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Saint Victor's Abbey: Our most recommended tours and activities

Marseille: City and Seaside Half-Day E-Bike Tour

1. Marseille: City and Seaside Half-Day E-Bike Tour

Enjoy Marseille and the city's main points of interest in only 4 hours, with an electric bike. "Fada" here in Marseille means "touched by the fairies", "crazy" or "mad", it's a well-known expression in Marseille. You will be able to contemplate and even take photos of the following sites: The Panier Neighborhood (the oldest district of Marseille)The Major CathedralThe new MuCem Museum areaThe Old Port (the main place in Marseille)The Pharo (where you have a beautiful view of the Old Port)Malmousque Little PortThe Vallon des AuffesThe Kennedy CornicheNotre Dame de la Garde (the "bonne mère")The Abbaye of Saint Victor There will also be a break of 10 to 20 minutes at Notre Dame de la Garde, allowing you to visit, admire and take panoramic pictures of the city. 

From Marseille Cruise Terminal : Marseille & Cassis

2. From Marseille Cruise Terminal : Marseille & Cassis

The Gineste and the Crests roads will lead you to the outstanding site of Cape Canaille from where you will appreciate the exceptional view of the bay of Cassis. Cassis is an ancient fishing port and the harbor is probably the most beautiful part of the village. You will have the possibility to board on a 1h boat trip (ticket not included) to discover 3 Calanques, steep-walled coves with tiny harbors or beaches at the end. Take some free time for lunch during the day. Panoramic tour of the city of Marseille on the way back, including a photo stop at Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica. From this hill, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Phocaean city, the Frioul islands, and If Castle. Drive on the Corniche Road, a sign of wealth for merchants and bourgeois from the 19th century who built magnificent houses with many ostentatious splendid features. You will then reach Saint-Victor abbey (11th century) at the entry of the Vieux-Port (Old Port).

From Marseille Cruise Terminal : Aix-en-Provence & Marseille

3. From Marseille Cruise Terminal : Aix-en-Provence & Marseille

Drive to Aix en Provence: discover the Cours Mirabeau lined with 17th and 18th century private mansions. See the Four Dolphins Fountain and other amazing sights in the vibrant city like the City Hall and the Cathedral Saint Sauveur. The old town is packed with shops, architectural and religious sites, bustling squares and refreshing fountains. Free time for lunch (not included) on your own. Panoramic tour of the city of Marseille on the way back, including a photo stop at Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. Enjoy a breathtakingview on the Phocaeancity, the Frioulislands and If Castle. Drive on the Corniche Road, a symbol of holiday and outward sign of wealth for merchants and bourgeois from the 19th century who built magnificent houses with many ostentatious splendid features. You will then reach Saint-Victor Abbey that guards the entry of the Vieux-Port

From Marseille: Marseille, Aix-en-Provence & Cassis Tour

4. From Marseille: Marseille, Aix-en-Provence & Cassis Tour

Embark on a guided tour from Marseille and discover 3 of the most charming cities in Provence. Stroll around the picturesque town of Aix-en-Provence and admire the fishermen's port in Cassis. Seize the chance to join a Calanques cruise for an extra cost. Start your day with a guided morning walking tour to discover the oldest district of the Phocean city : the “Panier”, with the Hotel Dieu and the Old Charity. Let’s not forget the “Vieux port” and its very original “Ombrière”. Enjoy the south part of the old port by crossing the “Place aux huiles” until the Abbey of Saint-Victor. Hop on in the van, to drive up to Notre-Dame de La Garde basilica. There are some places you can’t help but fall in love at first sight, and Cassis is part of them ! Drive to the Cape Canaille, the highest maritime cliff in Europe and enjoy the panoramic view on the bay. Spend some free time at leisure in the charming fishermen port of Cassis for lunch (possibility of swimming or sun-bathing). Possibility to join a cruise to discover the Calanques (cruise ticket not included), limestone cliffs diving in the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean sea and creating natural coves (fat, rocky claws that resemble Norwegian fjords and poke out into the sea). In Aix-en Provence, stroll on the famous Cours Mirabeau dotted with refreshing fountains. Admire the private mansions from 17th and 18th centuries. Free time before to drive back to Marseille.

Marseille Vieux Port & Wine Tasting - Private Tour

5. Marseille Vieux Port & Wine Tasting - Private Tour

Explore the French countryside and its various cities and town, and enjoy wine tasting and sightseeing on a full-day tour from Marseille. Beginning in Marseille, the oldest city in France, pass by Vieux Port; the city's ancient old harbor. Continue on to the Abbey of St. Victor, named after a local soldier, saint, and martyr. You will then head up to the highest point in the city, Notre Dame de la Garde, which boasts a 360-degree panoramic view of Marseille. Next make your way to Cassis, a commune and fishing port by a scenic road that winds up a mountain for views over the city and coastline. Admire its largest calanque (a steep-walled inlet) and walk on the docks. Keep driving to take in the view from the second highest cliff in Europe, at 1,312 feet (400 meters). Stop for some wine tasting before taking the highway to the medieval hilltop village of Le Castellet. Then enjoy more wine tasting in Bandol. Afterwards, use your free time to enjoy lunch and walk along the seafront promenade. You may also take a ferry across the Bandor's Island before returning back to Marseille.

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What people are saying about Saint Victor's Abbey

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 104 reviews

Absolutely brilliant tour, not to be missed. Very interesting to hear about how Marseille, came to be a tourist destination. Practical and comfortable way to see Aix-en-Provence and Cassis. Decent amount of free time dedicated to exploring both towns on your own, with good suggestions of things to see.

The group size is small so it feels almost like a private tour and more intimate. Our guide, Greg, was very knowledgeable and helpful. Because of the small group size, we were able to customise our itinerary and focus on where we want to spend more time on.

Our driver Greg was great. Gave us lots of history and information about the buildings and the culture. We saw amazing sites and had time to enjoy Cassis.

Wonderful Excursion! Our guide Jeremy was amazing. Beautiful tour, would recommend highly. (Solo traveler)

A great tour with a friendly driver and guide who was very accommodating. I highly recommend this tour.