Full day Shore Excursion to Avignon and Aix en Provence
About This Tour
Discover two of Provence’s most celebrated cities on this full-day shore excursion from Marseille. Begin in elegant Aix-en-Provence, where you can stroll throug...
Duration: 8 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Marseille, Aix en Provence, Avignon · Languages: English, French
Know before you go: At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time; One collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark; If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made; For Cruiser the pick up will be ship pear the guide will be holding a sign with primary client Name
About Marseille
Marseille
Greek, Roman and French empire alike have shaped Marseille; the second-largest city in the country and a hubbub of port-side charm and Riviera panache. Start with a local guide in Le Panier!
What's Included
- Fuel surcharge
- Driver/guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Itinerary
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1Day 01
The Palais des Papes is an historical palace located in Avignon, Southern France. It is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Once a fortress and palace, the papal residence was the seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century. Six papal conclaves were held in the Palais, leading to the elections of Benedict XII in 1334, Clement VI in 1342, Innocent VI in 1352, Urban V in 1362, Gregory XI in 1370 and Antipope Benedict XIII in 1394.The Pont Saint-Bénézet also known as the Pont d'Avignon is a famous medieval bridge in the town of Avignon, in southern France.440 meters long and 42 meters wide, the Cours Mirabeau is one of the most popular and lively places in the town. It is lined with many cafés, one of the most famous being Les Deux Garçons and during its history frequented by famous French cultural figures such as Paul Cézanne, Émile Zola and Albert Camus.former capital of Provence, it is in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, in the department of Bouches-du-Rhône, of which it is a subprefecture. The population of Aix numbers approximately 143,000. Its inhabitants are called Aixois or, less commonly, Aquisextains.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Marseille. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Marseille. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
