Private shore excursion: Aix-en-Provence & Cassis

  • Walk in the footsteps of the painter Cezanne, born in Aix-en-Provence

  • City of water and art, admire the beautiful fountains all round the town

  • The charming and colourful fishing port of Cassis

  • The blue Mediterranean Sea at the edge of the pebble beach


What is included

On request

On request

Minivan

French, English, Spanish

min. 2

from 08:00am to 04:00pm


The program in detail

Private shore excursion: Aix-en-Provence & Cassis

Meet your very own Provence expert guide at the exit of your cruise ship in Marseille at 8am. Then, set off on your drive through Provence in your upmarket 8-seater minivan.

Arriving in Aix-en-Provence, your guide will take you on a wonderful walking tour to explore the history, art and culture of the city.

Your tour starts on the Cours Mirabeau lined with 17th and 18th century private mansions. Stroll through the old town which is filled with shops, architectural and religious sites, bustling squares and fountains. There are lots of markets taking place everyday in the center of Aix-en-Provence.

The famous artist Paul Cezanne was born in Aix-en-Provence and you will have the opportunity to visit his studio (entrance ticket not included).

After your walking tour of Aix-en-Provence your guide will drive you on to Cassis passing by the Cape Canaille. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Bay of Cassis and the Gardiole mountain range!

Arrive in Cassis, and enjoy visiting the prettiest parts of the village, the ancient fishing port and the harbour with your guide. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a 45-minute boat cruise (ticket not included) to see the Calanques and their steep-walled coves, harbours and beaches.

At the end of your shore excursion your guide will drive you back to Marseille where you will arrive at 4pm.

Available from April 1st to March 31st.

NB: The pick up time varies according to the ship's arrival schedule.

Price is valid for parties of 2 to 8 passengers. For larger group enquiries, please contact us: bonjour.provence@alafrancaise.fr


Booking and cancellation policies

  • More than 90 days before the arrival: 10% of the total amount of the stay
  • From 90 to 7 days before the arrival: 50% of the total amount of the stay
  • Less than 7 days before the arrival: 100% of the total amount of the stay

Meeting point

Outside of your ship, at the cruise terminal

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