Toulon, France
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On the Provence coast of the Mediterranean lies historic Toulon.
With a beautiful natural harbour and surrounding hills topped by forts, Toulon has long been one of France’s main maritime centres. In the old town, close to the harbour, the Romanesque Cathédrale Sainte-Marie-Majeure dates from the 11th and 12th centuries. In front of the town hall and the naval museum, the columns are carved figures of men, known as atlantes or caryatids – it is a style borrowed from Ancient Greece. The naval museum itself is interesting, with models of ships, displays about galley slaves and pirates and equipment ranging from wheels to figureheads. The Toulon Museum has collections of art from the past 500 years.
On Cours Lafayette in the Old Town there is a fabulous open-air market selling fresh fruit, vegetables and charcuterie. It’s open every morning apart from Monday and it’s worth visiting just to savour the smell of fresh herbs and lavender that hangs in the air.
- TOUR A - MIMOSA VILLAGE
- Toulon, France, France
Clinging to the side of a steep mountain slope, this medieval amphitheatre-shaped village spreads out in tiers over an exceptional landscape overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
- TOUR B - CASTELLET & WINE TASTING
- Toulon, France, France
Le Castellet retains its fortified looks, with sections of the ancient ramparts still in place, along with two fortified gates, Le Portail and Le Portalet.
- TOUR C - PORT GRIMAULD & ST TROPEZ
- Toulon, France, France
Upon arrival in St Tropez, we will begin our guided walking tour from the waterfront down the neighbouring old streets full of pink and yellow houses that have been converted into cafés and pastry shops, luxurious boutiques, galleries and antique shops.
- TOUR E - PANORAMIC DRIVE TO LE LAVANDOU
- Toulon, France, France
Le Lavandou used to be a small fishing port, but is today an international marina. Upon arrival here, we can enjoy approximately one hour of free time to explore the area, browse the shops or relax in a nearby café.
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