The Best of Marseille, Aix-en-Provence and Cassis
Three great towns just west of the French Riviera
- WITH
- Laurent | about the guide
Marseille
Marseille is the oldest city in France, founded by the Greeks 2600 years ago. This rebel city is a stunning beauty! An important port city attracting people from all over the world stirring up one fascinating melting pot!
First, we’ll take you up to the highest point in Marseille, Notre Dame de la Garde, to admire the spectacular 360° views of the city, coastline and islands, then drive into the oldest neighborhood in France, le Panier, a village within the city, full of artist, ceramic and figurine workshops. We’ll visit the Old Port where you’ll find the fish market and learn the secrets of their famous fish soup, Bouillabaisse. For more great views of the city, you’ll enjoy walking along the ramparts of Fort St. Jean, an important place in history, and crossing the super-modern footbridges to the national museum, the MUCEM, the Museum of Mediterranean and European cultures.
Aix-en-Provence
Next, we’ll drive north to Aix-en-Provence. In this cultural and artistic haven with wonderful scents wafting from the lively morning markets, we’ll visit the Old Town, St. Sauveur Cathedral and one of Cezanne’s favorite hilltop painting spots. While wandering through the Old Town, famous for its 17th and 18th century architecture, fountains and squares, we’ll taste some local specialties such as calissons, biscuits and nougats.
Cassis
The picturesque town of Cassis will be next with a stop at one of the highest maritime cliffs in Europe, Cap Canaille, towering at 1200 ft. with breathtaking views of vineyards, mountains and islands then drive along the fantastic Crest Road for more spectacular views. You’ll enjoy a walk around the little port with fishing and pleasure boats. We’ll conclude this tour with a splendid 45-minute boat ride of the rocky inlets (les calanques) from Cassis (optional).
The region of Provence, just next to the French Riviera, is much less crowded then the French Riviera with great wide open spaces, little ports, and great Mediterranean cuisine.
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Marseille and Provence
France -
8 hrs
DURATION -
8
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Best of Marseille,Aix-en-Provence and Cassis
- transport :
- Minivan
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Light
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- yes
- Kid friendly :
- Children are welcome to join us
- LANGUAGES:
- Français/French (native), Anglais/English (Bilingual)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 8
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
Guided tour in English, driver, minivan with WiFi, parking, gas, tolls, insurance, taxes, water and our undivided attention.
NOT INCLUDED
Lunch
ITINERARY
08:00 - 2 hours Marseille 10:00 - 4 hours Aix-en-Provence 14:00 - 2 hours Cassis 16:00 Return to your hotel or boat
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- We will pick you up at a mutually agreed upon location
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- We drop you off at a mutually agreed upon location
about
your guide
Laurent
Marseille
- languages :
- Français/French, Anglais/English
A native of Lille, I spent over 20 years in Paris before deciding to settle in Marseille, attracted by the climate and the charm of the Mediterranean. During my years in the capital, I was an actor but also an oenologist and restaurant owner, developing my passion and my skills in several renowned institutions. Since my arrival on the French Riviera, I specialized in tourism by offering tours combining wine, gastronomy and history, especially from Marseille, Aix en Provence and Cassis. I love to share my knowledge with people, being outside and exploring sites full of culture and history. I also sometimes offer mini wine courses and cooking courses in order to teach curious visitors how to combine wine and food. During my private tours, discover the culinary delights of the South of France between tapas, pastries and olive oil, as well as the most scenic places from Cassis to Arles via Les Baux de Provence.
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