Aix-en-Provence & Cassis Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers

See Aix-en-Provence's fountains and plane trees without leaving the port behind

This 7-hour shore excursion takes cruise passengers from Marseille port to Aix-en-Provence, 30 minutes north, with a local driver guiding you through the city's fountains, facades and different eras. You get free time to explore the city center and the village of Cassis, with transport and port pickup included. The tour is timed to fit within your ship's port call.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Aix-en-Provence and Cassis

• Board cruise ship in Marseille
• Travel to Aix-en-Provence
• Tour Aix-en-Provence city center
• Enjoy free time in village

The experience

Your ship docks in Marseille, and you need to be back before it leaves. This excursion is built around that constraint: the driver picks you up at the port, drives you inland to Aix-en-Provence, and times the return so you're back on board. The route takes about 30 minutes each way, leaving you hours to move through the city on your own terms.

Aix-en-Provence centers on its fountains and tree-lined squares. You'll have free time to walk the city center, moving at your own pace through the neighborhoods your driver has oriented you to. The itinerary also includes a stop in Cassis, a smaller village where you can spend time on your own. The order of stops can shift depending on the day's conditions, and your driver speaks English or French, so you'll know what you're seeing and why it matters.

Transport is by air-conditioned vehicle for the full 7 hours, with pickup and drop-off at the cruise terminal. Children from age 4 are welcome. If your ship's departure time is early (4pm or sooner), the local supplier will email you before the tour to adjust the schedule so you don't miss your sailing.

What’s included

• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle for the full 7 hours.
• pickup and drop-off at Marseille cruise port.
• a local driver who speaks English or French and guides you through the city's history and architecture.

Before you book

Lasts 7h, from € 155 per person, with a live guide in English and French, in groups of up to 8 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by A La Française Marseille

Is this one for you?The tour is led in English or French, so you'll follow the driver's commentary comfortably if you speak either language. The 7-hour window is fixed to your ship's port call, which means you get the full experience without the stress of timing your own return to the terminal.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

How much free time do I actually get to walk around Aix-en-Provence?

The tour includes free time in the city center of Aix-en-Provence for you to explore on your own, plus additional time in the village of Cassis. The exact breakdown depends on the day's operational conditions and your ship's departure time, which the supplier will confirm with you before the tour.

What's actually in Aix-en-Provence that makes it worth the drive from Marseille?

Aix-en-Provence is known for its colorful fountains, ornate facades, and the plane trees that line its squares and streets. The city has different architectural and cultural layers from different eras, which your driver will explain as you move through it.

Will I have time to visit Cézanne's workshop or take a boat trip in the Calanques?

Cézanne's workshop entry and Calanque boat tickets are not included in this tour. Your free time in the city center is yours to spend as you choose, so you could visit the workshop if you book entry separately, but the tour does not arrange these.

If my ship leaves at 4pm, can I still do this tour?

If your ship departs at 4pm or earlier, the local supplier will contact you by email before the tour to adjust the departure time so you return to the port in time. The tour is designed for cruise passengers, so the timing is built around your ship's schedule.