Private Tour Service French Riviera

Your Personal French Riviera Discovery

The French Riviera reveals its treasures slowly—hilltop villages where time stopped centuries ago, vineyards producing wines you'll never find at home, coastal roads that inspired artists, and local experiences invisible to typical tourists. ECOFUNDRIVE's private tour service transforms these possibilities into your personal itinerary.

Unlike group tours with fixed schedules and crowded buses, our service adapts entirely to you. Want to spend three hours exploring a perfume workshop in Grasse instead of the scheduled thirty minutes? Done. Discovered a beach club that looks perfect? We'll adjust the route. Our hourly chauffeur service provides the framework, while you provide the curiosity.

Your chauffeur serves as driver, local guide, and logistics coordinator. We know which villages empty after tour buses leave, which restaurants need advance booking, which viewpoints catch the best light, and which roads offer the most dramatic coastal vistas. This insider knowledge—combined with Tesla's silent, climate-controlled comfort—creates exploration without compromise.

Signature Private Tours

Explore all Côte d'Azur destinations in our comprehensive destinations guide, or learn more about our Tesla chauffeur services.

Designing Your Private Tour

Initial Planning Conversation

Contact us via WhatsApp at +33 6 16 55 28 11 to discuss your interests, timeframe, and touring style. Are you wine enthusiasts? Architecture lovers? Seeking photography opportunities? Traveling with children? These details shape our recommendations. We'll propose an itinerary outline, suggest timing, and answer questions about logistics.

Flexible Duration Options

Most private tours work best with 6-8 hours of dedicated time. This allows for meaningful stops without rush, spontaneous discoveries, and proper meals. Half-day tours (4-5 hours) suit specific objectives, while full-day explorations provide comprehensive experiences. Our pricing follows our hourly structure: €100 per hour with a 4-hour minimum.

Spontaneous Adjustments Welcome

Your tour isn't locked once it begins. Discovered a viewpoint worth lingering at? Interested in that ceramics workshop we're passing? Want to extend lunch at a seaside restaurant? The beauty of private touring lies in this flexibility. Your time, your choices.

Local Expertise Included

Your chauffeur provides context and recommendations throughout the journey. We explain regional history, suggest the best local specialties to order, share insider tips about avoiding crowds, and offer photography guidance at scenic spots. This narrative transforms sightseeing into genuine understanding.

Why Tesla for Private Tours

Silent Discovery

Hilltop villages preserve centuries of tranquility. Tesla's whisper-quiet operation respects these environments while allowing easy conversation. You hear church bells, fountains, and birdsong—not engine noise. This acoustic difference enhances every destination.

Climate Control for All Seasons

Riviera summers reach scorching temperatures, while spring and autumn bring variable weather. Tesla's advanced climate system maintains perfect comfort regardless of outdoor conditions. You explore comfortably, then return to a pre-cooled or pre-warmed vehicle.

Panoramic Glass Roof

The Model S glass roof transforms scenic drives into immersive experiences. Coastal roads, mountain passes, and tree-lined routes reveal themselves fully. No straining to see upward through small windows—the architecture of the car enhances the architecture of the landscape.

Space for Tour Essentials

Wine tours generate bottles. Market visits yield artisan purchases. The generous trunk accommodates these treasures safely. No choosing between buying that perfect local honey or having trunk space—you can collect memories and their physical reminders.

Private Tours by Interest

Wine & Gastronomy

The Côte d'Azur wine scene extends far beyond rosé. Discover Bandol's legendary Mourvèdre, Cassis' crisp whites, Bellet's rare local varieties, or venture to Châteauneuf-du-Pape for Rhône Valley grandeur. We coordinate tastings at family estates and renowned domaines, pair wine discovery with Michelin-starred dining, and ensure you understand what makes each terroir special.

Art & Culture

Picasso, Matisse, Chagall, Cocteau—the Riviera inspired masters and preserves their legacy. Visit museums, studios, and chapels where they created, walk the landscapes that influenced their vision, and discover contemporary galleries continuing the tradition. Saint-Paul-de-Vence remains an artistic village, while Nice houses world-class collections.

Photography Expeditions

Golden hour at Cap Ferrat, blue hour over Monaco, the morning light in Èze's gardens—serious photographers require specific timing and locations. We plan routes around optimal light, know the accessible viewpoints, and allow time for proper composition. Your camera captures what tour buses miss.

Architecture & History

Roman ruins in Cimiez, Belle Époque villas in Beaulieu, medieval fortifications crowning hilltops, modernist masterpieces by Le Corbusier—architectural enthusiasts find millennia of styles concentrated on this coast. We create chronological journeys or focus on specific periods matching your interests.

Jewish Heritage Tours

Explore centuries of Jewish presence on the Côte d'Azur with David Gal, who specializes in heritage tours. Visit historic synagogues, learn about the communities that shaped Riviera cities, discover kosher dining options, and connect with the region's vibrant Jewish culture past and present.

Tour Planning Essentials

Best Starting Points

Most private tours begin from your accommodation, whether that's a hotel in Nice, Cannes, Monaco, or Antibes. Staying outside the main corridor? We coordinate pickup from your villa or rental. Planning to tour before checking in? We meet you at Nice Airport and incorporate luggage storage into the itinerary.

Meals During Tours

Full-day tours include lunch, but the restaurant choice remains yours. We suggest options ranging from Michelin-starred establishments requiring advance booking to authentic village bistros serving regional specialties. Your budget and culinary interests guide recommendations. Wine tours often incorporate lunch at vineyard restaurants showcasing local production.

Weather Considerations

The Riviera enjoys 300+ sunny days annually, but weather varies. Summer heat makes afternoon hilltop village visits challenging—we adjust timing accordingly. Spring brings wildflowers to the arrière-pays. Autumn offers harvest experiences and fewer crowds. Winter remains mild for coastal drives. We adapt itineraries to seasonal advantages.

Group Size & Comfort

The Tesla Model S comfortably accommodates up to four passengers for touring. Three passengers provides optimal comfort for full-day excursions with space for purchases. Larger groups? We coordinate multiple Teslas traveling together, maintaining group cohesion while ensuring everyone experiences the same comfort level.

Regional Tour Destinations

Our private tours access the full spectrum of Riviera landscapes and cultures:

• Coastal Route: Nice to Menton via the three corniches, Cap Ferrat, Èze, Monaco, and Roquebrune
• Western Riviera: Cannes, Antibes, Grasse, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, and the perfume route
• Arrière-Pays: Hilltop villages including Tourrettes-sur-Loup, Gourdon, Coursegoules, and Sospel
• Provence Extension: Aix-en-Provence, Luberon villages, lavender fields (seasonal), ochre cliffs of Roussillon
• Wine Regions: Bellet (20 minutes), Bandol (90 minutes), Cassis (75 minutes), Châteauneuf-du-Pape (2 hours)
• Italian Border: Menton, Ventimiglia's Friday market, San Remo, and coastal Italian Riviera

Each region offers distinct character. We help you select destinations matching available time and personal priorities, or combine multiple areas for comprehensive exploration.

Additional Transportation Services

Beyond private tours, ECOFUNDRIVE provides comprehensive Tesla chauffeur services:

• Hourly Chauffeur Service - Flexible by-the-hour transportation
• Airport Transfer Service - Professional Nice Airport connections
• Event Transportation - Film Festival, MIPIM, Monaco Grand Prix
• Corporate Service - Business travel solutions

Explore all our services or visit the homepage to learn more about ECOFUNDRIVE.