Marseille is one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting cruise ports and a perfect gateway to Provence. From the city you can quickly reach the turquoise creeks of the Calanques National Park, the colourful fishing village of Cassis, the elegant streets of Aix-en-Provence, the hilltop villages of the Luberon and some of southern France’s most renowned wine estates. All shore excursions from Marseille are private and designed specifically for cruise passengers. Your English-speaking driver-guide meets you directly at the cruise terminal, adapts the tour to your ship’s timetable and returns you to the dock well before departure. Popular shore excursion themes Marseille city highlights: ...
Marseille is one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting cruise ports and a perfect gateway to Provence. From the city you can quickly reach the turquoise creeks of the Calanques National Park, the colourful fishing village of Cassis, the elegant streets of Aix-en-Provence, the hilltop villages of the Luberon and some of southern France’s most renowned wine estates.
All shore excursions from Marseille are private and designed specifically for cruise passengers. Your English-speaking driver-guide meets you directly at the cruise terminal, adapts the tour to your ship’s timetable and returns you to the dock well before departure.
Popular shore excursion themes
- Marseille city highlights: Panoramic drive to Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Corniche and key viewpoints followed by a walking tour around the Old Port and the historic Panier district.
- Cassis and the Calanques: Coastal drive to Cassis, time to explore the harbour and village, and an optional boat trip into the Calanques to admire the white cliffs and clear waters.
- Aix-en-Provence and wine tasting: Guided walk through Aix’s old town and markets followed by a visit and tasting at a nearby Provence wine estate.
- Luberon hilltop villages: A full-day countryside tour to some of Provence’s most beautiful villages such as Gordes, Roussillon and Lourmarin.
- Provence wine tour: A day focused on the vineyards, visiting one or two selected estates to taste rosé, red and white wines in a relaxed, informative setting.
What is included
- Private vehicle and driver-guide for your group only.
- Pick-up and drop-off at the cruise terminal in Marseille.
- Timing adapted to your ship’s arrival and departure.
- Comfortable air-conditioned minivan.
- Flexible itineraries that can be adjusted on the day within time limits.
Half-day tours are ideal for shorter port calls or guests who prefer a lighter pace. Full-day excursions allow time to combine several highlights in a single, well-paced program.
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