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Small Group Marseille Shore Excursion: Aix-en-Provence & Cassis

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Marseille, France
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Booked 5+ times last week!
  • 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.5
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· Kathleen_M ·
Jul 2026
Very knowledgeable guide and organized. Highly recommend it. The tour was in a small group as advertised.
· Tyrone_P ·
Jul 2026
Excellent tour for those coming for an excursion from a cruise line. If you're only in port for a short period of time this is the tour you should probably book. We even had enough time for an hour boat tour of the Calanques in Cassis

Overview

Take advantage of your stopover in Marseille with a 7-hour shore excursion of breathtaking Aix-en-Provence. When your cruise docks, hop aboard a comfortable vehicle for the 30-minute northbound ride through the vibrant Provençal countryside. With your friendly driver, tour Aix’s colorful streets and verdant parks – ornamented with fountains, shops, cafés and elaborate façades – and Cassis a very ancient fishing port.
  • 7-hour shared Aix-en-Provence and Cassis shore excursion from Marseille
  • Pass the Cathédrale Saint Sauveur and stroll down Cours Mirabeau
  • Complimentary port pickup and drop-off

What's Included

  • Local driver
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour available for cruise passengers only
  • Lunch, food and drinks, unless specified
  • Entrance to Cezanne’s workshop
  • Calanque cruise tickets

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

  • Port de Marseille Fos
    13015 Chem. du Littoral, 13015 Marseille, France

Pickup details

Please wait your tour guide at the exit of the ship/cruise terminal, do not start to walk in the port area. The tour departs from the pier shoreside. Once you disembark, whether there is a terminal building or not, your local tour guide will be waiting at the exit with a sign with your last name. The local tour guide will greet you and walk you to the transportation. This is important not to follow the green line on the floor. Please Note: It is important that you refrain from strolling about the harbor area and just go to the meeting location.

Start time
.9:00 am

Itinerary

A friendly driver will greet you at the dock in Marseille and escort you through the Provençal countryside. While driving you to your destination, he will provide you with historical and cultural information about Provence. Upon arrival, you’ll disembark near Cours Mirabeau, Aix’s chic central thoroughfare lined with rich architecture, diverse markets, boutiques and cafés. Your driver will give you a map of the city and point the highlights of the town. It is now time to visit Aix. As you make your way to the Place du Général de Gaulle, admire vibrant 19th-century buildings and hear about some of the city’s famous visitors and sons, including Albert Camus, Paul Cézanne and Émile Zola. 

Admire spectacular fountains such as the Four Dolphins Fountain, dating from 1667, and the Place d’Albertas fountain, and grand buildings like Cathédral Saint-Sauveur d’Aix and Hôtel de Ville (City Hall).

You will have some free time for lunch (not included) on your own.
The Crests roads will then lead you to the outstanding site of Cape Canaille from where you will enjoy the exceptional view on the bay. Cassis is a very ancient fishing port and the harbour is probably the most beautiful part of the village. You will have the possibility to board on a 1-hour boat trip (ticket not included) to discover 3 Calanques, steep-walled coves sheltering tiny harbours or beaches   

Following your 7-hour tour, relax as your guide drives you back to port. 

Worry-free Shore Excursion:

We will ensure your timely return to Marseille port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.

Port de Marseille Fos (Pass By)

1

Cassis

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

2

Aix-en-Provence

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • If your ship has to leave at 4pm or earlier the departure time of the tour might need to be amended. You will be emailed by the local supplier to inform you of any changes if necessary
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
  • Children under 4 years old are not allowed on tours
  • Please note that the order of visits and the stops at the sites may change depending on operational conditions.
  • We cannot be held responsible if the cruise ship company cancel the stop over at the port, less than 24 hours the tour departure. No refund can be claimed
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5
based on 48 reviews
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Very knowledgeable guide...

Kathleen_M, Jul 2026
Very knowledgeable guide and organized. Highly recommend it. The tour was in a small group as advertised.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Bonjour Kathleen, your review just made our day! We're so happy you enjoyed your tour and our guide. Guests like you are the reason we love what we do. We look forward to seeing you again soon. We're waiting for you for another adventure in Provence, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Loire, Champagne, Paris and Normandy. Team A La Française.

Just enough!

Tyrone_P, Jul 2026
Excellent tour for those coming for an excursion from a cruise line. If you're only in port for a short period of time this is the tour you should probably book. We even had enough time for an hour boat tour of the Calanques in Cassis

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Bonjour Tyrone, what a wonderful review! Knowing our tour made your experience special means the world to us. Our team works hard to create memories that last. Book again anytime — we'd love to have you back for another great day out! Team A La Française!

Great tour of Aix and Cassis!

Shirin_S, Jul 2026
Audrey was a great, knowledgeable and friendly guide! We enjoyed her tour immensely. She was helpful and made touring Aix en Provence and Cassis wonderful!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Bonjour Shirin, your review just made our day! We're so happy you enjoyed your tour and our guide Audrey. Guests like you are the reason we love what we do. We look forward to seeing you again soon. We're waiting for you for another adventure in Provence, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Loire, Champagne, Paris and Normandy. Team A La Française.

Amazing trip to Aix en Provence and Cassis

Sandra_P, Jun 2026
The highlights of Aix en Provence and Cassis ...it was terrific. Our guide Laurent was very good, spoke great English, and gave us really good insight into the culture of the area and life there. If I return, I will definitely visit Cassis again - loved it there!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Bonjour Sandra, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! we're absolutely thrilled to hear that our guide Laurent made a such fantastic impression on you. We're so happy to know you had a experience truly memorable. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing adventure in Provence. Maybe next time in Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne, Loire, Paris, Normandy. Team A La Française.

Did not get what we booked and paid for!!

Janine_I, Jun 2026
This tour does not provide what is listed on the Viator site! The tour company or Viator have not updated their information and we did not receive what we paid for. The guide was 30mins late as she was given the wrong Port to collect the tour. We then went to AixProvence first for only 1.5 hours (not 3 as listed) then only after our tour said we weren’t happy we stayed in Cassis for 2. 5 hours. The guide mentioned the tour is always this way around for the optional boat trip is Cassis. It is also usually only 2 hours in each location. Our tour was also not extended the extra 1/2 hour lost so it was cut short. I would not have booked this tour if I had of known it was such a shorter timeframe. I contacted Viator for a part refund as other travel Apps had this tour updated to reflect the shorter times. Viator refused to refund and nothing has changed on the site for the incorrect details. Very disappointed as this site should honour what they promote if it is proven to not be valid or incorrect. I suggest you check with any tour operator separately to confirm your listed trip details as this site cannot obviously guarantee you will get what you booked and paid for. Extremely disappointed, as the tour company appeared to be just as confused as the group that we had incorrect information.

Bait and switch. Tour is not as advertised.

willymcc, Jun 2026
Our tour was described as 2 hours of independent exploration in Cassis followed by 3 hours of the same in Aix-en-Provence. Our driver went to the wrong part of the port initially and was 30 minutes late in picking us up. We were driven to Aix first and given only 80 minutes to explore the town. This was a great disappointment. The driver wanted to get us to Cassis for an hour long boat ride (extra charge). None of the 8 persons in the van were interested in the boat ride, but we were not permitted to extend our time in Aix-en-Provence. The driver's itinerary was different from that advertised on viator, allowing only 2 hours in Aix-en-Provence. The driver was 30 minutes late in meeting us at our ship and refused to extend the tour by 30 minutes. The tour was misrepresented on viator and then shortened by the driver's incompetence.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the late pickup and the confusion regarding the itinerary order. Viator's listing description had not been updated by them to reflect this. For cruise passengers, tour timing does need to flex based on ship schedules, port constraints, and real-time conditions — which can affect how time is distributed between stops. That said, we understand this wasn't properly communicated, and we're sorry the experience fell short of expectations. Best regards Daniel-aubin

Mixups dampened the experience

Richard_W, Jun 2026
It started with the guide being late, she was sent to the wrong cruise terminal, not clear if that was the fault of the company dispatcher or the port people giving her wrong information. The write-up we went from said 2 hours in the first town and 3 in the second, but the order of the towns ended up being reversed. The guide said the order had always been that way. It seems the write-up in the US and Australia was wrong. Other people who booked through a different agency had the correct description .

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share this. We apologize for this experience. Regarding the town order, the itinerary for cruise groups is sometimes adjusted based on ship timing and port logistics, which may differ from the general description. We regret this wasn't made clear upfront. We've flagged the listing discrepancy to Viator so they can update the description for US and Australian markets. Best regards Team A la Française

Remy was a great tour...

Stephanie_M, Jun 2026
Remy was a great tour guide. We loved cassis and the views from it. The market was open so that was nice.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Bonjour, We are happy that you enjoyed your trip in Provence with our guide Remy. Thank you for choosing A la Française for your visit and we hope to see you again soon... Team A la Française!

Not all in the language we paid for.

Bev_M, May 2026
The tour is fine, vehicle comfortable, guide was good but totally ruined for us English speakers by a group of French/English speakers from our ship who insisted on French commentary. The ship only has English language so they understand quite well. We had paid for an English speaking tour and got 70% French. Not pleased. The guides driving was excellent.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your honest feedback. We sincerely apologize that the commentary was predominantly in French due to French speaking Canadian despite you booking an English-language tour. This falls short of our standards, and we understand how frustrating this must have been. We will address this directly with our guide to ensure language agreements are strictly honored going forward. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with experience you derserved. Warm regards, Team A La Française.

Fun Excursion

James_B, May 2026
Great trip, Sebastian was knowledgeable and helpful. Ax Provence was beautiful. As was the beach town of Cassis

Response from Host, May 2026

Bonjour James, We are happy that you enjoyed your trip in Provence with our guide Sébastien, Thank you for choosing A la Française for your visit and we hope to see you again soon... Team A la Française!

Loved this tour. Plenty of time to discover and eat on your own!

Maria_C, May 2026
Tour guide was excellent driver and showed us all the most beautiful sites of aix en Provence and cassis

Response from Host, May 2026

Bonjour Maria, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback and our guide. Thank you for choosing A la Française! and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience A LA FRANCAISE! : in Burgundy, Champagne, Bordeaux, Loire, Paris and in Normandy! Best regards Team A la Française !

Great tour

Robert_S, Oct 2025
A wonderful day visiting 2 nice places. Audrey did a great job showing us the cities. She drove the car expertly. Our only wish was that the car was a bit bigger for comfort.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed this excursion. Audrey always strives to make each visit enjoyable and flexible according to everyone's wishes. We hope to see you again soon for a new discovery in Provence! best regards, A LA FRANCAISE!

Tale of two Cities

Mead_S, Oct 2025
This small group tour (eight people) gave us a chance to see two very different municipalities. In Aix en Provence, we were given the option of a guided tour by Audrey, our very amiable tour guide, or striking off on our own to explore the area. I chose the latter, although others on the tour said they enjoyed Audrey’s tour. From there, we were off to the small fishing village of Cassis, where we had a couple of hours to roam the town, have lunch or take a boat tour. (My lunch was one of the highlights of my entire cruise.). I consider this tour to be much preferable to a ship excursion, which usually is more expensive and has a much larger group.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your detailed review! We're so glad you enjoyed this small-group tour and the discovery of two such different places: the charming Aix-en-Provence and the picturesque village of Cassis. Audrey always strives to make each tour enjoyable and flexible according to everyone's wishes. We're glad you had a great time, especially during your lunch in Cassis! Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing our tour over a cruise—we hope to see you again soon for another discovery in Provence! Best regards, A LA FRANCAISE!

Aix and Cassis

Nadia_B, Oct 2025
The tour was great. Thomas, our guide, was amazing. You could tell he loves this area very much and he knew a lot about it. He spoke very good English too. We enjoyed the day.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your feedback! We're delighted that the day allowed you to fully and enjoyablely explore the region. Your recommendation is heartfelt and encourages us to continue offering enriching and fun experiences. We look forward to welcoming you again! Best regards, A AL FRANCAISE!

Fantastic guide and a wonderful day in Provence

David_B, Sep 2025
Full disclosure, our original tour was cancelled the day before we were scheduled to go because of a vehicle problem. We were offered a slightly different itinerary for a trip on the same day and time. Because we were coming in on a cruise ship, we chose the new trip. The communication from the tour provider was excellent. There was some complexity in finding the driver at port but I was contacted via WhatsApp and we were able to get things sorted and on our way. The team was patient and helpful while this was happening. As for the tour itself, the van was a very comfortable Mercedes van with good AC. Our tour guide, Emmanuel, was excellent. He spoke English very well and his knowledge of Provence and the surrounding areas was excellent. I loved all the stops we made and he always had great suggestions for photos or things to do and see. He really could not have been better. So while we ended up being on a slightly different tour than we planned, it could not have turned out better. I loved this tour and it was one of the highlights of the trip. Thank you Emmanuel for such a great tour of the Luberon!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

We thank you for joining A LA FRANCAISE! Our excursions give you the opportunity to discover the authentic and typical part of Provence, with Emmanuel. You can know more about the terroir with the wine-tasting and the stops in the small villages. There are wonderful places to see in order to enjoy the provencal atmosphere. It's true that our 8 seater minivans are very comfortable to spend a good journey with the comments of our guides. We hope we will welcome you again in Provence ! Kind regards, A LA FRANCAISE!

It was a good day with...

Marilyn_L, Sep 2025
It was a good day with Pepe. We had comfortable van in which we travelled to Aix and Cassis. Lots of free time in each location, to explore on our own, all made easier with his explanations of the area. Pepe showed us beautiful views of the mountains and the sea!! I definitely recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Bonjour, Thank you so much for your warm feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful day with Pepe and that you enjoyed the comfort of the van and the free time in Aix-en-Provence and Cassis. Pepe is truly passionate about the region and loves sharing his favorite spots between the sea and the mountains! We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in Provence. Best regards, A LA FRANCAISE!

Fantastic day to never forget with Pepe

Deanne_M, Aug 2025
No better than Pepe! He was so friendly, engaging, interested and knowledgeable. The information we received was tremendous while traveling in the car between locations and sight seeing. The balance of personal time as a family and the tour was perfect! He was great with my kids (12,10) and you could just feel his passion for the South of France and what it has to offer.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Bonjour, Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review about your experience with Pepe. We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed his friendliness, knowledge, and passion for the South of France, as well as the perfect balance he provided between family time and sightseeing. It’s always a pleasure to create memorable moments for guests of all ages. We look forward to welcoming you and your family again for more discoveries. Best Regards A la Française

Wonderful tour. Beautiful areas to see. Be prepared to walk a bit more than average.

Clark_S, Aug 2025
A very good tour leaving Marseille. Most of our time was spent in Cassis and Aix En Provence. We took a boat ride in Cassis to see some hidden gems of coves. The pastries were delicious. We walked and ate in Aix En Provence. Beautiful city. Our guide Remmy did a good job of communicating history and answering questions. We had 'those' fellow tourists who asked idiotic questions all the time, and Remmy navigated them well for the benefits of the rest of us.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Bonjour, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so happy to hear you had a great time exploring Cassis and Aix-en-Provence. The boat ride and pastries definitely make for memorable highlights, and we’re glad you enjoyed them. Remy is indeed excellent at sharing both the history and the charm of the region, while keeping everything enjoyable for the group. We hope to see you again soon for another amazing tour! Best Regards, A la Française

Our host was a real professional!

Laurie_M, Jul 2025
Thomas M, our guide, was amazing! He was attentive and knowledgeable and friendly and positive. On a hot day he allowed us to tweak our time with him to stay cool! He gave us a nice balance between guided activities and free time. Thanks especially for the wonderful air conditioning in your vehicle.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Bonjour, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Thomas. He truly takes pride in making each tour comfortable, informative, and enjoyable, especially on those hot days! We're also glad the vehicle’s air conditioning brought some extra relief. We hope to welcome you again soon for another great adventure. Best Regards A la Française

Great option for a cruise excursion

Rima_R, Jun 2025
Our guide, Arnaud, was very kind. He drove us first to Aix where we wandered around and shopped. He then drove us to Cassis where we had lunch overlooking the water and did a little shopping. Arnaud gave us a lot of information about the areas while we were driving.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Bonjour, Thank you for your kind words! We’re happy to hear that Arnaud made your day enjoyable and informative. Exploring Aix and Cassis with some shopping and a lovely lunch by the water sounds like a perfect way to experience the region. We’ll be sure to pass on your compliments to Arnaud. We hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful tour! Best Regards, À la Française

Lovely day in the French countryside and by the sea.

Carole_M, Jun 2025
Beautiful scenery. A lot of walking around both Aix-en-Provence and Cassis to see everything. Sebastian was wonderful and very knowledgeable about the area.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Bonjour, Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the stunning scenery and the time exploring both Aix-en-Provence and Cassis. It’s great to hear that Sébastien made the experience even more special with his knowledge and guidance. We’d love to welcome you back for more discoveries in the South of France! Best Regards, A la Française

Wonderful tour!

Steven_B, May 2025
Pepe our guide was wonderful and so informative and seeing 2 beautiful yet different towns was great. Would highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, May 2025

Bonjour, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated Pepe's knowledge and enthusiasm. Visiting two unique towns in one day truly offers a rich and varied experience, and we’re thrilled you found it worthwhile. We hope to welcome you again soon for another adventure! Best regards, À la Française

Beautiful towns

Mike_N, May 2025
Minibus drive to Aix-en-Provence followed by Cassis. Thomas was an excellent guide, a good mix of guided tour and some personal time. Very enjoyable visits to beautiful towns.

Response from Host, May 2025

Bonjour, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the balance between exploration and free time, it’s something we really value. Thomas will be delighted to know his guidance made your day even more special. Aix and Cassis are indeed gems, and it’s a pleasure to help guests discover them in a relaxed, enriching way. Hope to see you again on another adventure! Best Regards, A la Française

Great tour!

Mary_M, Apr 2025
A GREAT day!!! Bernard was a great guide, and Aix and Casis were wonderful towns to visit!!! Food was INCREDIBLE!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Bonjour, Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! We're thrilled you had such a great day with Bernardo and enjoyed the charm of Aix and Cassis. We'd be happy to welcome you back anytime for more delicious discoveries. Best regards, A la française

Nice day trip!

Monique_B, Aug 2024
Thomas did a great job taking us around and teaching us about the history and culture of Aix-en Province, and giving us tips on what to see in Cassis. I definitely recommend this tour. It was way more than just transportation.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Bonjour, We are happy that you enjoyed your trip in Provence with our guide Thomas, Thank you for choosing A la Française for your visit and we hope to see you again soon... Team A la Française!

Excellent excursion to see beautiful parts of Provence

Sophia_L, Aug 2024
This trip completely met my goal of being able to see two beautiful and contrasting parts of Provence from a cruise without worrying about logistics. Very smooth experience, from pickup within the terminal so we don't even have to walk out, to drop off right on time. Sebastien was excellent and knowledgeable. I really appreciated the balance of short tour in Aix with time on our own in Aix and Cassis, because I prefer to do my own thing. I loved being able to catch a 1 hour boat ride to the calanques and relaxing on the beach (bring bathing suit and towel!). Note: this is not for those who want hand holding the whole way, nor for those who struggle to find your way back to a meeting place!

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Bonjour, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback and our guide Sébastien! Thank you for choosing A la Française! and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Best regards Team A la Française !

Essentially transportation, but great stops

George_J, Jul 2024
This is a transportation only tour really. We had a great guide who gave us a few highlights on our way both stops. Once arriving you are on your own, which is what we wanted. The markets in Aix-en-Provence are amazing and the second stop Cassis is a great place to have lunch by the seaside. Try to local wine in Cassis, we had a local dry white Chardonnay which was amazing. July/August is hot and this is a walking at your own pace tour when you arrive at the stops.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Bonjour, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback and our guide! Thank you for choosing A la Française! and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Best regards Team A la Française !

A terrific day!

Gaye_B, Jul 2024
Sebastien was a wonderful tour guide. He was personable and pleasant to be with. We were a small group of strangers who enjoyed seeing and hearing about beautiful Aix en Provence and the seaside town of Cassis. Sebastien, thank you for such a great day!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Bonjour, We are happy that you enjoyed your trip in Provence with our guide Sébastien, Thank you for choosing A la Française for your visit and we hope to see you again soon... Team A la Française!

Aix and Cassis

Teresa_G, Apr 2024
Pepe was a great guide, could talk about any subject and very clear about where to go during our free time. Would choose to do again, especially because it’s small size of group.

Response from Host, May 2024

Bonjour, We are happy that you enjoyed your trip in Provence with our guide Pelayo, Thank you for choosing A la Française for your visit and we hope to see you again soon... Team A la Française!

A definite “do not miss”!

Ronni_S, Apr 2024
Our guide was outstanding! Aix en Provence and Casis were wonderfully charming and so very beautiful. The scenery in the region…. often breathtaking!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Bonjour, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback and our guide Jeremy! Thank you for choosing A la Française! and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Best regards Team A la Française !

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