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Marseille Private Driver Custom Shore Excursion 4 to 8 Hours
Your own private driver in Marseille for 4, 6 or 8 hours: the freedom of a custom shore excursion, without the stress of planning, parking or shuttle buses. Your driver meets you at the foot of your ship or at your hotel and builds the day around you: Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Corniche and the Vallon des Auffes, the Old Port and Le Panier, then Cassis and the Route des Crêtes or Aix-en-Provence if you have more time. Stop where you like, stay as long as you want, and be back on board with an
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Overview
- ✓Your own private driver in Marseille for 4, 6 or 8 hours: the freedom of a custom shore excursion, without the stress of planning, parking or shuttle buses.
- ✓Stop where you like, stay as long as you want, and be back on board with an hour to spare, guaranteed.
- ✓Upgrade with a licensed guide, or a 16-seat Sprinter for family and friends.
- ✓Your Marseille, your rhythm, your driver.
Your own private driver in Marseille for 4, 6 or 8 hours: the freedom of a custom shore excursion, without the stress of planning, parking or shuttle buses. Your driver meets you at the foot of your ship or at your hotel and builds the day around you: Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Corniche and the Vallon des Auffes, the Old Port and Le Panier, then Cassis and the Route des Crêtes or Aix-en-Provence if you have more time. Stop where you like, stay as long as you want, and be back on board with an hour to spare, guaranteed. Upgrade with a licensed guide, or a 16-seat Sprinter for family and friends. Your Marseille, your rhythm, your driver.
Your own private driver in Marseille for 4, 6 or 8 hours: the freedom of a custom shore excursion, without the stress of planning, parking or shuttle buses. Your driver meets you at the foot of your ship or at your hotel and builds the day around you: Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Corniche and the Vallon des Auffes, the Old Port and Le Panier, then Cassis and the Route des Crêtes or Aix-en-Provence if you have more time. Stop where you like, stay as long as you want, and be back on board with an hour to spare, guaranteed. Upgrade with a licensed guide, or a 16-seat Sprinter for family and friends. Your Marseille, your rhythm, your driver.
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What’s Included
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Ship return guaranteed | Back at the gangway at least 1 hour before all-aboard
- ✓Parking fees
- ✓Itinerary of your choice | Your own driver: choose the stops, the pace and the duration
- ✓Photo stops at the viewpoints of your choice
- ✓Your choice: a private driver only, or on the 8-hour option, your driver plus a licensed local guide
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Hotel and cruise port pickup and drop-off
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Lunch
- ✗Gratuities
What to Bring
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Hotel pickup included
267 pickup locations available — or request your own hotel
CRUISE PASSENGERS: your private driver meets you at the foot of your ship at the Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal (MPCT, Cap Janet / Mourepiane) or at the city cruise quays, holding a sign with your name. No shuttle bus, no queue. Enter your ship name when booking and send us your all-aboard time: your driver brings you back to the gangway at least 1 hour before all-aboard, guaranteed. HOTEL GUESTS: door-to-door pickup from any hotel, rental or address in Marseille, Aix-en-Provence or Cassis, or at Marseille Saint-Charles station, Aix-en-Provence TGV station or Marseille Provence Airport. Tell us when booking which places you would like to see (or let your driver suggest the best route for your time); we send you a proposed itinerary and confirm the exact meeting time by WhatsApp the day before.
Good to know
- Guide languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Book at least
- 16 hour(s) before
- Ages
- Traveler 0–120
- Ticket
- Show your Viator voucher (mobile or printed) to your driver at pickup. Your driver will contact you by WhatsApp the day before to confirm the exact pickup time and place.
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour options
- 4 Hours | Driver & Local Guide: Duration: 4 hours Mercedes V-Class with a licensed local guide Pickup included
- 4 Hours | Private Driver: Mercedes V-Class: Premium air-conditioned minivan with English-speaking driver, up to 7 travelers. 4-hour disposal: Half day at your disposal: Notre-Dame de la Garde, the Corniche, the Old Port and Le Panier. Pickup included
- 6 Hours | Private Driver: Mercedes V-Class: Premium air-conditioned minivan with English-speaking driver, up to 7 travelers. 6-hour disposal: Marseille highlights plus Cassis and the Route des Crêtes, at your pace. Pickup included
- 8 Hours | Private Sprinter for 8 to 15 Travelers: Mercedes Sprinter: Premium air-conditioned minibus for groups of 8 to 16 travelers. 8-hour disposal: Full day at your disposal for family and friends, up to 16 travelers. Pickup included
- 8 Hours | Private Driver: Mercedes V-Class: Premium air-conditioned minivan with English-speaking driver, up to 7 travelers. 8-hour disposal: Full day at your disposal: Marseille, Cassis and Aix-en-Provence at your pace. Pickup included
- 8 Hours | Sprinter & Local Guide for 8 to 14 Travelers: Duration: 8 hours Mercedes Sprinter with a licensed local guide Pickup included
- 8 Hours | Driver & Local Guide: Mercedes V-Class: Premium air-conditioned minivan for up to 6 travelers plus your guide. Licensed Local Guide: A licensed guide joins your driver for the day and brings Marseille and Provence to life, in your language. Pickup included
- 6 Hours | Driver & Local Guide: Duration: 6 hours Mercedes V-Class with a licensed local guide Pickup included
Itinerary
1 h
Discover Notre-Dame de la Garde, Marseille's most iconic landmark and top-rated viewpoint, perched high above the city. Known locally as "la Bonne Mère," this stunning 19th-century Neo-Byzantine basilica delivers breathtaking panoramic views over the Old Port, the Frioul Islands, the Château d'If, and — on clear days — the Calanques National Park. Inside, admire the golden mosaics, marble columns, and maritime ex-voto offerings that make this a must-see Marseille attraction. A perfect photo stop and highlight of any Marseille shore excursion.
30 min
Cruise along the Corniche Président John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Marseille's most scenic coastal road hugging the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy a dedicated photo stop at the Palais du Pharo, a striking 19th-century imperial residence overlooking the Old Port entrance. Then discover the Vallon des Auffes, a picture-perfect, authentic fishing village tucked into the cliffs famous for its colorful boats, traditional cabanons, and postcard-worthy views. A favorite spot for photographers and one of the best hidden gems in Marseille.
1 h
Experience the vibrant Old Port (Vieux-Port) of Marseille, the historic heart of the city and a working harbor for over 2,600 years, filled with fishing boats, sailboats, and the famous fish market. Just steps away, admire the MuCEM (Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations), an award-winning contemporary landmark connected to the medieval Fort Saint Jean by a dramatic footbridge over the sea. This iconic contrast of ancient port and modern architecture is one of the top things to see in Marseille.
45 min
Wander through Le Panier, Marseille's oldest and most charming historic district, often compared to a Mediterranean village within the city. Explore narrow cobblestone streets, vibrant street art, and colorful facades that make this neighborhood a favorite for authentic Marseille sightseeing. Pass by La Vieille Charité, a beautifully restored 17th-century almshouse turned cultural landmark, and soak up the bohemian, artistic atmosphere that defines this UNESCO-adjacent quarter.
1.5 h
For 6- and 8-hour bookings: continue along the Route des Crêtes above Cap Canaille to Cassis, the picturesque fishing harbour at the gateway to the Calanques National Park, for a stroll on the quays or lunch by the water.
1.5 h
For 8-hour bookings: add Aix-en-Provence, Cézanne's elegant city, to walk the Cours Mirabeau, its fountains and its Provençal market. Your driver adapts the order of the day to your interests and your ship's timing.
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