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Puce Admire the beautiful countryside, towering pink cliffs, white creeks and turquoise water.
Puce Explore the Calanques, along trails that are centuries old and only accessible on foot.
Puce Savour Bouillabaisse, Marseille's fishy specialty.
Puce Enjoy the beach, and the lively atmosphere typical of Provence.

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Marseille: Coastal Walk in the "Calanques"
Walking Holiday

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Short BreakShort Break		 4 Days/3 Nights Challenging Hotel - Breakfast From 01/01 to 29/06
& From 16/09 to 30/11

From €250

A Walking Holiday in the Calanques in Provence, France. The Calanques stretch for twenty kilometres between Marseille and Cassis. These limestone mountains, which reach 565 meters at Mont Puget, glisten dazzlingly, much like the Mediterranean sea onto which they face.

Renowned for their beauty and charm, the Calanques consist of narrow valleys surrounded by abrupt rocky facades, dug out through the ages by rivers and now submerged entirely by the sea.

In the midst of these rocky formations, lies the small fishing port of Cassis. Here you will spend your evenings on the terrace, enjoying the area's gastronomic treats; fresh seafood and white wine.

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You will stay 1 night in Marseille, in a 2* hotel in the old centre. Marseille is a lively city and you will be able to choose from 100 restaurants and bars whilst there.
The following 2 nights will be spent in the colourful and pretty village of Cassis, in a 2* hotel by the sea.
Day By Day
Gradients

puceDay 1 - To Marseille
You will be pre-booked in a 2* hotel in the heart of the town.
Marseille is a cosmopolitan city with plenty of character. We recommend that you take a stroll on "Le Vieux Port" (the old harbour) and experience the Moroccan souks (markets). Walk the Corniche du JF Kennedy above the town for its wonderful views and visit the Basilique Notre Dame. Finally, don't forget to drop into La Maison du Pastis for a tasting of the local firewater.

Calanques Town: ATM, shops, all facilities. Accommodation: a charming 2* hotel in the centre of the town, en suite.

puceDay 2 - Cassis, circular walk (5h, 12km, +/-300m).
In the morning, a short bus ride (20mins) brings you to Cassis, a quaint harbour town where you will spend the next 2 nights. You will start your walk in the direction of "Port-Miou", a harbour in a small white creek. Then it's uphill to "Vallon d’En-Vau" following a century-old mule trail, where you may spot some some eagles. After that you will follow the coast to the Vallon de la Gardiole, before coming back to Cassis via the famous GR93 (a well-known long-distance trail), through Garigue's provincial bushy lands and passing Mussuguières Plateau, and its marvellous views.

Calanques Town: ATM, shops, all facilities. Accommodation: 2* hotel in the old part of the town, just a few metres from the harbour and the beach. Meal: Breakfast
puceDAY 3 – Cassis, circular walk (6h, +/-603m)
Today you will take a boat transfer (not included) to the famous Calanques of Morgious; a hidden creek, most easily accessed on foot. At first you will follow the coast to a remote creek the "Calanques de Sugiton", only accessible by boat or on foot. Then the balcony trail brings you to the "Col de la Candelle" (628m). Here we follow the ridge of Devenson's cliff to the "Calanque d'En-Vau". You will return to Cassis mid-afternoon by boat (not included).


Calanques Town: Same as yesterday. Accommodation: Same as yesterday. Meal: Breakfast

puceDAY 4 – Cassis, end of the trip
After breakfast, we bid you farewell.
Calanques Meal: Breakfast
Hotels
Our hotels have been carefully selected for their comfort, location, friendliness and character, and are subject to availability. If the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with alternative lodgings of the same standard and price.
       
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How to get there Included / Not Included
  • To Marseille
    Ryanair flies from Dublin every Saturday leaving at 10.30
    From Marseille Airport, there is a frequent shuttle bus to the city centre.

  • From Marseille to Cassis
    Take a Metro to Castellane Proado station and then there is a frequent bus to Cassis

  • Back to Dublin
    Ryanair flies back to Dublin on Mondays
  • Not Included
  • Flights
  • Holiday Insurance (recommended)
  • Drinks
  • Transfers from/to airport
  • Boat transfers
Prices
Period Price
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Picnic Lunches
(salad, sandwich & fruit)
Day 2 & Day 3

 Single room supplement
Transfer
2* hotel 3* hotel 2* 3*

High Season
May, June, September, October and from 19th of December to 2nd of January
€290
€390

 

€20


110
160		 From hotel in Marseille to hotel in Cassis Day 2: €80 (<4 persons)

From hotel in Cassis to Marseille Airport Day 4: €120 (<4)
Low Season:
from 3rd of January, inc. February, March, April, November, and until 18th of December
€250
€350
100
150

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