica's jewel-box port town where a commanding Genoese citadel overlooks the Mediterranean's finest urban beach — four miles of white sand lapped by Caribbean-clear water beneath snow-capped mountains. Visit June or September via Ponant or Explora Journeys for citadel walks, Corsican wild boar and brocciu cheese, and the essential paradox of an island that is French by law but entirely its own in character.
Sanremo, Italy, Italy is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Ponant. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is May through September, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.
Monte Carlo, Monaco is a sovereign principality on the French Riviera where centuries of Grimaldi rule have forged an extraordinary concentration of elegance — from the legendary Casino de Monte-Carlo to the cliff-top Oceanographic Museum founded by Prince Albert I. No visit is complete without savouring *barbagiuan* at the Condamine market and exploring the old town of Monaco-Ville, where the cathedral and prince's palace command sweeping Mediterranean views. The most luminous months are May through September, with late spring offering the electric atmosphere of the Grand Prix season alongside gentler crowds and pristine coastal light.
Marina di Carrara is the Tuscan port at the foot of the legendary Carrara marble quarries, where Michelangelo selected stone for the David and quarrying has continued for over 2,000 years. Must-dos include visiting the Fantiscritti quarry's glowing white walls, tasting lardo di Colonnata cured in marble basins, and watching artisan sculptors at work. Visit April through June or September for comfortable quarry-visiting weather and clear mountain views.
Porto Ercole is a fortified fishing village on Tuscany's Monte Argentario peninsula, where Caravaggio spent his final days and Italian elegance meets authentic maritime life beneath a Spanish fortress. Must-dos include harbor-side dining on cacciucco fish stew, exploring the old town's stepped lanes, and excursions to the Maremma coast. May through October offers warm Mediterranean conditions, with June and September ideal.
Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.
Day 1
The port of Nice is a vibrant gateway to the French Riviera, offering a rich tapestry of history, stunning architecture, and delectable local cuisine. Must-do experiences include savoring local specialties at the bustling Cours Saleya Market and exploring the charming streets of Vieux Nice. The best time to visit is during the spring and early fall when the weather is mild and the city is alive with cultural festivities.
Day 2
Founded by Greek sailors in 600 BC, Marseille is France's oldest and most viscerally alive city — a Mediterranean port where the catch is still sold from fishing boat decks at the Vieux-Port each morning beneath the golden Madonna of Notre-Dame de la Garde, gleaming on her basilica above the city. The bouillabaisse served at harbourside institutions such as Chez Fonfon is not merely a dish but a rite, its saffron-stained broth tying Marseille to its Hellenic roots. Explore the dramatic Calanques national park, a coastal labyrinth of turquoise coves just south of the city. Spring and autumn are the finest seasons.
Day 3
Saint-Tropez is the legendary Côte d'Azur fishing port turned global glamour destination, where Provençal authenticity endures beneath the mythology of yachts and celebrities. Must-dos include browsing the Musée de l'Annonciade's Fauvist masterpieces, tasting tarte tropézienne and fresh-caught rouget, and strolling the Sentier du Littoral coastal path to hidden coves. May through June and September through October offer the best weather with fewer crowds.
Day 4
Cannes, transformed from a sleepy Provençal fishing village into the Riviera's most glamorous resort by an English lord's chance quarantine in 1834, and immortalized by the Film Festival since 1946, remains the French Riviera's most theatrical stage — where La Croisette's curved promenade of Art Deco palaces, private beach clubs, and Palme d'Or dreams meets the quiet authenticity of the Suquet hilltop quarter above the old port. For shopping, the Marché Forville bursts with Provençal produce, truffle vendors, and cut flowers each morning; for dining, the restaurants of the old port district offer bouillabaisse and socca that need no red-carpet backdrop. Visit in spring or September; Nice is twenty minutes by rail and Monaco thirty.
Day 5
Antibes is a captivating Provencal town on the French Riviera where a magnificent covered food market, a castle housing Picasso masterpieces, and Vauban ramparts overlooking the Baie des Anges create one of the Mediterranean's most complete port experiences. Visitors should walk the coastal path around exclusive Cap d'Antibes, taste authentic socca and salade nicoise, and browse the legendary Marche Provencal. Over three hundred days of sunshine make Antibes a year-round destination.
Day 6
Calvi is Corsica's jewel-box port town where a commanding Genoese citadel overlooks the Mediterranean's finest urban beach — four miles of white sand lapped by Caribbean-clear water beneath snow-capped mountains. Visit June or September via Ponant or Explora Journeys for citadel walks, Corsican wild boar and brocciu cheese, and the essential paradox of an island that is French by law but entirely its own in character.
Day 7
Sanremo, Italy, Italy is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Ponant. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is May through September, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.
Day 8
Monte Carlo, Monaco is a sovereign principality on the French Riviera where centuries of Grimaldi rule have forged an extraordinary concentration of elegance — from the legendary Casino de Monte-Carlo to the cliff-top Oceanographic Museum founded by Prince Albert I. No visit is complete without savouring *barbagiuan* at the Condamine market and exploring the old town of Monaco-Ville, where the cathedral and prince's palace command sweeping Mediterranean views. The most luminous months are May through September, with late spring offering the electric atmosphere of the Grand Prix season alongside gentler crowds and pristine coastal light.
Day 9
Marina di Carrara is the Tuscan port at the foot of the legendary Carrara marble quarries, where Michelangelo selected stone for the David and quarrying has continued for over 2,000 years. Must-dos include visiting the Fantiscritti quarry's glowing white walls, tasting lardo di Colonnata cured in marble basins, and watching artisan sculptors at work. Visit April through June or September for comfortable quarry-visiting weather and clear mountain views.
Day 10
Porto Ercole is a fortified fishing village on Tuscany's Monte Argentario peninsula, where Caravaggio spent his final days and Italian elegance meets authentic maritime life beneath a Spanish fortress. Must-dos include harbor-side dining on cacciucco fish stew, exploring the old town's stepped lanes, and excursions to the Maremma coast. May through October offers warm Mediterranean conditions, with June and September ideal.
Day 11
Rome's ancient maritime gateway since the Emperor Trajan commissioned its harbour in 106 AD, Civitavecchia is the natural prologue to the Eternal City — just seventy minutes southeast by express rail. The port's Renaissance fortress, designed in part by Michelangelo, anchors a working waterfront that has welcomed travellers for millennia. Beyond Rome's unmissable monuments, consider an afternoon in the Civitavecchia thermal baths, drawing on mineral waters prized since antiquity. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of mild weather and manageable crowds for exploring the capital's layered history.
Owner’s Penthouse Suites are the ultimate indulgence. Located on Deck 9 and elegantly appointed with spacious curved terraces featuring a private Jacuzzi and the best views on board, you will never want to leave. Combine our Owner’s Penthouse Suite with a Spa Suite to create a magnificent Two-bedroom Penthouse Suite.
Spacious outdoor terrace with lounge area, sun loungers and private Jacuzzi
Bedroom suite with luxury king size Slumber Bed, reading alcove, desk and 60” HDTV
His and hers walk-in-robe
Bathroom featuring dual steam shower with light therapy plus spacious dual his and hers vanity including VIP amenities
Therapeutic spa bath
Spa Day Bed - transforming for in-suite private spa experience
One-hour complimentary in-suite spa treatment per guest
Spacious lounge and dining area with cinema surround and 70” HDTV
Dining table with seating up to eight guests
Library including Kindle e-books
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service including packing and unpacking of luggage
In-suite beverage, dining & early morning tea/coffee service
Canapés and petite fours delivered to your suite
Personalised wine bar and mini bar stocked with your preferences (restocked daily)
Personalised butler bar featuring Illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
Guest powder room
Bose sound system
Unlimited complimentary laundry service (limited in Polar Regions due to environmental regulations)
Guaranteed dining in specialty restaurants
Guaranteed preferred choice of shore excursions and discovery experiences including zodiacs, kayaks, e-bikes and much more
VIP booking for spa treatments, helicopter, submarine and scuba experiences – additional charges apply
VIP embarkation and disembarkation
Private Verandah
Luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed
Separate sleep zone
Separate lounge area
En-suite bathroom with shower and vanity
Luxury bathroom amenities
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Shoeshine service
Early morning tea/coffee service
In-suite beverage service
In-suite dining service
Full mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
HDTV and Bose sound system
Choose from our Deluxe Verandah Suites to larger Grand Deluxe Verandah Suites, which provide even more room to relax.
Located at the front of the yacht on Deck 6 these opulent suites feature curved terraces and spacious interiors with additional services and more.
Curved outdoor terrace with sun lounges
Bedroom suite with luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed, reading alcove, desk and a HDTV
Walk-in-robe
Bathroom featuring full size bath, steam shower with light therapy and spacious dual vanity including luxury VIP bathroom amenities
Spacious lounge and dining area with cinema surround and a HDTV
Dining table seating up to four guests
Library including Kindle e-books
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Canapés and petite fours delivered to your suite
Full premium mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
Bose sound system
One-hour complimentary spa treatment per suite
Complimentary laundry service (limited per day)
Priority dining in specialty restaurants
Priority choice of shore excursions and discovery experiences including zodiacs, kayaks, e-bikes and more
Priority booking for spa treatments, helicopter and submarine experiences – additional charges apply
VIP embarkation and disembarkation
Owner’s Penthouse Suites are the ultimate indulgence. Located on Deck 9 and elegantly appointed with spacious curved terraces featuring a private Jacuzzi and the best views on board, you will never want to leave.
Located at the front of the yacht on Deck 8 these opulent suites feature spacious curved terraces, additional features, services, and much more.
Spacious outdoor terrace with sun lounges
Bedroom suite with luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed, reading alcove, desk and a HDTV
Walk-in-robe
Bathroom featuring full size bath, steam shower with light therapy and spacious dual vanity including luxury VIP bathroom amenities
Spacious lounge and dining area with cinema surround and a HDTV
Dining table seating up to four guests
Library including Kindle e-books
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
In-suite beverage, dining & early morning tea/coffee service
Full premium mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
Bose sound system
One-hour complimentary spa treatment per suite
Complimentary laundry service (limited per day and limited in Polar and remote regions)
Priority dining in specialty restaurants
Priority choice of shore excursions and discovery experiences including zodiacs, kayaks, e-bikes and more
Priority booking for spa treatments, helicopter and submarine experiences – additional charges apply
VIP embarkation and disembarkation
Located on the higher decks, our luxurious Spa Suites include additional features and services that will enhance the luxury of your time on board.
Private Verandah
Luxury king size four poster Scenic Slumber Bed
Separate sleep zone with ottoman
Walk-in robe
Double size Philippe Starck designed spa bath
Steam shower with oversized head and light therapy
Dual vanity basins
Separate toilet
Luxury bathroom amenities
Separate lounge area including reading chair
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Early morning tea/coffee service
In-suite dining & beverage service
Full mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
HDTV and Bose sound system
One-hour complimentary spa treatment per suite
Complimentary laundry service (limited per day and limited in Polar and remote regions)
Verandah Suites provide a spacious and comfortable introduction to ocean cruising with the finest appointments and amenities.
Private Verandah
Luxury king size Scenic Slumber Bed
Separate sleep zone
Separate lounge area
En-suite bathroom with shower and vanity
Luxury bathroom amenities
Hypoallergenic air purification system
Butler service
Shoeshine service
Early morning tea/coffee service
In-suite beverage service
In-suite dining service
Full mini bar re-stocked daily
Personalised butler bar featuring illy coffee and specialty teas (replenished daily)
HDTV and Bose sound system
Our cruise specialists can help you find the perfect cabin and the best available pricing.
(+886) 02-2721-7300Contact Advisor