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Saint Tropez

St Trop’ as it is known to locals and fans is a glamorous seaside town located in the South of France, on the French Riviera

The home of movie stars and a glittering jet-set crowd

St Trop’ as it is known to locals and fans is a glamorous seaside town located in the South of France , on the French Riviera.

A popular holiday destination since the 1950’s, St Tropez is set on the Bay of St Tropez and has long been home to movie stars and a glittering jet-set crowd. The town has medieval origins and today is a pretty destination with distinctive ochre-coloured architecture.

Your luxury MSC cruise ship will not dock far from the super-yachts in the marina which is guarded by the ancient Citadel, the town’s fortress. Start your day away from the ship with a coffee in one of the innumerable chic cafés and pick up some delicious produce in one of the town’s many colorful markets.

There are bargains to be had in St Tropez’s flea markets, held several times a week. Even if you don’t bag a priceless antique, you’ll have a fun souvenir to remember your vacation by!

Many major artists such as Matisse and Derain have been attracted to the South of France for its exquisite quality of light. Numerous works by both these artists can be viewed in the Annonciade Museum, renowned for its collection of avant-garde art.

Art lovers will not want to miss viewing the house on la Rue des Bouchonniers in which Picasso had his studio and where he created many works, including L’Odalisque.

Our package of excursions in and around St Tropez will ensure you enjoy the best deals in town and on outings further afield.

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Directions


The port is only a few minutes walk from the town centre.

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 TRZ01 - CANNES & GRASSE (full day, lunch not included) - 2013
Level of difficulty: moderate  Panoramic Tour  With the coastline and countryside associated with the French Riviera being justifiably acclaimed as some of the most beautiful in the world, this all-day tour begins with a short, but scenic coach ride through a little of this lovely landscape to reach nearby Grasse, a designated “town of art and history” that is firmly linked to the fine art of perfume-making. Every year, new “noses” come to the famous town to be trained and learn to distinguish between more than 2,000 different scents. Grasse is also responsible for satisfying more than half of the country’s yearly demand for natural aromas required for perfume and as food flavourings. A visit to one of the area’s perfume factories will give you a fascinating insight into the complicated process involved in first obtaining the precious essential oils and then using them to blend a specific fragrance. The tour then moves on to the coastal resort of Cannes, the place where the famous annual film festival is held. Some free time is scheduled for you to explore the lovely town, browse in the luxury shops or have lunch in one of the many cafés or restaurants (not included in the price of the tour). The tour then comes to a leisurely close with your return to Saint-Tropez and your ship.

Price per person $82.00 Adults $57.00 Children

   


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 TRZ02 - THE VILLAGES OF PROVENCE (approx. 4 hours) - 2013
Level of difficulty: moderate  Panoramic Tour  As part of the larger Provence region in the south of France lies the coastal Var département and the small towns of Gassin, Grimaud and Ramatuelle. Designed to give you a taste of the wonderful Provence landscape and its picturesque villages, the tour begins with a short coach ride from Saint-Tropez to your first stop: the village of Gassin, which is situated on a promontory just 4 kilometres from the Mediterranean Sea. As you walk through the winding streets of the lovely village, you can look forward to gorgeous views of the surroundings: an azure-blue sea, green forests and lush vineyards growing in the fertile soil. Next up is the hill-top village of Grimaud, whose history dates back to Gallo-Roman times and which enjoys ties to the House of Grimaldi, which in turn is closely associated with the history of the Italian Republic of Genoa and the Principality of Monaco. An enjoyable stroll around this lovely medieval village will be followed by a drive to the final stop on the tour: the small town of Ramatuelle, which was founded on a hill to keep enemies at bay. After a walking tour through the pretty village, you will also have some time to spend at your leisure in the market square.

Price per person $63.00 Adults $44.00 Children

   


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 TRZ03 - SAINT TROPEZ BY SEA AND LAND (approx. 4 hours) - 2013
Level of difficulty: moderate  Panoramic Tour  Give yourself a chance to explore and discover the wonderful coastal town of Saint-Tropez from both the sea and by land on this hugely enjoyable tour, whose first leg will see you board a pleasure boat for a 1-hour cruise in the Bay of Saint-Tropez. Do bring your camera to capture snapshots of the beautiful coastline while you enjoy the relaxing sway of the boat. Back on dry land again, a walk through the centre of Saint-Tropez will then follow. The town’s history can be traced right back to Phocaean times around 599 B.C. and boasts many historical traditions that are still maintained and celebrated today. The vibrant port and town rose to fame as a holiday resort after WWII due to its popularity with artists associated with French popular music and New Wave cinema. You will have some time to spend as you please before the tour comes to a close with your return to the pier and your ship.

Price per person $54.00 Adults $38.00 Children

   


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The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.