Top 8 Train Journeys on the French Riviera

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 scenic Baroque Route from Nice to medieval Alpine villages, with local lunch, guided hikes, Saorge monastery, and mountain views.

“The picture is not what you get. Description does not give enough information. Train was not just for the tour but rather an older train running a regular route with multiple stops. Not what I had envisioned, but whatever. It was unique. I believed it was going to be a somewhat leisurely day with stops at small villages to roam & explore. In fact, it was a strenuous day (participation was not mandatory), but encouraged. Our guide was wonderful.. She didn't push but rather encouraged and offered alternative things to do if you didn't partake in the steep walks/hikes. It was a long day. For those considering this tour, ensure…”

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2.Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages

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

Ride a historic Alpine train from Nice to medieval villages, Baroque churches, local food, and optional mountain hikes in a small group.

“Wonderful trip with a perfect guide Cyril and good food and with nice people from New York and Texas”

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

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

See Nice from the Promenade to Castle Hill on a quiet electric train, with multilingual commentary and a 360-degree Baie des Anges view.

“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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4.2-Way Little Train of Antibes Tour to Juan-les-Pins

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 140 reviews · 200 days · from $15Best value

Ride Antibes and Juan-les-Pins by little train, with bilingual commentary, two-way travel, seaside views, and a look at Cap d’Antibes.

“bande son pour la présentation. trop court pour le prix (moins chère en direct) acceuil moyen. sinon bonne première approche pour connaître un peu la ville”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 8 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $181

Ride the Provence mountain train from Nice to Entrevaux, hike to a Vauban citadel, explore Annot, and enjoy lunch with a guide.

“Incredible scenery and enjoyable hikes. Our guide Carmela was wonderful. She did her very best to make our experience exceptional.”

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6.The Little Train of Antibes Juan-les-Pins

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $15

Ride through Antibes Old Town and Juan-les-Pins in 45 minutes, with sea views, recorded commentary, and an easy way to get your bearings.

“It was a nice, simple ride through the streets of Antibes. The music played on the train was old American Louis Armstrong, and it was great. It had an audiotape, loudspeaker, that broadcast little snippets of information in English and Spanish.”

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

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

Ride a historic Alpine train from Nice to Entrevaux and Annot for medieval villages, castle views, a local lunch, and a forest hike.

“Activitée annulée par manque de participants. donc très déçu”

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

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

Ride the train from Nice through the Esterel’s red rocks, beaches, ports, and castles on a full-day Riviera outing with lunch included.

“Train ride through Cannes. Our guide Samuel Munro was very informative and helpful. He took us on a tour of the beaches in Cannes and tour of Medieval castle. It was eye opening.”

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