Shore excursion from Marseille for cruise passengers

Private shore excursions from Marseille by vintage side-car, designed to fit your cruise schedule.

Stopping in Marseille on a cruise?

Our shore excursions are designed for cruise passengers. Aboard a vintage side-car and accompanied by your driver-guide, discover the best of Marseille in just a few hours, with flexible durations and a guaranteed return to the ship.

Our Marseille shore excursions by vintage side-car

Our 2-hour Marseille city side-car tour and our half-day morning tour from Marseille to Cassis are particularly well suited for a cruise stop.

Why choose a vintage side-car tour for your shore excursion in Marseille?

Our vintage side-car tours offer a different way to experience Marseille during a cruise stop, combining freedom, comfort and carefully selected itineraries, without rushing or long transfers.

  • Explore the city and/or its surroundings with our experiences including wine tours from Marseille.

  • Private experience, adapted to your wishes, needs and cruise schedules

  • Comfortable and accessible experience, riding as a passenger with your driver-guide

  • Carefully designed routes, mixing city highlights, scenic roads and viewpoints

How it works for cruise passengers

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Taxi from the cruise terminal

Guests take a taxi from the cruise terminal to reach the meeting point in Marseille.

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Central meeting point

We meet in a central location, in front of the teddy bear statue near the MuCEM.

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Enjoy the ride

Sit back and relax as you discover Marseille and its surroundings aboard our side-cars.

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Return to the ship

At the end of the tour, we drop you off directly at the cruise terminal or anywhere in Marseille if you wish to continue exploring.

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Our sidecar adventure to Château Bonisson was magical. The landscapes, the wine, the guide — perfect!
Meander67756778394
August 15, 2024
Tripadvisor
This trip was the best thing we did on our trip. our guides Kevin and Eric were personable and knowledgable. to see the lavender fields and get a wine tasting was amazing and the ride in the sidecar was so memorable! It was not clear from the description that both fields and wine were offered so it was a welcome surprise! The guides took photos but not sure where they went. this was WELL worth the price.
Climber545606
August 14, 2024
Tripadvisor
A truly incredible experience! Such a fun and unique way to see the Aix countryside – the views of the lavender fields, sunflowers and vineyards were spectacular. The tour of the lavender family farm and the wine tasting at the vineyard were such fun experiences off the beaten path. Eric was wonderful and very personable and very informative as well. Overall, an exceptional experience that I’ll remember forever!
armelle_feuvrier
August 1, 2024
Tripadvisor
Kevin was our wonderful tour guide for the afternoon ! It was definitely a fun thing to do whilst staying in aix en Provence and the vineyards that we visited were beautiful and had some great rose wines of course . The girls conducting the wine tasting were very professional and knowledgeable and we were really interested to learn all about the vineyards . Kevin also took us to some beautiful lavender fields which had a shop where you could buy any lavender products . We were given lavender ice cream and lavender water ! The scenery in the mountains was really beautiful . I would really recommend this tour with Kevin or his business partner who we also got to meet and he was equally lovely .
Wander21156497858
July 30, 2024
Tripadvisor
The sidecar trip was so much fun - when will we ever get the chance to experience this! On top of that - in the Provencal countryside with wine tasting in a vineyard!
Jane Okkinga
July 30, 2024
Google
Kevin was our wonderful tour guide for the afternoon! It was a really fun thing to do while you were in Aix en Provence and the vineyards we visited were beautiful and of course had great rosé wines. The girls who organized the wine tasting were very professional and knowledgeable and we were really interested in learning everything about wineries. Kevin also took us to beautiful lavender fields that had a store where you could buy lavender products. We were given lavender ice cream and lavender water! The landscape in the mountains was really beautiful. I would definitely recommend this tour with Kevin or his business partner who we also met and he was just as adorable.
Karen Chaytow
July 30, 2024
Google
We had a great afternoon with Eric and his team exploring the Provençal countryside, tasting wines, and celebrating birthdays and friendships!! Lots of laughs and memories that we will cherish. Jane - Boston MA
Jane Braun
July 24, 2024
Google
Eric and Kevin were fantastic hosts and provided an amazing experience for me and 3 girlfriends. They picked us up in the centre of Aix-en-Provence, and took us on a breathtaking tour of the countryside. We were the only guests at the first winery, Bonisson, which is also a small art gallery. We enjoyed all of the wines and the beautiful setting, and can't imagine a more fun and adventurous way to experience Provence.
RobinO142
July 23, 2024
Tripadvisor
My husband and I booked a visit with Eric. He was very knowledgeable and took us to the most amazing vineyards and sites. He was able to take us everywhere in Marseille and Cassis where we had a wonderful lunch and wine. Being side by side was so much fun and I felt so safe. We highly recommend booking!
Madison Purcell
July 23, 2024
Google

Frequently asked questions about your stopover in Marseille

Are these shore excursions private?

Yes. Tours are offered as private experiences, allowing flexibility and a more personal discovery of Marseille and its surroundings.

Are the side-car tours suitable for everyone?

Guests ride as passengers in the side-car with an experienced driver-guide, with no physical effort required.

Some side-cars may accommodate guests with reduced mobility, subject to comfort and safety assessment. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

For safety reasons, the total passenger weight per side-car must not exceed 200 kg. Tours are not recommended for pregnant women.

Can we be dropped off at the cruise ship?

Yes. At the end of the tour, we can drop you off directly at the cruise terminal using your passenger access pass. If you prefer, we can also drop you off anywhere in Marseille so you can continue exploring before returning to your ship on your own.

Do you offer pick-up at the cruise terminal?

Due to port access restrictions, direct pick-up at the cruise terminal is not possible unless you are a passenger of our partner cruise lines (Viking Cruises or Royal Caribbean) and book through them.

Otherwise, guests meet us by taxi at the teddy bear statue near the MuCEM. At the end of the tour, we can drop you off directly at the cruise terminal or anywhere in Marseille if you wish.

How long are the shore excursions?

Our shore excursions range from 2-hour city tours to half-day experiences, making them suitable for both short and longer cruise stops in Marseille. Full-day tours are also available for longer port calls.

What happens if my ship arrival time changes?

If your ship’s schedule changes, just contact us to adapt the timing of the excursion whenever possible to ensure a smooth experience.

Plan your shore excursion from Marseille

Already know which tour suits your schedule? Book online. Need advice? Contact us and we’ll help you choose.

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