{"product_id":"cannes-and-the-island-of-sainte-marguerite-2026","title":"CANNES \u0026 OPTIONAL SAINTE MARGUERITE  ISLAND","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCANNES\/OPTIONAL \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAINTE MARGUERITE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e ISLAND\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate: \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eTuesday, September 29\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeparture Time:\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e 12:15 pm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003e(Bus ride time : 1h to 1h20 each way)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Church Time :\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e 9:00 am \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost per person : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003eRound trip ferry \u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eride is included in the cost of option B.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003eShorter time to visit to Cannes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInfants two and under are free if they do not take up a seat on the bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption A - CANNES ONLY: \u003cspan style=\"color: #ee0000;\"\u003e43€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-theme-font: major-fareast;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption B - SAINTE MARGUERITE ISLAND \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003eAdults (11 years old and above) : \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e59€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChildren (5 to 10 years old): \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e55€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eChildren (2-4) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e43€\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExertion Level : \u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to moderate - dependent on what activities you choose. Should be able to comfortably walk a minimum of a mile. In Cannes, there are things to see and do that involve walking on mainly flat but possibly cobblestoned streets, with the option to hike up to higher elevations for further sightseeing. If you choose to visit the island, it is pretty flat with some moderate incline around the castle area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eOption A : CANNES ONLY\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eRenowned worldwide for its elegance and glamour, Cannes is a vibrant seaside city on the French Riviera that perfectly blends luxury, culture, and Mediterranean charm. Framed by golden beaches and palm-lined boulevards, the city offers a lively atmosphere all year round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eA stroll along the famous La Croisette reveals luxury hotels, designer boutiques, and sandy beaches facing the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. Visitors can also explore the old town, Le Suquet, where narrow streets, colorful façades, and panoramic views over the bay provide a glimpse into Cannes’ rich history and authentic character.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eFree time in Cannes allows you to enjoy the city at your own pace—whether relaxing by the sea, browsing local markets, or stopping at a café to soak in the Riviera lifestyle. This excursion captures the essence of Cannes, combining iconic landmarks with the relaxed elegance of the French coast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eA guide will be available on the bus from the Feast site to provide commentary about the history of the town.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eOption B : SAINTE-MARGUERITE ISLAND AND CANNES (Shorter visit) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eA 15-minute ferry ride away from Cannes is Sainte-Marguerite Island, a haven of calm and natural beauty. \u003cstrong\u003eRound trip ferry ride is included in the cost of option B.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: red; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eAfter enjoying the boat ride over, a long sandy beach, rocky coves, old-growth eucalyptus, azure waters, ocean views and beautiful pines envelop and invite you in as you enjoy the walking paths on this traffic-free island. Stop and enjoy many picturesque spots. Steeped in history, the island was first inhabited by the Romans, but later became famous for its prison, Fort Royal, which operated for more than 300 years, and held the “Man in the Iron Mask”.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eYou can visit the restored prison cell of this mysterious figure who was held here for 11 years from 1687 before being transferred to the Bastille where he died five years later. The Fort Royal has now been renamed the Museum of the Sea and features archeological finds recovered from ancient Roman and Saracen shipwrecks as well as restored prison cells and Roman artifacts. Close to Fort Royal is a small cemetery for French and North African soldiers who fought alongside Allied forces during World War II. This visit will be led by an English-speaking guide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.solosophie.com\/ile-sainte-marguerite-france\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.solosophie.com\/ile-sainte-marguerite-france\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: red; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003e* Given the ferry schedule, if you opt to visit the island you will not have as much time to visit Cannes itself. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; color: #4a4a4a; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eThose signed up for option B will take the 2 pm ferry from Cannes to the island. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; color: #4a4a4a; mso-ansi-language: EN;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eThose who would like more free time to explore Cannes afterwards would need to catch either the 3:15 pm or 4:15 pm returning ferry. 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