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The French Riviera and Golden Islands

A world of bright colours and warm sunshine
A delightful balance | Of inland Provençal charm and coastal beauty
The Golden Islands | Spanned by the Port-Cros National Park
Serene, sandy beaches | In hidden coves with turquoise waters
Diverse wildlife | From vibrant flowers to pink flamingos
Getting away from it all | Enjoy quiet paths and natural landscapes
What is included
  • 6 nights
  • 6 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • route notes
  • GPS navigation
  • two return ferry tickets
  • transfers on days 1 & 2
  • The French Riviera and Golden Islands
    A world of bright colours and warm sunshine
  • Views from above Bormes les Mimosas
  • Medieval streets of Bormes-les-Mimosas
  • Fort de Brégançon to Miramar - Image courtesy of David Praire
  • The village of Giens
  • Walk around the end of the Giens Peninsula
  • Cliffside pool at the Hotel Provencal
  • Visit the Golden Islands
  • Traditional cuisine
  • Visit the island of Port-Cros
  • Ice cream treat
  • Sample Provençal rosé wines
What is included
  • 6 nights
  • 6 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • route notes
  • GPS navigation
  • two return ferry tickets
  • transfers on days 1 & 2

Holiday information

A walking holiday on the French Riviera and Golden Islands

Between Marseille and Saint-Tropez lies some of the French Riviera’s most scenic and rugged coastline. Vast forests of scented pine, cork-oak, and maquis border the glittering blue waters of the Mediterranean where a superb coastal path runs along sandy beaches, around rocky coves, and over dramatic cliffy headlands – the essence of the ‘Côte d’Azur’.

Your week begins in the enchanting hillside village of Bormes-les-Mimosas, so named for the swathes of sunshine-yellow mimosa flowers that cover the surrounding hillsides from January to March. The village itself is a year-round floral display, with more than 700 species of plants and flowers adorning the medieval streets. Add to that the charming Provençal atmosphere and panoramic views of the coast, and it comes as no surprise that Bormes-les-Mimosas was voted ‘France’s Favourite Village’ for 2026.
You head west to your next hotel, on the Giens Peninsula, via the famous Sentier du Littoral coast path. In the typical warmth of the south, your progress is often – delightfully – slowed by the temptation to paddle or swim as you navigate sandy beaches, secluded coves, and rock pools, to reach the relaxed Miramar marina with its waterside bars and restaurants, and deservedly famous ice cream.

A short transfer to Giens crosses a sandbar and salt marshes, where you may see flamingos along with hundreds of equally colourful kitesurfers for whom the shallow waters and consistent winds are unequalled. During your three days on the peninsula – Provence’s southernmost point – you can explore the high cliffs of the local coastline as well as the Îles d’Or (Golden Islands). We include return ferry tickets for access to two of the islands which make up the Port-Cros National Park: the largest, Porquerolles, with its pretty village, beaches, and historic fortifications, and neighbouring Port-Cros – a wild, secluded paradise a world away from the glamorous side of the Côte d’Azur.


Itinerary

The key to Inntravel holidays is flexibility. You can start on the day of your choice, and are free to add extra nights.
  • Arrival in Bormes-les-Mimosas
    Night 1: at L’Hostellerie du Cigalou or, with an upgrade, the Eden Rose Grand Hôtel (the first of 2 nights here).
    As your first night’s accommodation is on the day of travel, Day 1 is your first day of walking.
    Bormes-les-Mimosas
  • Around Bormes-les-Mimosas: 10.5km, 4.5hrs; ascent 485m/descent 450m
    The walk starts near the Col de Gratteloup, reached by a 10-minute transfer (included). A rugged path climbs through ancient cork-oak woods to a ridge with glorious panoramic views over rolling forested hills to the sea beyond. The Golden Islands, two of which you will be visiting later in the trip, can be seen on the horizon. The way continues via the Landon and Caguo-Ven Passes – with more views – and a chance to climb the boulder-outcrop of the Pierre d’Avenon for a 360-degree panorama before descending to Bormes-les-Mimosas.
    Around Bormes-les-Mimosas - Image courtesy of David Praire
  • Bormes-les-Mimosas to the Giens Peninsula via coastal trail: 10.5km, 3.5hrs; ascent 85m/descent 90m
    Today your destination is the Giens Peninsula via a scenic coastal path. A short transfer (included) takes you to the beach by the Fort de Brégançon, a historic citadel on a rocky promontory which is one of the French President’s official residences. Your route heads west towards the seaside town of Miramar, the way a series of beaches linked by wooded, rocky headlands, traversed by easy-to-follow paths. There are endless swimming opportunities, with the backdrop of the Golden Islands almost close enough to touch. The cafés and bars of the Miramar yacht marina make a perfect end to your walk before taking your included onward transfer to the Peninsula, where you stay for four nights at Hotel Le Provençal.

    This final drive of the day is a special one. To reach the Peninsula, you cross a rare double tombolo (parallel sandbars), with salt marshes between the two spits of sand. These host over 200 species of birds, including pink flamingos. April to June is the best time to see them, though a few can usually be spotted year-round.
    Fort de Brégançon to Miramar - image courtesy of David Praire
  • Choice of walks around the Giens Peninsula and Golden Islands: 8.5km to 12km
    Around the Giens Peninsula: 8.5km, 3.5hrs; ascent 450m/descent 435m
    Beginning with a short bus ride (pay locally), this walk follows a coastal path around the western side of the peninsula, heading back along the southern shoreline to reach your hotel’s private beach and pool. This stretch of cliffy coast is punctuated with small beaches and dramatic coves, giving beautiful views of clear rocky waters and allowing plenty of swims along the way.

    Porquerolles island: 12km, 4.5hrs; ascent/descent 280m
    A short bus ride (pay locally) takes you to La Tour Fondue, from where a 20-minute boat ride (return tickets included) reaches the harbour village of Porquerolles. You begin a clockwise walk, winding through lush pine forests and vineyards, past several of the island’s many historic forts and then crossing the island. The onward way is along the clifftops, passing more fortifications to reach the Cap d’Arme lighthouse on the island’s southern point before heading inland back to Porquerolles.

    Port-Cros island: 12km, 5hrs; ascent/descent 405m
    Port-Cros is the wild heart of the national park of the same name. After catching a bus (pay locally) to the harbour of Hyères, you take the hour-long ferry ride (included) to the island. From the picturesque Port-Cros quayside, overlooked by the Fort du Moulin, your walk makes a circuit of much of the island, starting along shady inland tracks to reach the eastern coast at the beautiful Baie de Port Man, and its fort on the headland which since the 17th century has guarded the straits between Port-Cros and the nearby Levant island. The way then continues around the coast, mostly high above the shore, following winding paths through shady maquis punctuated with dramatic sea views.
    Porquerolles Island
    Port-Cros island

Accommodation

For this holiday, we’ve chosen hotels imbued with Provençal charm, the spirit of the sea, or a blend of the two – in other words, the essence of the French Riviera.

To make your holiday all the more special, we offer an upgrade option in Bormes-les-Mimosas.

Extend your stay

Prices & travel options
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  • 6 nights: 15 March 2027 - 15 June 2027 & 15 September 2027 - 31 October 2027

    Start any day | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Price *
    15 - 30 Mar 2027 From £1385
    31 Mar - 29 Apr 2027 From £1415
    30 Apr - 30 May 2027 From £1705
    31 May - 8 Jun 2027 From £1775
    14 - 29 Sep 2027 From £1775
    30 Sep - 24 Oct 2027 From £1415

    * Final price is subject to change due to the customisable nature of our holidays and is dependent on accommodation availability for the dates selected. We will contact you to confirm the final price. Single supplements are applicable on many of our holidays. Please contact us for full details.

    Includes accommodation, meals and services integral to the holiday as described, plus walking notes, but no travel from the UK, nor any connecting travel from the airport unless stated below.

    Book your flights through us and we'll find the best route and times to suit you. Please contact us to find out more about our flight booking service. We can also book connecting travel - see below.

  • RECOMMENDED AIRPORT(S):
    Marseille

    Travelling from the UK

    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  we recommend flying via Marseille. To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    Travelling from outside the UK
    We have many years' experience catering for customers who live outside the UK, and will be happy to make tailored arrangements to fit with your plans.

    You have two options:

    1) Book your own flights to London, from where we can book flights and onward connecting travel to your hotel.

    2) Book your own flights direct to an airport appropriate to your chosen holiday. You can either make your own way from the airport to the hotel, or we'll be happy to book onward connecting travel for you. Please consult with us before booking your flights, so that we can advise you on the suitability of your proposed route and timings.
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    Belfast Intl. - Nice easyJet,  jet2 
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    Birmingham - Marseille (via Paris) Air France 
    Birmingham - Nice jet2 
    Birmingham - Nice (via Paris) Air France 
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    Bristol - Marseille easyJet,  Ryanair 
    Bristol - Nice easyJet 
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    Edinburgh - Marseille Ryanair 
    Edinburgh - Marseille (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Edinburgh - Marseille (via Amsterdam) Air France 
    Edinburgh - Marseille (via Paris) Air France 
    Edinburgh - Nice easyJet 
    Edinburgh - Nice (via Paris) Air France 
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    Glasgow - Marseille easyJet 
    Glasgow - Nice (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
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    Humberside - Marseille (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
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    Leeds Bradford - Nice jet2 
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    Liverpool - Nice easyJet 
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    London City - Nice British Airways 
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    Gatwick - Marseille easyJet 
    Gatwick - Nice British Airways,  easyJet 
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    Heathrow - Marseille British Airways 
    Heathrow - Nice British Airways 
    Heathrow - Nice (via Paris) Air France 
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    Luton - Nice easyJet 
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    London Southend - Marseille Ryanair 
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    Stansted - Nice Ryanair 
    Stansted - Marseille Ryanair 
    Stansted - Nice easyJet,  jet2 
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    Manchester - Marseille Ryanair 
    Manchester - Marseille (via Amsterdam) Air France 
    Manchester - Marseille (via Paris) Air France 
    Manchester - Nice British Airways,  easyJet,  jet2 
    Manchester - Nice (via Paris) Air France 
    Outward route Airline
    Newcastle - Marseille (via Paris CDG) KLM 
    Newcastle - Marseille (via Paris) Air France 
    Newcastle - Nice easyJet 
    Newcastle - Nice (via Paris) Air France 
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    Norwich - Nice (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
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    Southampton - Marseille (via Paris) Air France 
    Southampton - Nice (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Southampton - Nice (via Paris) Air France 
    Outward route Airline
    Teesside International - Nice (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  we recommend flying via Marseille. To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    This list of flight options should be used as a guide only, and you should check each airline’s website for current routes, frequency and schedules. Not all flights operate daily, and may not run for the entire season. You should also heed the latest flight arrival time and earliest flight departure time stated in the connecting travel section, as it may not be possible to arrange connecting travel outside these times. Please do not book your flights until we have confirmed your accommodation to you. Alternatively, our expert reservations team will be happy to offer advice and to make flight bookings for you for any of the options listed above. We charge £35 per person for our flight booking service. Your flights are then covered by our package-booking conditions, which give you greater protection in the event of delay or cancellation, as well as providing ATOL cover.

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The French Riviera and Golden Islands
6 nights
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