Aix-en-Provence: Medieval Village Art and Vineyards
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Culture & History
Plantation & farm tours
Wheelchair Accessible
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Art
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Markets, bazaars, & souks
Visit a medieval Provençal village market and it's art. Discover the wines of Côteaux d'Aix en provence from Marseilles. See the stunning Mt. St. Victoire, visit vineyards, and taste local products.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the beautiful nature of the valleys around Aix-en-Provence
- Delight your palate with the distinct flavors of Provençal local products
- Relax at a traditional Provençal Market enjoy the flavours and colors
- Visit 2 wineries in Provence and see how the locals produce their wine
- Enjoy a comfortable journey from Marseilles to the countryside and taste wine
Description
Explore the villages on the slopes of Montagne St. Victoire on this day trip from Marseilles. Visit 2 or 3 wineries, enjoy lunch in a typical Provençal (optional) restaurant, and taste the local whites, reds, and rosés. Meet your driver in Marseilles and head out into the country. Drive east of Aix-en-Provence to reach Vallée de l’arc, a natural spot for vine cultivation. As you drive, admire Montagne St. Victoire to the north and the massive Sainte-Baume to the south. Stop at anywhere between 2 and 3 wineries and taste the fruit of the vine. Enjoy whites, rosés, and reds from the region. During your trip, stop for a delicious traditional lunch at a local tavern (optional). We will start our day with a visit of downtown Aix en Provence, its fountains, mansions and the cathedral Saint Sauveur (1:30). We will then leave for an immersion in the world of the painter Cézanne (optional) with the visit of his workshop (ticket not included 6,5 euros). Going through 'the painters' field' and 'Cézanne's portal'. After being energized, we will continue our journey towards Château Lacoste and where we will enjoy the various exhibitions of contemporary art, a visit to the vineyards and a wine tasting to end this day. in beauty ! Possible stops will be possible in Aix (city center), according to the timing, in some shops of local products (chocolate Puyricard, olive oil, confectionery, lavender).Includes
Transportation from/to Marseilles or/Cassis Drive/guide Winery visits (Half-day about 1 - 3 wineries and full-day about 3 - 5 wineries depending on timing) Parking , tolls, gas feesImportant Information
- You may bring your pet on this tour This tour is stroller accessible Infant car seats are available