Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice)

Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice) - Saorge Village Time: Medieval Streets, Castle Stronghold Views

1.Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 682 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $204Our pick

Ride the Baroque Route rail from Nice through Alpine valleys, explore Saorge and Tende, hike for views, and enjoy guided lunch and monastery time.

“Cyrill, our tour guide for the day, was absolutely amazing. He was very knowledgeable, insightful and very entertaining. He was very funny providing historical formation and blending them together with currents events. Nice's past, present and future presented professionally and passionately!”

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From Nice: Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages

From Nice: Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages - The Train Segment: Why This Route Feels Different From a Bus Ride

2.Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 312 reviews · 11 hours · from $200

Historic Alps train from Nice, plus two medieval villages and optional hikes, with lunch and expert commentary for $200 per person.

“The trip was well worth the time and money. a great way to see the cputru side outside of Nice. the guide was informative and had great stories to elaborate on the history of the region. The hike at Annot was amazing and will probably be the highlight of my trip. would love to come back and do it again some day. also, the train ride out provides some wonderful views making the experience all the more wonderful.”

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Nice: A gentle ride on a little electric train with a panoramic view

Nice: A gentle ride on a little electric train with a panoramic view - The 50-Minute Electric Loop, Built for Easy Orientation

3.A gentle ride on a little electric train with a panoramic view

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 156 reviews · from $16Best value

100% electric mini-train in Nice: silent 50 minute panoramic ride, 10 minute Castle Hill view, 8 language audio.

“Excellent tour around Nice including going up Castle Hille where you can get off and wander then rejoin the train. Audio is on headsets in multiple languages. Mostly on main roads but still a great value and fun activity.”

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Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle

Tour with the Mountain Train, Trek to Mystic Forest and Castle - The historic train ride along the Var: the part you’ll remember later

Mountain Train Experience: Hike & Mystic Forest (From Nice)

Mountain Train Experience: Hike & Mystic Forest (From Nice) - Meeting at Gare des Chemins de fer de Provence, and why being early helps

5.Mountain Train Experience: Hike & Mystic Forest (From Nice)

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 12 reviews · 13 hours · from $188

From Nice, ride a historic Alps train to Entrevaux and Annot, then hike Mystic Forest. Guided tours and local lunch, 13 hours.

“Our guide Cyril was the absolute BEST! This was one of the best tour experiences we have ever had. Very knowledgable and passionate about France, Nice and the surrounding area. The train ride scenery was stunning. The medieval villages were quaint and so well preserved. The lunch consisted of local cuisine and a beautiful local wine from the town Boucher, a family run business. Overall on scale of 10 Cyril made our experience a 15!”

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French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice)

French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice) - Price and value: what $174.23 buys you

6.French Riviera Colorado & Var West by Train (from Cannes/Nice)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $174

Train through the French Riviera’s Estérel red rocks from Nice and Cannes, with WWII beach history, castle options, and sea-time kayaking.

“This one-day tour took us by train from Nice to Cannes, through numerous picturesque towns and to Cap Esterel, a beautiful resort. Cyril guided us every step of the way and gave us lots of information about the area. It included a lunch at Cap Esterel and a stop in Antibes on the way back to Nice. It was an excellent tour and the price was all inclusive. Very worthwhile. One of the best tours we’ve done.”

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