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Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle

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Overview

A great breath of fresh air!

The Mountain Train Experience through the Alps to discover a historic and emblematic train line.

The opportunity to visit 2 amazing villages shaped by a singular history and natural wildlife with a very surprising hike through sandstone blocks ("rain of meteors" effect), rock shelters, a unique geological site, the "King's Room", a forest of hundreds years old chestnut trees. The wonderful diversity of landscapes is stunning and surprising.

The 2nd Village is a must-see too with the Royal Castle and Citadel of Entrevaux, its medieval drawbridge, its majestic citadel overlooking the Var Valley. Many hidden gems to discover during an original a full day off-the-beaten-tracks

⚠️ SPECIAL OPTION LAVENDER FARM & NAPOLEON ROUTE :
Lavender fields in flower, photos & aromatic plants

From June 9th until July 17th: only Mondays & Thursdays:
Longer Train Ride + 30mn bus + short hike: Lavender Farm, picnic & wine, Entrevaux Old Town & Castle
Return in Nice 9pm

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Round trip train tickets (4H)
  • Professional guide all-day
  • Breakfast Please have breakfast before to come at the meeting point
  • Dinner No dinner in the Train backwards
  • Pick-up or drop off (meeting point at the train Station: Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rue Alfred Binet
06000 Nice, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Gare du Sud (Pass By)

Departure and return point. Historical train station nowadays transformed in street food market. Very pleasant district with a very popular local food market
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Chemin de Fer de Provence

Historic Trainline passing through the southern Alps along the main river Var, antique frontier between France and Italian reign of Savoy. Great French civil engineering of the beginning of the XXst century. Small train. A must do! Beautiful scenery and landscapes2 hours uphill ; 2 hours downhill
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Entrevaux

Classified Village : One of the most beautiful medieval village of France and the best of Nice countryside, with a Castle which was a natural and manmade stronghold of the French Kingdom. A must-see!
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Annot

Medieval authentic village, troglodyte caves, mystical forests, meteors showers, amazing hikings, nature and panoramic points
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedrale Notre Dame de l'Assomption d`Entrevaux

Baroque & gothic jewell
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Citadelle d'Entrevaux

One of the most impressive perched medieval castle in France, fortified by Vauban (Louis XIVth minister). Optional: good physical conditions required for the uphill (stairs). Unpregnable fortress
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Barrême (Pass By)

ONLY FOR LAVENDER EXPERIENCE OPTION: we will lead you to a secret farm of lavender with blooming fields (and more aromatic plants) for a special moment introducing you all the properties, uses in gastronomy, cosmetics, adapted to your kind of skin and necessities.ONLY during the blooming season every Monday and Thursday from June 12 until July 17The Farm is not in Barrême and is kept secret4hour stop including lunch
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Hiking option not recommended if you suffer vertigo
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The guide will send you a text message the day before the tour with the final details (temperature, weather, advises for clothing). If you want to check meteo forecast by yourself type on google: meteo Entrevaux + day of tour)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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4.94
33 reviews

Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 33 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch.
  • Round trip train tickets (4H).
  • Professional guide all-day.
The following is NOT included:
  • Breakfast. Please have breakfast before to come at the meeting point.
  • Dinner. No dinner in the Train backwards.
  • Pick-up or drop off (meeting point at the train Station: Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Hiking option not recommended if you suffer vertigo
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Round trip train tickets (4H)
  • Professional guide all-day
  • BreakfastPlease have breakfast before to come at the meeting point
  • DinnerNo dinner in the Train backwards
  • Pick-up or drop off (meeting point at the train Station: Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Hiking option not recommended if you suffer vertigo
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The guide will send you a text message the day before the tour with the final details (temperature, weather, advises for clothing). If you want to check meteo forecast by yourself type on google: meteo Entrevaux + day of tour)
  • There is only time departure at 7.30am from Gare des Chemins de Fer de Provence, 4bis Rue Alfred Binet, 06000 Nice (the big blue gate) (we don't organize pick-up at the hotel)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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