French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice)
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)
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French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice)
What's included in French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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)
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
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)
Inclusions
- Professional local guide
- Picnic lunch of local specialities
- Train tickets (back and forth)
- Tips
- 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)
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- 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
