Trans Côte d'Azur

Trans Cote d'Azur is the reference maritime company departing from the port of Nice. Based on Quai Lunel, it has offered for many years guided coastal cruises, day excursions and sea shuttles to the finest stops on the Riviera, as well as private charter of its boats.

From Nice, the one-hour coastal cruise follows the Baie des Anges, the Cap de Nice and Cap Ferrat, then enters the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer, with commentary on villas and landscapes seen only from the sea. In season, the company also serves Sainte-Marguerite island in the Lerins, the Corniche d'Or and the Esterel, Monaco and Saint-Tropez. The coastal cruise is included in the French Riviera Pass.

Services

Guided coastal cruises, day excursions and crossings, sea shuttles, and private charter for your events: seminars, parties, bay fireworks, Monaco Grand Prix. Ticket office on the port. Booking required. Languages: French, English, Italian.

Practical information

Quai Lunel, at the port of Nice, tram and shuttle nearby. Season roughly mid-February to early November. Phone: +33 4 92 00 42 30.

Visitor reviews

Highlights: Highly rated, around 9.3 out of 10, the company is praised for its spacious, clean and comfortable boats, with plenty of seating inside and on deck. Visitors appreciate the well-judged length of the coastal cruise, one hour to see Nice and Villefranche from the sea, the friendly crew and the multilingual commentary. The crossing to Saint-Tropez or Monaco is found practical and pleasant.

Areas for improvement: The offer relies mainly on scheduled departures and fixed routes, less flexible than an a la carte private rental. In high season cruises and crossings can sell out, and booking is required. Opening is seasonal and the company does not sail in winter.

Overall impression: A Nice maritime institution, reliable and accessible, ideal to discover the Cote d'Azur from the sea or to reach Monaco and Saint-Tropez by boat. For a private, tailor-made outing, chartering their vessels remains possible.