Hiking from Cassis Calanques to Cezanne's Sainte Victoire - All year round

The Calanques of Marseille are a must-see and truly unique because they combine wild natural beauty with easy access from a major city. These dramatic limestone inlets stretch along the Mediterranean between Marseille and Cassis, offering stunning contrasts of sheer white cliffs, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and fragrant pine-covered hills. It's one of the few places in Europe where you can hike, swim, kayak, or climb in such a pristine, rugged environment so close to an urban centre.
Designated as a national park, the Calanques are also ecologically significant, home to rare plants, birds, and marine life.

The Sainte-Victoire is one of the most iconic and revered landmarks in Provence. Rising to 1,011 metres, the mountain dominates the landscape east of Aix-en-Provence. Its stark white limestone cliffs glow in the sun and change color throughout the day, creating a striking visual presence that has inspired awe for centuries.
What makes Sainte-Victoire particularly famous is its connection to the painter Paul Cézanne, who painted the mountain over 80 times. His depictions helped define modern art and brought international attention to this otherwise quiet corner of southern France. The mountain has since become a symbol of Provence's artistic and natural heritage.

All transfers are included from one hotel to the next, to the start of the walk, and from Cassis to Aix en Provence. On 2 walks to La Ciotat & Vauvenargues, the return transfer is not included. It is to be paid locally 

From Aix en Provence, you have regular local trains for Marseille. If you want to get a train to Paris, there are busses from Aix centre to Aix TGV station ( 30/40mn ride)

English is not commonly spoken in small villages, but more so in the larger cities. With a few basic French phrases and some effort with pronunciation, you’ll manage just fine. Naturally, the more French you speak, the more enriching your experience in France will be.