From Marseille Cruise Port : Avignon & Wine Tasting

N.B : This excursion is exclusively provided for cruise ship passengers. Provide your Cruise ship name for the booking. Pick-up in the cruise port of Marseille to begin your journey. Begin your journey through the lush vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a picturesque landscape where nature and winemaking traditions come together. Continue with a wine tasting at one of the estates of the region, before going to Avignon. Drive to Avignon, the majestic city of the Popes, located on the bank of the Rhône River. Take a look at Saint-Benezet bridge, famous for the nursery rhyme : "'Sur le Pont d'Avignon". There, you’ll have free-time to enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the many traditional restaurants (lunch not included). You’ll have the option to explore the city at your own pace: stroll through its medieval streets or dive into history by visiting the majestic Palais des Papes (Pope's Palace) and the famous Saint-Bénezet Bridge also known as the Pont d'Avignon (tickets not included), both iconic landmarks in the region. Head back to the port of Marseille for the end of the tour. Note: The company reserves the right to modifiy the program according to the lavender's blooming stage.