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Coastal panorama with marina and a historic building on a hill.

Flower Riviera & Côte d’Azur

Trip highlights:

  • Palm-lined promenade in Sanremo
  • Ligurian lunch
  • Principality of Monaco

Sunny coasts on the Mediterranean

The Flower Riviera in Liguria and the Côte d’Azur are among the most beautiful coastal regions in Europe. The azure Mediterranean coast has already inspired artists such as Picasso and Chagall. Today, picturesque bays, lively towns and impressive coastal roads invite you to enjoy relaxing, sunny days of travel.

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Colourful coastal town on a sunny day with mountain views and the sea. Seafront promenade with palm trees and a view of the sea in sunny weather. Bell tower against the backdrop of Sanremo on the Ligurian coast, with a view of the sea and palm trees. A medieval bridge crossing a river in a historic town. Monaco - Côte d'Azur Historic building with palm trees in the foreground at sunset. Port of Monaco with yachts and buildings against a blue sea and sky. Fortress and colourful houses by the sea with mountains in the background. Colourful houses on the waterfront with boats in the foreground. Colourful coastal town on a hillside with a beach and blue sky.

Trip details

Day 1: Switzerland – Diano Marina

The journey takes you through the Great St Bernard to Aosta, a city steeped in history at an Alpine pass. Of great importance in Roman times, it still boasts numerous monuments today, including the Porta Praetoria, the Arch of Augustus and the Roman Theatre of Aosta. After a lunch break at leisure, the journey continues towards the Mediterranean coast. In the evening, arrival in the resort of Diano Marina on the Flower Riviera, known for its long tradition of flower growing and its colourful coastal landscapes.

Day 2: Sanremo & Dolceacqua

Sanremo delights with its palm-lined promenades and Mediterranean flair. The journey continues along the coast to Isolabona, where a Ligurian lunch is served at an agriturismo. In the afternoon, we head into the charming hinterland of the Flower Riviera. The picturesque village of Dolceacqua lies on the banks of a small river and is overlooked by the impressive ruins of a castle.

Day 3: Monaco & Monte Carlo

Today's excursion takes you along the famous Mediterranean coast of the Côte d’Azur to the city-state of Monaco. A guided walk through the historic old town offers lovely views of the harbour and the Mediterranean, as well as of the Prince's Palace of Monaco high above the city. Afterwards, there is time at leisure in the elegant district of Monte Carlo, known for its manicured gardens, luxury boutiques and the famous Casino de Monte Carlo.

Day 4: Rapallo & Portofino

Today offers the chance to relax in Diano Marina or to join the optional excursion to the charming Ligurian coast. The journey leads first to Rapallo, a lively seaside town on the Golfo Tigullio, with a lovely promenade and well-kept townscape. A boat trip then takes you to Santa Margherita Ligure, known for its elegant villas and palm-fringed squares, with time for a lunch break at leisure. You then continue by boat to Portofino, where you can explore the idyllic harbour, the colourful houses and magnificent views of the Mediterranean on a stroll.

Day 5: Diano Marina - Switzerland

Return journey through the Gotthard back to Switzerland.

You will stay for 4 nights at the 3* Hotel Olympic Diano Marina (official national rating), centrally located in Diano Marina, only a few steps from the beach and the seafront promenade. The well-kept hotel offers a pleasant atmosphere and comfortably furnished rooms with air conditioning, bath/shower and WC, Wi-Fi, satellite TV and telephone. A hotel of equivalent standard will be used if it is unavailable.

  • Hotel Olympic Diano Marina

  • Room, Hotel Olympic, Diano Marina

Included services

  • Travel by EUROBUS Comfort coach
  • Accommodation at the 3* Hotel Olympic, Diano Marina, based on a double room
  • Half board at the hotel (dinner/breakfast)
  • Local tour guide on days 2 & 3
  • Excursion to Sanremo & Dolceacqua
  • Ligurian lunch at an agriturismo
  • Excursion to Monaco and Monte Carlo

Comfort coach

The Comfort coach offers you everything that matters to you as a traveller. The generous legroom in particular will surprise you. Our Comfort coaches have 26 – 50 seats.

  • Rows of seats with grey headrests and red curtains in the Comfort coach
  • EUROBUS Comfort coach seen from the front outside the depot
  • EUROBUS Comfort coach parked in front of trees
  • 26–50 adjustable comfort seats
  • Seat belts at every seat
  • Individual fold-down table for each seat, movable footrests
  • 220-volt socket at every seat *
  • Radio / DVD / navigation system
  • Air conditioning, toilet and washroom, fridge, coffee machine
  • Lane assist and adaptive cruise control *
  • Free Wi-Fi/internet in Europe

* Most vehicles in the EUROBUS fleet are equipped with this.

View down the centre aisle of the Comfort coach with four-abreast seating

Why you should
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  • Carefully planned

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