On your French break why not try something different and take our suggestion of a “great little train journey”? From Nice “le petit train des Pignes” which this year celebrates its 100-year anniversay, journeys through 151 kilometres of valleys, across mountains, explores numerous gorges, visits 50 tunnels and finishes at Digne les Bains having climbed more than 1000 metres.
You will discover from your seat the country roads of the villages of the Southern Alps which offer a truly warm welcome whatever the time of year. A stay here is perfect for lovers of nature and the wide open spaces and those who want to explore this splendid region between mountains and sea. Truly an unique experience for lovers of walking and who enjoy train rides which are a little bit different and those who want to explore “off the beaten track”. And don’t forget you can make your own itinerary and stay as long as you like and enjoy the gastronomic delights of this lovely region
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Stage 1:
Arrival at your hotel, you will find your tickets waiting for you and information on your forthcoming journey. After you have settled in enjoy a relaxing evening in Nice (B & B).
Stage 2:
You are now free to visit “Old Nice” and explore the local area and then take the late afternoon train to the Medieval city of ENTREVAUX for dinner and overnight stay.
Stage 3:
Take some time to discover this medieval city and its castle and then take the train to the little village of ANNOT, full of charm and cool mystery. Dinner and overnight.
Stage 4:
You are again free to explore the village at your leisure or why not take some mountain air and take the path from Annot to Le Beau de Parou or one of the many other local walks? Then take the train to St ANDRE LES ALPES for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Stage 5:
Offers the chance to wander around the village or take part in the numerous sporting activities, before taking the little train to DIGNE LES BAINS for overnight (bed and breakfast)
Stage 6:
You are free to visit Digne and the Musée Promenade de la Géologie. Then take the little train back to Nice for your final night (B & B).
Markets Days: Entrevaux: Friday am, Annot Tuesday am, St Andre Wednesday & Saturday am, Digne Wednesday am & Saturday all day.
Steam Train Option
On Sundays during May (probably from 12th) until 23rd June and again from 1st September to 27th October a steam train runs on part of the route we use on this tour. If chosen, the itinerary will be Nice, Annot, St Andre, Digne, Entrevaux and back to Nice. Additional cost: £18 per person