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Marseille: Côte Bleue Calanques Half-Day Kayak Tour

Marseille: Côte Bleue Calanques Half-Day Kayak Tour

Discover the postcard-worthy Côte Bleue calanque as you ride a kayak past beautiful bays, striking cliffs, and quaint little homes. Follow your guide from Estaque in Marseille, all the way to Carry-le-Rouet, for a comprehensive overview of this gorgeous natural area. After a short briefing, route presentation, and weather report, head out with all the necessary knowledge to have a fun and safe experience. Explore the creeks of Establon and Aragnols with a beautiful little beach. Depending on the group's pace, you might even be able to reach the magnificent Figuerolles creek. Learn about each little hidden corner from your certified guide and admire the mindblowing rocky sceneries as you float along. Additionally, you can do your part to take care of the local sea life by picking up floating waste and loading it into the bag your kayak comes equipped with. Beginners are advised to choose the morning tour, as the sea is generally calmer than in the afternoon. Various options are available on site. On rental (5€) : - water shoes - comfort backrests - snorkling kit On sale : - 1.5L water (3€) - Waterproof pockets for cell phones (10€) Please make your own arrangements, as our toilets are currently unavailable. They are broken.

From Marseille: Iconic Calanques Boat Tour with Snorkeling

From Marseille: Iconic Calanques Boat Tour with Snorkeling

Explore the Calanques National Park's dramatic limestone cliffs and hidden coves by boat, enjoying unparalleled views of the rugged coastline on this motorboat tour. Stop to swim in crystal clear waters and visit areas like Riou Island and the cliffs of Sormiou, Morgiou, Sugiton, the blue cave (morning and afternoon tour) or En-Vau beach, Port Pin and Port Miou (afternoon tour only). Meet at the Port de la Pointe Rouge or Vieux-Port in Marseille and hop aboard a comfortable boat. Sip on soft drinks while admiring stunning coastal views as you glide to mind blowing destinations. Put on the included snorkeling gear and wetsuit (in cold water) and explore the protected waters in the park which contains ecosystems that include seagrass meadows, coral reefs, and a variety of fish species like groupers and scorpionfish. Uncover hidden gems with the help of an insightful captain that knows the area well. Return to your meeting point at the end of your half-day tour with incredible memories of this specular natural attraction. Information : departing from the "Port de la Pointe Rouge" saves 40 minutes in the Calanques. The departure from the "Vieux-Port" sometimes eliminates a swim in the morning, so there is only one big swim left. The tour can be modified according to the weather and swimming conditions, speak to your skipper.

Marseille: Cruise to the Island of Frioul & Chateau d'if

Marseille: Cruise to the Island of Frioul & Chateau d'if

From the old port of Marseille you board a comfortable semi-rigid. The captain will be the guarantor of your safety and the discovery of the most magical places. During your excursion you will discover the jewels of the Frioul archipelago, you will learn the history of this heritage, you will appreciate the beauty of each creek and enjoy the many pleasures of a Marseille-style boat trip.

Full Day in Côte Bleue: Scenic Nature Walk and Boat Tour

Full Day in Côte Bleue: Scenic Nature Walk and Boat Tour

Get Ready for Adventure in the Sun! Enjoy a full day of coastal beauty beginning with a traditional French breakfast at Brasserie Le Grand Escalier starting at 7:45 am (8:30 am, Saturdays and Sundays) to boost up your energy. Indulge in a “petit-déjeuner” including delicious omelettes, while meeting your Marseille guide and new friends for the day. Once we are all energized, we will walk up the famous stairs into Marseille Saint-Charles station at 8:35 am (9:35 am, Saturdays and Sundays) for our magnificent 38 minute train ride along the Mediterranean coast to Carry-Le-Rouet. If you will be meeting us directly at our destination or at the train station, please contact us at info@ontreatours.com to get your train tickets and the next steps. What will we do? Pack up your adventure bag as you follow your guide for a beautiful nature walk filled with discovery! Take in the picturesque coastline while exploring 25 million year old fossils, local plants and animals. You will learn all about the area and its beauty with plenty of photo friendly spots. Ensure to be ready for your family Polaroid included in your tour! Next stop, we will dip our toes into the sand and grab a quick drink at our first beach café right on the water! This is an opportunity for you to rest your feet a little and continue the “island” like vibes. Afterwards, we continue our journey into the next town, Sausset-Les-Pins for beach fun and lunchtime! Take a dip in the sea as we stop by the shore for snorkeling with the colorful fish, swimming and overall free time. Please do not hesitate to grab lunch at one of the several beach cafés next to our beach spot or there is also a small grocery store if you prefer to buy a few snacks. Interested in pre-ordered lunch options? Contact us at info@ontreatours.com to see our availability! In terms of gear, your guide will provide a few snorkeling masks, otherwise please feel free to bring your own mask, bathing suit, beach towel and sunscreen. Public restrooms are also available at this location. Once we have discovered the underwater world, we will prepare to head back along the coast to get ready for the magnificent Calanques boat trip. (20€ additional charge, weather permitting) If you are not in the mood to spot some waves on the boat tour, additional options will be provided on the day of our adventure. Then, we will have the option for delicious French crêpes and ice cream sundaes including local Southern flavors. You can also choose to take a quick ride on the summer ferris wheel if you like! (weather permitting) Following our final adventure wrap up, we will board the train back to Marseille Saint-Charles after an unforgettable day in Carry-Le-Rouet! Train departure times vary. We can not wait to see you at the "sea!" Total Tour Duration: 10 hours

Photography: Portrait session Marseille, Côte Bleue, Cassis

Photography: Portrait session Marseille, Côte Bleue, Cassis

Together, we build tailor-made sessions with you, according to your expectations, your needs. First, we get to know each other and define by mutual agreement the course of the session. The place, the clothes if you want to change during the session. The principle is to make professional photographs for you. You will have a quality of realization that is found in the middle of haute couture, professional models, achievements of author photographer. You will have memories in exceptional images of your passage on Marseille. At the end of the photo shoot, I will offer you a gallery with black and white and color photos. You will receive a minimum selection of 20 photographs within 48 hours maximum. The sending of digital photos is done by a website that does not compress the photo files. A destination email address is required.

Marseille: Private City Center Walking Tour with Cruise

Marseille: Private City Center Walking Tour with Cruise

Enjoy a cruise from Marseille to the Côte Bleue coast where you can snorkel in the crystal clear water. Explore the city center of Marseille on a guided walking tour. Admire stunning city and sea views from the Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde.  Choose a tour option where you are picked up from your accommodation in Marseille, or from an option where you meet your guide at the Old Port of Marseille. Embark on your cruise from the Old Port and take in views of the city from the water as you depart. Head to the Frioul Islands and pass by the fortress and former prison Château d’If. Put down the anchor in les Calanques of la Côte Bleue. Relax in the boat or or go snorkeling to see colorful fish and corals.  After 2 hours, head back to the Old Port of Marseille. Begin your guided walking tour of Marseille. Marvel at the panoramic views of Marseilles from the Old Port. Finally, follow your guide to the oldest bakery in Marseille and a santon figurine factory. Return to your meeting point at the end of your tour.

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What people are saying about Côte Bleue

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4.5
(128 reviews)

Our guide, Virginia, was more than outstanding. Our reservation had been flawed. The charge had posted but the confirmation hadn't been successfully posted. We contacted customer service when no one was a meeting point. Our train tickets were emailed to our phone. Virginia met us at the train stop. Tour turned out to be only my wife and I. What a day. Fun personable guide. Great walk along the beautiful coast. Wonderful insights from an American Expat into the French culture. Can't say enough positives about the walk and boat tour. We can't thank Virginia enough for providing a most memorable day in Carry le Rouet.

Amazing trip, amazing guide. Nicolas was well informed and funny. Our boat broke down after leaving Marseille, but they quickly replaced it. The weather was perfect, the sea was calm, sunny and no wind. We saw some beautiful calanques and discovered the history of this region. Highly recommend this tour, the time flew and we saw these beautiful calanques from sea, much better than from land. Nicolas offered us beverages and made us feel welcome. Merci, Nicolas!

Terrific off-season boat tour in October. We’re still able to go swimming into the caves and see the fish with a wetsuit. The guide provided history and color throughout the tour, commenting on military structures left over from WWII and Napoleon. We were traveling with two boys, eight and six, and they very much enjoyed the fast and sometimes bumpy boat ride.

The tour was awesome, Nico Tino was the best guide. He shared lots of historical facts, curiosities and answered all of our questions about Marseille. We also stoped in many gorgeous places to swim and snorkeling.

It was cloudy but we had a good time, so entertaining with the guide and we saw beautiful places