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- Discover beautiful gardens and picturesque mountain villages

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Add your own reviewMenton
This was another delightful walking trip with a good group. The leader Jessica was born locally and is passionate about the history of her region, so that we now know all about the mountain paths along which the donkeys carried the salt over to Italy. Hotel Mediterranee is very comfortable, and close enough to the sea that we were able to have some lovely evening meals in a variety of French and Italian restaurants. on the front.
Most Inspirational Moment
The exotic gardens at Eze, and the views over the coast.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Extremely friendly and well organised - goodness knows what she put in her huge back-pack each day.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Not really - the Trip Notes are very accurate and say it all.
Suggestions
Already thinking about where to go next year...
Walking French riverra
Excellent guide, Sandrine. Exodus must retain her!!
Routes, excellent variety, interest and length.
Good hotel. Below average breakfast. I had a very good room, but too much vegetation outside window!! Very good roof top bar.
Good transport.
Flights, don’t like late day flights.
Most Inspirational Moment
Walks up high in on coastal hills, with views down to sea. Narrow hillside tracks, walking amongst special plants. WWII underground area at top of hill - sitting on top of a gun turret, eating lunch with a 360 deg view, reflecting! Being in and exploring the old towns Day in Monaco. Our guide Sandrine was inspirational in her enthusiasm and knowledge
Thoughts on Group Leader
Outstanding - see above.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Embrace the situation and explore the differences!
Suggestions
Prefer earlier flight times No meals included and quite a pricey holiday
Walking the French Riviera
Stunning scenery. Walks a little slow as we stopped a lot to look at the flora but sufficiently challenging.
Most Inspirational Moment
Views and visiting Eze which was optional at lunch stop. Medieval streets in small castle, very worth visiting.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very helpful, explained everything clearly each day, knew the area well and pointed out all the towns and bays etc.
Walking The French Riviera 2017
Perfect break away – good capable leader – perfect hotel and wonderful location in Menton. We had a good week and walked to some super places. We enjoyed great meals out in the evening and altogether with the super October weather experienced a truely wonderful holiday
Most Inspirational Moment
Repeated moments as walked up to 14km. in a day and was able to repeat this day after day willingly and relatively effortlessly - this was inspirational for future holidays of a similar nature
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our leader was very capable - socialised and communicated well and we felt with her
Advice for Potential Travellers
Use Exodus - take a fair quality camera - a sunhat and a good pair of stout shoes and UVA & B lotion factor 30-50 even in October
Suggestions
A lovely location on The Riviera and a great time to go - it seemed like endless summer..
Wonderful hiking trip, great guide Stephanie
The trip was great, really nice group of people ands very knowledgable guide with a great sense of humour. The location was beautiful and the hikes very satisfying.
Most Inspirational Moment
The hike to the Italain border in the hills Overlooking the great views of the sea and the French Riviera and Italy was beautiful and peaceful. Also the walks around Menton in early evening were very scenic.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was very good. Highly knowledgable and supportive. She had a fun sense of humour and lot's of Stories and history of about the area and the plant life.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Lot's of sunscreen and enjoying the lovely French countryside
Suggestions
Overall, very good holiday.
La Cote d'Azur est tres belle
This was my first walking holiday and I really enjoyed it. The Riviera is beautiful. The walks along the spectacular coastline, up in the hills and through the seemingly timeless villages were all excellent. It’s hard to believe that some people live there all the time. The other people on the holiday were all nice and friendly, so I should not have worried before booking.
Most Inspirational Moment
Probably Roquebrune but it was all good. On Saturday morning in Menton I saw Chris Froome, Tour de France winner.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sandrine is a great guide. She has lots of knowledge of the region, was always friendly and cheerful and was always well organised. I like her taste in coffee.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I got a few insect bites but insects love me, so others might have no problems.
Suggestions
Coming home was disappointing. No mountains, seaside or pain au chocolat.
Enjoyed every minute
My first solo walking holiday surpassed expectations. Every day was different. The walks varied from rocky steep mountain trails to flat coastal paths. The scenery was beautiful. The views of the Riviera from clifftops were spectacular. Wandering through quaint , quiet villages was a delight. An added bonus was the friendly company of everyone in the group and the laughter and different stories about life in other countries at dinner in local restaurants.
Most Inspirational Moment
I was very pleased to make the steepest ascent and descent of 460 metres on tricky mountain Paths.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Stephanie was always cheerful and professional. I always felt confident as she guided us along many different paths and taught us how to negotiate some difficult terrain. The whole holiday was well organised, including evening dinners . A definite plus for solo travellers.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't hesitate to step outside your comfort zone and challenge yourself, at any age. Our ages ranges from mid 40's to late 60's . Despite a few aches and pains we all coped well. It is wise to train before hand, including walking up and down steps!
Suggestions
I am looking forward to my next holiday and plan to do a slightly more challenging walk next time.
Walking the French Riviera
A lovely holiday staying in Menton with the chance to visit Monaco and Italy on either side. Hotel was quiet and clean, very near the beach so always easy to locate. Some lovely walks with impressive views, and visits to picturesque old towns and villages.
Most Inspirational Moment
Having packed lunch bought from the local bakers in Menton overlooking fabulous views in the sunshine
Thoughts on Group Leader
Stephanie was excellent, she looked out for things of interest on the walk and gave us lots of information about the area. Exceptionally helpful and organised with very clear instructions when needed.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I would thoroughly recommend the trip, excellent walks and very good food in the many various restaurants in Menton. I went in April and the weather was lovely for the whole week, although raining on the day we left. I found the walks were generally moderate standard and a couple can be done in trainers, however a couple of tricky downhill parts on other walks so bring good walking gear too.
Walking the French Riviera
Wonderful holiday in stunning scenery. Menton is an ideal place for a base – its so easy to visit other places on the Cote D Azur from here. There is a great train and bus service and within an hour you can be in Monaco, Nice or even Italy. The walks are great with some wonderful views of the hills and coastline.
Most Inspirational Moment
Probably the walk down to the charming village of Eze.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Stephanie was great - nothing was too much trouble. She was informative and had a wonderful sense of humour.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just go and enjoy!
Beautiful Riviera
I wanted to try something different this year and this certainly ticks the box. It’s a much better way to see the Riviera than a tour bus or cruise ship.
Most Inspirational Moment
Although I've joined the Ramblers, I'm not an experienced walker. It's a fantastic feeling at the top of the hill looking down onto the Riviera. Some of the slopes are quite steep but at the end of the holiday, having managed to keep up with everyone and no scrapes or injuries, I returned home with a great sense of achievement that money can't buy.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader was excellent. I was travelling on my own and the flight was delayed. I made my way to Menton on the local bus where it was dark on arrival and I was so glad Stephanie came to meet me. On the walks, she was extremely helpful and gave lots of advice. She also explained well the local history of the area.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I went in September because I thought it would be cooler but it was still quite warm and you need to drink plenty of water. This is not a problem as the water is good to drink and there are plenty of public taps in all the local villages. The route is accurately described as rocky and you need walking boots rather than shoes. Also take a swimming costume as the beach is just across the road from the hotel.
Suggestions
I enjoyed sampling the local cheeses with hotel dinner and there is a small Carrefour near the hotel where you can buy some to take home. Instead of sandwiches, there is an excellent patisserie near the hotel where you can buy lovely quiche for lunch and it travels well in your backpack. Also the local honey is delicious and the soaps sold in the local market is a bargain. On the free day the basilica is worth a visit and the the Cocteau museum is a 'must do' and is just across the road from the hotel. Menton is very easy to find your way around and if you get lost just head for the promenade. There is a very reasonably priced and regular rail service to Monte Carlo or Nice if you want to go further afield on your free day.
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