Why choose this Marseille tour ?
Departing from the port of Marseille, this half-day tour will transport you to the picturesque city of Aix en Provence, also called “the little Versailles”, for its architectural beauty and majestic fountains.
Arrived in Aix-en-Provence, you will then enter into a journey through time, punctuated by the sound of fountains, the narrow streets, the lively squares, and picturesque walkway lined with trees.
Let yourself be carried away by the voice of your passionate guide, who will share with you the well-kept secrets of this city steeped in history.
During morning tours, you will get the chance to attend the daily market show with all its tempting stalls of local products.
Finally, as it is impossible to visit Aix-en-Provence without tasting its sweet specialty, the “calissons”, you will have the privilege of being invited to a local merchant for a presentation and tasting of this little culinary marvel.
You will be taken back to the port of Marseille the head full of memories.
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What makes Small Versailles of Provence & Calissons tasting. Marseille port a unique experience ?
Your private driver and guide will greet you at your cruise terminal in Marseille for a 45 minutes drive to the iconic city of Aix-en-Provence.
As “The little Versailles of Provence” is famous for being the city of a thousand fountains, you will stroll along the “Cours Mirabeau” and discover many of them along the walkway.
As the tour continues, you will stroll through the Old Town and discover stunning architecturel sites such as the cathedral Saint-Sauveur, or the city hall and its square, where you will enter in the intimacy of the local life.
Your passionate guide will share with you their passion for the city and all the well-kept secrets of its history.
The visit will continue with the Quartier Mazarin, the residential district.
The discovery of this picturesque village will end with a sweet note and private tasting of the famous “calissons d’Aix en Provence”, a delicious local confectionery.
You will then be tacken back to your cruise terminal in Marseille.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Small Versailles of Provence & Calissons tasting. Marseille port Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Private profesionnal guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at the pier
- Private vehicle
- Tasting of Calissons d’Aix-en-Provence
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by France – Top Private Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 2 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
