The trip

LEVEL **

Elevation: +/- 400 to 700m approximately per day.
Walking time: 3 to 5 hours per day depending on the group.
Type of trek: this tour is not technically difficult. 
According to the group's fitness level, some higher level variations are possible.
The tour with one hotel only allows you to have rest day during the week at any point.

GUIDING

Number in a group between 6 and 14 people guigind by a qualified professional mountain leader.
The mountain guide leader may have to modify the programme to adapt it to the level of the participants and/or the natural conditions. As a last resort, he is the sole decision-maker.
To thank your guide, it is usual to tip him at the end of the trek, according to your satisfaction. It is not mandatory but, it is very appreciated.

TRANSFER DURING THE HIKE

The agency offers daily transfers to the hikes by minibus as part of the mobility package (€60 extra). If you do not choose this option, you will need to use your own car for the entire journey. 

ACCOMMODATION

6 nights in a 3-star hotel in twin/double bedroom. Single supplement: 160€ for the week (depending on availability).

Located 500m from the centre of Morzine, this hotel offers all the comfort for a week of sports and relaxation: a large living room with warming wood fire, spa with sauna, jacuzzi, indoor heated pool and a cosy bar. The hotel is also a food lovers heaven with a large menu of local dishes.
The village centre is within easy walking distance with a large selection of shops and an outdoor ice-rink. Weekly cultural events include: a visit to the sawmills in Morzine old town, the slatemines or the local cheese makers producing tomme, reblochon and abondance. Morzine also offers a lively après-ski nightlife with wine bars, pubs, open air djs, clubs....

MEALS

Breakfast and dinner are taken at the hotel. For lunch, your guide will prepare picnics, generally with salad and regional products. Please specify any allergies or dietary requirements when booking. We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring a few extra products for your own picnics.

MAPS

IGN Top 25 - 3245 ET Aubagne La Ciotat
​IGN Top 25 - 3145 ET Marseille

Practical information

ACCESS TO THE STARTING POINT

Meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Marseille Saint-Charles SNCF train station.

BY TRAIN

Paris - Lyon - Marseille

BY CAR

Marseille Saint-Charles, free parking near the train station or meet directly at the accommodation at the start of day 1 and transfer to the meeting point at Marseille Saint-Charles train station with your mountain guide.

The hike ends on Saturday around 3 p.m. at Marseille Saint-Charles train station.

SUPERVISION

Number of participants between 6 and 14 people supervised by a qualified professional (mountain guide).
The mountain guide may modify the program to adapt it to the level of the participants and/or natural conditions. He/she remains the sole decision-maker in the final instance.
As a token of appreciation, it is customary to tip your guide at the end of your hike, depending on your satisfaction. This is not mandatory but is greatly appreciated.

TRANSFER DURING THE HIKE

Each day, transfers to the hikes will be by bus, taxi, or sea shuttle.

ACCOMMODATION

3 nights in comfortable shared rooms.
Located 500 m from the center of Cassis, the lodge chosen for this trip welcomes you to a beautiful 1930s villa with views of the sea and Cap Canaille. The lodge is a 5-minute walk from the small port of Cassis and the beach, and a 20-minute walk from the Calanques National Park (access via the Calanque de Port Miou). There is also a swimming pool for those who, after a day of hiking, don't have the energy to go to the beach.

MEALS

Breakfast is served at the lodge and dinner is served at a restaurant in the center of Cassis or at the lodge. For lunch, your guide will prepare picnics, usually consisting of a salad and regional products. Please let us know about any allergies or dietary requirements when you book.
We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring a few extra items for your own picnics.

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Clothing

• Walking trousers
• Shorts
• Swimming suit
• Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
• Breathable or merino wool leggings
• Fleece or jumper
• Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
• Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover
• Sun hat or baseball cap
• Walking socks (1 pair per day)
• Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in
• 1 change of clothes for the evening
• A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening

Other Equipment

• Toilet bag
• Quick drying towel
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
• Plastic cup for coffee
• Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
• Survival blanket
• Head torch or hand torch
• Sleeping bag liner sheet and pillowcase (blankets provided at accommodation)
• Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended)
• Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.

LUGGAGE TRANSPORTATION

You are allowed 1 soft, sports type bag, with all your possessions inside, of 10kg maximum per person. Your baggage will be transported pn the first day from Marseille to your accomodation in Cassis.