About this tour
A seven to eight hour private tour covering two Provençal powerhouses. Start your day in Aix-en-Provence wandering the morning market, then explore the refined 17th-century old town, the Mazarin quarter, and Saint Sauveur Cathedral before heading to Marseille. The afternoon reveals the port city's dramatic Château d'If, Notre Dame rising above the harborfront, and the grand Longchamp Palace. Your own guide steers you through both cities' best corners.
Highlights
- Morning market in Aix-en-Provence with local vendors and produce
- Baroque palaces and aristocratic townhouses, 1600s architecture
- Saint Sauveur Cathedral's cloisters and religious art
- Cézanne's birthplace in Aix's historic quarter
- Château d'If fortress island viewed from Marseille's Old Port
- Notre Dame Cathedral perched above the Mediterranean
- Longchamp Palace neoclassical facade and gardens
What to expect
You'll start early browsing Aix's lively produce and flower stalls, getting a feel for daily Provençal life before your guide leads you through narrow streets lined with honey-coloured stone. The morning covers architectural highlights—cathedral details, palazzo courtyards, the neighbourhood where Cézanne grew up. After a lunch break (your choice), you head south to Marseille where the afternoon focuses on the waterfront: the fortress island you'll see from the quay, the cathedral's white dome dominating the skyline, and the palatial museum building. Expect plenty of photo stops and your guide's local knowledge filling in the gaps.
Good to know
Private car with air conditioning included. WiFi on board. Wheelchair accessible throughout. Infant seats and pram space available. Suitable for all fitness levels. Bring comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets and a hat for Provence sun.
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