Full day Riviera eBike Tour with Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild and Petanque: 7hrs, 125€

Join us for a full day adventure on this fun eBike tour. We travel through time from medieval fortresses via Belle Epoque palaces to the modern mega mansions of the super rich.

Visit the pinnacle of “Riviera Folly”, Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild, and immerse yourself in the Riviera culture with a game of Pétanque (boules) in a scenic spot by the Mediterranean.

We cover the same itinerary as the half day French Riviera eBike Tour and we then continue on from Villefranche to St Jean Cap Ferrat.

Thanks to our eBikes that are as easy to ride as a normal bicycle but give you assistance up the hills, the tour is suitable to active adults and children aged 15 and over. We’ve ensured the itinerary is safe, and most of the route is on quiet roads with little traffic.

What you will see on the Full day Riviera eBike Tour

The port of Nice, Mont Boron, Mont Alban and Villefranche (as in the half day tour)

The port of Nice contrasts Old World charms with modern mega yachts. As we climb up the olive tree adorned Mont Boron, we really appreciate the electrical assistance of our eBikes. We cycle past Elton John’s house at the summit of Mont Boron and the impressive medieval fortress of Mont Alban.

Our lunch stop is by the Mediterranean in Villefranche-sur-Mer.

Jaw-dropping views of the French Riviera

Throughout this tour, the panoramic sea views never stop. The picture paints a thousand words!

Ville Ephrussi de Rotschild (St Jean Cap Ferrat)

No building epitomises the wealth spent on the French Riviera better than this folly. The nine themed gardens only add to the eccentricity as they’re designed to form the prow of a ship when viewed from the loggia of the house. In an obsessive quest for perfection, the owner had eight full-size models constructed before she was happy!

Entrance to the villa is included in this tour. You guide will wait with the bikes outside.

Pétanque

The iconic pastime of the French Riviera, it takes a minute to learn and a lifetime to master. The simplicity leaves many players addicted after the first couple of rounds, and you’ll be surprised at how competitive you really are!

We play this game under the Mediterranean pine trees overlooking a scenic bay in St Jean Cap Ferrat.

Fact Sheet – full day Riviera eBike Tour with Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild and Petanque

Start time: 10 am
Duration: 7 relaxing and fun hours, including:

  • 1 hr session of Pétanque (boules)
  • Picnic stop (sandwiches not included)
  • 1 hr visit to Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild (entrance included)
Lunch: We have a picnic next to the Pétanque grounds. Bring your own picnic, or pick up sandwiches, drinks and delicious French pastries (not included) at our favourite bakery.
Includes: English-speaking guide, electrically assisted bike, helmet, water bottle, entrance to Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild, Pétanque
Suitable for: Active adults and children over 15 and at least 145 cm / 4 ft 9 in tall. Weight limit: 120 kg / 265 lbs.
Price: 125€ per person*
Cancellation: Full refund up to the day before the tour. No refund for no-shows.

*) Only 120€ if you’ve already done one of our other tours!

Important Information

Included in the full day eBike the Riviera Tour

  • Our fantastic eBikes!
  • Helmets
  • Water bottles
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance to Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild
  • A 1 hr game of Pétanque

Not included

  • Lunch (you can buy your picnic at the start of the tour)
  • Tips/gratuities
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Guide inside Villa Ephrussi de Rotchild. The visit is self-guided, and there are excellent multi-lingual audio guides available at the villa.

Difficulty and safety

  • You should be comfortable riding in traffic, although most of the tour is on quiet residential roads.
  • The electrical assistance of our eBikes makes the cycling very easy, however, the electrical assistance won’t kick in unless you pedal the bike. The tour is suitable for active adults and children over 15 being at least 145 cm / 4 ft 9 in tall.
  • You should be comfortable riding for a full day.
  • The weight limit of the eBikes is 120 kg / 265 lbs
Petanque 1

trip Happy Customers on the full day Riviera eBike Tour with Villa Ephrussi de Rotschild and Petanque

“Awesome views - the best in town!”

This tour was great - it was easy to pedal with the assistance of the e-bike, we went to beautiful locations, saw the most incredible scenery and our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and patient with my girlfriend who was a bit shaky riding the bike to begin with. Do this tour - it's well worth it!

Jasmine B, Perth, Australia via TripAdvisor, September 2015