Tour Two Cities: Marseille and Aix-en-Provence
Let the guide lead on this double-city excursion by bus and foot, giving you a great intro to Marseille and Aix.
Begin with a drive to Aix-en-Provence and take to the streets on a walking tour to the cathedral. Stroll down the stunning Cours Mirabeau and enjoy some free time in the city before rejoining the coach. You'll then return to Marseille for a city tour, stopping off at sites like the famous Notre Dame de la Garde cathedral for a 360-degree panoramic view over the city. Finally, you'll head to Marseille's Vieux Port to explore at your leisure before going back to the ship.
This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.
Shore Thing Highlights
Get a 360-degree panoramic view over Marseille from the iconic Notre Dame de la Garde (a.k.a. La Bonne-Mère) Cathedral
Join a local guide for a stroll down the lovely Cours Mirabeau while making your way to the impressive Saint Sauveur Cathedral
Hop on a coach bus for a scenic roundtrip ride from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence
Grab lunch, do some shopping and explore the Vieux Port area at your leisure
Tour Marseille and Aix-en-Provence both by bus and on foot
Need to know
Approximately 45-minute drive from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
The order of sites visited may vary
Dress code alert: Shoulders and knees must be covered while in the cathedral
Sailors should expect to walk over uneven pavement for an extended period of time.
Includes roundtrip coach transfer
Lunch is not included - Take advantage of the free time given to taste the local cuisine
Please note this Shore Thing involves climbing about 160 steps at Notre Dame de la Garde
Sailors should bring cash if they want to purchase local products
This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
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