- Airport (From / To Nice Côte d’Azur Airport):
- Operational hours:
- Disembarkation: 10:15 - 13:30 (last departure from the ship)
- Embarkation: 08:30 - 18:00 (last departure from the airport)
- Frequency:
- Operating every 30 minutes
- Estimated travel time: 1–1.5 hours
- Additional information:
- For disembarkation, departure times will be communicated to guests on board
- Recommended flight departure on 3 June: not before 14:00
- Explora Journeys airport representatives will be positioned at a Meet & Greet desk within the airport terminal customs areas. Furthermore, additional welcome hosts will be stationed outside the customs areas at the following locations: Terminal 1 (in the arrivals hall, next to doors A1 and A2); Terminal 2 (arrivals hall A3 near the exit) and between arrival halls A1 and A2. All hosts will hold an Explora Journeys sign for ease of identification.
- Operational hours:
- City (Non door-to-door service):
- Operational hours:
- Disembarkation: 10:15 - 13:30 (last departure from the ship)
- Embarkation: 13:00 - 18:00 (last departure from the city centre)
- Frequency:
- Hourly
- Pick-up / Drop-off points: Sq. Beaumarchais, Fairmont Monte Carlo and Le Meridien Beach Plaza
- Additional information:
- For disembarkation, departure times will be communicated to guests on board
- For embarkation, the first shuttle will depart from each location at the following times:
- Square Beaumarchais: 13:00
- Fairmont Monte Carlo: 13:15
- Le Meridien Beach Plaza: 13:30
- Operational hours:
- Train Station (Monaco Train Station):
- Operational hours:
- Disembarkation: 10:15 - 13:30 (last departure from the ship)
- Embarkation: 09:30 - 18:00 (last departure from the train station)
- Frequency:
- Hourly
- Additional information:
- For disembarkation, departure times will be communicated to guests on board
- For embarkation, the meeting point is on the bridge between the two arrival quays inside the train station. Explora Journeys representatives will be holding signs with the Explora Journeys logo.
- Operational hours:
- Airport (From / To Nice Côte d’Azur Airport)
- Operational hours:
- Disembarkation: 05:00 - 09:30 (last departure from the ship)
- Embarkation: 08:30 - 14:00 (last departure from the airport)
- Frequency:
- Hourly
- Estimated travel time: 1–1.5 hours.
- Additional information:
- For disembarkation, departure times will be communicated to guests on board
- Explora Journeys airport representatives will be positioned at a Meet & Greet desk within the airport terminal customs areas. Furthermore, additional welcome hosts will be stationed outside the customs areas at the following locations: Terminal 1 (in the arrivals hall, next to doors A1 and A2); Terminal 2 (arrivals hall A3 near the exit) and between arrival halls A1 and A2. All hosts will hold an Explora Journeys sign for ease of identification.
- Operational hours:
- City (Non door-to-door service):
- Operational hours:
- Disembarkation: 08:00 - 09:30 (last departure from the ship)
- Embarkation: 11:00 - 14:30 (last departure from the city centre)
- Frequency:
- Hourly
- Pick-up / Drop-off points: Sq. Beaumarchais, Fairmont Monte Carlo and Le Meridien Beach Plaza
- Additional information:
- For disembarkation, departure times will be communicated to guests on board
- For embarkation, the first shuttle will depart from each location at the following times:
- Square Beaumarchais: 11:30
- Fairmont Monte Carlo: 11:45
- Le Meridien Beach Plaza: 12:00
- Operational hours:
- Train Station (Monaco Train Station):
- Operational hours:
- Disembarkation: 08:00 to 09:30 (last departure from the ship)
- Embarkation: 09:30 to 14:30 (last departure from the train station)
- Frequency:
- Hourly
- Additional information:
- For disembarkation, departure times will be communicated to guests on board
- For embarkation, the meeting point is on the bridge between the two arrival quays inside the train station. Explora Journeys representatives will be holding signs with the Explora Journeys logo.
- Operational hours:
No. The Complimentary Shared Shuttle service is only available within the advertised operating hours.
No. The Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service operates between designated pick-up and drop-off points only.
Uber and other ride sharing services are not permitted to operate pick-ups in Monaco, but operate from the Nice airport.
If your arrival or departure falls outside the Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service operating hours, the Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service will not be available. You will need to arrange your own transportation, such as a taxi, at your own expense.
Yes, the Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service is free of charge.
No, pre-reservation is not mandatory but is strongly recommended.
To ensure proper coordination and a smooth transfer experience.
You can reserve and provide your travel details through our Explora Journeys Experience Centre or your preferred Travel Advisor.
Please provide:
- For embarkation: Airline / Flight number / Arrival Date and Time and Arrival Airport (embarkation)
- For disembarkation: Airline / Flight number / Departure Date and Time and Departure Airport.
Flight details are mandatory to reserve the Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service from / to the Airport.
Please provide:
- For embarkation: Train number / departure city / arrival city / arrival date and arrival
- For disembarkation: Train number / departure city / arrival city / departure date and departure time
Desired drop-off location (disembarkation) and/or pick-up location (embarkation) and time.
Vehicle type and size depend on the destination.
Language skills may vary depending on the driver.
Accessible transportation is limited and must be pre-reserved at least one month in advance. For assistance, please contact our Guest Care Team at the following email address: [email protected]
NB: The use of a wheelchair or mobility scooter is mandatory to qualify for this service. For mobility scooters, dimensions and weight must also be provided.
You must be able to board independently (5–6 steps) and use foldable mobility equipment.
- Reservations up to six days prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Both Pre- & Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service may be pre-reserved through our online reservation system and are confirmed immediately;
- Reservations from five days up to 25 hours prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Both Pre- & Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service reservations may be requested through our Explora Experience Centre and are confirmed immediately
- Reservations from 24 hours prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Only Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Services may be reserved. All reservation requests may be made only onboard
No. The service is complimentary.
Yes, once reserved.
- Modifications up to six days prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Both Pre- & Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service reservations may be modified on our online reservation system and are confirmed immediately
- Modifications from five days up to 25 hours prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Both Pre- & Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service reservations may be modified through our Explora Experience Centre and are confirmed immediately;
- Modifications from 24 hours prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Only Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service Transfers reservations may be modified. All modification requests may be done only onboard
- Modification Fees: None
- Cancellations up to six days prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Both Pre- & Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service reservations may be cancelled on our online reservation system and are confirmed immediately
- Cancellations from five days up to 25 hours prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Both Pre- & Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service reservations may be cancelled through our Explora Experience Centre and are confirmed immediately
- Cancellations from 24 hours prior to the sailing date of the Journey: Only Post-Journey Complimentary Shared Shuttle Service Transfers reservations may be cancelled. All cancellation requests may be done only onboard
- Modification Fees: None.
A premium paid transfer service between Nice Côte d’Azur Heliport and Monaco Port and vice versa.
Flight, ground transportation between Monaco Heliport and Monaco Port or Nice Heliport and the airport departure terminal, and Meet & Greet services.
NB: If you arrive by air at Nice Airport, you will be met in the arrivals hall by Explora Journeys hosts located at a designated desk and will be escorted to the helicopter provider’s location. If you arrive by other means, please proceed to Terminal 1 arrivals hall (between doors A1 and A2), where Explora Journeys hosts will welcome you at a designated desk, before escorting you to the helicopter provider’s location.
No. This is an additional paid service.
Approximately 7 minutes.
Limited to the maximum capacity per helicopter (five guests).
Yes. Luggage is limited based on aircraft capacity. Guests can bring in total: two carry-on bags 35 x 35 x 25 cm and two suitcases 50 x 74 x 25 cm.
Yes. Under two years, they can sit on their parent’s lap with safety belt. No special child rates apply.
- 15 minutes before departure from Monaco Heliport.
- 30 minutes for departures from Nice.
Yes, at Nice Heliport there are border police checks. Transfer to helipad is approx. 20–30 minutes.
Please inform Explora Journeys. Rebooking is subject to availability.
You will be offered either a refund, rescheduled flight or credit (valid for 1 year)
Please note that the helicopter service is managed by a third-party operator, and all decisions related to refunds or rebooking are subject to their policies and discretion. For full details on the helicopter transfer delays and cancellation policy, please refer to the terms and conditions on our website.
Immediate payment is required at reservation.
Yes, same guidelines as the Complimentary Shuttle Service, however, changes are subject to availability, and no refund is given nor for modifications or cancellations.
No. 100% non-refundable from the moment of payment.
Yes. Please follow operator safety and dangerous goods policies – Please contact our Explora Experience Centre for clarifications.
Yes, depending on availability and flight operations.
Disembarkation:
- The disembarkation is via a tender service from Port Hercule (where EXPLORA I is docked) to Port de Fontvieille. This applies to all guests, regardless of their onward travel arrangements
- Luggage will be transported separately, so you should keep all important items and documents with you. Hand-luggage is allowed on the tender boat. Luggage will be placed in Port de Fontvieille and you will be required to identify your luggage before proceeding to the transportation
- Disembarkation times will be shared on board. You will receive a disembarkation letter indicating the time based on your departure arrangements.
- Porters will be available to assist guests with luggage (complimentary).
Embarkation:
- The embarkation is via a tender service from Port de Fontvieille to Port Hercule, where EXPLORA I will be docked, regardless of your arrival method.
- Embarkation will commence at 14:00.
- You will be required to drop your main luggage at the Meet & Greet point in Port de Fontvieille. Luggage will be transported separately via land transportation, so you should keep all important items and documents with you. Luggage will be delivered to your suite. Hand-luggage is allowed on the tender boat.
- Porters will be available to assist with your luggage (complimentary).
Disembarkation:
- You will disembark from Port Hercule, where EXPLORA I will be docked and will depart directly from Port Hercule, regardless of your onward travel arrangements. Luggage will be placed outside the ship, and you will be required to identify your items before proceeding to the transportation.
- Disembarkation times will be shared on board. you will receive a disembarkation letter indicating the time based on your departure arrangements.
- Porters will be available to assist you with your luggage (complimentary).
Embarkation:
- You will embark from Port Hercule, where EXPLORA I will be docked. Embarkation will begin at 12:00. You are required to drop your luggage at the luggage drop off desk and then you will proceed on board for check-in. Luggage will be delivered to your suite.
- Porters will be available to assist with your luggage.
Yes, guests who book their own transportation should follow the same procedures.
es, your transportation inclusions for reserving an Ocean Residence remain the same. Please consult here.
There is no strict luggage restriction, however, you are kindly asked to travel with reasonable quantities and to adhere to your airline’s luggage guidelines.
You should consider traffic, customs procedures and transfer duration which may take longer than normal due to the complexity of logistics during the Grand Prix period.
