Christmas Markets on the French and Italian Rivieras – Drinks-Inclusive

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.

Continue to Diano Marina for a four-night stay.

Selected drinks at Hotel Kristall in Diano Marina from 6:00pm – 11:00pm with local brands of spirits, house wine, beer and soft drinks included (starting from the first evening meal).

Enjoy our included visit to the Principality of Monaco, whose eight square miles form the smallest and almost certainly wealthiest sovereign-state, with possibly more millionaires than anywhere else on earth.

The capital sprawls down to the glittering shores of the Riviera. The streets come to life with a lovely festive feel – take a stroll around the famous Formula 1 circuit, browse the sumptuous boutiques, and marvel at the fabulous parks and gardens of this tiny paradise.

The festive season transforms Monaco into a winter wonderland where grand decorations adorn the shop fronts and boulevards. Monaco's Christmas village is also located on the Port Hercule.

Enjoy a journey along the Italian Riviera coastline to visit the lively city of Genoa. Be sure to enjoy the San Nicola Market in Piccapietra Square a truly a bustling festive celebration where local artisans selling gifts made from wood, metal and glass as well as food stalls offering regional wines, cheeses and sweets.

Journey over the border to the French Riviera to reach experience the festive charm of picturesque Menton where a trail of alleyways in the old town accommodates nativity scenes placed in windows, grottos and various unexpected nooks and crannies. Along the seafront, a little village of wooden huts springs up with stalls selling crafts and antiques.

In addition, we visit Nice where the palm trees, oysters and traditional stalls are part and parcel of the festive celebrations.

Travel to northern France for an overnight stay.

Return home.