Day Trips from Marseille to France

Spend time in the dry-stone-built village Gordes for the market (on Tuesday only). On the other days, a photo stop will be organized. From mid-June to mid-July, a quick stop at Sénanque Abbey to take pictures of the lavender field in bloom. Discover the village of Roussillon and its colorful houses (market on Thursday) and enjoy some free time in Lourmarin (market on Friday), famous for its Renaissance castle. The market takes place on Sunday in L'Isle sur Sorgue : walk along the canals and discover the antique shops (stop only on Sunday). Drive to Fontaine de Vaucluse and the Sorgue resurgence. On Saturday only, discover the city of Apt, famous for the candied-fruits production.

Discover two must-see of Provence, Cassis and Aix en Provence, on this small-group tour from Marseille. Journey along the rugged yet beautiful Route de Crêtes, where you’ll catch panoramic views of the Gulf de Cassis from Cape Canaille. Cruise from Cassis (option) to view the region’s three famous calanques, then head to the charming town of Aix en Provence.

See the historic sights of Provence more intimately with a small-group tour. You'll travel around the must-see towns of Arles, Avignon, Saint-Remy-de-Provence, and Les-Baux-de-Provence by air-conditioned vehicle, chatting with your guide as you go. Tales of Vincent van Gogh and his time in the region are part of the commentary.

Witness the unimaginable beauty of Provence’s lavender fields on this excursion from Marseille. In a small group, drive to the famous Valensole Plateau ! Stop in Valensole village to pick up a bouquet and some essential oils to take home! You'll then have some free time in Moustiers Sainte Marie, famous for its ceramics workshops, for your lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy discovering the Verdon Canyon area to see more lavender fields.

Provence has scenic views, medieval villages, and fantastic architecture. Get more out of your time in Marseille by going on a private day tour. You’ll have a hassle-free day with round-trip transport included. The tour is fully customizable based on your needs and interests. Potential highlights include multiple stops in the Avignon and Luberon region, such as Gordes, and Menerbes. It’s also possible to explore Arles and the Alpilles area.

Spend a day exploring Aix en Provence, Cassis, and Marseille with this private tour from Marseille. Your guide will pick you and your party up at your hotel and take you out on a day of adventure. Highlights include a stop at Cape Canaille and a guided tour of the Cours Mirabeau in Aix, with plenty of free time built in to explore at your leisure.

Experience Van Gogh’s vivid and picturesque Provence on this full-day tour from Marseille! Journey to the town of Arles – where Van Gogh fully realized his signature style – to visit key sites like the ancient Arles amphitheater, Saint-Trophime church and the setting of Le café de nuit. Continue to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence to see the triumphal arch and funeral monument, and to the hilltop village of Les Baux de Provence.

Make more out of your short time in France with this private tour of Aix-en-Provence, Cassis, and Marseille. Your driver picking you up when and where you need, you’ll cross the French countryside on your way to these fantastic destinations, where you’ll wander markets, gaze upon architectural masterpieces, step foot on pebbly beaches, ponder chateau life, and so much more.

Immerse yourself in the distinctive beauty of Provence with a full-day tour of the Marseille, Cassis and Aix-en-Provence. With your small group, follow your tour guide for a walking tour in Marseille. Then head to Cassis to view breathtaking calanques from the village’s charming harbor. End in Aix en Provence to view elegant mansions along the Cours Mirabeau.

Discover the natural and historic sights of Provence on a private tour from Marseille. The tour itinerary and duration are based entirely on your interests and time constraints. Whatever you decide, enjoy comfortable end-to-end transportation with WiFi and luggage storage. Explore Côte d’Azur, Aix en Provence, Cassis, and more, as you inhale the region's iconic lavender. Additional sightseeing in Marseille can be arranged before return to your port or hotel.

See the highlights of Provence in just one day with this private tour, led by a local guide. You'll visit three of the region's most interesting cities—Marseille, Aix en Provence, and Cassis—in a private, air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for you and your party. As an added bonus, round-trip transfers from your hotel are included so that you won’t need to worry about any aspect of transportation.

While plenty of France’s visitors explore Marseille, fewer venture into the small towns of Luberon—which is exactly what you’ll do on this small-group tour. After meeting your driver/guide, you’ll head into the Provencal countryside to explore several perfectly picturesque towns: Gordes, Fontaine de Vaucluse, Roussillon, Lourmarin, and/or Isle-sur-La-Sorgue (depending on the day). You’ll get time in quaint markets, lavender fields, views of ochre-painted hills, and more.

The lavender fields of Valensole are magnificent during the summer months of June and July, when the landscapes are abloom with purple flowers. With this tour, capture the magic of the lavender season on a sunset tour – the most atmospheric time for photos. Stop along the way to visit a lavender distillery, explore the village of Valensole, and perhaps purchase some natural lavender products.

Experience the highlights of Provence all in one day on this private, seamless shore excursion. Meet your guide at the Marseille port and head first to the seaside city of Cassis. You’ll have time at your leisure to stroll its streets, relax on the beach, or even go on a short cruise of the coastline (own expense). Then, continue to Cap Canaille, renowned for its panoramic views overlooking the Mediterranean. Finally, return to Marseille, where you’ll visit the hilltop Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica and more.

Valensole is famed for its lavender fields, but seeing them in person isn’t easy without private transportation. Departing from Marseille, this small-group tour takes you there and back in a single day. Shop for lavender products, indulge in a lavender ice cream, and enjoy a walk around the village, with air-conditioned vehicle transfers provided.

Leave the hassles of driving, navigating, and translating to your guide on this day trip from Marseille to Sault – the world’s lavender capital. See Provence’s stories lavender fields and visit ancient hilltop villages. View the rolling purple hills, see ancient cliff-top villages and have time to explore on your own and visit a lavender producer.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this tour covers the highlights of Marseilles and Calanques National Park in one day of sightseeing. After pickup from anywhere in the south of France, take a private guided tour of Marseille, visiting the Notre Dame Cathedral and stopping by the Old Port and Longchamp Palace. Then, drive across Calanques National Park to Cassis, where you visit local beaches or take a boat tour inside the national park.

Spend your day ashore in Marseille discovering three major highlights of the French Riviera on this seamless, private shore excursion. Meet your guide directly at the port, and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan. You’ll visit UNESCO-listed Arles (home to numerous Roman ruins), will journey to Les Baux-de-Provence (a fortified medieval village famed for its striking vistas) and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where you can visit Vincent Van Gogh’s former residence at the Monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole (additional expense).

Visit the Camargue Region, the city of Arles, and the town of Les Saintes Maries de la Mer with this full-day private tour from Marseille. You'll also visit Pond de Gau bird park, which provides refuge for the likes of egrets of flamingos, and spend time at the beach of Piemanson, all with a local guide.

Get the personal touch with this private day trip to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Le Baux-de-Provence. Perfect for art and history lovers alike, the tour follows the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh who spent much of his productive painting time in the towns. The Monastery of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole, Château des Baux-de-Provence, and an exhibition at the Carrieres des Lumieres all feature en route. Entry fees are extra.

Enjoy this private tour for your friends and family that will let you sip Marseille’s rose wine throughout the day, while you learn all about it too. Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Marseille, and then you will get to visit three wineries, including Mas de Cadenet, Chateau La Coste en Provence, and Chateau de La Gaude. Your driver will take you from place to place, so have as much rose as you like.

Discover the best of the Provence wine region on a full-day excursion from Marseille.  Private transportation (for maximum eight people) takes you from the port to two distinct wineries. Taste Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and other locally prepared wines. Learn about wine production and visit aging rooms.  Next, drive through the Provence countryside to Cassis, Lourmarin, or Aix-en-Provence.  Enjoy two hours of free time to explore before returning to Marseille.

Discover many of Provence’s most picturesque, untouched villages—and leave all the navigation to your guide—on this hassle-free, small-group tour. Following morning pickup from your Marseille hotel, travel via comfortable minibus into the Provencal countryside. You’ll discover hilltop views at Gordes, visit scenic Roussillon, see the medieval Sénanque Abbey, stop by a local restaurant for lunch (own expense), and more.