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Private day tour - Tour 18

Mountain Adventures

Vésubie Valley, La Colmiane

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Duration
10 hours, private and flexible
Departure
Your hotel or villa, Nice & around
Group
1-7 guests, private
Walking
Easy, comfortable shoes
Season
All year
Languages
EN, FR, ES, AR, BER

Overview

Active Experiences, Families, Friends, All Seasons

Explore more of the French Riviera by spending a day in the heart of the Southern French Alps.

Just a 90-minute scenic drive from the coast, you will reach the Vésubie Valley, at the gateway to the Mercantour National Park. Here, the Mediterranean atmosphere gives way to peaceful mountain landscapes, fresh air and spectacular panoramas.

A Day of Adventure in the Mountains. Whether you are looking for a relaxing family day, an active experience with friends or a real dose of adrenaline, the Vésubie Valley and La Colmiane offer something for everyone.

From discovering Saint-Martin-Vésubie and its local products to hiking, canyoning, climbing, via ferrata or flying down a giant zip line, this is a unique opportunity to discover the mountains of the French Riviera in a fun and memorable way.

This is the perfect destination for families and friends looking for a day combining nature, local culture, sport, fun and adventure.

Indoor Adventures at Vesúbia Mountain Park. For a great alternative to outdoor activities, Vesúbia Mountain Park offers a unique selection of indoor mountain experiences for both children and adults.

Outdoor activities at La Colmiane. La Colmiane is located approximately 15 minutes from Saint-Martin-Vésubie, making it easy to combine the Vesúbia Mountain Park with a selection of outdoor mountain activities.

Authentic experiences

Hidden gems & iconic places

Beyond the ordinary: back roads, workshops and family producers alongside the famous names.

100% private

Tailor-made itinerary

No other guests, no fixed script. The order and the stops shift with your mood and the weather.

Local expert

A multilingual guide

Fouad guides, drives and joins your group - stories, insider tips and personal insight all day.

The day, stop by stop

01Stop

A stop in Saint-Martin-Vésubie

A visit to Saint-Martin-Vésubie is an essential part of the experience. Take time to explore this charming traditional mountain village, with its narrow streets, historic architecture and beautiful surroundings.

Visit local shops and discover the area's regional and artisanal products, including local specialties and traditional mountain delicacies.

This authentic stop allows you to experience a different side of the French Riviera and discover the heritage and flavours of the Vésubie Valley before continuing into the mountains.

A stop in Saint-Martin-Vésubie
02Stop

Indoor Climbing

Vesúbia Mountain Park

Climb on an impressive 11 to 13-metre-high climbing wall, or discover the 4-metre bouldering area. The facilities are suitable for everyone, from beginners to experienced climbers.

Indoor Climbing
03Stop

Fun Climbing

Vesúbia Mountain Park

A playful approach to climbing, specially designed to make the experience fun and accessible for children and families.

Fun Climbing
04Stop

High Ropes / Adventure Course

Vesúbia Mountain Park

Take on an exciting aerial adventure course with different challenges and obstacles at around 10 to 12 metres above the ground. Suitable for children from 5 years old, subject to specific conditions.

High Ropes / Adventure Course
05Stop

Indoor Canyoning

Vesúbia Mountain Park

One of the park's most original experiences, combining slides, jumps and abseiling in a purpose-built indoor canyoning environment. It offers all the excitement of canyoning while being protected from the weather.

Indoor Canyoning
06Stop

Summer Luge

La Colmiane

Enjoy an exciting ride on a monorail luge equipped with a hand brake and safety belt. Take the chairlift up and race back down on the luge - excitement guaranteed! From 3 years old.

Summer Luge
07Stop

Via Ferrata

La Colmiane

Experience a protected mountain climbing route equipped with cables, ladders, ramps and steps. Different routes and levels of difficulty are available, making it possible to choose an experience suited to the group.

Via Ferrata
08Stop

Hiking

La Colmiane

Discover the beautiful mountain scenery on foot, with walks and hikes adapted to different levels and interests.

Hiking
09Stop

Canyoning

La Colmiane

An exciting way to explore the mountain environment through water and rock, combining natural pools, waterfalls, jumps and adventure. A fantastic experience for groups and families looking for something more active.

Canyoning
10Stop

Giant Zip Line

La Colmiane

Choose between two spectacular zip lines, one longer and steeper than the other. Both offer an unforgettable adrenaline rush! Individual flights are available from 12 years old, while tandem flights are available from 8 years old. Children aged 8 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

Giant Zip Line
11Stop

Forest Adventure Park

La Colmiane

Enjoy a tree-top adventure park experience through the trees, with different aerial courses combining balance, climbing, obstacles and zip lines.

Forest Adventure Park

Practical

What is included, and what is not.

Included

  • Private, air-conditioned Mercedes van for your party only
  • English- and French-speaking chauffeur-guide for the whole day
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, villa, or the airport
  • All fuel, tolls, parking and driver expenses
  • Guided commentary, insider stories and recommendations
  • Bottled water and a few local specialities on board

Not included

  • Lunch and drinks (we book the table - gastronomic or bistro, your call)
  • Museum and monument entrance fees
  • Personal shopping and souvenirs
  • Optional tastings, workshops and activities arranged on request
  • Gratuities - entirely at your discretion

Best season

All year round. Each season shows the region differently - we adapt the route to the light and the weather.

Fitness level

Easy to moderate, adapted to you. Village streets are cobbled and sloping; tell us if that is a problem.

Families

Welcome. Child seats provided free of charge on request.

If it rains

The day shifts indoors - workshops, museums, tastings and a longer lunch - without losing its character.

Good to know

Questions guests ask before booking

Where do we start, and at what time?

We pick you up at your hotel, villa or the cruise terminal. Departure is usually between 8:30 and 9:30 - earlier to beat the crowds, later if you are on holiday and it is holiday time.

How is lunch handled?

We book the table, you choose the register: a gastronomic restaurant, a Provençal bistro, or a farm table. Lunch is not included in the tour price so that you keep the choice. Dietary requirements are never a problem - tell us in advance.

What language will the tour be in?

English or French by default. Spanish, Arabic and Berber are also possible - Fouad speaks all five.

Can we combine this with another tour over two days?

Often the best plan. The second day is quoted at a reduced rate.

What happens if the weather turns?

The day shifts without losing its character. We only cancel for genuinely unsafe mountain or sea conditions, and then we reschedule or refund.

How and when do we pay?

You receive a written proposal with a firm price for your group. No deposit is required to hold a date more than a week out. Payment on the day, by card or in cash.

Reviews

What guests said about this day

Fouad noticed the cruise crowds that day and took our small group off the beaten path - hillside towns, new places, and a delicious lunch overlooking the hills.Brian Keeley, USA
Fouad took us to beautiful out-of-the-way vineyards, and lunch afterwards in Saint-Tropez. He went above and beyond, helping us ship wine back home.Marcus Loy
Great personality, knew all the shortcuts, and really just a cool guy. One of my favorite guides!Thomas Beck, USA

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Request a quote

Tell us your dates and what you care about.

This is a request, not a booking. Nothing is charged, nothing is committed - you receive a proposed itinerary and a firm price, and you decide from there.

Step 01: today

You send the request

Dates, party, where you are staying, and what you care about. Two minutes, no account to create.

Step 02: within 24 hours

Fouad replies in person

A proposed itinerary for your day, a firm price for your group, and two or three lunch options. Adjust it as many times as you like.

Step 03: when you are ready

You confirm the date

A date is held on your word alone - no deposit. Payment happens on the day, by card or in cash.

Your details are used to answer you and nothing else. No card, no deposit, no newsletter unless you ask.

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