Your converted van adventure starts in Nice
Explore the city of Nice and its region while enjoying the unique freedom that a rental converted van offers. Starting from our AVIS explore agency in Saint Laurent du Var, you choose your itinerary and experience a unique adventure under the sun of the French Riviera. With a van rental from AVIS explore, you enjoy recent vehicles, designed for adventure and equipped with top-of-the-line amenities.
Nice, the ideal starting point to explore the French Riviera
Nice is the capital of the French Riviera. Everything that makes the charm of the south of France is here! Once Italian, the city has a very Mediterranean temperament and its inhabitants are proud of it. A road trip in a van starting from our AVIS explore rental agency in Nice offers you a dive into the history and heritage of the city. But what makes Nice an ideal place to start a road trip is obviously its location. With Italy nearby, the Southern Alps, the French Riviera, and Provence, it makes for wonderful excursions!
Our converted vans: perfect companions for your odyssey
For a successful road trip in a converted van to discover Nice and its region, there is an ingredient as important as the splendid landscapes. Which one? A converted van where the whole family or friends feel comfortable! For this, our AVIS explore agency in Saint Laurent du Var, specializing in converted van rentals, near Nice, offers you three models of vans:
- Combi Adventure Van 4-seater with pop-up roof: a cozy cocoon made for adventure, this converted van can sneak anywhere with its compact size but without forgetting comfort. Two double beds, a kitchen area to enjoy local flavors and recipes.
- Adventure Van 2-seater: perfect for a road trip around Nice with your partner or best friend. The bonus is that in addition to the kitchen, beds, and living area, this rental van also features a shower cabin and toilets for added comfort.
- Adventure Van 4-seater with pop-up roof: with family or friends, you enjoy its living area, kitchen with refrigerator and cooking plates, and two double beds.
For more details, consult the descriptive sheets of our rental vans. At AVIS explore Saint Laurent du Var, you also benefit from many good deals, exclusive offers, and the best prices!
Dream itineraries in a van starting from Nice
There are so many sites to see around Nice during a rental van trip that you might have trouble choosing! As an expert in converted van rentals, here is the itinerary we suggest for a 5-day road trip:
Day 1: visit Nice with Place Masséna, the old town, and the iconic flower market on Cours Saleya. Then head to Monaco for a princely visit to its rock.
Day 2: take the road to the hinterland of Nice aboard your converted vehicle, with an escape to the Mercantour National Park. Refresh yourself during a nature hike and breathe in the fresh air of the Alps.
Day 3: continue your exploration towards the Gorges de Daluis, nicknamed the Niçois Colorado. Canyoning, rafting, and breathtaking viewpoints on the agenda.
Day 4: on your way back to the coast, stop your van in Entrevaux to admire its perched citadel. Then, head to Grasse to enjoy the enchanting scents of the world's perfume capital.
Day 5: for the last day of your road trip, return to the French Riviera coastline. In Cannes, climb up to the Suquet, a small hill overlooking the port and offering a superb view of the bay. Finally, return to Nice and our converted van rental agency to end your road trip.
The French Riviera through the eyes of van travelers
One of the greatest pleasures of a converted van road trip is sharing your beautiful memories with others. The travelers from our AVIS explore agency in Saint Laurent du Var told us what they loved during their road trip:
"We thought we knew everything about the French Riviera and the Alpes Maritimes, but we really rediscovered it during this van road trip. There are far more wild and preserved places than we thought!" Mickaël and Anne, 5-day romantic road trip.
"The best moment of the road trip? Watching the sunset over the bay of Villefranche from the bed of our converted van." Sylvain, after renting a van with three friends.
"Once off the beaten path, people are really welcoming and warm. We made a lot of great encounters!" Christelle, Thierry, who went on a road trip with their two children.
FAQ:
What are the advantages of renting a van in Nice?
With a van rental from our Nice agency, you enjoy total freedom to explore the city and its region. No need to return to the hotel every night, you sleep on site! Each time, it's in a new setting that you park your rental vehicle for the night. Plus, with the kitchen area of your van, you cook at a lower cost compared to a hotel restaurant.
How to find parking areas for vans on the French Riviera?
When you receive the keys to your converted vehicle, you can already ask our rental agency experts for advice, they know Nice and its surroundings well. The Park4Night app also helps you find a campsite or a welcome area for the night.
Is it easy to drive a van in the streets of Nice and its surroundings?
Driving a converted van does not pose any particular difficulties. It drives like a car, and a B license is sufficient to get behind the wheel. Given its size, however, it is advisable to be careful and always stay alert, especially when maneuvering.
What equipment is included in our converted vans?
Aboard a rental converted van, you benefit from a kitchen area with cooking plates and refrigerator, cutlery and kitchen utensils, a gas bottle, leveling blocks, an extension cord, and an adapter, etc.
