Explore the enchanting Provençal landscape on this comprehensive shore excursion from Marseille. Set out on a captivating journey through historic Aix-en-Provence, marvel at the breathtaking Calanques National Park, and discover the iconic Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. Traveling in a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes minivan, you’ll enjoy the convenience of hassle-free port pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless experience. With a knowledgeable guide providing live commentary, this private tour offers a personalized and immersive taste of the region’s natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Prepare to be captivated by the charm and allure of Provence.
Good To Know
- This private shore excursion from Marseille offers a full-day exploration of top Provence attractions, including Aix-en-Provence, Calanques National Park, and Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica.
- The tour provides live commentary from a professional guide, bottled water, and transportation in a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes minivan for a comfortable and personalized experience.
- Cruise passengers can enjoy seamless port pickup and drop-off, with the option to meet the guide at a designated point, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
- The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of visitors, including infants and families.
- Flexible cancellation policies and a "Reserve now and pay later" option offer booking flexibility, while the private nature of the tour guarantees group exclusivity.
Tour Overview
This private shore excursion in Marseille, France provides a full-day exploration of top Provence attractions.
You’ll visit Aix-en-Provence, Calanques National Park, and the Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. Traveling in a luxury minivan ensures a hassle-free experience.
The tour has an overall rating of 4.0 from 3 reviews, offering a glimpse of the picturesque Provençal landscape and landmarks.
With live commentary from a professional guide and included bottled water, you’ll discover the region’s rich history and natural beauty.
The duration of this tour is a full day, providing ample time to learn about the charms of Provence.
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Inclusions
The Marseille Shore Excursion Tour includes several key features to enhance the experience. Guests will enjoy bottled water, live commentary, and a professional guide throughout the day. The tour also provides port pickup and drop-off in a luxurious air-conditioned Mercedes minivan, along with free WiFi on demand. However, the tour does not include lunch or entrance fees to museums.
Inclusions | Exclusions |
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Bottled water | Lunch |
Live commentary | Entrance fees |
Professional guide | Gratuities |
The private nature of the tour ensures a hassle-free experience tailored to the group’s preferences.
Meeting and Pickup
Guests have the option of meeting the guide directly at the designated meeting point or requesting a pickup from the Marseille port or another agreed-upon location.
The guide will be holding a name sign for easy identification. At the end of the tour, the group will be dropped off at the original meeting point.
This private excursion ensures a hassle-free experience, allowing guests to focus on exploring the highlights of Provence without worrying about transportation.
The tour’s flexible pickup and drop-off options cater to the needs of cruise passengers, who must provide their ship’s details to the tour operator.
Accessibility and Requirements
Although the tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible and located near public transportation, infants must sit on laps during the ride. Infant seats are available if needed.
The private nature of the tour ensures that only your group will participate, providing a more personalized experience. Most travelers can join the excursion, making it suitable for a wide range of visitors.
The hassle-free transportation by A/C Mercedes Minivan further enhances the comfort and convenience of the tour, allowing you to focus on exploring the top attractions of Provence.
Confirmation and Cancellation
Confirmation for the Marseille shore excursion tour is received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
Cruise passengers must provide specific details, including:
- Ship name
- Docking time
- Disembarkation time
- Re-boarding time
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Plus, a "Reserve now and pay later" option is offered, providing flexibility for booking.
The private tour ensures that only your group will participate, offering a personalized and hassle-free experience throughout the day’s exploration of Provence’s top attractions.
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Cruise Passenger Information
Cruise passengers booking the Marseille shore excursion tour must provide their ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time.
This information is essential for the tour operator to ensure a seamless pickup and drop-off experience. The tour confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
Passengers should also note that the tour is private, ensuring their group will be the only participants. This allows for a more personalized and hassle-free experience while exploring the top Provence attractions on this full-day excursion from the port of Marseille.
Tour Highlights
The Marseille shore excursion tour takes visitors on a captivating journey through the heart of Provence.
Highlights include:
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Exploring the charming city of Aix-en-Provence, renowned for its impressive architecture, vibrant markets, and lively café culture.
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Experiencing the breathtaking natural beauty of Calanques National Park, with its dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise waters.
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Visiting the iconic Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica, a stunning Romanesque-Byzantine church that offers panoramic views over the city and the Mediterranean.
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Traveling in a luxury minivan for a hassle-free and comfortable experience.
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Enjoying the convenience of port pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless day of sightseeing.
The Sum Up
This exclusive tour offers a personalized day of exploration in Provence. Cruise passengers can enjoy the stunning sights of Aix-en-Provence, the Calanques National Park, and the Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. With hassle-free port pickup and drop-off, and a professional guide providing live commentary, this is an ideal way to experience the beauty of this renowned region.
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