France · HIKING & TREKKING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 6 hiking & trekking tours that earn their price, each with the traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
5-hour guided Calanques hike from Marseille Luminy with picnic and swim. Routes vary, guided in English or French.
“Stunning. Our guide, Jade, was amazing. Very kind and patient, provided a more than expected lunch - very informative and experienced. Highly recommend, and thank you Jade!!”
A guided Calanques hike from Marseille with pine-scented trails, a beach picnic, and optional Blue Cave swimming for big Mediterranean views.
“This was a once in a lifetime experience. We absolutely loved it. The hike was challenging and fun, and Freddy was an awesome tour guide. He taught us about the history of the park and made everyone feel safe and welcomed. The views were unbelievable.”
Half-day Calanques hike from Cassis, 7 km to Port-Miou, Port-Pin, En-Vau, with optional swim and guide stories.
“I thought the guide was friendly and attentive. No knock on her I just don’t think the tour was worth the $$. It’s not like I left with a new perspective or great insights. I feel like it would have been best to hike without a guide.”
A 3.5-hour Marseille urban hike with a small local guide, seaside coves, and a climb to Notre-Dame de la Garde for sweeping views.
“Couldn’t recommend this tour enough. It was interesting engaging and fun! Great long walk seeing very interesting sites and off the beaten track. 10/10”
Guided half-day hike from Luminy into Calanques National Park, with early swim time and a picnic of local foods.
“Bruno is awesome. We had a wonderful picnic and incredible hike. The view was stunning. We really enjoyed swimming there. Definitely recommend!”
2-hour Segway hike in Aix les Bains with quick training, lake views, Corsuet forest lookouts, and photo stops for $76.
“Super guide . Une idée originale pour découvrir une ville . Possible pour tous . Mes parents de 80 ans ont adoré. Merci didier”
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