Slow travel: Paris-Nice

From Paris, it takes an average of 4 hours to reach Marseille by train before joining one the most beautiful railway lines between the cliffs and the Mediterranean sea.

Program

• Day 1 : Travel to Marseille, transfer to your nearest accomodation. Discover Marseille, a vibrant and colourfull city, with a strong identity.
• Day 2 : Travel from Marseille to Cassis. Walk in the majestic Calanques National Park. Known for its limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, and hidden coves, the park offers some of the most stunning coastal scenery in France. Cassis is a typical Provencal village with many shops, restuarants and cafes along the waterfront.
• Day 3 : From Cassis to Toulon, there are some fabulous sea views, particularly as the train approaches Toulon. On arrival, discover the history and unexpected beauties of Toulon harbour during a walking tour.
• Day 4 : Travel by train to Nice, make a stop in Cannes to discover this pretty seafront city known for its international film festival and continue to Nice.
• Day 5 : Nice is a city that has always attracted many artists and tourists, famous for its Carnival, Nice is also known for its mild climate, colours and lights, and pleasant beaches.
• Day 6 : The journey can continue by train to Italy or along the coast.

Accomodation

You will enjoy 1 night half-board accommodation in a residence in Marseille. 1 night half-board in 2** hotel in Cassis. 1 night half-board in 2** hotel in Toulon. 2 nights half-board in youth hostel in Nice.

Traveling regions in search of discovery, clipping through spectacular mountainous backcountry, or zipping along the Mediterranean Sea : there’s no better way to experience France than from the window seat of a train.