Inspirations
groupsYou’ve chosen Provence Méditerranée for your holiday or group day out, but you’d like a few suggestions to help you define the project that’s right for you. To help you do just that, our groups department has put together a selection of its top offers for the Provence Méditerranée region.
Toulon harbour
Winegrower cruise
Whether you’re familiar with the Toulon harbor or have never had the chance to discover it on a guided tour, the wine cruise promises to take you on a journey through unique landscapes and flavors.
The view of the Toulon mountains from the sea is panoramic and sensational: a mix of limestone rock and pine forests, the mountains surround the harbor like a benevolent presence. If you turn your gaze to the east, you’ll discover the relief of the coves that criss-cross the coastline from Toulon to Le Pradet. The Oursinières can be seen in the distance.
The cruise leaves the waters of Toulon’s harbor to reach Tamaris Bay, located in the commune of La Seyne-sur-Mer. The little port of Saint-Mandrier in the distance, the Moorish villas of the Michel Pacha corniche and the mussel and fish farming huts on stilts will arouse your curiosity. The history of the harbor is rich and not only linked to that of the navy.
On the program:
- A guided tour of the harbour
- Wine tasting at a local winery (glass included)
- A discovery tasting (5 appetizers)
- Price: €43.50
Porquerolles island | Hyères
Porquerolles Day
Come aboard together and head forthe pearl of the “Iles d’Or”: Porquerolles. Cycle rally, explore the coastline by paddle or kayak, aperitif-pétanque in the village square: this day promises unforgettable moments with your group.
For an incentive day, group or company seminar, let us take care of everything.
- Round-trip Porquerolles crossings
- Restaurant lunch (starter + main course + dessert + coffee + 1/4 wine)
- Free bike ride (bike rental by the day)
- Price from October to April: from €67.70 per person (based on 25 people)
- Price from May to September: from €71 per person (based on 25 people)
Ollioules and La Seyne-sur-Mer
From hilltop village to seaside resort
A land of history and flavours:
Discover the medieval and Renaissance quarters, the story of Gaspard de Besse, and sample local produce.
Our guide will take you on a two-part tour of Ollioules: the visit to the “Cité de l’Olivier” takes you on a tour of the rich, preserved heritage of the Romanesque church of Saint-Laurent, the narrow streets and medieval facades with porches and arcades.
In the Renaissance district, the famous Provencal gypseries reveal all their secrets.
You’ll then visit the Jonquier nougat artisanal factory. Learn all about this delicious confectionery and its history with a tour of the workshop, a demonstration of how to make nougat and a tasting of the different types of nougat: white, black, hard and soft.
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. This stroll through villas in Oriental, Italian and “chalet” styles, parks and gardens, reveals the extraordinary diversity of the designs created by this genius creator.
Enjoy an exceptional view of Toulon harbor and the Tamaris mussel beds.
Please note that the “Michel Pacha” villas are private property and cannot be visited.
- Morning: “Ollioules through the ages” guided tour
- Restaurant lunch (starter + main course + dessert + coffee + 1/4 wine)
- Afternoon: “Tamaris, the oriental dream” guided tour
- Price from €39.50 per person (based on 30 people)
- Price does not include coach hire
Embiez island | Six-Fours-les-Plages
Discovery day: your nature stopover on the island
A haven of marine biodiversity, just a short boat ride from Six-Fours-les-Plages, the Embiez island, owned by Paul Ricard, is an ideal destination for a change of scenery. The Discovery Day package includes round-trip sea access from the port of Le Brusc and lunch in one of the restaurants.
This package is available for groups of 20 or more.
Extend your stopover:
As an option, you can take a bike tour of the island, enjoy a kayak trip or relax at the HelioSpa.
Menu suggestions
Ground side
Les Embiez Caesar salad
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Provençal braised beef chuck
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Kouglof-style rum baba
Sea side
Provençal tartlet with olives, anchovies and baby greens
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Fillet of bass, sauce vierge, Camargue wild rice and ratatouille vegetables
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Chocolate fondant with custard
- Price from€59 per person (crossing and lunch included)
Hyères and Le Pradet
Medieval Hyères Day and Mine Museum in Le Pradet
Our 2400-year-old city is the ideal destination for your project or event. From luxurious palaces lined with avenues and majestic palm trees, to cobbled streets in bloom with bougainvillea, it’s a marvel of the Côte d’Azur to discover in the footsteps of our passionate guides. There are so many facets to discover in this sun-drenched region: the innovative Villa Noailles, the secrets of the medieval town…
A visit to the medieval town will reveal its rich history: 2400 years of history, from the Phocaeans to modern times.
We select for you the best gourmet break in a restaurant adapted to your budget.
Lunch in restaurant.
In the afternoon, departure for the Cap Garonne mine museum.
One of the five most beautiful mineralogical sites in the world. From the life of the miners to the history of the rock, a visit to these former copper mines is a living lesson, a fascinating adventure. An exceptional site at the top of Cap Garonne, with panoramic viewsof the Hyères islands and Toulon harbor, and numerous hiking trails all around.
In a nutshell:
- Morning: “Hyères through the centuries” guided tour
- Lunch: restaurant lunch (starter + main course + dessert + 1/4 wine + coffee)
- Afternoon: guided tour of the Cap Garonne mine museum (bus not included)
- Price per person: from €40 per person (based on 40 people)
- Price does not include coach hire
Toulon
Guided tour of the harbour and discovery of the town on the little train
Little train
From the charm of the old town to the sunny port, via the arsenal and Saint-Louis fort, let yourself be guided through the streets of Toulon. Toulona Provençal town that has played a key role in the history of France.
Along its 45-minute route, the little train will reveal the secrets and anecdotes of Raimu‘s beautiful, singing town.
Let yourself be carried away by the Mediterranean breeze wafting through the palm trees of the beaches of Mourillon.
Guided tour of the harbour
Discover the military port of Toulon, France’s main naval base, during a guided boat tour on “the most beautiful harbor in Europe” according to Vauban. Relive the city’s maritime history at the National Naval museum.
Thanks to its exceptional natural environment (the hills surround the town and overlook the harbor), Toulon has become the only harbor to combine sea and land defense. This military heritage of forts, towers and other fortresses, combined with the historic presence of the arsenal, now known as the naval base, has given rise to great tales of strategy, battles and the Revolution.
Embark from the port of Toulon and discover the military ships docked there (including the aircraft carrier Charles-de-Gaulle), the fortifications lining the harbor, the mussel beds in the Bay of Lazaret, the marine cemetery and the Saint-Mandrier peninsula during a one-hour guided tour.
- Morning: mini-train tour
- Lunch: restaurant lunch (starter + main course + dessert + 1/4 wine + coffee)
- Afternoon: guided boat tour of the harbor
- Price per person: from €53.50 per person (based on 25 people)
Hyères
Visit to the Pesquiers salt marsh and panoramic tour of Hyères
Salt, that precious commodity, made the town’s fortune. With our tour guide, the visit takes you to the ornithological reserve that is the Pesquiers salt marsh. Your guide will tell you all about the trade of the saunier, its traditions and its legends.
Lunch at a restaurant in La Capte.
The day continues with a panoramic tour of Hyères:
Your coach tour begins on the Giens peninsula, between the village of Giens and its sumptuous panorama of the peninsula, and the Tour Fondue, the last rampart to Porquerolles. The Giens peninsula is a must-see for its double tombolo, salt marshes and the site of Olbia the Blessed. Finally, the bus takes you to the heart of Hyères, where castles, villas, exotic gardens and grand palaces bear witness to a lush past.
- Morning: guided tour of the Pesquiers salt marsh
- Lunch: restaurant lunch (starter + main course + dessert + 1/4 wine + coffee)
- Afternoon: panoramic tour of Hyères by coach
- Price from €49 per person (based on 30 people)
- Price does not include coach hire
Keep in touch
Whether you’re just starting to think about it, or already have everything in mind, the Groups department is ready to listen.