Marseille Food Tour – Full Meal of Local Tastes
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Marseille Highlights Shore Excursion from Marseille Cruise Port
Marseille, France
6hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupModerateLevel
About this experience
This shore excursion allows travelers to explore Marseille. The experience includes a scenic drive along the Corniche, a visit to Notre-Dame de la Garde for panoramic views, and a walking tour through Le Panier's streets. After the guided portion, participants have free time at the Old Port to explore and sample local cuisine. The tour lasts about six hours and includes pickup and drop-off at the cruise port. It accommodates up to 35 travelers for a more personal experience. A toast with Provence Rosé is provided, and there are no entrance fees. Transportation is comfortable, and an English-speaking guide is available to ensure timely return to the ship.
Itinerary
1
La corniche
Scenic Coastal Drive - Corniche Kennedy. Sit back and enjoy one of France's most scenic coastal roads as your guide introduces Marseille's fascinating history, maritime traditions, elegant seaside villas, and breathtaking Mediterranean coastline. Along the Corniche Kennedy you'll admire panoramic sea views, picturesque beaches, Vallon des Auffes fishing harbor, and the famous Château d'If in the distance.
2
Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde
Perched 162 meters (531 feet) above Marseille, Notre-Dame de la Garde is the city's most iconic landmark and the highlight of your shore excursion. Known affectionately by locals as La Bonne Mère ("The Good Mother"), this magnificent basilica has watched over sailors and travelers for generations. As your coach climbs to the summit, your guide will share stories about Marseille's rich maritime heritage. From the terraces, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Old Port, the Mediterranean Sea, the Frioul Islands, Château d'If, and the colorful rooftops of France's oldest city. The Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde is the most magnificent building of its kind in southern France. To reach the basilica entrance, guests will climb approximately 170 steps, a worthwhile ascent rewarded with spectacular views and the opportunity to admire the basilica's remarkable Romano-Byzantine architecture, beautiful mosaics, and Marseille's most breathtaking panorama.
What's included / not included
Complimentary Provence Rosé toastVisit to Notre-Dame de la GardeGuided walking tour of Le PanierProfessional English-speaking local guideCruise port pickup & drop-offGuaranteed on-time return to your shipScenic coastal drive along the CornicheComfortable air-conditioned transportationFree time in the Old Port
Entrance fees (none will be required)Gratuities (Recommend 10% for guides, and 5% for bus drivers)Meals
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to know
- Please note: Reaching the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde requires climbing approximately 170 steps from the coach parking area. Guests should be comfortable with moderate walking and stair climbing.
- If you are late and do not contact us, the bus will be unable to wait for you. In such cases, we will not be able to provide a refund.
- The route of the tour and time spent in Marseille is subject to the ship’s docking times, traffic, special events, and any other circumstances out of our control. Please note we will not be able to provide a refund if the touring time must be shortened because of any of the above
