Aix-en-Provence Essentials Private Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Marseille, France
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Enjoy a graceful half-day in Aix-en-Provence with private pickup from Marseille, blending elegant avenues, historic squares, and Cézanne landmarks at your own pace. Begin on the Cours Mirabeau, shaded by plane trees and lined with fountains and terraces, then wander Vieil Aix, where medieval lanes open to lively squares around the clock tower and town hall. Pause at Cathédrale Saint-Sauveur, with Roman, Gothic, and Baroque layers, before continuing to the refined Quartier Mazarin and its Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins. For a Cézanne highlight, visit his preserved Atelier or swap for the painters’ viewpoint overlooking Mont Sainte-Victoire. With curbside drop-offs, flexible timing, and an English-speaking driver, this fully private ride offers comfort and freedom to linger, capped by a smooth countryside return to Marseille.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • WiFi on board
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
  • Other beverages and meals
  • Tips and gratuities

What to expect

  1. Cours Mirabeau
    1h
    Aix’s emblematic promenade is shaded by plane trees and punctuated by historic fountains, including the statue of King René at the eastern end. Lined with lively cafés and elegant façades, it’s the city’s most photogenic axis and an easy, flat stroll to set the tone.
  2. Vieil Aix
    1h
    Slip into the intimate heart of Aix around the town hall square—arcades, a sculpted fountain, and the tall clock tower that has kept time for centuries. The lanes around here concentrate craft shops and market stalls on many days, ideal for a short wander between photos.
  3. Cathedrale St. Sauveur
    1h
    A serene mix of styles with chapels, cloistered corners, and a cool nave—great when summer heat rises. Typical opening hours run through the day and entry is listed as free, so this is an easy cultural pause within the route.
  4. Fontaine des Quatre-Dauphins
    1h
    Quartier Mazarin & Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins. A dignified 17th-century district of hôtels particuliers and quiet streets culminates in the baroque Four Dolphins fountain—carved in 1668 by Jean-Claude Rambot and Pierre Pavillon. The square’s proportions and stonework make a refined backdrop for photos.
  5. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Cézanne’s preserved studio sits on a hill north of the center, with his objects and tall window intact an evocative stop for art lovers. If you prefer open-air views, the nearby Terrain des Peintres is a small garden with classic sightlines to Mont Sainte-Victoire.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights, but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.

Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

After booking, we share all driver and car info, and the driver will wait for you at the pickup location you have chosen.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1–3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4–7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • Entrance fee to the Atelier Cézanne is not included and has to be paid on spot with cash or card. It costs €6.50 per adult.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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