Marseille, Aix-en-Provence & Cassis Private Tour: 3 Highlights

One tour covers three Provence cities without switching vehicles or guides.

A private full-day tour from Marseille cruise port takes you through Aix-en-Provence, Cassis and back to Marseille with a driver-guide and guaranteed on-time return to your ship. Walk the fountains and 17th-century streets of Aix, explore the fishing village of Cassis on the Calanques coast, see the 360-degree views from Notre-Dame de la Garde, and stop at Cape Canaille, Europe's highest maritime cliff. The Abbey of Saint Victor rounds out the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Château de La Gaude2h
2. Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica15m
3. Cap Canaille30m
4. Abbey of Saint Victor15m

Explore Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Cassis

• Visit Abbey of Saint Victor
• Tour Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica
• Guided walking tour of Aix-en-Provence
• Explore Cassis fishing port
• Photo stop at Cap Canaille cliff

The experience

How do you see three different Provence towns in a single port day without renting a car or joining a crowded group? This private tour picks you up at the cruise terminal and keeps the same driver and vehicle for the full seven to eight hours, so you move between stops without waiting for a coach to fill or a new guide to brief you. The itinerary is fixed (Aix-en-Provence, Cassis, Marseille's landmarks), but the pace is yours. You choose how long to linger at the Cours Mirabeau's fountains, whether to eat lunch in Cassis or browse the market, and which stops matter most to you.

Aix-en-Provence gets a guided 90-minute walk through the historic centre where Paul Cézanne lived, taking in the Provençal street markets, 17th-century mansions and the Saviour Saint Cathedral. From June 15 to July 20, lavender fields are visible from the route. Cassis is a working fishing village tucked into the Calanques National Park, with a colourful harbour, restaurants along the marina and the option to shop or walk to the beach. The driver knows the town and can point you toward the best spots without a script.

Back in Marseille, you get a guided tour of Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica and its 360-degree panoramic views over the Old Port and city, a photo stop at Cape Canaille to see the highest sea cliff in France, and a guided visit to the Abbey of Saint Victor with its 3rd-century crypt. The vehicle is air-conditioned, WiFi is on board, and bottled water is provided. Your return to the ship is timed to the port's schedule, so you don't miss departure.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
• driver-guide who speaks English, Italian or French.
• pickup and return to the cruise port.
• WiFi on board.
• bottled water.
• guided tours of Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica, the Abbey of Saint Victor and Aix-en-Provence's historic centre.
• free time in Cassis to explore, eat or shop.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Italian.

What is the Cours Mirabeau and why does the tour spend time there?

The Cours Mirabeau is the main tree-lined avenue of Aix-en-Provence, lined with 17th-century mansions and famous fountains. The tour includes a stroll along it as part of the 90-minute guided walk through Aix's historic centre, letting you see the city's architecture and street life without rushing.

Can I visit the beaches or restaurants in Cassis, or is the time there just for photos?

Cassis is a working fishing village where you have free time to choose your own activity. You can shop at the local market, eat lunch at one of the restaurants along the marina, walk to the beach, or simply explore the colourful harbour. The driver will wait and bring you back to the vehicle when you're ready to move on.

What makes Cape Canaille worth a stop?

Cape Canaille is the highest maritime cliff in France, rising above Cassis and the Calanques National Park. The tour includes a photo stop there so you can see the dramatic coastal views and understand the geography of the region you've been exploring.

Is wine tasting included in this tour?

Wine tasting is not included as standard, but it can be added by reservation. Let the operator know when you book if you'd like to arrange a tasting during the day.

How does the pickup and return work if I'm on a cruise ship?

The tour includes pickup and drop-off at the Marseille cruise port. The driver will meet you at a designated time and guarantee your return to the ship on schedule, so you don't risk missing departure.