Aix-en-Provence Food Tour: 5 tastings with local guide included

Five stops, five tastings, all the food paid for upfront

A 3.5-hour food tour of Aix-en-Provence led by a local guide who speaks English or French, visiting five stops to taste olive oil, charcuterie, the city's signature Croq' à la Truffe sandwich, traditional French sweets and calisson. All food is included. Bottled water and expert commentary on the region's culinary history come with it. Minimum age is 13. Guests should mention any food restrictions when booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Culinary tour of Aix-en-Provence

• Meet at Avenue Giuseppe Verdi
• Olive oil and truffle tasting
• Sample Croq' à la Truffe
• Taste charcuterie and cheese
• Try traditional French sweets
• Taste the legendary calisson

The experience

What does a local actually eat in Aix-en-Provence? This tour answers it by taking you to five places a food guide knows, starting with an olive oil and tapenade tasting where you learn how oil production shaped the region for centuries. The guide speaks English or French and walks you through the city's old quarter, stopping at a famous delicatessen for the Croq' à la Truffe (a truffle ham sandwich the city is known for), then moving on to traditional French sweets like macarons and madeleines, and finally to calisson, a local almond candy that is a must-try here. Bottled water is included throughout.

The meeting point is Avenue Giuseppe Verdi in central Aix-en-Provence, and the tour runs 3.5 hours. All five tastings and samples are paid for upfront, so there are no surprise charges at each stop. You're free to bring your own drinks if you want them. The pace suits all fitness levels, and the guide covers the history and culture behind what you're tasting, not just the flavors themselves.

What’s included

• All five food tastings and samples.
• bottled water.
• expert local guide in English or French.
• exploration of the old Aix-en-Provence quarter.
• olive oil and tapenade tasting.
• Croq' à la Truffe at a delicatessen.
• traditional French sweets including macarons and madeleines.
• calisson tasting.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SaturdayDeparts at 10:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Join a guide-led group walking four food stops through Aix-en-Provence, where tastings and meals are prepaid. Book this if you want a structured route with a local expert rather than choosing restaurants yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

What exactly is calisson, and why is it such a big deal in Aix-en-Provence?

Calisson is a traditional almond candy made with candied fruit and almond paste, a specialty of Aix-en-Provence for centuries. It's considered a must-try when you visit the city, and this tour includes a tasting so you can understand why locals are proud of it.

Do I need to tell the guide about food allergies or dietary restrictions before the tour starts?

Yes, you should communicate any food allergies or special dietary needs when you book. That way the guide can prepare and make sure the stops work for what you can eat.

Can I bring wine or beer on this tour?

Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks. The tour includes bottled water, but you can add wine or beer if you'd like to pair it with the tastings.

Is this tour suitable for teenagers, or is there a minimum age?

The minimum age is 13. Younger children are not included on this tour.

How much walking is involved, and what's the pace like?

The tour covers the old Aix-en-Provence area on foot over 3.5 hours, with stops for tastings at each location. It's suitable for all fitness levels, so the pace is manageable for most people.