Top Provence Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 7

"Magic" evening: sailing on a traditional schooner, swimming in a pretty cove in the Frioul archipelago, cocktail dinner at sunset with music. During the navigation, along the Château d'If, you can contemplate the Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica and the bay of Marseille under the lights of the city. Capacity: 30 people Proposed program: – 7:00 p.m. Reception of passengers on the main quay of the Old Port, in front of the Town Hall (see: Access map). – Sailing in the harbor and stopover in the Frioul Archipelago. – Anchoring and swimming in the heart of the creeks. – Cocktail dinner served by the crew and offered by CASA CONSOLAT. Cold buffet: organic, local and seasonal cuisine. Drinks included: 2 glasses of rosé. – Relaxation and music (your playlists are welcome). – 10:30 p.m. Return to port.

Explore the rugged landscape of Calanques National Park (Parc National des Calanques) just outside of Marseille on an electric bike tour. Soak up the coastal beauty of southern France as you traverse small paths and off-road trails that take you along the calanques, steep-walled inlets of limestone on the Mediterranean. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people and is suited for active people who can handle going off road on a bike, but with the motorized assistance, you won’t have to work too hard to make it to the top of the hills.

The Côte du Rhône wine region is among France’s most renowned, but with so many wineries to choose from, it’s hard to know where to start. Follow the advice of your wine specialist guide on this full-day tasting tour and visit at least four different wineries from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Seguret, or Vacqueyras appellations. Learn about the region’s unique terroir and sample a variety of red, white, or rosé wines.

Beyond its lavender fields and hilltop villages, Provence is also home to some of France’s most impressive Roman ruins. On this tour, visit three historic cities and their UNESCO World Heritage-listed Roman sites all in one day. Gain insight into the region’s Roman history during guided visits to the ancient theater and Maison Carrée of Nimes, the Antic Theatre in Orange, and the Pont du Gard aqueduct.

This tour allows you to discover the most beautiful and elegant city in Provence, the historic and rich city of Aix-en-Provence. Not only will you visit the historic centre as you stroll with your driver-guide in search of the most characteristic corners of the old town, but you will also have the opportunity to learn useful information about the culture, food and history, as well as free time to shop and explore at your own pace. Before returning, we will head north of the city to discover Paul Cezanne's favourite painting spot, Mount Sainte Victoire. A half-day tour in a small group with an experienced driver/guide will allow you to make the most of your stopover in Marseille.

Wine-tasting in the Châteauneuf du Pape wine region and visiting the perched villages of the Luberon are two of the most popular day trips from Avignon. This two-in-one tour means you don’t have to choose. Start the day sipping the region’s famous red wine at two different wineries, make a stop at the Roman ruins of Pont Julien, then enjoy a scenic drive through the Luberon, stopping at Roussillon and Gordes.

Visit the Camargue Region, the city of Arles, and the town of Les Saintes Maries de la Mer with this full-day private tour from Marseille. You'll also visit Pond de Gau bird park, which provides refuge for the likes of egrets of flamingos, and spend time at the beach of Piemanson, all with a local guide.

Avoid the touristy eats on your Provence vacation, and discover the region's authentic food and wine with the help of a local guide. With this private tour, you'll visit three local vineyards for tastings, then enjoy lunch at a village restaurant in Puyloubier where traditional Provençale dishes take center stage.

Combine sightseeing in Marseille with wine tasting in the surrounding Côtes de Provence wine region. First, get to know Marseille on a guided walking tour and take in the view from the hilltop Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. In the afternoon, head out into the countryside to sample Provence’s world-famous rosés and other wines at two different wineries.

Founded by the Greeks in 600 BC, let’s just say there’s a lot to explore in Marseille. With this walking tour, you’ll discover all the city’s iconic spots, your guide leading the way from Old Port to the famous Canebière to the Panier Walk and beyond. Along the way, you’ll learn all about the city’s singing accents, the games of petanque, and more.

Experience the sights and scents of Provence’s lavender fields on this half day tour departing from Aix en Provence city center. Enjoy breathtaking sights while visiting the most photogenic lavender fields of Provence called Le Plateau de Valensole. Your trip also includes the visit to a local producer where you can discover the production process of lavender essence and understand the difference between Lavender & Lavendin.

Spend a day exploring Aix en Provence, Cassis, and Marseille with this private tour from Marseille. Your guide will pick you and your party up at your hotel and take you out on a day of adventure. Highlights include a stop at Cape Canaille and a guided tour of the Cours Mirabeau in Aix, with plenty of free time built in to explore at your leisure.

Explore Marseille on this private walking tour led by a lecturer from the French Ministry of Culture and Tourism, who is guaranteed to know their stuff. Your guide will take you to several places in the city, including the cathedral, where you’ll go inside and hear about its construction. You’ll also visit the Vieille Charite Palace, Jardin des Vestiges, and much more. You can go at your own pace on this private guided tour.

Leave the hassles of driving, navigating, and translating to your guide on this day trip from Marseille to Sault – the world’s lavender capital. See Provence’s stories lavender fields and visit ancient hilltop villages. View the rolling purple hills, see ancient cliff-top villages and have time to explore on your own and visit a lavender producer.

With boulevards shaded by majestic plane trees, the narrow streets lined with rich private mansions, the discreet squares adorned with lovely fountains, lined with welcoming café terraces, Aix en Provence, city of water and of Art, invariably seduces those who take the time to linger. This is your opportunity to explore the culture and the history of this place, with the help of your knowledgeable guides. The beauty of Aix-en-Provence, city of art, is discovered while strolling. During your walks around the famous Cours Mirabeau, you will admire a number of mansions and monuments. You will encounter sites such as City Hall, Old Archbishop's Palace, and Saint-Sauveur Cathedral. If you want to see another side of this city not mentioned here, simply mention it to your guide and they will take you there. Enjoy a personalized and scenic walking tour, and let yourself discover this wonderful city of Provence.

Visit three picturesque Provence towns known for their association with Van Gogh on this art-centric private tour from Marseille. Start in historic Arles, home to the famous café from “Le Café de nuit” and an impressive ancient Roman theater. Continue to the hilltop town of Les Baux de Provence, where there’s time for an optional visit to the Les Carrières de Lumières art exhibition, and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where Van Gogh spent time at a psychiatric hospital.

Marseille is a city with diverse landscapes and culture, offering spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and unusual encounters! By electric bike, you can easily explore these different settings and enjoy exceptional panoramas as well as the friendly atmosphere and the Mediterranean ambiance. By exploring the city by bike and thanks to your local guide who knows the place perfectly, you can discover historical, contemporary and unusual sites such as the Mucem, the Major, the Panier district, the Old Port, the Paro palace , the JFK Corniche and its beaches, the Vallon des Auffes... and the highlight of the show "La Bonne Mère"!. In short, discovering Marseille by bike offers you a unique experience that combines the natural beauty, rich history, vibrant culture and friendliness of this magnificent Mediterranean city. It's a pleasant, sporty, fun and eco-responsible way to fully experience all that Marseille has to offer.

Wine-tasting and driving are far from perfect partners. Let your guide take the strain as you sip and spit on this small-group tour that covers two separate wineries and a visit to an authentic goat farm for a cheese tasting. Enjoy free time in the charming city of Aix-en-Provence. See vineyards, bottling rooms, cellars, and more, and sample wines from the region’s celebrated rosés to well-balanced reds and lively whites.

As all of our excursions are personalised, we like to inquire to the individual interests starting from the first contact to get a general idea and start planning a general idea of the upcoming visit. Upon arrival in the region and prior to the visit, we always propose to meet the guest over a nice glass of wine or a cup of coffee (our treat) to truly fine tune their experience to them. The excursion usually starts around 9:30 a.m. and will last about 8 hours. Once more, each visit is unique and can be based upon a theme such as landscapes and Heritage, Legends and Castles, Tastings at and Discoveries of the vineyards and Provençal markets, Art, literature, Crafts, Folklore and the Provençal, Occitan and Roman Cultures. As we are not a company, but a registered not-for-profit cultural association having begun our activities in 2004, our local members who volunteer to accompany visitors are passionate about the history, culture and language of the region.

Your local expert and driver will pick you up and let you enjoy a private 6 hours your around Cassis & La Ciotat from Marseille. Book a private custom tour in a nice private Van (up to 6 people) to get a tailored itinerary and experience all the major spots of these beautiful villages located in the Mediterranean french coast, including pickup and drop off at your hotel or Marseille Cruise Port. This is a Private Service that will be carried in a comfortable Minivan MB V Class or similar equipped with air conditioning and cold water.

Visit the second largest city in France, Marseille, and learn all about its past and present, with all the rich cultures who came to live here. Learn the history from Caesar, the Middle Ages, the Count of Monte Cristo, World War II, and up to the present day. Note that entrance fees are not included in the price and will be paid on the spot.

Aix-en-Provence is the quintessential Provence town, known for its historic architecture, lively market, and rich art heritage. With this tour, take in all the highlights on a half-day tour or shore excursion from Marseille accompanied by a private guide. Stroll along picturesque Cours Mirabeau, visit Cezanne’s Workshop and St Sauveur Cathedral, and browse the market, then enjoy lunch (optional) at a traditional Provencal restaurant.

Indulge in a splendid half-day journey through the exquisite Bandol wine tour. Unwind in the comfort of a private 4-hour tour, chauffeured from your ship or hotel to the enchanting Bandol region. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the estates as you savor delightful wine tastings. Be pampered with refreshing beverages and accompanied by your friendly driver and guide. All this luxury is provided in a stylish minivan equipped with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi.

From the management of the vine in organic farming, to the new cellar built in 2018, Château Gigognan is surrounded by its lavender fields, its hives, its orchards, but also its olive trees which allow it to produce its oil. olive oil and its honey (spring and lavender). The heritage of Château Gigognan is atypical and deserves to be known.