Cassis Village Tour, Calanques Boat Ride & Provence Wines from Aix
About this activity
Discover the spectacular Calanques of Cassis on a full-day small-group tour from Aix-en-Provence, including a scenic Mediterranean boat ride and time to explore the harbor village before enjoying a Provençal wine tasting experience.
Highlights
- Boat ride through stunning Calanques National Park
- Guided wine tastings at a local Provence winery
- Explore the picturesque Cassis harbor village
- Enjoy a full-day small group experience from Aix
- Travel comfortably in a premium minivan
Full description
Escape Aix-en-Provence for a full-day journey combining Provence’s coastline and wine culture. Travel through scenic countryside to the charming fishing port of Cassis, famous for its colorful harbor and dramatic Calanques cliffs. Enjoy a boat excursion along the Mediterranean coast to admire turquoise waters and limestone inlets before exploring the village at your own pace.
Later, visit a local Provence winery where guided tastings introduce fresh rosé, red, and white wines shaped by the region’s sunny climate and maritime influence. This small-group experience offers the perfect balance between nature, relaxation, and authentic Provençal flavors.
Discover Cassis and the Calanques Coast
Located between vineyards and the Mediterranean Sea, Cassis is one of Provence’s most picturesque coastal villages. Its lively harbor, pastel-colored houses, and dramatic limestone cliffs create a striking contrast between sea and mountains. The nearby Calanques National Park is renowned for its fjord-like inlets, turquoise waters, and spectacular coastal scenery.
During your visit, enjoy a boat excursion departing from Cassis harbor to explore the Calanques from the sea — the best way to appreciate these natural formations inaccessible by road.
Provence Wine Discovery
After exploring the coastline, continue into the surrounding vineyards where Mediterranean sunshine and sea breezes produce fresh, aromatic wines. Visit a carefully selected local estate within the Cassis or Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence appellations and enjoy guided tastings introducing Provence rosé alongside red and white wines.
A Perfect Provence Day Experience
This tour combines three essential Provençal experiences in one day: coastal landscapes, village discovery, and wine tasting. Limited to eight guests, the small-group format ensures a relaxed atmosphere and personal interaction with your expert driver-guide while traveling in a premium air-conditioned Mercedes minivan.
Included / Excluded
- Transportation in premium air-conditioned minivan
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Cassis Calanques boat ticket
- Winery visit and wine tastings
- Small-group experience (maximum 8 guests)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Meals and drinks (Lunch)
- Gratuities for the driver/guide.
Itinerary
Aix-en-Provence Departure
Meet your guide in Aix-en-Provence and settle into a comfortable Mercedes minivan before heading south toward the coast. It’s the easiest way to begin a relaxed day discovering some of Provence’s most beautiful landscapes.
Cassis Village
Explore the charming seaside village of Cassis, known for its colorful harbor, lively atmosphere, and postcard-worthy setting between sea and cliffs. This is the perfect place to enjoy the Mediterranean charm of Provence at a relaxed pace.
Important information
Know before you book
- Minimum number of 2 participants applies.
- Provence wine tasting in Cassis area, tasting fees included.
- Boat ride in Calanques National Park is included in tour price.
- Tour operates weather permitting; boat may be changed if seas rough.
- Not a swimming excursion; boat tour is panoramic only.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for Cassis village and winery.
- Light jacket or windbreaker recommended for the boat ride.
- Pack hat, sunglasses and high SPF sunscreen, strong sun at sea.
- Bring a reusable water bottle; none provided to reduce waste.
- Be at meeting point 10 minutes early; the tour leaves on time.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Reviews
Excellent!
We didn’t love the wine tour. It was too long and after one outstanding tour (the first one), it was too repetitive. It was too hot to stand around and the guide at the 2nd winery was young and not very dynamic. We did not like most of the wines and the transportation could have been better.
My friend and I did the half day St Emilion tour and had such a great day in this beautiful region of Bordeaux!! Our guide Laetitia was really knowledgeable about the wines and the history of the area. She was fun and super friendly, and also really flexible with us and our schedule. We had a great time overall. Highly recommended!
Additional information
This Cassis and Calanques wine tour is perfect if you want to experience the very best of Provence in a single day: a beautiful coastal village, a scenic boat ride, and a relaxed wine tasting in the countryside. It is especially appealing for couples, small groups, and travelers who enjoy a balanced mix of nature, culture, and local flavors.
If you like the idea of discovering Cassis, admiring the Calanques from the sea, and tasting fresh Provence wines without worrying about logistics, this tour is an excellent choice. With a small-group format and a comfortable Mercedes minivan, it offers an easy, enjoyable way to explore one of the most memorable day trips from Aix-en-Provence.
Please note that we do not distribute water bottles anymore to limit our environmental impact. We strongly recommend that you bring a reusable bottle.
In case of unfavorable weather conditions, the boat excursion may be replaced by an alternative scenic experience such as Cosquer Cave visit in Marseille while maintaining the overall quality of the tour.