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Côte d'Azur Trail Running Retreat
Due to the its proximity to the Alps, the Côte d'Azur's landscape diversifies quickly between coastal and mountainous terrain. It's a diverse landscape which encompasses a Mediterranean coastline with a variety of beaches (pebbly, sandy, rocky) alongside a steep, mountainous hinterland that rises sharply from the sea, creating rugged peaks, canyons, and valleys.
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The Côte d'Azur offers a great selection of running locations, along with amazing towns and villages for us to visit after our runs!
What's included?
✅ All guided runs
✅ Private rooms in a stunning Provençal villa
✅ Transport to and from runs
✅ Breakfast every morning
✅ Dinners every evening
✅ Use of the swimming pool, boules pitch, table tennis and quiet areas.
TICKET PRICES:
All bedrooms include 4 days of runs/activities + 3 nights of accommodation:
£300 - double bedroom with shared bathroom
£315 - triple bedroom with shared bathroom (3x single beds) - SOLD
£330 - double bedroom #1 with ensuite - SOLD
£330 - double bedroom #2 with ensuite - SOLD
£330 - quadruple bedroom with shared bathroom (1x double bed, 2x single beds) - SOLD
£350 - master bedroom with ensuite - SOLD
Room photos are shown at the bottom of the page.
THE RUNS:
Lac St Cassien: lakeside trails with amazing views
Peygros: discover the hilly trails near to the villa
St Jean Cap Ferrat: rugged but beautiful penninsula
Cabris: hilly and scenic, finishing in the quaint village
Mont Leuze: a scenic and technical part of the UTMB Nice course
Peyloubier: local trails and epic views
THE ITINERARY:
Friday 2 October:
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Morning:
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Airport shuttle from Nice Airport to the accommodation
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Please enquire for alternative shuttle times and information before booking
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Afternoon:
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13km trail run around Lac St Cassien
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Picnic by the lake
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Free time at the villa
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Evening:
- Dinner is provided at the villa
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Guests are free to use this time as they wish
Saturday 3 October:
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Morning:
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Breakfast at the villa
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11km trail run around Peygros, near to the villa
Afternoon:
- Eat and freshen up at the villa
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8km hilly and scenic trail run finishing in the quaint village of Cabris
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Saturday afternoon social in Cabris
- Free time at the villa
Evening:
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Dinner is provided at the villa
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Guests are free to use this time as they wish
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Sunday 4 October:
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Morning:
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Breakfast at the villa
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12km beautiful trail run around St Jean Cap Ferrat
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Afternoon:
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10km run at Mont Leuze, a scenic and technical section of the UTMB Nice course.
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- Evening:
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Dinner is provided at the villa
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Guests are free to use this time as they wish
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Monday 5 October:
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Morning:
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Breakfast at the villa
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A final run, this time around the local trails of Peyloubier (12km)
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Afternoon:
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Relax at the villa and use the facilities
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Late afternoon/early evening:
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Airport shuttle from Nice Airport
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Please enquire for alternative shuttle times and information before booking
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WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
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Your flight/train/car transportation to the Côte d'Azur
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Your fuel (food and hydration) during runs and activities
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Anything else you choose to buy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Do I need to be a member of Cheltenham and Gloucester Trail Runners?
No you don't. There is likely to be a mixture of members and non-members on the trip.
Is it just running, running and more running? Is it a "boot camp"?
No and no! We'll do plenty of running, but there will also be a healthy amount of downtime to rest and recover, which is built into every day of the retreat.
Are any of the runs optional? Can I 'sit out' any of the runs?
Yes you can. The aim is for everyone to have the best trip possible, and sometimes that might include extra rest. There could be a situation where some of the group attend one of the runs, and some of the group stay at the villa to rest.
What's the refund policy?
We understand that sometimes life circumstances change our plans. However, once you have booked your room cash refunds are not possible. You do have, however, up until 60 days before the retreat to contact us by email if you would like to cancel your booking in exchange for 'C&G credit', which can be used to pay for any future courses with us, or any merch items, retreats or one-to-one coaching. An admin fee of 10% will be applicable.
Where's the nearest airport?
Nice-Côte d'Azur is the closest airport. There are regular direct flights to Nice airport from various airports across the UK.
Do I need to rent a car?
No, there’s no requirement for you to rent a car - transport will be provided.
Can I buy my own food?
Yes, absolutely!
