A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure sport/One-week program including 9 hiking sessions (including 4 day trips) with return to the sports village every evening.
Abundant colors and scents, discover the riches of the archipelago of the Golden Islands and the Var coast.
Your guide will suggest hikes adapted to your desires and your level.
Every day, you will explore different sites: the Giens peninsula, the islands of Porquerolles and Port Cros, the Var hinterland around the Fort of Brégançon.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Pure sport/ From our sports village located opposite the Golden Islands, you set off every day on the trails of the Port-Cros National Park and the Var coastline. You will discover the most beautiful natural sites of the western French Riviera. The guide shares with you the unforgettable views of this majestic coast made up of islands, capes, bays with turquoise waters and authentic fishing villages.One-week program including 9 hiking sessions (including 4 day trips) with return to the sports village every evening.
Abundant colors and scents, discover the riches of the archipelago of the Golden Islands and the Var coast.
Your guide will suggest hikes adapted to your desires and your level.
Every day, you will explore different sites: the Giens peninsula, the islands of Porquerolles and Port Cros, the Var hinterland around the Fort of Brégançon.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Exceptional sites of the Var coast and its islands
- Giens peninsula, Porquerolles, Port Cros, Port Cros, old town of Hyères, Fort de Brégançon
- Nights in the sports village on the beach of the Giens Peninsula
- Sweetness of the Côte d'Azur from April to October
- Everything is included: full board accommodation, guide, transfers
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- Exceptional sites of the Var coast and its islands
- Giens peninsula, Porquerolles, Port Cros, Port Cros, old town of Hyères, Fort de Brégançon
- Nights in the sports village on the beach of the Giens Peninsula
- Sweetness of the Côte d'Azur from April to October
- Everything is included: full board accommodation, guide, transfers
Included
- Full board accommodation and catering
- Cold meals for the continuous days
- 4 days and a half with a guide
- All transfers by minivan or boat
- The entertainment of the evenings
Not Included
- Transport to get to the sports village
- Complementary insurances
- Bathroom linen
On option
- Arrived the day before
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
We welcome you on Sundays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
During the afternoon, independent activities are offered.
If you arrive after 19:00, a welcome envelope will be available at the reception.
During the afternoon, independent activities are offered.
If you arrive after 19:00, a welcome envelope will be available at the reception.
Start of your sports program on Monday morning.
Possibility to arrive the day before as an option at the time of registration or at the sports village.
Excluding July and August, rooms are available at 6 pm.
Possibility to arrive the day before as an option at the time of registration or at the sports village.
Excluding July and August, rooms are available at 6 pm.
During your stay
4 day trips and 1 half-day with guide to discover the most beautiful sites of the Var.
Day 2: Day trip to discover the Giens Peninsula.
Day 2: Day trip to discover the Giens Peninsula.
Magnificent panoramas of Porquerolles, a coastline cut between coves and rocks. The guide will share with you the specificities of this peninsula with unknown treasures.
Day 3: Day trip to the island of Porquerolles.
Porquerolles is a small town with a thousand facets, 10 minutes by boat from the peninsula. Its coastline is breathtaking: on one side magnificent beaches with shallow waters in turquoise colors, on the other a hostile coast made of rocks and cliffs. The heart of the island is surprising with its ancient forts, mills and lighthouses surrounded by vineyards. Finally, the small village of Porquerolles maintains an authentic charm and a Provençal atmosphere.
Day 4: Rest in the morning. Continuation of the discovery of the Giens peninsula.
Day 5: Day trip to Port Cros Island.
After a nice crossing (1 hour), you disembark in the small port of Port-Cros in the heart of the National Park. Far from the crowds, you will discover this small, wild and authentic island, almost uninhabited. Small peak, historic sites, turquoise coves and superb views of the coast and the other islands in the park.
Day 6: Day trip around Fort Bregançon or the Var hinterland.
We start by walking around a small lake and its dam. Then we join the coastal path bordered by sandy beaches with translucent waters to finish with a 360° view of the Golden Islands, the Fort of Bregançon and the Massif des Maures.
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Day 3: Day trip to the island of Porquerolles.
Porquerolles is a small town with a thousand facets, 10 minutes by boat from the peninsula. Its coastline is breathtaking: on one side magnificent beaches with shallow waters in turquoise colors, on the other a hostile coast made of rocks and cliffs. The heart of the island is surprising with its ancient forts, mills and lighthouses surrounded by vineyards. Finally, the small village of Porquerolles maintains an authentic charm and a Provençal atmosphere.
Day 4: Rest in the morning. Continuation of the discovery of the Giens peninsula.
Day 5: Day trip to Port Cros Island.
After a nice crossing (1 hour), you disembark in the small port of Port-Cros in the heart of the National Park. Far from the crowds, you will discover this small, wild and authentic island, almost uninhabited. Small peak, historic sites, turquoise coves and superb views of the coast and the other islands in the park.
Day 6: Day trip around Fort Bregançon or the Var hinterland.
We start by walking around a small lake and its dam. Then we join the coastal path bordered by sandy beaches with translucent waters to finish with a 360° view of the Golden Islands, the Fort of Bregançon and the Massif des Maures.
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
It can also be adapted according to the technical and physical level of the participants.
Last day
Your stay will end on Saturday after lunch.
Check out the rooms before 10:00am.
Possibility of additional nights depending on periods and availability.
Check out the rooms before 10:00am.
Possibility of additional nights depending on periods and availability.
Conditions and registration directly on the sports village.
SPOT
The peninsula of Giens
A paradisiacal setting with turquoise waters
The Giens peninsula is full of unique sites that are easily accessible by boat and are shallow. This spot is a dream place to discover the charms of the PACA region, far from mass tourism. Escampo-Barriou, Les Sardines, Grand Ribaud or even Anse aux Blés offer a wild nature decorated with a multitude of species of fish and corals: groupers, sars, nudibranchs (also called “sea slugs”)...
Hosting
Accommodation in Hyères Sports Village
Rooms with 3, 4 and 5 beds.
Private terrace for rooms with 4 to 5 beds.
Rooms equipped with fans.
Sanitary and shower in each room.
The centre's equipment
- Beach at the foot of the sports village.
- Beach volleyball court, petanque court, shaded terrace, relaxation areas under the pine forest.
- Nautical base with all services.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
All the equipment necessary for the activity is provided by the UCPA.
Equipment Included
All the equipment necessary for the activity is provided by the UCPA.
Address and access
You are coming by car:
From Toulon, take direction Hyères, then “Presqu'île de Giens/La Tour Fondue”. Pass the village of La Capte.
After 2 km, at the La Bergerie roundabout, turn left.
In front of the center: private car park, free, not guarded but protected by an access code.
You are coming by train:
TGV or TER to Hyères station. From the station, take bus no. 67 on the right, direction “Giens - La Tour Fondue” (about 2.50 euros). Get off at the “La Bergerie” stop, located 150 m from the center.
From Toulon SNCF station, take the regular bus service to Hyères (about 2.50 euros), then take bus no. 67 in the direction of “Giens/La Tour Fondue” (about 2.50 euros). Get off at the “La Bergerie” stop located 150 m from the center.
For more information: Cie de Car SODETRAV at 0 825 000 650. Attention, except July/August and after 6 p.m., there are few or no shuttles depending on the period.
You are coming by plane:
From Hyères/Toulon airport located 5 km from the center, take a taxi from Cie Hyéroise at 04 94 00 60 00 (about 15 euros one way).
UCPA sports village:
4, Avenue de la Bergerie - 83400 Hyères
Tél.: 04 94 58 06 61
UCPA sports village:
4, Avenue de la Bergerie - 83400 Hyères
Tél.: 04 94 58 06 61
Address and access
You are coming by car:
From Toulon, take direction Hyères, then “Presqu'île de Giens/La Tour Fondue”. Pass the village of La Capte. After 2 km, at the La Bergerie roundabout, turn left.
In front of the center: private car park, free, not guarded but protected by an access code.
You are coming by train:
TGV or TER to Hyères station. From the station, take bus no. 67 on the right, direction “Giens - La Tour Fondue” (about 2.50 euros). Get off at the “La Bergerie” stop, located 150 m from the center.
From Toulon SNCF station, take the regular bus service to Hyères (about 2.50 euros), then take bus no. 67 in the direction of “Giens/La Tour Fondue” (about 2.50 euros). Get off at the “La Bergerie” stop located 150 m from the center.
For more information: Cie de Car SODETRAV at 0 825 000 650. Attention, except July/August and after 6 p.m., there are few or no shuttles depending on the period.
You are coming by plane:
From Hyères/Toulon airport located 5 km from the center, take a taxi from Cie Hyéroise at 04 94 00 60 00 (about 15 euros one way).
UCPA sports village:
4, Avenue de la Bergerie - 83400 Hyères
Tél.: 04 94 58 06 61
From Toulon, take direction Hyères, then “Presqu'île de Giens/La Tour Fondue”. Pass the village of La Capte. After 2 km, at the La Bergerie roundabout, turn left.
In front of the center: private car park, free, not guarded but protected by an access code.
You are coming by train:
TGV or TER to Hyères station. From the station, take bus no. 67 on the right, direction “Giens - La Tour Fondue” (about 2.50 euros). Get off at the “La Bergerie” stop, located 150 m from the center.
From Toulon SNCF station, take the regular bus service to Hyères (about 2.50 euros), then take bus no. 67 in the direction of “Giens/La Tour Fondue” (about 2.50 euros). Get off at the “La Bergerie” stop located 150 m from the center.
For more information: Cie de Car SODETRAV at 0 825 000 650. Attention, except July/August and after 6 p.m., there are few or no shuttles depending on the period.
You are coming by plane:
From Hyères/Toulon airport located 5 km from the center, take a taxi from Cie Hyéroise at 04 94 00 60 00 (about 15 euros one way).
UCPA sports village:
4, Avenue de la Bergerie - 83400 Hyères
Tél.: 04 94 58 06 61
Equipment not included
Bring a good pair of sneakers or hiking shoes, useful for exploring our coastal paths.
Bring a change of clothes, necessities and towels, sunglasses, sunglasses, water bottle (or a plastic bottle), hat, sweater, windbreaker, waterproof sunscreen, a small backpack.
Bring a change of clothes, necessities and towels, sunglasses, sunglasses, water bottle (or a plastic bottle), hat, sweater, windbreaker, waterproof sunscreen, a small backpack.
Provide mosquito repellent.
If you have a mask and a snorkel, you can bring them along to enjoy the crystal clear water of the Mediterranean in your free time.
If you have a mask and a snorkel, you can bring them along to enjoy the crystal clear water of the Mediterranean in your free time.
Equipment not included
Bring a good pair of sneakers or hiking shoes, useful for exploring our coastal paths.
Bring a change of clothes, necessities and towels, sunglasses, sunglasses, water bottle (or a plastic bottle), hat, sweater, windbreaker, waterproof sunscreen, a small backpack.
Provide mosquito repellent.
If you have a mask and a snorkel, you can bring them along to enjoy the crystal clear water of the Mediterranean in your free time.
Bring a change of clothes, necessities and towels, sunglasses, sunglasses, water bottle (or a plastic bottle), hat, sweater, windbreaker, waterproof sunscreen, a small backpack.
Provide mosquito repellent.
If you have a mask and a snorkel, you can bring them along to enjoy the crystal clear water of the Mediterranean in your free time.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Physical intensity
Casual sportsman
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
You practice a sporting activity throughout the year, on a regular basis or not. But you are able to run for about 1 hour, swim for 30 minutes, or pedal for about 2 hours.
Level of expertise
Hiking - Level 1
Ideal for discovering hiking or for casual walkers. Easy terrain, no or little difference in altitude, half-day walking time, these programs can be done by anyone even with little training.
Ideal for discovering hiking or for casual walkers. Easy terrain, no or little difference in altitude, half-day walking time, these programs can be done by anyone even with little training.
Level of expertise
Hiking - Level 1
Ideal for discovering hiking or for casual walkers. Easy terrain, no or little difference in altitude, half-day walking time, these programs can be done by anyone even with little training.
Ideal for discovering hiking or for casual walkers. Easy terrain, no or little difference in altitude, half-day walking time, these programs can be done by anyone even with little training.
Restauration
Buffets of appetizers, hot dishes (meat, fish, fish, vegetables and starches) and desserts at will.
Varied and quality picnics for continuous days.
Varied and quality picnics for continuous days.
Restauration
Buffets of appetizers, hot dishes (meat, fish, fish, vegetables and starches) and desserts at will.
Varied and quality picnics for continuous days.
Varied and quality picnics for continuous days.
Management
A guide to 14.
Management
A guide to 14.
Important information
The nearest pharmacy and cash machine are 2 km from the sports village, in the village of La Capte.
Small shops in front of the sports village.
Small shops in front of the sports village.
You can also bring a padlock to secure your wardrobe.
Important information
The nearest pharmacy and cash machine are 2 km from the sports village, in the village of La Capte.
Small shops in front of the sports village.
You can also bring a padlock to secure your wardrobe.
Small shops in front of the sports village.
You can also bring a padlock to secure your wardrobe.