Cassis pebbly beaches, calanques, limestone cliffs and driving the spectacular scenic Route des Crêtes along the clifftops to Cap Canaille and Cassis Appellation white wines and the city of Marseille.
Cassis discovery - the magic begins to works its wonders when we leave Marseille climbing up over the steep hillsides & tiny roads taking us to the picturesque fishing village of Cassis. The charm of Cassis shows itself as you explore little alleyways & squares edged with colourful fishermen's houses. Following the clifftop road - Route des Crêtes to Cap Canaille, towering cliffs reach a height of 394 meters. This winding road offers spectacular views & exceptional panorama over the sea. Visit a Cassis winemaker to enjoy a tasting of the wines from this small appellation. Returning to Marseille chance to discover the coast road into the city, a visit to La basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, the iconic cathedral overlooking the city. Finally down to the old port via MuCEM & Fort St Jean.
Pickup included
Walking tour and visit to the old port area, explore the tiny streets, historic buildings, the beach, bars, restaurants and cafés, plus you have time to take a short boat ride to explore the Calanques (not included in the price)
This is a spectacular drive along the cliff top road that looks out over the sea and beyond. Cap Canaille is the highest natural cliff in Europe and towers over the bay of Cassis. We drive through taking in as much of the scenery as we can, with frequent stops to enjoy the views and take photographs. (Access is subject to weather conditions as the road is closed when there are high winds - we propose an alternative route when this happens.)
Visit and wine tasting at Cassis Bodin Come one of the famous white wines from the Cassis appellation, in Provence, also rosé and red wines. (In the event this vineyard is not available - we work with two others nearby)
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or villa in Aix-en-Provence or Marseille. If your staying elsewhere we can coordinate a pick-up from your address. (there may be a supplement payable)
We will liaise with you after reserving to coordinate pick up - please print your ticket or download.