Train Experience Through The Alps (Full Day)
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⚠️ SPORTY DAY Min. 3mi - Max. 7,5mi: Castle + Hiking
A unique experience by an Historic Mountain Railway through the Alps, beyond canyons, viaducts and tunnels discovering new treasures, unknown by most of the French Riviera's visitors. Get the fresh air of the Alps and discover 2 authentic villages.
Come through surprising Alps' hidden gems & be amazed by landscapes, our most picturesque medieval villages, castle, fortifications, draw-bridge & optionally the most beatiful hiking you could imagine through Mystic Forest & Sandstone blocks.
Lunch included in the best restaurant
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⚠️ SPECIAL OPTION LAVENDER FARM & NAPOLEON ROUTE :
Lavender fields in flower, photos & aromatic plants
From June 9th until July 17th: only Mondays & Thursdays.
Longer Train Ride + 30mn bus + short hike: Lavender Farm, picnic & wine, Entrevaux Old Town & Castle
Return in Nice 9pm
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions (except if it rains all-day), please dress appropriately
The guide will send you a text message the day before the tour with the final details (temperature, weather, advises for clothing). If you want to check meteo forecast by yourself type on google: meteo Entrevaux + day of tour)
There is only time departure at 7.30am from Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence, 4bis Rue Alfred Binet, 06000 Nice (the big blue gate) (we don't organize pick-up at the hotel)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Driver/guide
Lunch
Fuel surcharge
Live commentary on board
Local taxes
What To Expect
Gare du Sud
Meeting point behind Gare du Sud, beautiful train station built in 1892: In front of Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence, 4bis Rue Alfred Binet, Nice
Annot
Amazing medieval village in the Alps
Options
LAVENDER FARM & NAPOLEON ROUTE
Lavender Farm & Fields (hike): Longer train ride 30mn + Bus ride in Napoleon Route & by the lake + short hike to a beautiful lavender farm & owner reception
Duration: 13 hours: 1st stop to the Lavender Farm with the typical lunch + 2nd stop to the village of Entrevaux with Castle & fortified village
Typical lunch with wines: Local specialties will be served at the lavender field, with pairings of Provençal wines.
About Lavender : Everything about Lavender, thyme, rosemary (customized): properties, medicinal benefits, gastronomy, practical & romantism
Train + Bus + short hike: Cross the Alps by Train (amazing landscapes), bus ride through Napoleon road & relaxing walk through provençal hills
Meet the Farm owner: Be welcomed by Farm owner : 1h expert presentation of lavender production and its uses in cosmetics (& other aromatic plants)
With Restaurant For Lunch
Best Local Food Restaurant: We select for you the Best restaurants in one of the villages
Reviews
644 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must do!
Kari U,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the best time! This tour was absolutely wonderful and our guide, Cyril, made it especially fun with his knowledge of Nice, the villages (Annot and Entrevaux) as well his clear friendship with the locals made this one of our favorite parts of our time in France! If you are in southern France and enjoy train rides, Mountain views, rich history, and delicious food (especially lasagna) then this trip is a must do!
What a magic trip ....
Aine D,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a magic trip . Thanks to our guide Cyril .. he made the trip entertaining and informative . From 730 am to 9 pm we were in Cyril’s care .. he made sure we got well fed with local food and wine .. The scenery was spectacular and this trip Certainly a highlight and would do it again ..
Loved our tour guide...
Patricia C,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Loved our tour guide Carmela . She was fantastic! So knowledgeable and ensured everyone was doing well given the hiking and uphill walk to some of the sites. Thought the French alps were amazing and so scenic. A lovely day. Thanks Carmela for your warmth and for leading our group!
Carmela was awesome! She...
Melanie F,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Carmela was awesome! She made sure we all were enjoying ourselves and gave everyone options if they did not want to participate in part of the tour.
Impressive visit and hikes by train
Carolyn K,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beginning at 8 am our tour guide Cyril took us to the first stop of the beautiful medieval village Entreaux. We visited the cathedral and hiked to a castle. After a lunch only four of us continued to Annot with Cyril. We walked the village and visited the chapel and then hiked the Les Grea d’Annot classified the top bouldering site in France. As Lake Tahoe residents we appreciate that the area is listed and protected as a highly sensitive natural area. Cyril hiked with us through the amazing breathtaking boulder forest terrain. A long 13 hour day but well worth the effort with Cyril by our side.
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