Why choose this Nice tour ?
A great breath of fresh air!
The Mountain Train Experience through the Alps to discover a historic and emblematic train line.
The opportunity to visit 2 amazing villages shaped by a singular history and natural wildlife with a very surprising hike through sandstone blocks (“rain of meteors” effect), rock shelters, a unique geological site, the “King’s Room”, a forest of hundreds years old chestnut trees. The wonderful diversity of landscapes is stunning and surprising.
The 2nd Village is a must-see too with the Royal Castle and Citadel of Entrevaux, its medieval drawbridge, its majestic citadel overlooking the Var Valley. Many hidden gems to discover during an original a full day off-the-beaten-tracks
⚠️ WINTER sessions (November 6th – February 28th):
– On Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday:
1 village: Entrevaux Old Town & Castle OR Annot village & Hiking. Return in Nice: 4pm
– On Sunday:
2 villages: Entrevaux Old Town & Castle AND Annot village & Hiking. Return: 6.15pm
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What makes Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle a unique experience ?
Departure and return point. Historical train station nowadays transformed in street food market. Very pleasant district with a very popular local food market
Historic Trainline passing through the southern Alps along the main river Var, antique frontier between France and Italian reign of Savoy. Great French civil engineering of the beginning of the XXst century. Small train. A must do! Beautiful scenery and landscapes
2 hours uphill ; 2 hours downhill
Classified Village : One of the most beautiful medieval village of France and the best of Nice countryside, with a Castle which was a natural and manmade stronghold of the French Kingdom. A must-see!
Medieval authentic village, troglodyte caves, mystical forests, meteors showers, amazing hikings, nature and panoramic points
Baroque & gothic jewell
One of the most impressive perched medieval castle in France, fortified by Vauban (Louis XIVth minister). Optional: good physical conditions required for the uphill (stairs). Unpregnable fortress
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Hiking option not recommended if you suffer vertigo
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle
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Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Round trip train tickets (4H)
- Professional guide all-day
Not Included
- Pick-up or drop off (meeting point at the train Station: Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Nice Creative Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 7 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 1 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Please adapt your clothes to forecast weather conditions in the Alps checking “Entrevaux” or “Annot” temperatures may change a lot depending the season and day.
Bring good shoes for walking and possibility of hiking. If no options hiking taken free time at the village or playing pétanque or having a drink or food at the bar.
If 13 hours is too long (9pm arrival in Nice) it’s possible to shorten the visit 8 hours visiting only the 1st village and go back by train. by your own.
Some days (like Sunday) return possible in Nice at 6.15pm
