Private shore excursion: Aix-en-Provence & Cassis from Toulon
Join your private guide for a magnificent day visiting Aix-en-Provence, city of water and art, and Marseille, the 2nd largest city in France. Your guide is a local expert and knows all there is to know about Provence.
Your private guide will meet you at the exit of your cruise ship in Toulon at 9am. Set off in your upmarket 8-seater minivan for your drive to Aix-en-Provence.
Enjoy a guided walking tour of the city and explore its best sights and hidden secrets. Your tour starts with a walk along 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 various markets taking place everyday in the center of Aix-en-Provence.
The famous artist Paul Cezanne was born in Aix-en-Provence and you can purchase tickets to visit his studio (entrance ticket not included).
After visiting Aix-en-Provence your guide will drive you onwards to Cassis passing by the Cape Canaille. From here you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the Bay of Cassis and the Gardiole mountain range.
Arriving in Cassis, your guide will lead you on a tour of the prettiest parts of the village, the ancient fishing port and the harbour. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a 45-minute boat trip (ticket not included) to discover the Calanques which are steep-walled coves with tiny harbours and beaches.
At the end of your shore excursion your guide will drive you back to Toulon where you will be ready to board your cruise ship 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
