8 Days & 7 Nights

Walking the French Riviera

Explore the iconic Riviera cities of Menton, Monaco and Nice
Panoramic views over the mountains and the azure Mediterranean sea
Enjoy dinners by the sea accompanied by excellent local wine
Discover quaint medieval perched villages
A perfect blend of relaxed hill and coastal walking

Discover the French Riviera, as you follow picturesque trails winding through lush forests, and along rugged coastlines, leading to charming perched villages, such as Ste Agnes and Eze. Your journey includes memorable overnight stays in the iconic cities of the Cote d'Azur: Menton, Monaco, and Nice, where the azure waters of the Mediterranean provide a beautiful backdrop. Each day, experience the gentle sea breezes and the scent of pine trees, characteristic of this area. After a day of walking, the coastal towns welcome you with delectable regional cuisine and the chance to unwind in cosy cafes and restaurants. Enjoy seaside dinners with a glass of local wine, where waves and flavors entwine.

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Day 1: Arrive in Menton

Your trip starts in the vibrant town of Menton. With its charming pastel-hued houses and beautiful beaches, Menton is a picture-perfect location to explore the French Riviera. As you walk through the meandering streets of the old town, Italian conversations might greet your ears, owing to the town's proximity to the border. This fusion of French and Italian influences gives Menton its distinct character and ambience.

Overnight Menton

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hôtel de Londres

Located in the heart of vibrant Menton and only 25 metres from the beach, Hôtel de Londres is the perfect place to relax in the evening time. All rooms are modern with stylish decor to match the external surroundings.

Hotel Chambord | 3 Star | Hotel

Hotel Chambord in Menton is a charming 3‑star hotel nestled in the heart of the town’s picturesque Old Town, just steps from the Jardins Biovès and Casino Barrière, with the beach only two minutes away. The hotel offers 39 newly‑renovated rooms, many featuring terraces with garden or sea views. Guests can start each morning with a continental or American‑style breakfast, served on a lovely terrace in summer.

Day 2: Ste Agnès and Castellar walk 8 miles / 13 km

Today starts with a bus journey to Sainte Agnès, a perched village above Menton. Before starting your walk, you can wander through the medieval streets of this lovely village and up to the viewpoint to admire panoramas of the Mediterranean Sea, the hills and Menton.

From Sainte Agnès, walk to Castellar, another medieval perched village, and on to Menton.

Ascent/Descent: 193m / 837m

Overnight Menton

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hôtel de Londres

Hotel Chambord | 3 Star | Hotel

Day 3: Free day or Cap Martin Walk 4 miles / 6 km

Spend the day relaxing on the beach, exploring the town of Menton, walking around the Cap Martin or even catching the train to Ventimiglia on the Italian side.

Walk around the Cap Martin: From the centre of Menton, walk along the beach towards Roquebrune and the Cap Martin. As you follow the path around the peninsula, you can admire views over Monaco and catch glimpses of some of the historic villas of the Cote d'Azur and their gardens. Take the train back from Roquebrune back to Menton.

Ascent/descent: 27m/0m

Overnight Menton

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hôtel de Londres

Hotel Chambord | 3 Star | Hotel

Day 4: Cabanelles loop walk 8 miles / 14 km

This morning, take a local bus to Gorbio, another beautiful medieval village. From here, follow the Cabanelles trail, taking you over the Cime de Gariglian (1108m) for a scenic walk with views of the mountains of the Mercantour and the Mediterranean coast towards Nice. The descent takes you to the train station in Roquebrune where you catch a train to Monaco.

Ascent/descent: 757m / 1085

Overnight Monaco

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hôtel Capitole

Located a 30 second walk to Monte Carlo's pristine avenue Saint-Charles with Renaissance-style church, upmarket boutiques, cafés and restaurants. Rooms are immaculate and feature all the amenities you may require during your stay.

Hotel Azur | Hotel

AZUR HOTEL offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at AZUR HOTEL have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a terrace. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels.

Day 5: Free day in Monaco

Enjoy a free day to relax and explore this unique Principality. From the iconic Monte Carlo Casino to the picturesque harbour adorned with lavish yachts, Monaco paints a picture of sophistication and glamour. Explore the quaint streets and discover a world of culture, museums and galleries.

Overnight Monaco

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hôtel Capitole

Hotel Azur | Hotel

AZUR HOTEL offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

Day 6: Monaco to the perched village of Eze 7.5 miles / 12 km

Today's walk starts with a steady climb from Monaco, to the picturesque village of La Turbie, where charming narrow streets await. Joining on a trail just beyond the village, you then find yourself on a balcony walk that unveils breathtaking vistas of the Mediterranean. As you continue, the path leads down to Eze, famous perched village of the Cote d'Azur. Take the time to explore this highlight of the region. From here, you descend to Eze-plage (where the train station is) and travel to Beaulieu.

Ascent/descent: 653m / 708m

Overnight Beaulieu-sur-Mer

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hôtel Comté de Nice | Hotel

Ideally located in the centre of the charming town of Beaulieu sur Mer, between Nice and Monaco. Hotel Comté de Nice is the perfect place to enjoy a summer evening on the Côte d’Azur! Just a few minutes’ walk from the marina and plentiful dining options.

Hotel Carlton | 4 Star

Hotel Carlton in Beaulieu-sur-Mer is an elegant Art Deco-style hotel, located just 300 meters from the Baie des Fourmis beach. The property features 31 stylish rooms, decorated in sunny lemon yellow and Macassar mahogany, as well as a heated outdoor pool available from May to October. Guests can start their day with a generous breakfast buffet, which is also served on the terrace in good weather.

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Day 7: Saint Jean Cap Ferrat to Nice 7 miles / 11 km

You can take some time today to explore Beaulieu and Saint Jean Cap Ferrat. Here you will find famous villas such as the Villa Kerylos or the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild. After some visits, you can catch a train from Beaulieu to Nice. Alternatively, you can complete the lovely coastal walk around Saint Jean Cap Ferrat and catch the train to Nice from Villefranche-sur-Mer.

Ascent/descent: 160m / 146m

Overnight Nice

Accommodations

A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.

Hotel Les Cigales | Hotel

Ideally located in the heart of the City of Nice, a step away from La Promenade des Anglais, the sea and close to the pedestrian area, Hotel les Cigales offers comfortable, recently refurbished rooms.

Day 8: Onward travels

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Is it for me?

This walking tour of the Riviera strikes a perfect balance between hill walking, leisurely town exploration, and relaxing seaside evenings with wine. Making use of the excellent local transportation, the tour spans from Menton to Nice, encompassing the coast and charming perched villages in between.

Tour Type:

Slower Adventures | Where walking and cycling meet easy-going exploring, our Slower Adventures are the perfect combination. Most days are filled with picturesque journeys with some free time to dive into the destination and experience the people, local food and culture as you go.

Activity:

Multi Centre Walking | With a mix of loop and point-to-point walks stay 2 or 3 nights in one place which offers the chance to slow down and really explore a destination.

This trip is suitable for:

Solo Travellers, Families with Teens

The minimum age for this tour is: 12 Years

Ideal if you have an interest in:

Coastal Walking

Accessible by Rail

Activity Level & Terrain

This tour is graded easy to moderate. It is part of our range of Slower Adventures as some walks can be shortened, some are optional and they do not present great difficulties in terrain or navigation. However, please note that 3 of the walks (if done without shortening them) include greater ascent and descent than our average Slower Adventures, and the terrain in this part of France is generally a little rocky and, at times, requires good balance and sure-footedness. We recommend reading the description of the walks carefully and considering the options to shorten some of them (using public transport) if needed.