Luxury French Honeymoon Itinerary from Paris to the Riviera
The Ultimate French Honeymoon Itinerary: Paris to the French Riviera
Best period : spring to fall
Prices starting from : $12.600 per person
8 Days of Romance, Refinement & Riviera Radiance
There are journeys you take, and then there are those that take you, where time slows, senses heighten, and each moment feels suspended in beauty. This is France at its most intimate: Paris, the city of light and love, followed by the Côte d’Azur, where the sea meets the sky in endless shades of blue. From private champagne toasts atop the Eiffel Tower to secluded coves along the Riviera, this honeymoon is crafted for two , exquisite, effortless, and entirely yours.
Itinerary
Step 1
Paris, the City of Lovers – 4 nights
Paris is a city where grandeur and intimacy meet: stroll the iconic Champs-Elysées, admire masterpieces at the Louvre, and gaze out over the city from the steps of Montmartre. Marvel at the Eiffel Tower’s shimmering lights, browse stylish boutiques in Le Marais, and wander hand-in-hand through the regal gardens of the Tuileries and Luxembourg. From the historic Notre-Dame and opulent Palais Garnier to cozy cafés lining the Left Bank, Paris offers a tapestry of sights and experiences, each revealing new facets of its timeless allure. This is the world’s capital of romance and culture, ready to be discovered at every turn.
Nestled in Paris’s prestigious 16th arrondissement, your accommodation at the Saint James Paris offers the refined atmosphere of a private château. This elegant Relais & Châteaux hotel features secluded suites, stately salons, and charming gardens that invite peaceful strolls under sculpted greenery and soothing fountains. Ideally located just minutes from the Arc de Triomphe and Trocadéro, it combines tranquil luxury with close proximity to iconic Parisian landmarks.
Highlights:
- Private Eiffel Tower Experience: Begin your Parisian journey with the ultimate romantic gesture, a private ascent to the Eiffel Tower, where a chilled bottle of Champagne awaits at the summit as the city glitters at your feet. Then settle into your table at two‑Michelin‑star Le Jules Verne, arriving via private elevator and savoring a multi‑course tasting menu, 125 meters above Paris. Every detail is curated for intimacy and wonder, an iconically Parisian evening you will never forget.
- A Taste of Paris: Immerse yourselves in French culinary artistry with a private cooking class hosted in an ornate historic hotel. Guided by a Michelin‑trained chef, you will learn classic techniques and regional secrets, from perfect sauces to patisserie, before sitting down to enjoy the meal you’ve created together. Along the way, you will taste market‑fresh ingredients and hear insider stories that bring Paris’s food culture to life.
- Seine Serenity: Drift along the Seine at sunset aboard a sleek private wooden boat, its polished brass and teak deck echoing the golden light on the water. With Champagne in hand, watch the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre‑Dame glide past, each monument illuminated as dusk deepens into night. This serene cruise reframes Paris from the water, offering cinematic views and quiet moments made for two.
- A Night of Parisian Glamour: Experience the legendary Crazy Horse, an intimate cabaret where avant‑garde choreography, hypnotic lighting, and sensual artistry create an unmistakably Parisian form of glamour. Seated at your candlelit table with Champagne, you will be drawn into a world of bold silhouettes, haute‑couture costumes, and playful sophistication. It is an evening that captures the city’s flair for style, seduction, and spectacle.
- A Champagne Interlude: Leave the city behind for a night in Champagne, where rolling vineyards and grand estates set the scene for indulgence. Check into a prestigious wine domaine, tour its centuries‑old chalk cellars with your private host, and taste rare cuvées straight from the source. As evening falls, dine under glittering chandeliers in the estate’s salon, pairing each course with exceptional Champagnes for a finale that feels both celebratory and deeply personal.
Step 2
Riviera Dreams – 3 nights
The Côte d’Azur sparkles with a mix of Riviera glamour and authentic Mediterranean charm, where headlands tumble into turquoise bays and ancient hill villages overlook yachts gliding through luminous waters. Sunlight glints off terracotta roofs, palm-lined promenades curve along the sea, and the air is scented with pine, citrus, and salt. The French Riviera’s light shifts from soft morning pastels to deep evening blues, revealing one striking coastal panorama after another.
Your hotel, the Maybourne Riviera is a striking modern hideaway perched on the cliffs of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, with every room and suite opening onto uninterrupted Mediterranean views. Clean lines, glass, and sun-filled terraces blur the boundary between indoors and out, while a sleek infinity pool, private beach club, and spa anchor days of pure Riviera indulgence. Perfectly placed between Monaco and Menton, it feels both secluded and connected to the most glamorous stretch of the Côte d’Azur.
Highlights:
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Arrival in Style: Take a breathtaking helicopter transfer from Nice, lifting off over the runway and immediately tracing the curve of the coast, with the Baie des Anges, Cap Ferrat, and the villas of Èze laid out beneath you. In just a few minutes you’re descending into Monaco, touching down moments from its legendary casino, marina, and sea-front boulevards, an arrival that feels pure Riviera cinema.
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Seaside Serenity: Unwind at The Maybourne Riviera’s exclusive beach club, tucked into a sheltered cove with loungers reserved in the front row to the sea. After swims in the clear water and a leisurely Mediterranean lunch, think grilled catch of the day, chilled rosé, and ripe local produce, you’ll retreat to the Surrenne spa for a couples’ ritual, with treatment rooms framing sweeping views of the coastline.
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Wine & Discovery: Embark on a private excursion into the hills above Nice, where the boutique appellations of Bellet and Saint‑Jeannet sit between olive groves and stone villages. At small, family‑run estates, you’ll walk through the vines, learn about rare local grape varieties, and taste limited‑production wines paired with Provençal cheeses, charcuterie, and pastries served in shaded courtyards.
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Art & Gastronomy in Monaco: Explore Monaco’s cultural side with a visit to a private art foundation, where your guide opens the door to a private collection away from the crowds. As evening falls, continue to one of the Principality’s Michelin‑starred restaurants for a tasting menu, capped by a visit into the kitchen, a moment that reveals how each dish is brought to life.
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The Riviera at Your Feet: Spend a day aboard your own private yacht, slipping out of the port to trace the coast past Cap Martin, Èze Bay, and Villefranche’s deep-blue harbor. Drop anchor in hidden coves to swim in crystalline water, stretch out on deck to sunbathe, and sip chilled rosé as villas, pine‑covered headlands, and pastel villages slide by along the French Riviera.
At sunset, return to The Maybourne’s panoramic terraces for dinner, where the lights of Monaco, Menton, and the Italian border shimmer across an unforgettable horizon.
