Set on the sparkling Mediterranean, the South of France is a breathtaking playground for celebs, royals and jetsetters. It includes many coastal villages and towns, like the famous beach resort areas of Saint Tropez and Cannes, the independent micro state of Monaco, and Marseille - known as the sunniest city in France. With the Alps as its backdrop, Monte Carlo is a glittering capital and the gambling heartbeat of the French Riviera. Nestled near the Baie des Anges (Bay of Angels), Nice provides the perfect haven for warm sunshine, breathtaking views, impressive cuisine and top-notch shopping.
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Saint Tropez & Cannes: Known as a high-octane party spot, Saint Tropez has a glam village feel, while Cannes is the place for designer shopping and seafront promenading.
Monaco: Glamorous nightclubs, grand casinos, luxury hotels, million-dollar yachts and a balmy climate make Monaco a must-see destination.
Nice: One of Nice’s main attractions is its seaside Promenade des Anglais, which stretches more than four miles along the French Riviera.
Marseille: Known for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture, Marseille is one of the most exciting and dynamic cities in France.
Who should visit the South of France?
Art Aficionados
Several artists used the South of France as a muse, so it's no wonder this area is filled with museums celebrating their work. Be sure to visit the Musée Picasso in Antibes, where you’ll see some of Picasso’s later works along with pieces from other modern artists. The Matisse Museum, featuring works from Henri Matisse, the Marc Chagall Museum, and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, which includes works from several artists, including Yves Klein, are also not to be missed.
Sun Worshipers
With an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, this is the perfect place to catch some rays.
Shopping Enthusiasts
The South of France offers some of the best designer stores in the world, along with several malls, department stores, and smaller boutiques.
When are the local events?
Nice Carnival
February through March. The South of France's most popular event features parades, concerts, fireworks, and more.
Cannes Film Festival
May. Each year, the biggest and best film festival in the world takes over the city of Cannes. Although admission to the event is by invitation only, daily film screenings on Mace Beach are free to the public—and you might even catch a glimpse of celebrities about town.
Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix
May. Head to Monaco to enjoy the sound of roaring sports car engines at the only race held on city streets.
Crazy Week
July. Nice’s Théâtre de Verdure offers 5 days of music performances from a variety of bands, both local and international.
Nice Jazz Festival
July. Nice lights up with some of the best live jazz performances.
A number of festivals and special events take place along France's Mediterranean Coast every year.
Tried & True Travel Tidbits
Day Trips
With its proximity to Cannes, Monaco, St-Tropez, and several mountainous villages, Nice is a great jumping off point for excursions. Plus, traveling is made easy with an array of buses and trains that make several trips to these destinations daily.
Beach Shoes
Several beaches of the South of France — especially in Nice — are filled with rocks and pebbles instead of soft sand, so be sure to bring along appropriate footwear for the beach.
Plan Ahead
The South of France attracts the biggest crowds in July and August, so if you're planning a summer retreat, be sure to make your reservations far enough in advance.
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Discount will recalculate if modifications are made to the booking.
No refunds will be issued toward offer. Offer has no cash value. Offer void if qualifying booking is canceled.
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Maximum discount is $300 per booking; discount is a percentage of each eligible land component.
Additional baggage charges for checked luggage may apply, as well as any applicable hotel/resort fees or departure taxes collected by hotel/resort/airport at destination.
Offer is not applicable to airfare for groups of 10 or more people; and is not retroactive.
Must be purchased through Delta Vacations.
Discount applies to qualified passengers only. Children staying free in room do not qualify for discount.
Discount will recalculate if modifications are made to the booking.
No refunds will be issued toward offer. Offer has no cash value. Offer void if qualifying booking is canceled.
Programs and availability may vary. Delta Vacations flight reservations may be made up to 331 days in advance of flight departure.
Delta Vacations must issue all airline tickets.
Standard Terms and Conditions apply and are outlined during the booking process; other restrictions may apply.
Delta Vacations is the final authority on the interpretation of these rules and reserves the right to change these Terms and Conditions without prior notice.
All SkyMiles Program rules apply. To review the rules, please visit delta.com/memberguide. Delta Vacations packages will earn Medallion Qualification Dollars (MQDs) based on the eligible value of package, as apportioned between all travelers in the booking. To learn about earning toward Medallion Status, visit delta.com/us/en/delta-vacations/skymiles-member-experience/earn-miles. Bonus miles do not count toward Medallion Status or Million Miler™ status. Please allow 8 weeks after qualification for miles to be posted to your account. Offers void where prohibited by law. Offers subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply.
TA: -2% points. Taxes, fees and carrier-imposed surcharges are noncommissionable.
Redemption Instructions
Promotional code will always be validated and appropriate discount will be deducted if terms and conditions are met.
Via the Internet:
Enter promotional code SMMED300 in the Promo Code/eCertificate box on the Booking page.
Via Customer Engagement Center or Travel Advisor:
At time of reservation, you must refer to promotional code SMMED300.