Tours of Provence from Marseille. Tours in Marseille. Excursion "St. Bom, Grotto of Mary Magdalene"

Excursions from Marseille 04/01 - 12/31/2018

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Excursions from Marseille

Old Town Tour (2 hours)
  Pedestrian. Old port, pedestrian streets of the Pannier quarter, Old Charite.

Sightseeing tour of Marseille (3 hours)
  Automotive. External sightseeing. The old city, the basilica of Notre Damede la Garde, Lonshan Palace.

Visiting Monte Cristo (2 hours)
  Boat trip to If island with sightseeing.
  The ticket for the boat and the castle is paid extra - 18 € / person. Only in good weather.

Gastronomic Marseille (3 hours)
  Walking tour of the historic center with a tasting of local snacks and goodies: oysters, patis - a typical alcoholic drink, pastries. Tastings are paid locally - 30 € / person.

Aix-en-Provence (4 hours)
  Automotive. External sightseeing. City of artists and poets.

Rock Cliff Legends (4 hours)
  Car with a boat trip. Cassie. Extra paid boat on the harbors-adolescents - 15 euros / person. Calanca, often called Provencal fjords - these are bays surrounded by almost sheer cliffs, they are found exclusively in the Mediterranean in the area of \u200b\u200bMarseille, Cassis and Toulon

Wine tour in Bandol (4 hours)
  Automotive with tasting. Bandol vineyards with a visit to the winery. An additional wine tasting is paid - 20 euros / person.

Avignon - Papal City (5 hours)
  Car with sightseeing. Excursion to Avignon, which was the seat of the popes in the XIV century as a result of political turmoil in the Vatican. Sightseeing tour of the historical part of the city, the opportunity to visit the Papal Palace with an audio guide in Russian. Entrance tickets - 12 € / person.

In the wake of Mary Magdalene (5 hours)
Automotive with external sightseeing. Excursion to Saint-Maximen - an important pilgrimage center. During the tour, the largest Gothic cathedral in Provence is visited - the Basilica of St. Mary Magdalene, which stores the relics of St. Magdalene. Also examined: the Royal Monastery, Arched Square, a charity hospital and other city attractions. The road to Saint-Maximin lies through the beautiful Sainte-Baume mountain range.

Saint-Tropez (8 hours)
  Automotive with external sightseeing. Sightseeing on Saint-Tropez. It is possible to book a restaurant along the route, restaurant reservation - 20 euros / table.

All popular excursions are collected in one place. Below is a list of the best excursions and surroundings that will allow you to get to know the city and see all the unique attractions.

We offer a variety of excursions to. Bus and pedestrian, for the whole day or for several hours, in the fresh air or with a visit to museums, guided tours of.

Excursion "Must-have in Marseille"

Individual walking tour. Our journey will begin at the fortress of St. John. I will introduce you to Marcel as a man: what is his “daily routine”, how to discern his magnificence, reckless disposition and beauty. I will show you the most "Marseille" places - Lonsham and Faro parks with unique panoramic views, where you can always meet local residents relaxing on a picnic or sunbathing during a lunch break, whether in summer or winter. We will take a coffee break in a pleasant place. And then we will take a walk to If Castle, where we will plunge into the entourage of the 19th century and the life of the main characters of the book "Count of Monte Cristo." If time permits, then as part of an additional program, we will visit the fortress of Saint Jean and the Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde, which has been towering over the city for the eighth century. I will talk about how the basilica competed with the Eiffel Tower itself, thereby causing pride among the Marseilles!

Excursion " Locations of the film "Taxi""

Individual walking tour. The adventures of taxi driver Daniel, Inspector Emilien and Commissioner Gibert were filmed on the streets of Marseille. Spectacular episodes, carefree humor and soundtracks that opened French rap to a wide Russian audience - all this will come to life on an author's tour. "General anxiety!" - our adventure begins! Many scenes of the film were shot in the Old Port area, so that the main locations can be covered in a walk. The first series was released back in 1998, since then some streets have changed their appearance and overgrown with new buildings, but with my help you can easily correlate the images from the cinema with real places. In addition to reproduced frames and plots, you are waiting for simply beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea, the port promenade and iconic sights. And along the way we will have a cup of coffee (I am treating you!) In one of the cafes of Daniel and Emilien.

Excursion " Marseille Shopping"

Individual walking tour. Real souvenirs are, of course, not magnets and postcards, but examples of things that have been used by locals for centuries. Therefore, I suggest you look at a shopping tour, as one of the ways to get acquainted with the atlas of the tradition and history of the city. Did you know that soap is not just one of Marcel’s symbols, but Fernandel’s first earnings even before he found his incredible acting talent? From such details you can draw a new image of Marseilles and, of course, purchase quality goods at good prices. I will tell you what Marseille is famous for, help you find high-quality souvenirs and show you proven places where you can use my local resident discount to buy a memorable gift from fashionable and tasty France. And there will be a special talk about wine traditions - you don’t even suspect what kind of wine you can find in Marseille - the best boutiques of the country will envy its traditions!

"Sightseeing car tour of Marseille"

Private car tour of Marseille. In Marseille, you can get lost, but finding the way to the Old Port is not difficult. People are very measured, although the overall plan creates momentum. The tops of the buildings merge into one color, and the golden Madonna looks at everything that happens from a height. A French carousel and a square with a variable name leads us to the old Bourse. And the streets in the old quarter of Pannier will remind someone of the corridors in a communal apartment. Marcel’s business card will not let you forget - If island is visible even at the entrance to the city, and indescribable energy hovers over the island. Marcel inspired Dumas, Besson, Kuprin, Puget and many other creators of art ... He conquered the stars of theater and cinema ... He broke the hearts of kings and religious rulers ... Beckoned with his greatness and ... opened the second wind to sophisticated travelers. During our tour you will discover the main sights of the city’s flair and you will hear a pleasant and interesting story linking the entire route together: - Notre Dame de la Garde - Abbey of Saint-Victor - Cathedral de la Major - Palace of Lonshan - Old Port - Palace of Faro-Forts Saint Jean and Saint Nicolas

Excursion Aix-en-Provence

Customized by Aix-en-Provence.

The former capital of Provence - the prosperous and bourgeois Aix-en-Provence fascinates at first sight. Elegant mansions from the era of Louis XIV, narrow cobblestone streets, picturesque squares where famous Provencal markets, dozens of fountains of various shapes and sizes pass in the morning all add to the unique charm of Aix-en-Provence. The Cathedral of Saint Savior, which attracts an interesting combination of various architectural styles and keeping one of the most remarkable works of Provencal painting of the XV century. - Froman’s triptych “The Burning Cupid.” Another architectural monument is the Gothic Church of St. John of Malta (Saint-Jean-de-Malta), located in the Mazarini quarter. Next to the church is one of the best art museums in Provence - the Granet Museum, which exhibits the works of Rembrandt, Ingres, Picasso and, of course, Cezanne. After all, it was here that this outstanding painter was born, grew up and spent almost his entire life. Aix-en-Provence can rightfully be called one of the most beautiful cities in the region, a walk along which will leave you pleasant memories for a long time.

Excursion " Lavender fields + Verdon gorge"

Private car tour of Provence with a visit to the Verdon Gorge.

The endless beauty of lavender fields is wrapped in a purple veil of Provence in a very short period - from late June to August. The magnificent landscapes of blooming lavender in combination with golden sunflower and wheat fields and a cloudless, blue sky create an indescribable picture, memories of which you will have for many years. We can also visit the Verdon Gorge, as it is called - the French Grand Canyon, as well as Mustier-Saint-Marie is a town famous for its faience. Well, boutiques with products from lavender, apiaries and much more will be found on our way more than once! The route to the fields and the Verdon Gorge only seems difficult, but it is not. Comfortable shoes are desirable, but walking in beautiful sandals will not cause problems. For successful and original photos on lavender fields, you can take with you any accessory that will harmoniously complement your image. It can be a hat, an umbrella, a plush toy - all that your imagination tells you. In the fields you need to be careful, you can meet many bees.

"Tour of the National Park of Calanca from Marses. Fjords"

They are located between Marseille and Cassis, a small resort town. Kalanca is a fjord, that is, deep and narrow bays with rocky shores, only Mediterranean.

The sea, the sun and the mountains are all you need for a great vacation, so an incredible hiking trip in the heart of Kalanka National Park will be of particular interest to you. We will walk along the three most beautiful bow-chambers - Port Miu, Port Ping and charming An Wow. The length of our route is 12 km and the walk will last almost the whole day. PROGRAM- Departure from Marseille to Cassis; - A visit to the Kalanca National Park will start from the Port Miu Kalanca where we will get acquainted with the incredible Mediterranean nature; - We will get to the fabulous Pont Pin bay; - Next we will go to the An Wau Kalanca where we will swim in its turquoise waters (by desire, of course); - The way back to the parking lot and return to Marseille. The program can be changed according to your wishes. ORGANIZATIONAL DETAILS- Headgear, sports shoes and sunscreen are required! - Drinking water at a rate of 1.5 liters per person If desired, you can make a small picnic

Excursion " Saint Bom, Grotto of Mary Magdalene"

For you, this trip will be a real discovery. Many pilgrims from all over the world seek this place of extraordinary power. We will visit the sacred grotto which is more than two thousand years old and touch the ancient biblical history.

PROGRAM- We will get to St. Bom by car (one hour road). I’ll pick you up from Marseille in a predetermined place. Our path will continue along the Provencal massif, we will overcome a small serpentine; - The grotto is located in a steep rock, now there is a Benedictine monastery. The road to the grotto is exclusively pedestrian, the path goes through a dense forest. I will tell you why this place is of exceptional importance among believers and how it relates to the Bible; - In the grotto it will be possible to light a candle and pray (optional) After the grotto, we will continue our route and climb a plateau (altitude 1200 m above sea level). To say that the view is spectacular is to say nothing! It's time to drink tea from the mountain Provence herbs, he is always with me); - We will go down to our car and return to Marseille. ORGANIZATIONAL DETAILS- Take along your headgear, sports shoes and sunscreen! - We also recommend taking drinking water at a rate of 1 liter per person, if you wish, you can make a small picnic on the top of the plateau; - Transfer from your hotel to Saint-Baume and back is included in the price of the tour; - Be prepared for two hours of active walking.

How to get to Marseille

Marseille is one of the largest cities in the south of France, with full confidence it can be called the "gate" to Provence, to the country's most resort region. Despite its status as a southern port city, Marseille is very visited by tourists, since it is difficult to overestimate its historical value. The city has been known since ancient times, and today tourists stay in Marseille, both by air and by water. Marseille is a frequent destination on European sea cruises. Today in our article we will tell you what to see in Marseille in 1 day, whether it will be a cruise stop, or a trip to Marseille from neighboring cities.

Getting to Marseille is fairly straightforward. In addition to the seaport, where cruise ships stay, Marseille also has its own arrival airport. True, there are no direct flights to Marseille from Russia yet, but you can fly with a transfer in Paris. Flights are operated by the French carrier AirFrance. If you want to get to Marseille, you can also change to other European countries, in which case flights will be operated by companies such as KLM, Brussels Airlines, Alitalia, etc. You can clarify all possible flight options from your city to Marseille via online booking services Aviasales , Buruki and other similar ones that allow you to compare all available flights for specific dates.

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Marseille Provence Airport is located 27 km from the city center. You can get yourself from the airport by bus, train or taxi. Bus transport company Navette one way travel will cost a little over 8 euros. Buses run all day with a frequency of every 15-20 minutes. Electric trains also go from the airport with the same frequency, they stay at the main train station in Marseille. The fare varies between 4-6 euros one way. The carrier is a French railway company SNCF .

At night, you can take a taxi from the airport to Marseille. You can find a car upon arrival, or book a car transfer in advance, then a car with a driver will be waiting for you by the time you arrive. Travel time by taxi to the city center will take about 20 minutes. You can book an individual transfer in advance at specialized online services, and other similar ones.

If you plan to travel a lot and not be limited to visiting only Marseille, then it may make sense to rent a car. Car rental points can be found right at Marseille Airport. To register a car for rent, it is enough to have a passport, a driver's license and a bank card to pay for services. You can see the list of all distributors at Marseille airport in a search engine Rentalcars , there you can book your car in advance. Marseille Airport and the city center are connected by Route No. A7.

More information on how to get to Marseille from other cities of France, Italy, Spain can be found in a separate article:. The article lists all the known methods, including buses, trains, taxis and cars.

You can stay in Marseille both in standard hotels of different categories of stars, as well as in guest houses, hostels and other budget accommodation options. Apartment rental is also popular in Marseille. As a rule, this is cheaper, but you will have to take care of food yourself. You can find out more about the availability and cost of living in Marseille for specific dates on the booking sites Booking , Hotellook and others.

  What to see in Marseille

Marseille, without exaggeration, is a very colorful city with its own unique atmosphere. But, in addition, Marseille is also a city with a rich history and architectural heritage, with gourmet restaurants, museums and art galleries, natural attractions and modern entertainment. A week is not enough to explore all the interesting places in Marseille, but in practice, most often, tourists stay in Marseille for 1-2 days and get acquainted only with its main attractions. Next, we will talk about the main places in Marseille, which are definitely worth seeing if you are in the city for the first time and not for long.

Marseille Cathedral and Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral

These cathedrals are the two most significant religious monuments in Marseille. Marseille Cathedral was built in the 19th century in the Romanesque-Byzantine style, in its appearance it attracts a special decor made of white and green marble, as well as towers, whose height is 70 meters each. Inside the cathedral you can see the amazing beauty of mosaics, sculptures and bas-reliefs. The cathedral is active Catholic and is open to the public.

Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral is an equally famous architectural monument. It is located on a hill, so its shape can be seen from many areas of the city. The cathedral was built in the 18th century, and its main "highlight" for several centuries remains a tower crowned with a statue of the Virgin Mary with a baby. The statue is gilded, its height is 11 meters. The cathedral is operational, while it is open to all who wish to visit it (subject to the dress code, clothing should be closed).

cat_collector / Marseille Cathedral

Marseille Old Port and If Castle

Marseille is a port city, and everyone knows about it. It would be strange to find yourself in Marseille and not visit its old port, which is the "visiting card" of the city. The best time to see life in the port is earlier in the morning, when fishermen set sail on their fishing vessels at sea. In the evenings, at sunset there is also a pleasant atmosphere, fresh seafood restaurants are open, and from the windows of cafes and from the terraces of the restaurants a bewitching view of the harbor opens. In the afternoon, from the port you can go on a boat trip to the mysterious If castle.

If Castle, widely known thanks to the novel by Alexander Dumas “The Count of Monte Cristo”, is located off the coast of Marseille on one of the Friulian Islands. Sightseeing boats run there daily, and the castle itself is very popular among tourists. The fortress on the island was built back in the early 16th century and initially had defensive goals, but, ironically, it was never attacked by the enemy. Later, the fortress began to be used as a prison, in which, according to the novel by Dumas, the Count of Monte Cristo was kept. Today, the fortress is open for visitors and serves exclusively tourist purposes.

If Castle is open daily, except Mondays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (in summer - until 6 p.m.). The entrance ticket costs 6 euros per person, and you will also have to pay about 11 euros for a place in a pleasure boat that runs between the old port of Marseille and the Friuli Islands.

cat_collector / If Castle

Lonshan Palace and Boreli Palace

The palaces of Marseille amaze with their pomp and pomp. Take at least two of them - Lonshan Palace and Boreli Palace, their architecture cannot be ignored. Lonshan Palace, for example, is made in the magnificent Baroque style, and it was built in the 19th century. The palace is decorated with an adjacent garden, a fountain complex, sculptures, the Arc de Triomphe and much more. The palace has a natural history museum, and an observatory in the garden.

The Boreli palace was built in the 18th century, now there are several museums located on its territory, but the eminent Boreli family used to live here. Attention is drawn not only to the magnificent baroque palace, but also to its landscaped gardens. Here you can see a typical French park, an English garden, and even a botanical garden with fairly rare tropical plants. The park promenade will lead you straight to the sea with its magnificent landscapes. The Palace and Park Complex Borel is perhaps the best place in all of Marseille for long walks.

Ajay Suresh / Lonshan Palace

Abbey of Saint Victor

If you like ancient architectural monuments, then you should definitely visit the Abbey of Saint-Victor, which was built in Marseille in the 11th century. The monastery is no longer operational and is rather a historical site, but there remains a small Catholic church, which parishioners visit to this day. By the way, the monastery got its name in honor of the martyr Victor, who was later canonized. A crypt with sarcophagi is also preserved on the territory of the abbey, which is also open to the public.

Museums in Marseille

In Marseille there are quite a lot of museums, most of which are clearly of an artistic orientation. These, in particular, include the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Modern Art, as well as private collections of Grobé Labadier, Borel and others. Natural science museums are also popular in Marseille, for example, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations, the Museum of Natural History, the Museum of Modern Archeology and many others. There are more “exotic” museums, for example, the Museum of Faience, which has a very impressive collection. You can find this museum in the museum complex of Boreli.

Ghost-in-the-Shell / Marseille Harbor

Excursions in Marseille

If you are limited in time, but want to see all the main attractions of Marseille or want to visit its immediate surroundings, then it makes sense to take an organized tour. Such excursions can be group or individual, walking or bus (car), city or suburban. The full list of proposed excursion walks in Marseille in Russian can be clarified on the service for booking excursions.

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Marseille provides its guests with the broadest opportunities not only to get acquainted with the city itself, but also the region as a whole. Numerous travel agencies and private guides offer a wide variety of excursions - from general overviews to thematic and non-standard. But first things first.

Range city \u200b\u200bsightseeing tours  very great. And you can find something, then it is right for you. So, you can take part in an organized bus and pedestrian excursion conducted by one of the city’s travel agencies (though it will be held in French or English, but it costs about 20 - 25 euros per person) or you can book a sightseeing tour immediately in Russian with a private guide (true , the price will be much higher - from 50 to 250 euros per group for up to 4 people). Immediately it is worth considering that such an excursion is usually designed for 2 to 3 hours, and you can save by going on a tourist bus and armed with a guide. In this case, it turns out that you see all the main attractions, but not a guide tells you about them, but a book. The ideal option in this case is knowledge of English or French. In this case, there will not be any problems with understanding and choosing a tour.

One of the most popular excursions regarding the sights of Marseille is the journey to the mysterious if castle, sung in the novel by Alexander Dumas "Count of Monte Cristo." Sheltered on a small island in the middle of the sea, the castle (and part-time former prison) still attracts an impressive number of tourists. It’s worth a tour designed for 2.5 - 3 hours, with a private guide in the region of 120 - 150 euros, as part of an organized group, you need to specify.

If we talk about where you can go from Marseille, then this is, first of all, a charming town Aix-en-Provence, which is essentially the true cultural center of Provence, which has absorbed its most characteristic distinctive features. The real pride of the locals are the monuments of medieval architecture, as well as very beautiful fountains, of which there are several hundred in the city. To go there very close - about 30 kilometers, and a trip in an organized group from 30 euros (of course, more expensive with private guides), so do not be surprised, this tour is very popular with tourists.

If you do not want to limit yourself to the Provencal spirit of Aix-en-Provence only, you can go on a tour "Traditional villages of Provence"able to introduce curious travelers to all the charm and sweet charm of southern France. And I’ll say right away - having visited a couple of quiet and cozy villages, built up with old mansions filled with the scents of fresh pastries, coming from the family bun, looking at the vineyards, you will finally fall in love with this amazing region, filled with the friendliness of the locals and the warmth of the climate. Of course, you can book such an excursion with a private guide and go with him to conquer the surrounding villages by car (a day of such pleasure will cost around 300 euros). But I would advise particularly inquisitive and active tourists to choose your favorite place on the map and take it yourself by train or bus, wander through the quiet streets, plunge into this amazing atmosphere and return to the fan back (although you can even rent a house or a room and linger in such a village for a couple of days - this is for those who appreciate peace and harmony on vacation).

Provence in most people is associated, of course, with endless lavender fields. Everywhere in the markets you can buy pads with dried lavender flowers, soap with lavender oil and much, much more. Therefore, it is not surprising that one of the excursions that you can stumble into in the list of proposed destinations is devoted to this particular symbol of the region. As a rule, during a similar excursion, which is usually called "Lavender fields"  or "Blooming Provence"  You can see the real blooming fields of lavender that resemble a lilac canvas, enjoy their incredible aroma, get acquainted with the technology of preparing certain products with lavender and buy something for yourself as a souvenir. This route is designed, of course, not for 2-3 hours, but for at least 6 - 8, and will cost a private guide 300 to 400 euros for a mini-group.

In addition, you can visit one of the famous and ancient French cities located near Marseille. It can be the legendary Avignon, the place of the medieval “captivity of popes” (6 aces, from 200 euros for a private guide), or the fashionable Cannes or Nice - the pearls of the Cote d'Azur (400 - 800 euros for a private guide).

An independent trip on a pleasure boat on Calans.  These are small bays located near Marseille, with promontories and cliffs protruding into the sea, often called the “French fjords”.
  Admiring them, you can easily lose the set of time, and photographs taken against their background are really impressive. By the way, a great alternative to this trip can be acquaintance with Kalanka from the air - very often you can meet offers on flying over these meta by helicopter (from 300 euros per person). Well, lovers of romance can even take a closer look at the idea of \u200b\u200blooking at Provence from a bird's eye view, and in tone - from a basket balloon . In this case, you can see not only Marseille itself, but also such amazing cities as Nimes or Avignon. This air travel is designed for 4 - 5 aces, and will cost about 500 euros per group (3-4 people).

Well, finally, I can not help but note thematic excursions focused on certain aspects of life in Marseille and the region as a whole. These are, first of all, gastronomic trips introducing their travelers to the best dishes of local cuisine, traditional recipes and interesting restaurants or farms. The cost of such a route can vary greatly, as the price is strongly influenced by the duration of the excursion (it can be from 3 aces to several days, if it includes visiting several cities or towns), as well as the scale of tastings and the geography of the route itself. But in general, you can focus on the amount from a modest 150 (Marseille cuisine, designed for a couple of aces) to an impressive weekly acquaintance with the culinary traditions of the region for 5,000 euros.

And finally, I recall that the south of France is also one of the most popular wine-making regions. So if all of the above routes do not impress you or you just want to relax, go to conquer the Provence wineries, during which you will not only learn about the process of grape harvesting and production and wine, but you can also taste local produce.

Have a nice trip!