An authentic trip to the South of France
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NB! This package tour also includes Tallinn-Nice-Tallinn flight tickets.
Come and discover the beauty and culture of Southern France! This unique journey takes us through picturesque resort towns, historic ports and inspiring landscapes. Join us on walks through the narrow streets of medieval towns, explore cozy museums and enjoy unforgettable views of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. Tour guide Triin is an experienced France enthusiast who can bring you sights and pearls away from the tourist traps that you might not even know how to look for on your own. Every day is full of new experiences, culinary delights and relaxation under the Southern French sun.
Overview - short & sweet
Purpose: Cultural tour of Southern France
Dates: 20.-27.04.2025
Activity: Cultural and wine tour
Transport: by flight to Nice, we have our own minibus on site
Accommodation type: hotel/guest house
Adventure guide: Triin Arjus (Organiser of adventure tours in France)
Technical difficulty level: 1/5 (does not require sport-specific technical skills)
Physical difficulty: 1/5 (not physically demanding)
Group size: min 7, max 9 (including guide)
Trip price — €2185
Please note: For community members discount -5% (2075 €) applies
Travel cost
Price includes
Flight tickets Tallinn-Nice-Tallinn with checked baggage
On-site transportation in a comfortable 9-seater minibus
Fuel, tolls and parking fees
All overnight stays in hotels/guest houses (double rooms)
Breakfasts in hotels/inns
Travel arrangements and on-site guidance
A French-speaking tour guide will conduct the tour
Group equipment required for the group
Photo material from the trip
Picasso and MuCEM museum entrance tickets
Food tour in Aix
Visit to the Villecroze Grotto
Wine estate visit with tasting
Pedalo/canoe rental on a water trip
Price does not include
Travel insurance
Personal travel equipment
Lunches and dinners
Drinks, snacks and additional meals
Extra excursions and transportation (or if you want to do something extra)
Registration for the trip
Before registering, please read travel conditions. To secure your place on the trip, a deposit (20%) must be paid within 3 business days of receiving the confirmation and invoice by email; if there are less than 30 days left until the trip, the total cost (100%) must be paid. Read more: frequently asked questions ja package tour information sheet.
Schedule and activities
April 20 – Antibes and La Ciotat: The charms of the French Riviera and the legacy of Picasso
Early in the morning at 7.10:3,5 we take off from Tallinn on a 1895-hour direct flight to Nice. Upon arrival we drive to Antibes, where we visit the marina, the billionaires' quay and the world-famous Picasso Museum in the Grimaldi Castle. We also visit the oldest cinema in the world, the Eden Théâtre, in the town of La Ciotat, where the Lumière brothers' film L'arrivée d'un train en gare de la Ciotat premiered on September 28, XNUMX.
We will have dinner in the port town of La Ciotat. We will spend the night at Villa Ceyreste.
April 21 – Calanques and Cassis: A hike along the turquoise Mediterranean coast
In the morning we drive to Calanque de Port Miou and start an 8 km hike on the Le Plateau d'en-Vau trail, which offers a magnificent view of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. At the end of the hike we visit the port town of Cassis, enjoy the hustle and bustle of the city with a short ice cream break.
In the afternoon we visit the La Dona Tigana wine estate, run by former French footballer Jean Tigana. In the evening we return to Villa Ceyreste.
April 22 – Marseille
In the morning we head to Marseille, about an hour's drive away, where we will explore the cultural gems of France's second largest city. We will visit the old port, which is the symbol of the city, the oldest district - Panier, which is bustling with street art, local shops and cafes, and climb the hill to the imposing 19th-century white marble Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, which protects the entire city.
We spend lunch at the Capucins Market in the Noailles quarter, which is considered the belly of Marseille. The market features cuisines from different countries. In the afternoon, we visit the seaside MuCEM, or Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations.
Marseille is the home of one of the most famous French architects of the 20th century, Le Corbusier. For those interested in architecture, we can visit la Cité Radieuse, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We will have dinner in Marseille and drive back to Villa Ceyreste for the night.
April 23 - Aix-En Provence: the smells and tastes of this region!
The morning begins with a drive to Aix-en-Provence - the city of 1000 fountains, the city of the artist Paul Cézanne, a university city, a city founded by the Romans, the former city of the Counts of Provence. The old town has a slightly Italian feel, with many art galleries. The true beating heart of Provence. In Aix-en-Provence, it is possible to take a 11 h 13.30 min food tour in the morning from 2 am to 30:XNUMX pm, where the gastronomic places of the city and local markets are introduced. You will taste the local aioli or garlic sauce, which is a dish in itself in Provence, lavender ice cream, anchovy dip, crispy local almonds and other delicacies.
The afternoon is free in Aix-en-Provence. In the evening we drive to our overnight accommodation, Au Puits de la Fontaine, in Tavernes.
April 24 – Lavender Fields, Mountain town of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the largest canyon in Europe
In the morning we start the drive and pass through the lavender fields of Valensole, which are not yet in bloom, but are scenically beautiful, we arrive at the mountain town of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. The drive lasts 1,5 hours. If you wish, we can walk to the Notre Dame de Beauvoir chapel located at the foot of the mountain on the edge of the town. We have lunch in the town.
In the afternoon we head to the Gorges du Verdon, the largest canyon in Europe (25 km long and 700 m deep). Weather permitting, we will take a scenic water trip (by paddleboat, kayak or canoe) for about 2 hours, with the option to swim.
Dinner is planned at the Saint-Marc restaurant in Aups. Aups is the truffle capital of France.
Overnight stay at Au Puits de la Fontaine, which is about a half-hour drive away.
April 25 – goat cheese tasting, Cascade de Sillans waterfall and mountain villages
First thing in the morning we will visit the mountain village of Ampus, then we will head to the goat cheese tasting at La Pastourelle farm.
We will then drive through Villecroze (35 min), where we will make a short stop to take a look at the Villecroze grottoes. If desired, a visit to the grottoes, the tour lasts 45 min.
We will visit one of the most beautiful waterfalls in France - Cascade de Sillans.
Next we visit Cotignac, considered a hidden gem of Provence, a small village that still captures the spirit of the region. We take a walk along the Promenade du Rocher, which leads from the old town up the cliff. This village also has stalactite caves that you can visit if you wish.
Dinner in Cotignac and overnight stay at Au puits de la Fontaine.
April 26 – Nice
In the morning we head to Nice (approx. 2 hours drive). The plan is to visit the Promenade des Anglais, Cours Saleya, and if desired, the Roman ruins, the Colline du Château park, the Cimiez church and monastery.
There is plenty of free time and sightseeing planned in Nice. Those who don't want to get too carried away by the city life can visit the Lazaret caves and Coco beach, which are a 30-minute walk from the hotel.
Lunch and dinner in Nice.
Overnight stay at the Ibis Styles Nice Centre Port hotel.
April 27th – Back home!
After breakfast we take the tram to the airport and the trip is over and it's time to board the direct flight from Nice 10.15 to Tallinn 14.30.
NB! There may be minor changes to the schedule and planned activities - for example, due to weather and conditions or the wishes of passengers.
Travel documents and footnotes
The participant is responsible for the validity and condition of their travel documents. For this trip you will need:
ID card/passport;
travel insurance.
Visiting all planned attractions is not guaranteed. We will do our best to visit as many of the planned places as possible, but we are flexible and take into account the group's wishes, the weather, and possible (good) plans that arise on the spot.
Read more also travel conditions and frequently asked questionsor ask the adventure guide for more information.
Contact
Tour operator:
Triin Arjus
https://trinitee.ee