Italy - Italian Riviera & Monte Carlo - Mon 8th Sept 2025

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Situated on the beautiful Ligurian Riviera which adjoins the French Cote D’Azur on the Mediterranean, the Italian Riviera of Flowers combines the very best of a classical sightseeing tour with the pleasures of a really relaxing beach holiday. This magnificent picturesque coastline blends the colourful promenade atmosphere of the Mediterranean with delightful beaches and colourful yachting marinas.

Diano Marina is a beautiful resort set in a sweeping bay with safe sandy beaches and offers an elegant atmosphere. You can enjoy a stroll along the palm fringed promenades and spend hours exploring the shops, restaurants and pavement cafes leading to the historic old town with its labyrinth of cobbled streets and weekly market. A super destination for a memorable holiday.

DAY 1
After being collected from your local pick up point around 5.30/7.00am we travel to our hotel in the Dijon region of Burgundy in France via the Eurotunnel. We have a number of comfort stops during the day, so sit back relax and enjoy the changing scenery in the comfort of your seat. Our hotel is the tried and tested Kyriad Mirande - modern hotel, well received by our customers and includes evening meal - set menu.

DAY 2
We depart after breakfast and continue south. Again, plenty of stops with a main break for lunch before heading in to the beautiful Provence scenery and on for our first look at the Mediterranean. Crossing the border in to Italy and arriving at Diano Marina mid evening with a warm welcome from the hotel staff. Settle in to your room before dinner - the quality of the food served in this hotel is excellent!  

DAYS 3 to 6
During your stay in Diano Marina we shall have 2 excursions which are included in the price of the holiday. 

Our superb local guide will join us for an excursion to discover the Principality of Monaco with a day visiting Monte Carlo and a scenic tour of the coast and inland Liguria.

Monaco has a worldwide reputation as home to the rich and glamourous and is packed with luxury, culture, and history, making it a great destination for a day trip. Highlights include the old town, Prince's Palace, St Nicholas Cathedral and the famous Monte Carlo Casino. Plenty of time here to explore.

Thoroughly enjoyed by our customers on previous occasions, enjoy a day out with our local guide to discover Liguria. We drive along the beautiful coast road to Sanremo, our first stop today. An elegant resort known for it’s beautiful beaches, quaint harbour and pedestrian shopping area. After an orientation tour you are free to soak up the flavours of one of the best known resorts in Italy. We rejoin the coach, following the spectacular coast road before making our way inland where you will be able to see the villas and hotels used by the aristocrats and royals of Europe who favoured this part of the world for their winter vacations. We stop for lunch in the Nervia valley, in what used to be an old olive mill, sampling some of the Ligurian specialties - included in the price of your holiday. After lunch we visit the village of Dolceacqua, and step back 500 years in time. Wonderful day sampling the best of what Liguria offers, the present, past, amazing scenery, and the local food and wine.

The remainder of your time is free at your own leisure to relax, enjoy the sunshine, the friendly hotel and the resort of Diano Marina.

DAY 7
Sadly we leave the Mediterranean behind and begin the journey home. Wonderful views of southern France and with plenty of comfort stops as required before arriving at our overnight hotel - again the Kyriad Mirande at Dijon. Evening meal included.

DAY 8
We head back for the mid afternoon Eurotunnel. Continuing to be dropped off at your local drop off point around 8.00pm.

Meal plan included - Dinner Bed & Breakfast

4* Hotel Bellevue et Mediterranee

The Hotel Bellevue et Mediterranee in Diano Marina occupies a magnificent position with its own private beach and there is also a swimming pool and large terrace with plenty of sunbeds and seating.

We have been staying at this hotel for many, many years - proven to be one of our customers favourites. Offering outstanding levels of friendly, welcoming service and care. The food is a highlight - you will be served a large choice of good quality food in the restaurant whilst enjoying panoramic views of the sea with the hotel being well located for a stroll along the promenade or into the shopping area. All bedrooms are comfortable and have en suite bathroom with walk in shower, Satellite TV, phone, air conditioning and safe. Passenger lift.

SEA FACING CLASSIC ROOM - £200
SEA FACING SUPERIOR BALCONY ROOM - £250 
SEA FACING SUPERIOR TERRACE ROOM - £300