Shore Excursion & Sightseeing
Cassis Marseille Half Day Private Tour
4 to 8 hours
Private Tour
From Marseille or Aix en Pce
Experience Cassis Marseille Half Day Private Tour
Discover Cassis Marseille Half Day Private Tour and start off sightseeing the vibrant city of Marseille, a multicultural and dynamic city. Continue by admiring the view of the bay of Cassis, a charming village at the foot of the tall Cap Canaille cliff.
Highlights of the Cassis Marseille Half Day Private Tour
-Enjoy comfortable sightseeing with your private driver throughout the Historical city of Marseille
-Drive through Notre Dame de la Garde, La Corniche, Le Panier, and the Old Port of Marseille
-Explore the village of Cassis and its fisher port
-Enjoy a beautiful panoramic view on the cliff during Cassis Marseille Half Day Private Tour
Full Description of the Cassis Marseille Half Day Private Tour
If you want to discover a charming part of the Mediterranean Sea, then this Cassis Marseille half day private tour is for you! Start off visiting the vibrant city of Marseille, the most “Mediterranean”, multicultural and dynamic city in France. Drive to the district of Panier, the oldest area of Marseille, a village inside the city. Then continue to the beating heart of this 26 century-old city, the emblematic old port.
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You will have the chance to discover landmarks such as the Center of la Vieille Charité, the Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde with superb white Carrare marbles and red marbles from Brignoles that decorate together the Byzantine style mosaics, and The Palais Longchamp which is a neo-classical ode to water and its arrival in the Marseille metropolis through the Canal of la Durance.
Continue your shore excursion to Cassis, a charming village by the sea, snuggled at the foot of the tall Cap Canaille cliff and the white limestone coves. Then, discover the village and its surroundings through a scenic route taking you through colorful creeks of the seaside at about 400 meters high. Its picturesque fishing port is embellished by nice shops, cafes, and restaurants. It is also the departure point for your boat trip (optional) to the world-famous Calanques and their breathtaking cliffs (Port Pin, Port Miou, En-Vau).
Finally, return to your ship or stay for lunch in Cassis (See our recommendations below).
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About this activity
📍 Pick up and drop off conditions
-Meet at your place of stay in Marseille or at your cruise ship.
☑️ Include
-Boat trip to the 3 Calanques to be paid on site (optional)
Itinerary / Interactive map
Photo gallery
Our Local expert tips
Restaurant: Villa Madie in Cassis
An amazing place to experience a cuisine that keeps the Mediterranean firmly on the horizon. Enjoy views of the sea and the pine trees and a terrace overlooking the sea. 2 stars at the Michelin in 2021. La Villa Madie
Restaurant: La Presqu'ile
The restaurant is housed in a villa perched on the rocks facing Cap Canaille. It proposes tasty bistro fare that combines Mediterranean flavours with more modern touches. Small beachfront brasserie serving light meals. Restaurant La Presqu'ile
Boat Tour: 3 Calanques of Marseille
Boating in the calanques is a great way to discover the massif and the islands between Marseille and Cassis. You can join a group or book a private boat to visit the calanques de Port-Miou (reachable by the road from Cassis peninsula), Port-pin and En-vau. Boat Trip in the Calanques
Wine Tasting: La Ferme Blanche
Come discover one of Provence’s oldest vineyard, the winemaking area of Cassis is shaped as a circus facing the mediteranean sea. It is closed on the western side by the Calanques hills, on the eastern side by the Canaille peak. Domaine de la ferme blanche
FAQ
- +Information about the Boat Tour from Cassis
- Hours: In the summertime there is no need to book a departure. The boats leave every 30 minutes, from 9:30 am to 12pm, and from 2pm to 6pm, including during weekends and public holidays.Most of the boats companies offer an excursion with a tour guide speech. During summer, the weather is hot and you will just want to wear your bathing suit and dive into the turquoise waters.Cassis (3 calanques - 45 minutes): this small tour allows you to have a quick look at the calanques de Port-miou (reachable by the road from Cassis peninsula), Port-pin and En-vau. Adult: 16 euros, children between 5 and 13 : 9,50 euros, children under 5: 1€ to be paid on site (However, booking is necessary for personalized excursions on small boats)
- +La Ferme Blanche Wine Tasting Opening hours
- Summer opening hours: Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 12 AM, then 2 PM to 7 PM.
Winter opening hours: Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 12 AM, then 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Open every Sunday morning (9 to 12) all year longCome discover one of Provence’s oldest vineyard, a few minutes away from Cassis’ railway station. You are of course welcome to sample our range of wine. You will of course find all our wines in our shop, along with other local products. From Aix-en-Provence olive oil to Nice’s sardines, and from genuine Marseille soap to proper Cassis wine glassware, all of Provence best kept secrets are available here.
- +When to visit the Calanques and Cassis?
- Calanques and Cassis are worth a visit from April to October.
- +What if I have a large group?
- This activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers. Our booking agent will have to customize this tour if your group is larger.
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