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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
  • Fort de Brégançon to Miramar - Image courtesy of David Praire
  • Fort de Brégançon
  • Secluded beaches on the island of Porquerolles
  • Medieval streets of Bormes-les-Mimosas
  • Around Bormes-les-Mimosas - Image courtesy of David Praire
  • Secluded coves on Port-Cros Island
  • Traditional cuisine and abundant, fresh seafood
  • Flamingos parade the wetlands in the spring
  • Charming Porquerolles
  • View out to the Ribaud islands from the Giens Peninsula
  • 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

When you think of the Côte d'Azur, the likes of Cannes, Nice, and Menton usually come to mind, backdropped of course by the glittering Mediterranean. Venture further west along the French Riviera though and you’ll discover a stretch of coastline just as deserving of attention – one that looks out onto the same sapphire-blue sea, but which possesses a simpler, wilder beauty and quieter way of life. It is here, at the southernmost point of Provence, that this holiday is set.

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 slopes from January to March. In fact, the village itself resembles an ever-changing floral firework display, with more than 700 species of flower adorning the medieval streets in bright pops of colour throughout the year. Add to that the charming Provençal atmosphere, panoramic views of the coast, and historical fountains and features, and it comes as no surprise that Bormes-les-Mimosas was voted ‘France's Favourite Village’ for 2026.
You then head to the picturesque Giens Peninsula, where you have three whole days to explore not only the nearby coastal trails and coves but to visit the beautiful Îles d’Or (Golden Islands) too, said to be named for the way their rocks can glow in gorgeous shades of amber and brown in the sunlight. We include two sets of return ferry tickets, so you can discover the two islands which together make up the Port-Cros National Park: the largest, Porquerolles, with its pretty village and sandy beaches, and the rugged paradise of Port-Cros, where wild, forested terrain is framed by crumbling cliffs.

As you wander their peaceful, natural landscapes, and dip and snorkel in the turquoise waves lapping at their shores, you can’t help but feel there’s nowhere better to truly get away from it all.


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
  • The Roussel Ridges: 10km, 4hrs; 642m ascent/423m descent
    After a quick, 10-minute transfer (included), you’re dropped off at the Col de Gratteloup, where you climb steadily up onto the ridge for glorious panoramic views, looking down over the rolling forested hills and out towards the sea, where you can spot the Golden Islands floating in the blue water. You continue along the route via the Landon and Caguo-Ven Passes – also with wonderful views – before descending back to Bormes-les-Mimosas.
    Around Bormes-les-Mimosas - Image courtesy of David Praire
  • Bormes-les-Mimosas to the Giens Peninsula coastal trail: 10km, 3hrs; 93m ascent/86m descent
    Today your destination is the Giens Peninsula – via the scenic route. A short transfer (included) takes you down to the coast where you begin your walk from the Fort de Brégançon, a historic citadel built 35 metres high on a rocky promontory and a former holiday retreat for French Presidents. You follow the coastal path west towards the seaside town of Miramar (along the way enjoying more lovely views out towards the Golden Islands), where you can pay a visit to a family-run vineyard and sample some of the local wines (pay locally) before taking your included onward transfer to the Peninsula, where you stay for four nights at Hotel Le Provençal.

    A note must be said about this final drive of the day, as it’s a particularly special one. To reach the Peninsula, you cross a rare double tombolo, with vast salt marshes stretching between its two sandbanks. These rich marshes not only host over 200 species of birds, but their number even includes pink flamingos! Visit between the months of April and June for the best time to see them, although they can usually be spotted all year round.
    Fort de Brégançon to Miramar - image courtesy of David Praire
  • Choice of walks around the Giens Peninsula and Golden Islands: 7.5km to 10.5km
    Around the Giens Peninsula: 7.5km, 3hrs; 481m ascent/513m descent
    Beginning with a short bus ride (pay locally), this walk follows a coastal path around the western edge of the peninsula and then heads back to the village along the southern shoreline, opening up views of the island of Porquerolles. The route undulates with the terrain: at times you’re walking along the top of rugged cliffs, at others you’re just steps away from the sea – passing sandy beaches and rocky coves.

    Porquerolles island: 10.5km, 3.5hrs; 378m ascent/descent
    A short bus ride (pay locally) drops you at La Tour Fondue, where you can use your included ferry tickets to transfer to the largest of the Golden Islands – Porquerolles. The boat ride takes just 15 minutes, so before long you’re setting off from the island’s eponymous village on a pretty, clockwise loop, winding through lush pine forests and vineyards, and passing dramatic cliffs and beautiful white-sand beaches.

    Port-Cros island: 10.5km, 4hrs; 465m ascent/descent
    Port-Cros is the wild heart of the identically named national park and is well worth a visit. After catching a bus (pay locally) to the harbour of Hyères, you take the hour-long ferry ride (included) to the island. Here, your walk ventures to its eastern side, which has an even more untamed beauty and feel to it, and loops through dense forests and past remote coves.
    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.

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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.
    Outward route Airline
    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 
    Outward route Airline
    Norwich - Nice (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Outward route Airline
    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
The French Riviera and Golden Islands
6 nights
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