Nice to Esterel
A Long Weekend of red rock massifs, cut-stone coves, and cool alpine waters
This long weekend distills the Riviera into shifting textures rather than a fixed route. Coastal paths, hidden coves, cool inland gorges, and volcanic hills unfold with ease—each day shaped by light, terrain, and water. Added to this natural beauty are the Riviera’s classic towns, where character, glamour, and coastal charm create an unforgettable balance of nature, movement, and effortless elegance.
HIGHLIGHTS :
• Kayak along the Cap d’Antibes’ broken coastline — limestone headlands, hidden coves, and clear Mediterranean water.
• Explore Riviera towns and learn the local way, moving beyond the promenades into everyday life.
• Drop into the Pre-Alps to swim and move through cool rivers, carved gorges, and shaded canyon corridors.
• Cycle and hike the Estérel Massif, crossing red volcanic rock, pine forests, and open coastal ridgelines.
• Head out by boat to access cliffs and calanques, snorkel in clear shallows, and slow into the rhythm of the sea.
At a Glance
Start / End
Nice or Cannes
Season
Mid-April → Mid-October
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Comfort
From €2,650
Signature
From €3,250
ITINERARY
DAY 1 & 2 :
Wander Antibes’ historic ramparts, artsy streets, and lively markets | Kayak along the cut limestone coastline of Cap d’Antibes, slipping into hidden coves and clear water | Step into cinematic Cannes, from its promenade to cobbled old-town streets, lingering over apéritifs as the evening comes alive | Play pétanque and sip pastis with locals on sunlit squares | Leave the coast behind and canyon down the Pre-Alps, moving through flowing rivers and carved stone | Surface near perched medieval villages, where narrow lanes and high viewpoints anchor the landscape in time.
DAY 3 & 4
Cycle the old paths of the Estérel, winding through red volcanic rock, pine forest, and open ridgelines | Hike toward breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the bay and the protected massif | Drop from high ground toward the coast, following the terrain as it meets the sea | Head out by boat across crystal-blue water, slipping into hidden coves and clear shallows | Snorkel along cliffs and calanques, drifting between rock, light, and depth | Settle into sunset apéritifs and relaxed dinners, carrying the day’s landscapes into the evening.
What’s Included
• Expert Blue Dune trip hosts for all daily activities and hosted meals
• Daily breakfasts, curated lunches, selected dinners, snacks & beverages
• Luxury boutique accommodations (final hotels confirmed with your dates)
• All multi-adventure activities with equipment and professional guides
• Special visits, tastings, and cultural experiences as outlined in your Trip Doc
• All local transport during the trip — shuttles, ferries, trains, and boat travel
• Park and reserve fees
• Baggage transfers
• Comprehensive Trip Doc with practical information and daily guidance
• All gratuities for hotels, restaurants, guides, and activity partners
What’s Not Included
• International flights and travel to/from trip start or end locations
• Explore meals
• Additional alcoholic beverages and personal purchases
• Personal travel insurance
FAQ
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We select small, character-driven hotels and guesthouses that reflect the region.
Comfort focuses on charm, location, and simplicity
Signature elevates the experience with standout properties, stronger design, and a more refined atmosphere
Both prioritize warmth, cleanliness, and sense of place. Your Trip Doc will confirm exact properties once dates are finalized.
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Blue Dune trips are designed for active travelers of all levels.
By choosing your trip level—Easy-Going, Dynamic, or Adventurous—you already set the overall rhythm and intensity of the experience. Within that framework, daily activities remain adaptable, with pacing options, terrain variations, and built-in flexibility.
Beginners, families, and mixed-ability groups are welcome on many trips. Your host will help shape each day so everyone feels engaged, supported, and comfortable.
Your Trip Doc will explain activity levels and daily expectations in detail before departure.
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No. Participation is always optional.
Each day has a core experience, but lighter alternatives, rest time, or cultural exploration are always available. Blue Dune is about engagement, not obligation.
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Explore Meals are meals intentionally left open so you can discover local food at your own pace, usually one lunch on Long Weekend, one lunch and one dinner on Casual Journeys, two lunches and one dinner on In-Depth escapes.
Your Blue Dune host will always share recommendations and may join when it fits the flow.
Explore Meals are meals intentionally left open so you can discover local food at your own pace.
Outside of Explore Meals, your Blue Dune host will be with you throughout shared dining experiences to ensure everything runs smoothly and to enjoy those moments together. These meals are an important part of the trip rhythm—time to slow down, connect, and share the experience as a group.
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Yes. A Blue Dune host travels with the group for the full journey.
Your host manages logistics, activities, and daily flow, while also sharing key moments with the group—including lunches and dinners—creating a balanced, social, and relaxed experience.
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Trips are private by default.
If a departure is opened to other travelers, it will be clearly listed on our Open Trips page, allowing others to join the same dates.
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Group size depends on whether the trip is private or open.
Private trips have no fixed minimum or maximum. For the best overall experience, we generally recommend keeping groups under 16 guests. For very small private groups (under 4 guests), a small-group premium may apply to cover fixed logistics and staffing costs.
Open trips are intentionally capped at around 16 guests, ensuring smooth logistics, strong group dynamics, and a more personal experience.
Any group-size considerations will be clearly confirmed during the planning process and detailed in your Trip Doc.
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What happens after I send my Trip Request?
We contact you within 48 hours to review your details, clarify any questions, and discuss your vision for the trip if needed.
Once your dates and preferences are confirmed, we prepare your Trip Doc — a detailed itinerary outlining your proposed journey.
You review it, refine it with us, and once it feels perfect, we finalize your trip.