About this tour
A 6–7 hour excursion from Marseille combining exploration of Aix en Provence's refined architecture with a guided wine tour through the Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire appellation. Start with ninety minutes to wander the city centre and grab lunch, then head to two established wineries nestled beneath Mont Sainte-Victoire. Your wine-knowledgeable guide walks you through vineyard practices, regional varietals, and cellar operations at each stop, followed by tastings of reds, rosés and whites.
Highlights
- Ninety minutes free to explore Aix en Provence's squares and fountains
- Two winery visits with behind-the-scenes cellar access
- Meet the producers and learn their winemaking methods
- Taste six wines across three colours from AOP-certified estates
- Mont Sainte-Victoire backdrop throughout the wine region
- Air-conditioned minivan transport from central Marseille
What to expect
After meeting your guide in central Marseille, you'll travel to Aix en Provence, where you're left to navigate independently for lunch and sightseeing before regrouping. The afternoon shifts into wine country, where your guide introduces the Sainte-Victoire terroir's unique character. At each winery, expect a walk through production facilities—barrel rooms, tanks, bottling areas—with explanations of how local grapes become finished wine. Tastings happen on-site with time to chat with winemakers about their choices and philosophy. The pace is leisurely, designed for genuine conversation rather than rushing through.
Good to know
Bring water and wear smart-casual clothing appropriate for cellar conditions, which stay cool year-round. The tour runs regardless of weather. You must be 18+ to participate and arrange childcare if your children are under 10. Lunch is your responsibility during the Aix stop. Public transport links are nearby if you prefer not to use the hotel pickup.
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