Cannes Boat Trip St-Honorat's 1600-Year Abbey & Wine Tasting

Highlights

• Door-to-door VIP day trip from Nice, including ferry transfer
• Explore a sacred island preserved for 1,600 years
• End the day with a visit to Cannes’ Red Carpet area
• Optional table reservation at La Tonnelle restaurant (meal not included)

Description

This is a private day trip from Nice to Saint-Honorat Island, ideal for those seeking peace and historic spirituality. The island has remained largely unchanged for over 1,600 years, with natural sounds and distant monks’ chants enhancing the quiet atmosphere.

Your trip is fully organized, including hotel pick-up, ferry crossing, and return journey. On arrival, you can explore the island at your own pace, wandering through pine forests, visiting the church, and viewing the exterior of the Fortified Monastery, which is under restoration until June 2026.

Between June and July, resident monks may offer free guided walks based on their schedule, although this cannot be guaranteed.

Monastic Traditions and Local Products

Monks produce wine and other goods by hand. While there are no formal wine tours, you can visit the island boutique to purchase “Vins de l’Abbaye” or enjoy a self-paced tasting by the glass.

The island’s only restaurant, La Tonnelle, serves high-quality meals with sea views. Table reservation is available on request but lunch is not included in the package.

Itinerary and Logistics

• 09:00 AM: Hotel pick-up in Nice, followed by a 45-minute drive to the Port of Cannes
• Ferry crossing to Saint-Honorat Island with tickets included
• Free time on the island to explore independently
• 4:30 PM: Return ferry to Cannes, arriving around 4:45 PM
• Self-guided 15-minute walk from the Cannes port to the Palais des Festivals and Red Carpet area
• Final pick-up by chauffeur in front of Casino Barrière for the return drive to Nice

To preserve the peaceful nature of the island, there is no tour guide accompanying guests. All logistics are managed to ensure a relaxed experience.

Practical Information

• Bring a swimsuit and towel for swimming; rocky coves mean water shoes are recommended
• Lunch is not included; contact us in advance for restaurant table reservations at La Tonnelle

Includes

• Private round-trip hotel transfer in a mini-van from Nice
• Round-trip ferry tickets between Cannes and Saint-Honorat Island
• Island access via boat transfer
• Concierge service managing restaurant table reservations upon request

Excludes

• Lunch and drinks at the restaurant (to be paid on site)
• Swimsuit and towel (bring your own)
• Guided tour inside the monastery is not permitted as monks’ living quarters are private

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.

For a smooth experience, book in advance and bring swimwear and water shoes. The best time to visit is between June and July when spontaneous guided walks may be offered.