Tours in Marseille

Discover Marseille during a short but sweet 90-minute walking excursion, which will tell you all you need to know about the city, local lifestyle and its unique culture. We will meet in front of the near the old harbor in the heart of Marseille. While going through the city center and interesting places and stories about Marseille , I will tell you insider stories about my city and France, while showing you all the beautiful spots and important sites. During our walk in the beautiful city of Marseille you will learn all about the local lifestyle and trends, and get an insight of the country's customs and traditions. This is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants and bars to visit, and learn how to make the most out of your stay in Marseille.

Avignon for 70 odd years of the early 1300s was centre of the Catholic world. The skyline a magnificent urban landscape, that includes the Saint Bénezet Bridge - the famous Pont d’Avignon, the Ramparts, Petit Palais, Cathedral & walls of the Popes’ Palace flanked by four mighty towers. Start with a visit to the Palais before a short drive to the wine country. Châteauneuf du Pape is at the heart of a region full of history, culture and joie de vivre. A unique, magical place that appears on the hill like an island rising out of a sea of vines. At the summit the vestiges of the ruined château – wall, tower & lower hall built by the popes in the 14th century as a summer residence to escape the city heat of Avignon. It was the popes who planted the town's first vineyards. In the afternoon visit two different vineyards - first Château Fortia & Château la Gardine Introducing you to the iconic wines where tradition is enhanced by modernism & excellence, with wine tasting..

Two intensive days discovering the wine region of Provence, renowned for the excellence of their rosé wines, but also exceptional red & white wines from Cassis on the coast, Mt St Victoire & Cote d'Aix and each day lunch at a local restaurant From your hotel or villa each day to meet the winemakers and discover this interesting and diverse wine region - from north of Aix-en-Provence to the excellent small wineries of the Saint Victoire appellation and down to the coast and Cassis. Each day different vineyards, exceptional and interesting wines with lunch & wine paring at a different small local eatery. You have the option to buy and ship wines directly from the winemakers cellar. This is a two day intensive wine experience - the cost per person for the two days is 1,300€, total inclusive of driver-guide throughout, visits and tastings at 6 vineyards and a three course lunch with wine paring each day.

Enjoy a wine tour in Provence from Marseille aboard a retro sidecar. Discover the heart of Marseille and pass by the Old Port, the famous Panier district, the Corniche John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the panoramic view of the city at Notre Dame de la Garde, and the small traditional port of Les Goudes. You will then reach the Col de la Gineste, a spectacular road axis with its panoramas, which will take you to the charming little village of Cassis. Discover this former fishing village nestled in a natural setting where pine forests, ocher or white rocks and plain vineyards rub shoulders. Take the Route des Crêtes which also offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Calanques massif, where you will see the highest sea cliff in Europe, Cap Canaille. End your circuit in La Ciotat to discover the creeks of Figuerolles and their wild creeks. *Lunch supplement: picnic with local products

Join your guide in le Panier the historical center of Marseille for a fantastic food experience to meet local artisans and taste the best gastronomic specialties from Provence like the calisson, the navette biscuit, some delicious cheese and of course drink the famous pastis... Of course, your guide will show you the fish market and explain you all about the local Bouillabaisse : the traditional fish stew from Marseille. Le Panier is extremely pleasant to wander with its artsy atmosphere, its special gourmet stores, its fancy cafés. During the tour, you will admire giant frescoes, amazing artwork and discover local street artists. A friendly and authentic moment to really feel the atmosphere of Marseille and know all about the most authentic French Traditions.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Marseille and start this tour by visiting the oldest district of the city: le Panier. Then, you will follow the coast passing by the unmissable Corniche John Fitzgerald Kennedy, "the longest bench in the world", which offers a breathtaking view of the Marseille massif as well as the neighboring islands. Then, head to the most visited monument and the emblematic figure of the city of Marseille: the Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde. The "Bonne Mère" offers a 360° panoramic view of the city, and you will be amazed by its architectural beauty both inside and outside. Make a stop at Les Goudes, a small traditional port in a picturesque setting, surrounded by huts still housing a few fishermen and hills with vestiges of fortifications from the Second World War. Enjoy the majestic landscape and the breathtaking view of the port of Marseille.

Deep in the heart of Provence, we'll visit our favorite hilltop villages of the Luberon. Gordes, considered one of the most beautiful villages of France on a rock, fabulous. . Then Bonnieux, with a magnificent view of the valley. Roussillon, famous for its rich, red and yellow ochres. In between we'll have a visit to a lavender distillery. See the Cistercien abbey of Sénanque from the 12 century. There will be a lunch stop at a typical Provencal restaurant. (optional)

Visit several wine domains in the Côtes-de-Provence Appellation. Discover the surrounding areas of " La montage Sainte Victoire" and see some typical Provencal villages.

Explore the heart of Provence with your private professional guide. Visit Saint Rémy de Provence with your guide and walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh exploring the Monastery of Saint Paul de Mausole where Van Gogh stayed and where he painted many paintings. Visit the village of Les Baux de Provence, its medieval castle and its extraordinary painting exhibition in the Carrières de Lumières. This tour starts wherever you are in Provence.

Specially designed for cruise passengers, in this full day tour, you will see the best of Marseille coast: the Pharo Palace, the Vallon des Auffes, the corniche Kennedy, the Prado Beaches, the Goudes Village, the calanque of Callelongue (little French fjords), Notre Dame de la Garde basilica among others. Your professional guide will give you various anecdotes about those spots. You will also discover alleys and places only known by the inhabitants of Marseille. And thanks to your electric bike, it will be an effortless ride.

After crossing the colorful little streets of a typical Provencal neighborhood and an idyllic path by the sea, you will dive into the waters of the Mediterranean to discover the species that live there. You will find yourself facing nature, in the middle of the sea to carry out an activity whose ecological impact will be minimal. On the route, urban interventions, caves, special ecosystems and a great diversity of fauna and flora are mixed. Physical challenges will surprise the most daring. Your body and your mind will be grateful for a relaxing and sporting activity in which your sensitivity for the sea and nature will be strengthened. Weather conditions will determine our course.

This is the 'bon viveur' tour of the very best of Provence designed for those people who enjoy eating and living well! We begin with a visit to the exceptionally beautiful winery - Château La Verrerie, near to Lauris, then Bastide du Laval, one of the most exclusive olive oil producers in the region, a short culture break in Lourmarin; time for some shopping a visit to the castle & onwards to Bonnieux and the vineyards of Château la Canorgue. Château La Verrerie sits between the Rhône and Provence. The estate covers 48 hectares and produces around 250,000 bottles each year. It was not until 1988 that the appellation cote-du-lubéron was created & La Verrerie is one of the best. Château la Canorgue, a family-owned estate. Thanks to the dedication of successive generations it has remained in the family for more than 200 years. In the 1970s, Jean-Pierre Margan, a pioneer in organic farming passed on his passion to his daughter Nathalie, who represents the 5th generation of winegrowers.

If you just have a day in Provence and want to take the best of it for a good experience, good laugh and good food with a local guide loving its region, this tour is perfect for you. I will enlight your day, 100% guarrenteed

Discover the 2nd largest city in France ! Ideally designed for a first discovery, this visit brings together the must-see sites in 2 hours of stroll. Through this itinerary, the guide invites you to dive into the bubbling Phocaean city with its singing accents, the scents of bouillabaisse and pastis, not to mention the famous games of petanque! Go to the Old Port - the ideal starting point to get into the atmosphere - you will take the famous Canebière and discover the particularity of the Palais de la Bourse. You will continue your immersion in the Panier district - the historic heart of the city, a testimony to the past and small designer shops. You will end your tour in the new Mucem district. Possibility to tailor the tour according your interests. Please mention them at your booking. If you have a mobility issue, please let us know after you have made your reservation, so that we can adapt this tour to you.

Explore the UNESCO city of Arles, the medieval village of Les Baux de Provence and the authentic town of Saint Rémy de Provence. This tour a must to travel across the heart of Provence painted by Vincent Van Gogh, home of olive oil and delicious wines. Private guided tour in Arles to see where Van Gogh use to live and where he painted. Visit the Roman Monuments of the ancient city from the 1st century and the Cathedral from the 12th century. 30 minute transfer to Les Baux de Provence. You will visit the 16th century village of Les Baux de Provence and its 11th century Castle. In Les Baux de Provence we recommend the Carrières de Lumières Art Exhibition. 20 minute transfer to Saint Rémy de Provence. Enjoy a private guided tour of Van Gogh's asylum in Saint Paul de Mausole. See the Roman Monuments of the ancient city from the 1st century. Visit Saint Rémy, its lovely atmosphere and its pretty shops. We provide the best professional tour guides in the south of France.

Provence Class Driver is a passenger transport company (VTC) whose philosophy is to offer the best possible customer experience, through exemplary service quality and listening to each of your needs. Based in Marseille, we operate in all Bouches-du-Rhône, and perform any service and any distance, across France & abroad. Each of our drivers is professional, trained, and holds the professional card of transport of person, delivered by the Prefecture (card VTC). Our vehicles are comfortable and elegant, we will transport you according to your request in recent vehicles and adapted to your needs (Sedan or Van up to 7 seats). More than just a transport from point A to point B, we take care of you in all serenity.

Named after the mountain range between Cavaillon & Manosque, the Luberon a Provençal patchwork of hilltop villages, vineyards, ancient abbeys & mile after mile of fragrant lavender fields. A rural region that makes time for the good things in life – especially food & wine. Nearly every village hosts its own weekly market, packed with stalls selling local specialities. Visit Roussillon, Menerbes, Lacoste, village of the Marque de Sade’s 11th century château, impressive public artworks & quaint tiny houses. In 1771 the Marquis fled Paris to escape the scandals created by his erotic writing. The château belongs to Pierre Cardin. Journey on through Bonnieux to Gordes, the ancient beehive-shaped village des Bories passing through the Luberon massif & cliff-lined Combe de Lourmarin into the village of Lourmarin itself. Once a quiet farming town, now its streets are lined with design shops, galleries & boutiques. From walking around town, you can't miss the Renaissance Château de Lourmarin.

This is a great tour for cruise passengers as driving time is limited and all stops are easily accessible. Marseille is the oldest city in France, and it offers great touristic attractions. In this tour we visit the main highlights and learn about the quirks and identity of this incredible place. Marseille is huge and it is a must to have the help of a local to discover it. What is best to visit is not necessarily in the centre, and to take advantage of the limited time you need both a knowledgeable person and a vehicle. Our driver/guides are the perfect people to make you discover it, and our fully air/condition vehicles perfectly adapted for the task.

3 great places in Provence. Arles - St Rémy - Les baux de Provence I'll show you the city of Arles which has some of the best preserved Roman places in the region such as the amphitheatre & the theatre. Arles is also host to the International Photography Festival, a huge exposition with dozens of art galleries open from July to September. You'll discovered the places Van Gogh painted like the hospital, the bridge (a place in the middle of nowhere ), on the river "Le Rhône" waterfront (by night), outside a café. Next stop, Les Baux de Provence with its medieval castle high on a hilltop village just a few miles from Arles. Our last stop will be St Remy de Provence, a very nice little city with a lot of handcrafts & souvenirs shops, Van Gogh printed paintings along the road. A lot of different aspects of Provence. And the cherries on the top? Olive oils & wine & chocolate tastings!

Half-day, full-day, with family, in groups, for corporate events, bachelor or bachelorette parties, we tailor our outings to your requests. We can guide you to the Calanques or through the various neighborhoods of Marseille. We can also recommend fabulous restaurants, swimming spots, picnic areas, aperitif spots, and more.

In this full day tour, you will see the highlights of Arles the UNESCO World Heritage site due to its Roman monuments, including the Roman arena, a Roman theater, the Alyscamps, a huge Roman necropolis, Roman baths and the church of St. Trophime, before strolling in the footsteps of Van Gogh and the places which have inspired him art. Arles is a must-see. Then head up to les Baux de Provence and discover this medieval village on 245 meter high rocky spur to discover a breathtaking view. Finally, go to Saint Remy de Provence to visit the monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole (own expense) where Van Gogh used to live for one year. Visit the historical center and get a free walk in the old town.

Massive ride. Unfforgettable day trip ! Departing from Marseille we will leave for the day in the Calanques until Cassis. Wow effect guaranteed ! The route takes place almost exclusively on forest tracks (DFCI). We ride in particular through the Sormiou belvedere, the Luminy area, the Chalabran valley, the Oule de la Gardiole pass and the Calanque de Port Miou. We take a good break in Cassis to eat and enjoy swimming. Plan a picnic for this outing. It is also possible to eat in Cassis (restaurants or snack bars). This outing is aimed at a sporty audience, comfortable on a bike off-road. Reserved for adults We favor small groups. The tour may include variations and adaptations depending on the level of the group. Group outings are done on comfortable, downhill electric mountain bikes. Don't need a guide ! In this case we provide everything from bike to GPS track and more.

You will be picked up at your ship or hotel and drive strait to Aix-en- Provence (about 30 minutes) to get a look at its lively morning markets. We'll take a walking tour of the old town with its beautiful buildings, St. Sauveur Cathedral, the history museum and Cézanne's workshop. You may have lunch in a typical Provencal restaurant (optional), and, if time permits, do a bit of shopping or wine tasting. Then, you'll be dropped-off at your ship or hotel. If you have any special requests, please let me know! If you would like to share this tour with others on your cruise ship, search for cruisecritic on internet and put an add.

A wonderful way for you to explore Marseille in the morning by easy ebike with tastings through lovely, and famous, districts of this unique city. Your small group will be accompanied by a friendly, and informative guide who will help you to discover the locations of markets and restaurants and offer other suggestions that will help make your visit to Marseille memorable. A real deep experience.