This article is for all those with itchy feet. Those for whom holidays aren't just about sunbathing on a towel and sipping lemonade on a terrace. If this sounds like you, then you'll love this article. It's a look at the various excursions available from our beautiful city. Whether they're nautical, cultural, or culinary, you'll see, the guides of Bandol have more than one trick up their sleeve!
Boat trips and excursions in Bandol
Let's get straight to the point. The ones that are requested every summer: boat tripsIn this field, almost anything is possible. Private or group outings. For those coves of Cassis and Marseille or PorquerollesA trip to observe dolphins or to admire the sunset aboard a beautiful sailboat. The options are plentiful.
⛵️ And yet, local cruise ship passengers They are few and far between. So, if you wish to use one of them, here is their information and an overview of their services…
- Atlantis : specialist in getaways to the calanques, Porquerolles and the open sea for whale watching. The crew can also offer private excursions, upon reservation.
- Pirat : a boat, a skipper and the Mediterranean Sea before youDo you know of a better holiday program? Whether it's for a swim in the most beautiful coves in the area, for an island day on the Embiez side or for a sunset like no other, Pirat grants all your seaside wishes.
- Mistral Evasion With a name like that, you can imagine the sails will be out. The crew offers you not only private sailing cruisesbut also training days for both discovering navigation and preparing for regattas.
- Posidonia Apnea This is where business with pleasure comes together. This provider offers sailing excursions unlike any other. Here, the coastal cruise becomes almost secondary. The real appeal is... explore the coastline while freediving and to (re)discover the fragile yet wonderful beauties of our environment.
✅ Find all the proposed outings on our dedicated page:
excursions in the Var hinterland
Although Bandol boasts a magnificent coastline, we must admit that the small villages of the hinterland have an equally beautiful charm. To tell you the truth, if you come to spend a week's vacation among us, we strongly advise you to dedicate a day to exploring hilltop cities and other local hills. To do this, you can of course take your car or one of the Esti'Bus shuttles and go wherever you please.
🛵 But if you're more the type to let yourself be guidedTherefore, the service providers we are about to present will be your best allies:
- Hilios Tours Discover our magnificent region accompanied by a local expert. Baptiste will take you along the roads of Provence to visit the most beautiful villages in the surrounding area. Beautiful views and anecdotes from yesteryear waiting for you.
- Quad Rando Var Isn't it all in the name after all? An original way to go on an adventure and to walk the streets and other paths of Bandol and its surroundings. A tried and tested activity by the tourist office team, no less.
✅ Find all other organized getaways this way :
Gourmet tours of western Var
The best for hunger. One of the great riches of our culture, halfway between Provence and the Mediterranean, is undoubtedly... our epicurean heritage. Bandol AOC wines With its well-deserved reputation. Sun-drenched Var olive oil. Anchovy paste, tapenade, and other delicacies that evoke the flavors of the South. There's no doubt about it, our region has everything to satisfy even the most discerning palates. And of course, nothing prevents you from visiting local producers' farms or the markets to stock up on these delicious treats.
🍇 But again, if the desire is more to discover the story behind the biteSo, organized excursions seem like a very good idea.
- Hilios Tours Him again! Private meetings With winemakers, an aperitif with a view, tastings of regional products… The program is more than comprehensive. A good reason to embark on a culinary tour departing from our beloved town of Bandol.
- Unusual Wine Tour Let's explore the gems of our region: the vineyards. Aurore will take you with her right into the heart of the vines for a immersion in the wine industryThe history of the place, know-how and tasting on the terrace, with a view of the vines, await you.
- Wine Tour Bandol On this excursion, we leave the car on the side of the road for a gentler mode of transport, the electric bikeAccompanied by a local guide, set off to discover not only the most beautiful landscapes of Bandol and La Cadière d'Azur, but also... its wine gemsAn environmentally friendly way that also encourages you to take your time. And we love that.
✅ Find all the gourmet tours offered in our region, either as excursions or as visits to the factories of good things, right here:
Whether it isan excursion by sea, on land, or on a plateThe specialists in Bandol have plenty to offer to show you the region. The only challenge will be choosing your favorite tour. But remember, choosing means giving something up. And while you're in the area, you might as well take the time to... fully discover our Var culture Whether it's nautical, historical, or epicurean, the only thing strongly recommended, especially in summer, is to book in advance. So, what are you waiting for? Plan your next trip to Bandol!
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