Sanary-sur-Mer & the Cote D'Azur
Sanary-sur-Mer & the Cote D'Azur
Sanary-sur-Mer & the Cote D'Azur
9 Days
Visiting: Sanary-sur-Mer, Bandol & Cassis, Aix-en-Provence, Free Time or Saint Tropez & Bormes-les-Mimosas, Hyères
Tour operator:
Tour code:
9fsm
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey to the enchanting Cote D'Azur with a stay in the charming town of Sanary-sur-Mer. This nine-day tour begins with a scenic drive through northern France, leading to a six-night stay at the 4-star Best Western Soleil et Jardin Hotel. Explore the vibrant harbors of Bandol and Cassis, renowned for their fine wines and picturesque landscapes. Discover the historic allure of Aix-en-Provence, the 'City of a Thousand Fountains,' and enjoy leisure time in Sanary-sur-Mer, with its colorful markets and medieval charm. Opt for an excursion to the glamorous Saint Tropez and the quaint village of Bormes-les-Mimosas, or unwind in the serene beauty of Hyères. This tour offers a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration along the stunning French Riviera.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2 Sanary-Sur-Mer
Location: Sanary-sur-Mer
We head south to reach the Provençal resort town of Sanary-sur-Mer for a six-night stay.
Day 3 Bandol & Cassis
Location: Bandol & Cassis
An included excursion takes us first to Bandol, famed for its fine red wines, which are often served cold. Here, you can wander the tree-lined promenade and admire the yachts in the bustling harbour.
We continue to picturesque Cassis, which has managed to retain the old-world charm of a small fishing village with its colourful, pastel buildings – perfect for sitting with a coffee and watching the world go by. The area is famous for the impressive inlets and white cliffs of the Calanques, standing high above the beautiful turquoise sea.
Day 4 Aix-En-Provence
Location: Aix-en-Provence
Today we visit the delightful, former capital of Provence, Aix-en-Provence, known as the ‘City of a Thousand Fountains’. Explore the medieval centre with its charming streets and lanes, leading to squares lined with grand buildings. This was the home to the artist, Paul Cezanne, and his legacy can be found throughout the city. Watch the world go by from a pavement café on the elegant, tree-lined Cours Mirabeau.
Day 5 Sanary-Sur-Mer
Location: Sanary-sur-Mer
Enjoy a full day to relax and explore Sanary-sur-Mer, with its pretty pink and white buildings and medieval tower. This charming, little seaside town boasts a pretty, colourful harbour lined with cafés, restaurants and bars. Wednesday is market day, and you can spend some time browsing for souvenirs.
Day 6 Free Time Or Saint Tropez & Bormes-Les-Mimosas
Location: Free Time or Saint Tropez & Bormes-les-Mimosas
Relax and explore at your own pace or join our optional excursion as we visit the playground of the rich. We head first to Saint Tropez, a favoured resort and the inspiration for so many artists. The town has managed to retain a charming ambience, despite its popularity. See the pretty Quai Jean-Jaurè, lined with beautiful painted houses.
For a contrast, we later visit Bormes-les-Mimosas, a medieval hilltop village offering magnificent views across the coast. Here you can explore the streets of the picturesque old town.
Day 7 Hyères
Location: Hyères
We visit the village of Hyères, regarded as one of the oldest resorts on the French Riviera. Stroll down the tree-lined promenade and admire the fine Belle Epoque architecture, or relax in the pretty gardens and explore the charming old town where you'll find boutiques and outdoor cafés.
Day 8
We leave Sanary-sur-Mer and head north to our overnight hotel in northern France.
Day 9
Return home.
What's Included
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Excursion to Bandol & Cassis
An included excursion takes us first to Bandol, famed for its fine red wines, and then to picturesque Cassis, known for its old-world charm and impressive inlets and white cliffs of the Calanques.
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Daily Breakfast
Breakfast is included each day of the tour.
What's Not Included
The visit to Saint Tropez & Bormes-les-Mimosas is an optional excursion and not included in the base package.
Accommodation
You will stay for six nights at the 4-star Best Western Soleil et Jardin Hotel in Sanary-sur-Mer. Overnight stays in the northern France or Paris area will be in city-style hotels.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, traveling south to Sanary-sur-Mer and returning north to an overnight hotel in northern France.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay for six nights at the 4-star Best Western Soleil et Jardin Hotel in Sanary-sur-Mer. Overnight stays in the northern France or Paris area will be in city-style hotels.
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What can I expect to see in Bandol and Cassis?
In Bandol, you can wander the tree-lined promenade and admire the yachts in the bustling harbour. Cassis retains the old-world charm of a small fishing village with colourful, pastel buildings. The area is famous for the impressive inlets and white cliffs of the Calanques, standing high above the beautiful turquoise sea.
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What is special about Aix-en-Provence?
Aix-en-Provence is known as the 'City of a Thousand Fountains' and was the home to the artist Paul Cezanne. You can explore the medieval centre with its charming streets and lanes, and enjoy the elegant, tree-lined Cours Mirabeau.
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What activities are available in Sanary-sur-Mer?
In Sanary-sur-Mer, you can relax and explore the pretty, colourful harbour lined with cafés, restaurants, and bars. Wednesday is market day, offering an opportunity to browse for souvenirs.
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What optional excursions are available on Day 6?
On Day 6, you can choose to relax and explore at your own pace or join an optional excursion to Saint Tropez and Bormes-les-Mimosas. Saint Tropez is a favoured resort with a charming ambience, while Bormes-les-Mimosas is a medieval hilltop village offering magnificent views across the coast.
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What can I do in Hyères?
In Hyères, you can stroll down the tree-lined promenade, admire the fine Belle Epoque architecture, relax in the pretty gardens, and explore the charming old town with its boutiques and outdoor cafés.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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