Guided group tours

Hyères

The medieval city

Pass through the Massillon gate and let yourself be transported back to the Middle Ages. As you wander through this labyrinth of cobbled streets, your guide recounts life in the city in the age of the knights. You’ll discover the remains of a bygone era, such as the Templar tower, the Saint-Paul collegiate church and its extensive collection of ex-votos. Enjoy an exceptional view ofHyères, its harbor and islands from the remains of the “Château de Fos”. The fascinating tour reveals the mysteries and legends of this period.

• Max. capacity 40 people
• Difficulty: uphill, cobbled streets
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point : Hyères Tourist Information Office
• Prices from €168

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Hyères

The history of salt

The Pesquiers pond covers almost 550 hectares. More than half of its surface area has been converted into salt marshes, the Salins d’Hyèresoperated by the “Compagnie des Salins du Midi”, produced up to 30,000 tons of salt a year until 1995. Recognized as one of the most remarkable natural areas on the Var coast, the Salins d’Hyères are fragile natural spaces that provide a stopover for migratory birds and shelter for sedentary ones.

Hyères continued to harvest salt in ancient times until 1995. Exported throughout Europe, salt, a precious commodity, made the town’s fortune.

This visit to the heart of the Pesquiers marshes, now a bird sanctuary, tells the story of the saunier’s trade, its traditions and its legends.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point: South footbridge near the “La Capte” bus stop, under the “Pas du Saunier” sign.
• Prices from €168

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Hyères

Villa Noailles

In 1923, Marie-Laure and Charles de Noailles, famous patrons of the 1920s, commissioned architect Robert Mallet-Stevens to design an audacious villa. A mecca for parties and events, they welcomed the artistic avant-garde of the 20th century: Giacometti, Cocteau, Picasso, Dali and Man Ray… This jewel of modern architectural heritage is now a national art center and a major venue for exhibitions, festivals and workshops. Fashion, design, architecture, photography… It’s a must-see in Hyères. Discover with your group the many rooms and facets of this incredible cubist villa, accompanied by your guide. Enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the historic center of Hyères and the islands, with the sea in the distance.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: in front of the Villa Noailles
• Prices from €168

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Hyères

A time of palaces

In the 19th century, aristocrats and crowned heads from all over Europe came to Hyères for its mild winters.
Lamartine, Stevenson, Hugo, Tolstoy and Conrad also found inspiration in this sunny setting. Palaces, churches and garden villas on the Côte d’Azur bear witness to their passing. These buildings and residences with their remarkable facades radically changed the town’s urban planning. Your guide will tell you all about this architectural heritage on this guided tour of downtown Hyères. Read about facades, unusual places and other historical secrets.

• Max. capacity 40 people
• Difficulty: long course
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point : Hyères Tourist Information Office
• Prices from €168

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Hyères

Panoramic tour of Hyères and the village of Giens

To start your tour, the bus will take you to the heart of heart of Hyères among castles, villas, exotic gardens and grand palaces, witnesses to a lush past.
After a stop at the Notre-Dame-de-Consolation chapel, it’s on to the Giens peninsula that your coach tour continues, between the village of Giens, with its sumptuous panorama of the peninsula, and the Tour Fondue, the last rampart on the way to Porquerolles. The Giens peninsula is a must-see for its double tombolo, salt marshes and the site of Olbia the Blessed.

• Max. capacity 50 people
• Difficulty: easy, some stairways
• Duration: half-day
• Meeting place: to be determined
• Price from €218 (coach hire not included)

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Hyères

Visit two remarkable gardens

Once owned by American novelist Edith Wharton and the viscount of Noailles, the gardens of the parcs Saint-Bernard and Sainte-Claireoverlook the old town of Hyères. They are an invitation to travel and tell the story of their creators. The plant varieties are exceptional and well worth a visit, whatever the season.
In the garden of “Castel Sainte-Claire”, stroll through the park, planted with subtropical species from South America and Australia. The guide, who has a passion for botany, will reveal the secrets of local species. From the panoramic terraces, you can admire the landscape from the town of Hyères to the island of Porquerolles and the “Îles d’Or”.
In the Saint-Bernard park, just below the Villa Noailles, you’ll stroll between restanques and low drystone walls. Discover exotic and Mediterranean varieties as you plunge into the heart of Provence. Smell the rosemary, myrtle and acacia, admire the beautiful three-hundred-year-old almond tree: awaken your senses.

• Max. capacity 25 people
• Difficulty: uphill, many steps
• Duration: half-day
• Meeting point: in front of the “Castel Sainte-Claire” garden entrance
• Prices from €210

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Hyères

Olbius Riquier park

Visit the Olbius Riquier garden, one of Hyères’ four remarkable gardens, with a passionate guide. This former annex of Paris’s “Jardin d’Acclimatation” boasts seven hectares of a rich collection of palms, bamboos, rock garden succulents, yuccas and magnolias. Its greenhouse is home to tropical plants and birds.

• Max. capacity 40 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: West entrance in front of the Olbius Riquier portal
• Prices from €168

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Pesquiers marshes | Hyères

Guided tour of the Pesquiers salt marshes

Through a dedicated tour of the preserved saltworks site, the guides stimulate the participation, imagination, observation, knowledge and taste buds of each participant, using the historical, natural and environmental heritage as a source of communication and sharing. A friendly visit to discover all the secrets of this area dedicated to biodiversity.

• Stages led by naturalist guides, ornithologists, lecturers, nature organizers and ecologists.
• A moment that combines discovery, exchange, sharing and good humor.
• Supervised by 6 guides, including naturalist guides, “Esprit Parc” guides and 1 tasting workshop leader
• Price from €60 per person for a group of 70 people

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Hyères | Porquerolles Island

Porquerolles, nature’s way

Like Robinson Crusoe, discover the island “by nature”. Accompanied by your naturalist guide, discover the wild beauty of this island with its many facets and astonishing natural diversity: fauna, flora, geology but also history, the village, the National Botanical Conservatory and its varietal crops, the irrigation system, the Argent beach, the cliffs of the south coast and the lagoons. A great day to discover the island in a group.

• Max. capacity 25 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: half-day
• Meeting place: to be determined
• Price from €275 for the group (boat crossing not included)
• The crossing and the guide’s parking are at the group’s expense.

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Hyères | Porquerolles Island

Porquerolles, culture

What better way to discover the island of Porquerolles and its hidden treasures than with a guided tour? A story full of legends and twists! The charming village square and its Mexican-style church, the “Moulin du Bonheur”, the Sainte-Agathe fort and its breathtaking views, the Emmanuel Lopez garden and its island plants… Take a breath and let yourself be guided.

• Max. capacity 40 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: half-day
• Meeting place: to be determined
• Group rates from €210 (boat crossing not included)
• The crossing and the guide’s parking are at the group’s expense.

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Hyères | Port-Cros Island

Guided tour of Port-Cros

Port-Cros offers you a breath of fresh air. The smallest of the “Iles d’Or” is also the most unspoilt.
Your guide will tell you all about this jewel of the Mediterranean as soon as you cross the harbor from Hyères. Less than an hour later, you dock in the colorful little port, nestled in a cove overlooked by the mighty “Fort du Moulin”.
You’ll get a sense of the island, its history and the work of the national park.
Then head for “Fort de l’Estissac” and “Pointe du Grand-père” for the best view of la Palud bay and Rascas rock.
You continue your walk up towards the interior of the island via the “Vallon Noir” to reach the “Fortin de la Vigie”. The return journey takes in the Solitude valley via “Le Manoir”, a timeless haven of peace.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: challenging hiking trails
• Duration: one day
• Meeting point: Hyères harbour
• Price from €330 for the group (boat crossing not included)
• Crossing and guide’s lunch at group’s expense

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Ollioules

The historic heart and the nougat factory

Our guide takes you on a two-part tour of Ollioules. First of all, a visit to the “Cité de l’Olivier” takes you on a tour of a rich, well-preserved heritage, with theRomanesque church of Saint-Laurent and medieval streets and facades featuring porches and arcades. In the Renaissance district, the famous Provencal gypseries reveal their secrets.
You’ll then visit the Nougat Jonquier artisanal factory. Learn about the history of this delicious confection on a tour of the workshop, followed by a nougat-making demonstration and a tasting of the different types of nougat: white, black, hard and soft.

• Max. capacity 25 people
• Difficulty: uphill town center, cobbled streets
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point : Ollioules Tourist Information Office
• Prices from €168

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Ollioules

The Arrosants canal

Our guide invites you to discover how the waters of the Reppe were domesticated by man from the Middle Ages onwards, thanks to the construction of canals known as Béal, which include the “Canal des Moulins”, the “Canal des Fontaines” and the “Canal des Jardins”. Over the centuries, the people of Ollioules have ingeniously and stubbornly shared these waters.
On this tour, you’ll also learn how Ollioules became the flower capital of France from 1850 to 1960. You’ll visit the Palisson mill, a genuine 16th-century flour mill currently being restored, where you’ll learn about the miller’s trade and the traditional tools used to grow wheat.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: long visit, for good walkers
• Duration: 2h30
• Meeting point : Ollioules Tourist Information Office
• Bring closed shoes and drinks to keep hydrated in fine weather.
• Prices from €168

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Ollioules

In the skin of a naturalist

This guided walk on the flora and fauna of the Castellane park takes you through its rich biodiversity. On this tour, you’ll learn how a lizard’s tail grows back, the life cycle of cicadas and much more about the nature of Provence Méditerranée.

• Max. capacity 15 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point: Castellane public park
• Prices from €168

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Ollioules

Art craftsman, at the heart of exceptional know-how

Since Neolithic times, theOllioules area has been synonymous with quality craftsmanship. From alley to alley, your guide explains the different techniques used to decorate facades and window frames(gypseries) during the Renaissance.
Your guide will take you through centuries of olive-growing, from the production of olive oil to the creation of the famous “savons de Toulon” (now known as “savons de Marseille”).
The guided tour then takes you to the heart of the art workshops that perpetuate the tradition of experience and craftsman creation. You’ll meet Florence Bertin (Cap Déco), a feather worker, Caroline Mary, a ceramist, Michel Ange Iriti “Michel’ange couture”, a wedding and evening dress designer, and Claude Ferrito, a designer.
The tour ends at the “Galerie de l’Olivier”, where you can discover works by all the artists, and share a glass of friendship.

• Max. capacity 25 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point : Ollioules Tourist Information Office
• Prices from €168

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La Seyne-sur-Mer

Tamaris, the oriental dream

Your guide will take you on a tour of this district created by Marius Michel Pacha, a true visionary builder who envisioned a posh seaside resort in the late 1800s. A stroll through villas in Oriental, Italian and “chalet” styles, parks and gardens, reveals the extraordinary diversity of the designs created by this genius architect. Enjoy an exceptional view of Toulon harbor and the Tamaris mussel beds.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: Port du Manteau | 497, Corniche de Tamaris, opposite the Lion Gate
• Little opportunity to sit down during this tour. Narrow sidewalk.
• The villas are private property and cannot be visited.
• Prices from €168

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La Seyne-sur-Mer

The hamlet of Les Sablettes

Take a stroll through the Fernand Braudel landscaped park to the hamlet of Les Sablettes, which has been awarded the ” Patrimoine du XXe siècle” label. You’ll discover a site that’s unique in terms of its history, landscapes and geology, as well as the way it was rebuilt by the famous architect Fernand Pouillon in the 1950s. Your guide will shed light on the famous legend of the Rock of “Les Deux Frères”.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point : Bureau d’Information Tourisme des Sablettes (subject to favorable weather conditions)
• Prices from €168

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La Seyne-sur-Mer

La Seyne, through the ages

Born of the separation from Six-Fours-les-Plages in 1658, this small fishing hamlet has become a port offering shelter to its inhabitants.
La Seyne-sur-Mer ‘s maritime vocation then evolved with the creation of its famous shipbuilding yards.
You’ll visit this charming Provencal village, which has preserved its identity, with its colorful facades, Genoese cornices, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Voyage church and lively market.
The tour ends with a magnificent panoramic view of the harbour from the the Chantiers bridge (height 40 meters).

Access to the Chantiers bridge: climb to the platform at the top of the bridge on foot.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy, with the exception of the ascent to “Pont Levant”
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point : La Seyne-sur-Mer Tourist Information Office
• Prices from €168

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Six-Fours-les-Plages

Les Embiez, the aniseed-flavored treasure island

Embark on a fun-filled island tour to discover the treasures of Les Embiez island.
During this tour, you’ll retrace the history of Les Embiez through the old salt pans, vineyards, arenas, theold defensive battery and follow in the footsteps of its builder, Paul Ricard. Enjoy the unique landscapes of the island’s various coastlines.
You’ll be amazed by the botanical diversity of this 98-hectare area.

• Max. capacity: 30 people
• Difficulty: long tour with steep climb to the Marine Tower (80 m)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: “quai Saint-Pierre” boat landing stage in the port of Le Brusc
• During the summer months, take along sun protection and water/drink to keep hydrated (no shade).
• Prices from €210 (boat crossing not included)

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Six-Fours-les-Plages

La Coudoulière: from clay to basalt

Take a guided tour from the “Bois de la Coudoulière” to the Cap Nègre battery, and discover the history of the Romain Boyer tile factory, the development of tourism in the Coudoulière district, the unique geology of the Cap Nègre headland and the history of Six-Fours‘ coastal fortifications, as well as the little-known history of the Méditerranée park.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: medium
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point: parking lot leading to the “Maison du Cygne”
• Prices from €168

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Six-Fours-les-Plages

Saint-Pierre collegiate church and history

Proudly clinging to Saint-Pierre hill, the collegiate church is one of the last vestiges of the old fortified village of Six-Fours-les-Plages.
With your guide, you’ll discover the rich history of this commune from a site offering incomparable views of Le Brusc and the city’s various districts. The collegiate church of Saint-Pierre opens its doors and reveals the secrets of its unusual construction, as well as the pleasure of admiring Bréa’s famous polyptych.

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point: parking lot in front of the Six-Fours-les-Plages military fort
• Prices from €168

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Toulon

Discovering the city’s history

In Toulon‘s pedestrian center, take a step back in time with our guide and plunge into the heart of the city’s rich maritime and historical past.
In the old quarters of the old town, discover the architectural heritage of the Provencal city, thehistory of the Navy, the naval base and the penal colony.
This walk takes you through a maze of picturesque alleyways. Toulon, port of the Levant, became France’s leading war port, and will surprise you with some of its history.

• Max. capacity 40 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: in front of the Toulon Tourist Information Office, place Louis Blanc
• Prices from €168

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Toulon

Mayol stadium

Accompanied by our guide, you’ll enter the famous stadium and look back at the highlights of Toulon’s rugby history. During the visit, we talk about the strong link between Félix Mayol and the Rugby Club Toulonnais, the creation of the stadium – the only stadium in the city center and as close to the sea as possible! – the great players, coaches and presidents, the club’s record of achievements… You’ll find out more about what goes on behind the scenes at the stadium as you visit the changing rooms and listen to anecdotes about club life. As you leave, will you be able to sing the famous Pilou-Pilou fan song?

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: numerous steps, the circuit is not accessible to PRMs.
• Duration: 1h30
• Meeting point: in front of the Toulon Tourist Information Office, place Louis Blanc
• Prices from €168

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Toulon

The fountain circuit

Toulon‘s fountains, between art and history, whisper their secrets to you.
In Toulon, as in the rest of Provence, water has always been considered a precious but capricious commodity. What remains of this long history, and of man’s efforts to harness it and distribute it to all, are the fountains.
Rich or humble, adorned by the greatest sculptors or conquered by vegetation, discreet or surprising, used by washerwomen or installed to “fight against drunkenness”, they all tell a story.
This tour features a selection of fountains, inviting you to discover Toulon via the “Place de la Liberté”, the old town, the market and the Halles (covered gourmet market).

• Max. capacity 40 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: in front of the Toulon Tourist Information Office, place Louis Blanc
• Prices from €168

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Toulon

Toulon unusual

The historic-people’s tour of Toulon!
Your guide will take you to meet the people whose destinies intersected with that of Toulon: Dame Sibille, an 800-year-old woman who betrayed her second husband to fall into the arms of her umpteenth lover, and whose story is engraved on the cathedral wall; Raimu, the main theme of the walk, as funny and anguished in life as he is in his films; the convicts, both anonymous and famous, including Vidocq; the odious Father Girard, who led the young Cadière to perversion and exorcism; Pierre Puget as grumpy as Raimu ; Claude Farrère , who so aptly described the atmosphere in the Toulon of the “little allies”, and again Félix Mayol, Clemenceau, Rochemore, Bonaparte and Admiral de Laborde…

• Max. capacity 30 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: in front of the Toulon Tourist Information Office, place Louis Blanc
• Prices from €250

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Toulon

Panoramic tour and walking tour

Leaving the port, you’ll stop in front of the harbor’s first fortification, walk along the Mourillon and enjoy a panoramic view of the beaches.
Continuing towards the corniche Escartefigue, you reach the first escarpments of Mount Faron, where the city unfolds beneath your feet, with a special mention for the main monuments of the upper town.
Finally, we come full circle with our walk through the heart of the old town.

• Max. capacity 50 people
• Difficulty: easy
• Duration: 2 hours
• Meeting point: in front of the ferry terminal
• Price from €168, excluding coach

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