A bike trip for advanced riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads of the French Alps.
The Alps self-guided motorbike tour
Seven-night tour of the Alps with motorbike holiday specialists in Nice
Want to tour the Alps for a week? This motorcycle tour gives you all you need. All of the organisation is taken care of, including airport transfers, accommodation, dinners, motorcycle rental, maps, GPS, road book and local support.
The itinerary is as follows:
- Friday – pick-up Nice Airport and tour briefing in Nice
- Saturday – Grand Canyon of France
- Sunday – Col de Bonette (2802m) in the French Alps
- Monday – Saint Bernard Passes in the Swiss Alps
- Tuesday – Col de Pre (1703m) in the French Alps
- Wednesday – Col d'Iseran (2770m) back to the Riviera
- Thursday – Saint Tropez
- Friday – airport transfer to Nice
You'll spend four nights in the four-star Hotel Mercure in Nice and three nights in the Chalet Colinn in the French Alps, both with breakfast and dinner included.
This trip is for advanced riders, with five to seven hours riding per day covering up to 350km of twisty roads. Trips run weekly from June to September.
What to see
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Massena Villa
Belle Epoque architecture jewel set on the famous Promenade des Anglais
Handily located on the Promenade des Anglais, Villa Masséna is a wonderful example of Belle Epoque architecture.
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Le Palais de la Mediterranee
Grand Art Deco inter-war casino turned into a 5 star luxury hotel
Opened to unprecedented acclaim in 1929, Le Palais de la Méditerranée instantly became a showcase of luxury and inter-war celebration.
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Ferrero Gallery
Prestigious art gallery representing regional artists
Founded as a photographic studio in 1958, and opened as a gallery in 1972, Jean Ferrero exhibited works from the School of Nice and the New Realism genre.
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Promenade des Anglais 
Promenade des Anglais
Pedestrian walkway from the old centre to the airport
Just as Cannes has its Croisette, Nice has the Promenade des Anglais; 7km of beaches, palm trees, hotels, restaurants and bars.
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Le Jardin Albert 1er 
Le Jardin Albert 1er
One of the oldest public gardens in Nice for locals & visitors alike
This delightful public park in the city centre runs from Place Massena, linking the Promenade des Anglais to the old town of Vieux Nice. Developed during the late 1800’s, Jardin Albert 1er is one of Nice’s oldest public gardens; a large lawn in the centre is surrounded by palm trees, fragrant roses, carob trees, junipers as well as various plants from Japan, China, the Americas, Australia and the Himalayas.
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Fine Arts Museum (Musee des Beaux Arts)
Art from the 16th to the 20th century in a beautiful villa
Located in the Baumettes neighbourhood, this Fine Arts museum is housed in an impressive 19th-century villa and contains an important collection of paintings and sculptures.
Where to lunch
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Restaurant des Rois, Beaulieu Sur Mer
Described as "The restaurant of kings & the king of restaurants"
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
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Le Chantecler Restaurant
Fine Michelin-starred restaurant offering Provencal inspired cuisine
In a Regency-style dining room decorated with magnificent 18th century woodwork, Jean-Denis Rieubland proposes two menus, "Découverte" and "Chantecler".
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La Fille du Pecheur Restaurant, Villefranche Sur Mer 
La Fille du Pecheur Restaurant, Villefranche Sur Mer
Fresh seafood specialities served in refined & unique setting
Situated on the Quay Courbet in Villefranche-sur-Mer, just in front of one of the most beautiful bays in the world, the restaurant La Fille du Pêcheur is managed by Krystel Roux, a true fisherman's daughter!
Read more about La Fille du Pecheur Restaurant, Villefranche Sur Mer
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L'Aparte Restaurant 
L'Aparte Restaurant
Small restaurant on a little back street in the old town
The restaurant is situated on the end of the Rue Obscure, a 13th century covered way.
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La Maison de Marie Restaurant, Nice Centre
Located on a pedestrian street in the heart of Nice
The restaurant is nestled deep in the courtyard of an old building. Enjoy the terrace and its green patio and colourful flowers. Inside, two rooms offer a refined and warm décor with multiple candles.
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Castel Plage Beach Club
Stylish and modern beach-restaurant serving Provencal cuisine
A beautiful beach located at the eastern end of the Promenade des Anglais and giving wonderful views across the wide sweeping Baie des Anges.
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The Alps self-guided motorbike tour
Seven-night tour of the Alps with motorbike holiday specialists in Nice
A bike trip for advanced riders, where you can enjoy some of the most scenic roads of the French Alps.
