Welcome to Toulon
Built around a rade (a sheltered bay lined with quays), France’s second-largest naval port stands distinct from the glitter of the Côte d’Azur. It has a certain rough charm, and although it's getting progressively more attractive, most visitors just pass through. Above the town rises Mont Faron, accessible by téléphérique.
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Toulon activities
Toulon Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Provence
After a pick up at the port of Toulon you will start your day with the world famous fishing port of Cassis, in the heart of the Calanques National park, before taking the "cliffs road" for breathtaking panoramas, especially the Cap Canaille where your guide will tell you more about the calanques of Provence.Dozen of hill top villages sprinkle the countryside covered with vines, some are famous like Le Castellet, some are more secret like La Cadière d'Azur, but all are real and authentic treasures. You will visit both of them and discover the charm of the streets which haven't change for centuries.Lunch can be either on a terrace of a restaurant or you can choose a French picnic option (own expense). You will then drive through the vineyards of Bandol and the splendid Canyon of Ollioules, before reaching the splendid resort of Sanary-sur-mer, hometown of the Commandant Cousteau. Sanary, so elegant under the burning sun with its gardens, the port full of "pointus" and its picturesque provencal village will seduce you for sure.Then, on your way back, you will stop in Six Fours near the famous "collegiale" and one of the 22 forts of the military belt of Toulon, to enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the historic capital of the French navy.And if time allows, your guide would like to take you to a little Provencal heaven, the chapel Notre Dame de Pepiole of the VIth century, the oldest chapel in Europe.
Marseille to Hyeres Le Lavandou, Saint Tropez Private Day Trip
Meet your driver at any adress in Marseille in the morning, board your comfortable vehicle and head toward the old town of Hyeres to discover it’s 2400 years of history. Afterwards your guide will take you to Le Lavandou where you will enjoy beautiful scenic views of Mediterranean sea. Your next stop is the citadel of Saint-Tropez. For over 400 years, this citadel has watched over the town. For centuries, it was the most important defensive structure between Antibes and Toulon. Remarkably well-preserved, you will admire lovely views over the bay of Saint-Maxim and the Maures, and observe the peacocks who roam freely here. Do not miss the Maison Des Papillons (butterfly house). At the end of a typical alley, there is a door which opens onto a fabulous collection of butterflies (more than 4,500). Inside the house owned by the family of the photographer (Lartigue). His son, a painter and entomologist, put together his collection of species from around the world, presenting them in some really attractive displays. Your last stop will be the small port of Saint Tropez. Dominated by its citadel, the city is a town which became popular as a stopover for artists during their summer European stay. First came painters, now this former republic owes its worldwide renown essentially to film stars. It was also the birthplace of some of France’s most famous sailors.At the end of your tour, your guide will take you back to Marseille .
CULTURAL & WINE TOUR
In a minibus of maximum 8 persons, I will pick you up between 9 and 10:00 am at your hotel or your résidence. - Then we will leave to visit Thoronet abbey one of the "three Provençal Sisters", the other two being Sénanque and Silvacane.The Thoronet abbey was founded in the twelfth century in Provence, for a community of twenty monks only, it is the first Cistercian presence in this area. tour guide with English audio guide. - After this experience, we will have a gourmet lunch in a famous vineyard and you will taste wine Avec un minibus de 8 personnes maximum, je viens vous chercher à votre lieu de résidence ou à votre hotel entre 9h et 10h en fonction du lieu. - Nous commençons la journée, par une visite guidée de l'abbaye du Thoronet, Merveille Cistercienne de Provence. Laissez vous bluffer par cette magnifique construction. - Puis nous déjeunerons dans un domaine viticole réputé ou vous pourrez déguster le vin et visiter les chais.
Waterfall Day Tour lunch included from Toulon
In a minibus of maximum 8 persons, I will pick you up between 9 and 10:00 am at your hotel or your résidence. - Then we will leave to visit Thoronet abbey one of the "three Provençal Sisters", the other two being Sénanque and Silvacane.The Thoronet abbey was founded in the twelfth century in Provence, for a community of twenty monks only, it is the first Cistercian presence in this area. tour guide with English audio guide. - After this experience, we will have a gourmet lunch include in a vineyard. - We will walk to Sillans Waterfall - We will stop to Cotignac village, where we will visit troglodytes old houses built in tufa roc. - To finish day, tasting real goat cheese and visit of the farm. Avec un minibus de 8 personnes maximum, je viens vous chercher sur votre lieu de résidence ou à votre hotel entre 9h et 10h en fonction du lieu. - Nous commencerons la journée, par une visite guidée de l'abbaye du Thoronet, Merveille Cistercienne de Provence. Laissez vous bluffer par cette magnifique construction. - Puis le déjeuner est inclus dans un domaine viticole au milieu des vignes - Après le déjeuner, nous partirons pour la cascade de Sillans, une courte balade de 15 minutes pour y accéder - Nous visiterons ensuite le village de caractère de Cotignac et ses maisons troglodytes creusées dans la roche de tuf - Puis nous terminerons, notre journée par une visite d'une ferme de fromage de chèvre ainsi qu'une dégustation de celui-ci.
Family Fun, depuis Toulon, Hyères, Le Lavandou
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Aoubre L'aventure Nature, Flassans-sur-Issole, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurFun in the forest with access to the park. Discover a unique nature place where you can stroll in the middle of the butterfly garden, pet the animals (goats, ducks, chickens and rabbits), take the sound path or barefoot trail, and for more sporty people: tree climbing (included in price)- Free Lunch in park snack restaurant or bring your pic-nic bag.Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Le Village des Tortues, Carnoules, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurTour guide to visit Turtle Village, a unique educational and conservation center for the protection of turtles. It houses the scientific and conservation activities of the association SOPTOM.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: La Chute du Grand BaouOn Ribeirote river, there is a tavern at the top of the "Grand Baou" waterfall. Baou signify cliff in Provencal. We will have lunch in this tavern and after you will swim in this fresh water during summer and enjoy to lose few degrees.Duration: 4 hours
Circuit Gourmand, tout inclus, depuis Toulon, Hyères, Le Lavandou
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Domaine du Rayol, Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer, French Riviera - Cote d'Azur, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurJardins méditerranéens qui abrite des espèces de plusieurs climats méditerranéens du mondeDuration: 2 hoursStop At: Sentier du littoral - Le Lavandou - Plage de la Fossette, Le Lavandou, French Riviera - Cote d'Azur, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurRoute des Crêtes au Lavandou, ou nous déjeunerons dans un restaurant avec une vue imprenable sur les iles d'or.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Moulin du Haut Jasson, La Londe Les Maures, French Riviera - Cote d'Azur, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurMoulin à huile plusieurs fois médaillé d'or au salon de l'agriculture de Paris. Chantal nous fera visiter son verger, nous expliquera comment les oliviers poussent, fleurissent, et font des olives, et nous auront l'occasion de déguster ses huiles d'olive exquises.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Figuiere, La Londe Les Maures, French Riviera - Cote d'Azur, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurDomaine viticole réputé où nous pourrons déguster des vins du paysDuration: 30 minutes