Bucketlist Christmas + New Year: Paris & the French Riviera
Christmas in Paris. New Year’s in Nice.
Christmas Day starts in Paris, where arrivals turn into a welcome dinner and a first night out together. The next day brings the Champs-Élysées, Saint-Germain-des-Prés and an evening on the Seine. Croissant stops and Christmas lights give the city walks their December rhythm. Then comes the train to Cannes, two nights on the coast, and three in Nice. A catamaran sail, a food trail through Nice and perfume-making in Èze punctuate the week. Cannes and Nice leave room for independent wandering, too; every hour does not have to be a group activity. Up to 15 people × 8 days × 1 festive French adventure. Come for Christmas in Paris and a New Year’s Eve celebration in Nice, with a facilitator and the city-to-city travel handled. Bring a friend or arrive solo; the welcome dinner gives everyone a place to begin.
About the trip
Christmas dinner in Paris, New Year’s Eve in Nice, and a tribe to share both with. Then the week heads south: Cannes cocktails, a sail on the Mediterranean, Nice’s food trail and a perfume of your own in Èze. There is time to wander independently between the shared plans, whether you arrive solo or with a friend. By New Year’s Eve, we are in Nice, bringing the week to a close together. Two celebrations, three French cities, and a few more people to raise a glass with.
Culinary
Moderate
Trip highlights
Christmas lights in Paris, an evening on the Seine
Day 2
Cannes cocktails after the train south
Day 3
A catamaran sail off Cannes
Day 4
Taste your way through Nice
Day 5
Blend a perfume in Èze
Day 6
New Year’s Eve together in Nice
Day 7
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Christmas dinner brings the tribe together in Paris. The Seine, Cannes and perfume-making in Èze fill the days before a New Year’s Eve celebration in Nice, with a facilitator and city-to-city travel handled.
What's included
All 8 experiences in itinerary
2 nights at Hôtel Golden Tulip Opéra de Noailles + 2 nights at Hotel Verlaine + 3 nights at NH Nice Hotel
Train between Paris → Cannes
Transfers between Cannes → Nice
11 meals · 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 hosted dinners
Comfortable Stay in Double Occupancy Rooms
Internal Transfers between Paris→ Cannes → Nice
Access to Vibe Tribe across 7+ cities (6000+ strong tribe)
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ExCo's concierge runs the France visa application for you.
Your Gameplan
Christmas Welcome Dinner in Paris
- Arrive in Paris on Christmas Day and settle into Hôtel Golden Tulip Opéra de Noailles, with time to unpack before meeting the tribe.
- Gather for the welcome session and Christmas dinner in Paris, where the first introductions have a whole evening to turn into conversation.
- Head out for the Paris bar crawl after dinner, carrying those new conversations into the city’s nightlife as our holiday week begins.
Tuileries Christmas Market and the Seine
- Walk from Place de la Concorde along the Champs-Élysées towards the Arc de Triomphe, with stops for croissants and hot chocolate along the way.
- Continue past the Louvre and across the Pont des Arts to Saint-Germain-des-Prés, then wander through the twinkling stalls of the Tuileries Christmas Market together.
- Board the Seine cruise for the planned three-course dinner, watching the Eiffel Tower from the river as the tribe shares its second Paris evening.
From Paris to Cannes by Train
- Leave Paris after breakfast for the train to Cannes, a roughly six-and-a-half-hour journey with time for conversation, reading or a nap.
- Check into Hotel Verlaine in Cannes and take a breather, letting the change from Paris streets to the coast set a slower rhythm.
- Come together for sundowners and cocktails in Cannes, sharing the first Riviera evening before another full day to find your own favourite corners.
Cannes Mornings and a Shared Sail
- Start with breakfast in Cannes, then explore La Croisette and the Palais des Festivals at your own pace, with time to linger along the promenade.
- Wander towards Marché Forville or the Christmas stalls at Allées de la Liberté during your free time, choosing the detours that interest you.
- Join the planned catamaran sail off Cannes before dinner with the tribe, bringing everyone back together after a morning spent following separate curiosities.
Coastal Shift & Flavours of the South
- Check out, grab breakfast, and get ready to leave Cannes behind as we head to Nice.
- A short, scenic 30-minute coastal drive - just enough time to settle in and get excited for what’s next.
- We welcome Nice the best way we know how: through an epic food trail of local favourites - from artisanal ice creams and pissaladière to legendary sandwiches and other iconic bites you’ll be talking about long after.
- And as the city lights come on, we head out for a proper night in Nice - good music, big energy, and a celebration to remember.
Èze Dreams & Your Signature Scent
- Take the day to step a little away from Nice and see more of the Riviera unfold around you.
- Wander through the hilltop charm of Èze. Here every turn opens into a postcard view of the Riviera.
- Take it slow - cobbled lanes, quiet corners, and moments that make you pause.
- Then step into the world of fragrance, crafting a scent that’s uniquely yours to take back home.
- End the day by the sea with sunsets, soft conversations, and a calm you don’t want to leave.
Nice, One Last Night of 2026
- Take New Year’s Eve slowly in Nice, with breakfast followed by time along the Promenade des Anglais or in the old town.
- Leave room in the afternoon to rest and get ready, then meet the tribe for the evening’s New Year celebration in Nice.
- Welcome 2027 together in Nice, raising a glass to the Paris Christmas table, the days in Cannes and the people who shared them.
Hugs, Goodbyes & Until Next Time
- Wake up to one last breakfast together, savouring every bite and every moment with the people you've come to love over this past week.
- Pack up and check out. You now have new friendships, memories, and moments to carry with you forever<3.
Our Favourite Stays
We work with these or similar hotels to ensure a stylish and comfortable stay every time.
Hôtel Golden Tulip Opéra de Noailles
A family-run hotel welcomes its guests in a friendly and warm atmosphere, displaying a surprising art collection.
Hotel Verlaine
A cosy and elegant Cannes stay tucked near Rue d’Antibes, with La Croisette, the beach, and lively cafés all within easy walking distance.
NH Nice Hotel
Tucked away in a quieter corner of Nice, NH Nice feels like a calm, contemporary base to return to after a day along the Riviera. Just a short walk from the old town and a quick tram ride to the sea. With a pool, bar, and panoramic terrace with the best view for your drink
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