Aix en Provence, Marseille & Cassis from Avignon

This Full day Private Tour Aix, Marseille & Cassis has been designed by our Deluxe France experts for you to combine seaside & countryside landscapes of Provence.

Start your day with a scenic drive from Avignon to Aix en Provence, the cultural capital of  Provence, the city of 'Cézanne', greatly inspired by the countryside for his masterpiece paintings. The boulevards with alleys of enormous plane trees, the rich private mansions, the charming fountains and hidden squares and the lively café terraces make of Aix en Provence a must in the South of France!  Your driver will take you for a short walk throughout this amazing city, full of Roman history and medieval tales. Then hit the road and enjoy a glimpse at the Sainte Victoire mountain, immortalized by Cézanne.

*If you desire a walking tour around Aix en Provence ask us to add this experience to your tour fro an extra fee. Click here to discover this experience. 

Enjoy the view on the route taking you through colorful creeks of the seaside. You will arrive to Marseille, one of the most “Mediterranean”, multicultural and dynamic cities in France. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Marseille, including a stop at the Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, with its panoramic view of the city, Frioul Islands, and Château d'If. End at the 11th-century Abbey of Saint-Victor, guarding the entrance to the Vieux Port, the very emblematic Old Port. You will have the chance to discover landmarks such as the Museum of la Vieille Charité, Notre Dame de la Garde, The Palais Longchamp and the Panier headquarter.

Last but not least, reach Cassis, the “St Tropez of Provence”. Cassis is a charming village by the sea, snuggled at the foot of the tall Cap Canaille cliff and the white limestone coves. Enjoy a bit of shopping or strolling on the harbor, lively place of the local life.  Its picturesque fishing port is embellished by nice shops, cafes, and restaurants where you can try their famous Pastis (anis flavored liquor).  It is also the departure point for your boat trip to the world-famous Calanques and their breathtaking cliffs (Port Pin, Port Miou, En-Vau). Discover its surroundings through a scenic route taking you through colorful creeks of the seaside at about 400 meters high.