French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice)

Duration10h - 11h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

The Train will amaze you with its route, its breathtaking views on the ochre landscapes.

1st stop: enjoy a refreshing walk just along the sea level where the rocky landscapes with thousands shades of colour of stones, overlooking the blue transparent of the sea. Mysteriously uncontaminated by mass tourism, its sublime landscapes has kept its authenticity for hikes to discover its rare pearls & explore Golden Cliff Road "Corniche d'Or".  

Learn about 2nd World War history (Landing Beach of Provence) where the coastline becomes even more spectacular, with jagged red rocky cliffs, wild & untamed, with flamboyant mountains plunging into intense blue.  

Typical local picnic (or restaurant) for lunch (on the water, only fresh, seasonal products).  

In the afternoon we will visit an amazing Castle, enjoy the nicest beaches in the area & hiking in unspoiled nature.

⚠️ SPORTY TOUR - ONLY FOR PEOPLE IN GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
7-20 KM (4 to 12 miles) HIKING' - Uphill 600/1200 feets)

What's included

Professional local guide
Picnic lunch of local specialities
Train tickets (back and forth)

Tips

What to expect

45m

A stop on the beach of the American landing in Provence during the 2nd World War.

We will start with a beautiful hiking around the lakes (antique blue stone quarries), with very interesting colour contrasts and red rocks with a thousand shades. Many points of geological, flora & botanic interests (or less hiking with a touristic train up to the village)
2h

Small and charming fishing and yachting port, with nautical and scuba diving activities. Breathtaking view of the Golden Island, immortalized in Tintin's famous comic book "L'île Noire".

Possibility of picnic for lunch on picnic tables or on a beautiful beach (options sea bath & swimming or kayaking/StandUp Paddleboard or Diving (on previous request) or adventure/escape games or 4x4 buggys - ask previously for extra fees - some options only available for groups)
Le Dramont
1h

Another stretch of coastal path with surprising landscapes with red cliffs falling steeply into the Mediterranean. One of the highlights of the Esterel Departmental Natural Park.

Beautiful views, forest and red rocks cliffs (short hike 45mn - long hike 2hours)
Agay
20m

A perfectly curved bay with a beautiful view of Dramont and the Esterel mountains.
Theoule sur Mer
2h

Sheltered in the hollow of a small cove of the Estérel, Théoule is a quiet seaside resort as much as a paradise which has all the assets to delight holidaymakers: turquoise waters licking sandy beaches shaded by palm trees, numerous creeks made of red rocks.
The perfect place to enjoy sea activities in a paradisiacal place (Paddle, Kayaking, Snorkeling) or just to relax and take benefit of the beautiful landscapes and the sandy beaches.
Visit of Theoule Castle (optional).
Mandelieu-la-Napoule
1h 30m

A stop in the typical village and a opportunity to visit its unusual Castle which shelters the Napoule Art Foundation created in 1951 by Marie Clews in memory of her husband, Henry Clews. The couple spent 17 years restoring the Castle "Château de La Napoule", a former medieval fortress which now houses the sculpture collection of Henry Clews (1876-1937) and international art projects.
La Pointe de l'Aiguille
30m

One of the strong points of the Esterel coast, an extraordinary spectacle offered by the meeting of red rocks plunging into a sea where blue and green take on shades according to the seasons.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

When you are in front of the Cannes Train Station, go on the door more on the right side of the Train Station where are the escalators going down to the piers. The guide will be waiting out of that door with a blue sign and a hat

Meeting point

The guide will be waiting in front of "Nice Ville Train Station", "Boulangerie Paul" terrace, 12 avenue Thiers, Nice. The guide will be waiting out of that door with a blue sign and a hat.

Please tell us if you prefer to start the tour from Nice or from Cannes

End point

When you are in front of the Cannes Train Station, go on the door more on the right side of the Train Station where are the escalators going down to the piers. The guide will be waiting out of that door with a blue sign and a hat

End point

The guide will be waiting in front of "Nice Ville Train Station", "Boulangerie Paul" terrace, 12 avenue Thiers, Nice. The guide will be waiting out of that door with a blue sign and a hat.

Please tell us if you prefer to start the tour from Nice or from Cannes

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Sporty Tour (if you want to make the short hikings)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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