Riviera Driving Tours
Convertible adventures on the Côte D’Azur
A one-of-a-kind experience for intrepid travelers who love to drive, eat well, sample delicious local wines, and discover exciting new destinations.
Mini Cooper or Porsche Tours
Top Down Driving Tours of the French Riviera
Daily routes are meticulously designed to highlight the best roads, villages, restaurants, and sights of the French Riviera.
Join Us for the Adventure of a Lifetime
Tours are designed in a convoy format (with a lead car) but guests are always free to blaze their own trail through the French countryside.
Highlights
- Explore the beautiful perched villages of the riviera back-country
- Drive the mountain road featured in James Bond’s “GoldenEye”, starring Pierce Brosnan and “Ronin”, starring Robert De Niro
- Visit the “Grand Canyon of France”, the Gorges du Verdon
- Zip along winding mountain roads in Liguria, Italy as you explore the dramatic hill towns across the Italian border
- Enjoy the best food and local wines the region has to offer
- Tackle one of Europe’s most iconic driving roads, the Route Napoleon
- Dine at a superb Michelin-starred restaurant in an ancient chateau
Check out a sample itinerary.
2025 Space Available Now!
Spring – 2025
April 23-29 – Booking Now
April 30-May 6 – Booking Now
May 7-13 – Booking Now
Book now and save for spring 2025!
Book your tour for spring 2025, send in your deposit before October 31st, 2024, and pay 2024 rates!
(prices will increase in 2025).
Reviews from Fellow Travelers
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John G. Fall 2023An experience you’ll never forget, and wish never ended. We learned of Dirk’s tours through a friend and he shared his wonderful experience, which had us sold from hello. We had an expectation that it would be a great experience, but WOW Dirk blew us away! No detail spared, from registration to departure day with a call to check in on us with any questions. We arrived early to experience Aix en Provence, prior to the tour, and again Dirk reached out to welcome us! He accommodated our pickup and when we arrived at La Grand Bastide hotel, he was there ready to greet us- and make sure we were set up. These little touch points were unlike any experience, and from there it was like Dirk planned to exceed any expectations you have. His attention to detail from the itinerary, cars, planning out every meal, carefully planning the trip, sight seeing and mid day snacks and finally ending the day with dinner that was meticulously planned, with our pleasure, relaxation and culinary experiences you could never imagine. We’ve done plenty of travel, cruises etc. and by far Dirk has set the bar beyond anything we’ve experienced. We can’t wait for his new itinerary.. What else can we tell you- Just do it!!Read more
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E. O. Fall 2023A “must do” trip for those that want to see beautiful locations in the south of France! From the French Riveria to The Alps. Dirk takes you to the places you would never explore on your own. Dinner at a château, lunch at a local farm, and other fabulous experiences!Read more
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Shannon D. Fall 2023We enjoyed a fabulous French Riviera Mini Cooper driving tour to some areas that were so serene and spectacular that we would have never ventured to or found on our own. We ate at some restaurants that we would have not known they existed, had Dirk not made it part of our tour. It was definitely an unforgettable experience that we will always cherish! You definitely want this on your travel bucket list!Read more
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Ivy S. Fall 2022Our trip exceeded our expectations in every possible way. From the moment we arrived we felt like everything was taken care of for us and we could just enjoy our trip! The meals and hotel were incredible, and we were able to see so much more than we would have on our own because of Dirk’s knowledge of the area and leading the way. One of my favorite experiences was cruising up to a small town in Italy with incredible views and having lunch at a local family- owned spot in the country. We would have never found that on our own. JP, the wine guy, left a big impression as well. He was fun and had a vast knowledge of wine. Undoubtedly one of the greatest trips of our life that we will never forget! I cannot say enough good things!Read more
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Madeline R. Fall 2022If you want an amazing vacation filled with excitement, incredible adventures, delicious food and wine, and memories that will last a lifetime, Riviera Driving Tours with Dirk Dominick is the trip for you! Dirk handled everything and was always available before, during and after the trip to help us with anything and everything we needed!Read more
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Josef S. Fall 2022
First, let me tell you (yet again) that we had the most amazing trip ever!! The reason we had such an amazing time is because you have put so much energy, thought, and effort into every part of this trip. We came to you not really knowing what to expect and somehow you still managed to exceed anything we could have imagined. The driving was amazing, the cars were spectacular (hard to not have fun when driving a Porsche), the food and wine were out of this world, and the accommodations were lovely. In short, we put our trip in your hands without knowing what to expect and this was hands down the best trip ever! Thank you again Dirk!!
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Mike F. Fall 2022
This was the best travel decision we have ever made! Neither words nor pictures can do the trip justice. It is superbly planned to the infinite detail but you never feel like you are being pushed or pulled. I would take this tour in any country it is offered. Right now, it is only offered in the south of France. If you have a bucket list you should seriously consider putting this trip on it and moving it to the very top!
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Paul G. Spring 2019This was a magical experience. The creativity, thoughtfulness, and energy brought to the planning and execution of the itinerary was extraordinary...absolutely superhuman. Thank you for including me and for creating such a memorable experience. I cannot imagine a better trip and truly hope you will permit me to join the next one!Read more
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Margaret A. Spring 2019Fun, fun, fun! What an awesome way to see the beautiful French Riviera! Sign us up again!Read more
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Beth W. Fall 2022
An exceptional vacation experience! Riviera Driving Tours took us on the trip of a lifetime through the charming villages and beautiful vistas of southern France. We loved zipping along the scenic roads in our cute little Mini Cooper parade, stopping for photo ops on clifftops, amazing meals in historic towns, picnics overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and attentive to every detail. He went above and beyond to ensure each guest had the perfect trip. Great food, fabulous wine, exciting driving, unique experiences - it all adds up to the most memorable European vacation! We will definitely use Riviera Driving Tours again.
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Libby & Allen H. Fall 2023
The French Riviera driving tour led by Dirk overly exceeded our expectations! He knows his old southern French towns (and even one day spent in Italy), and most importantly the best dining spots! Time normally spent searching for stops and restaurants was instead enjoyed with more time enjoying the countryside! Our group had never met prior to the trip, yet we had the best time together and ALL agreed that the tour and food along the way was magnificent. It truly is an exciting and fun way to tour this part of France. Not to mention the little surprises Dirk gifted us with along the way!
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