Cassis, the Calanques, high cliffs local wine & Marseille
Visit the picturesque fishing village of Cassis on this full-day tour.
Cassis pebbly beaches, calanques, limestone cliffs, drive the spectacular scenic Route des Crêtes along the clifftops to Cap Canaille, Cassis Appellation white wines and the city of Marseille. Cassis discovery - the magic begins to works its wonders when we leave Marseille climbing up over the steep hillsides & tiny roads taking us to the picturesque fishing village of Cassis. The road bends its way between vineyards & pine woods. The charm of Cassis shows itself as you explore little alleyways and squares edged with colourful fishermen's houses. The drive between Marseille and Cassis is a spectacular one. Following the clifftop road - Route des Crêtes to Cap Canaille, towering cliffs that reach a height of 394 meters. This winding road offers spectacular views an exceptional panorama over La Ciotat's bay & Ile Verte beyond. Afterwards a visit to a local Cassis winemaker to enjoy a tasting of the wines from this small local appellation. Visit to Marseille - ancient Basilique & old Port