Depending on the place of pickup, the time to reach our first destination will be roughly 30 minutes.
Arriving at L'Estaque, you'll be greeted by the warm authenticity of a fishing village within Marseille. L'Estaque is also often referred to as the 'village des peintres' for inspiring artists like Monticelli and Paul Cézanne, among others. We'll take you to the highest point of the village, where you'll be able to gaze upon the beauty of Marseille from afar, offering you the perfect opportunity to take amazing pictures and make this day even more memorable.
From L'Estaque to our next destination, we'll need roughly 20 minutes.
Next, you'll visit the beautiful Cathédrale de la Major. Built in the 19th century, this stunning cathedral has long been, and still is, the first symbol that merchants and travelers see when arriving in Marseille. It reflects the beauty and influence of the Phocean city. The cathedral is considered one of the largest in France built since the Middle Ages. From this location, you'll also get a view of Marseille's commercial port and The Mucem, a modern museum featuring exhibitions on Mediterranean culture as well as contemporary art. The Mucem was built in 2013 to commemorate Marseille’s designation as the European Capital of Culture that same year. Part of the Mucem complex includes Fort Saint-Jean, a fortress built in the 17th century by King Louis XIV to protect the city’s entrance and assert royal authority.
Near the cathedral, a visit to 'Le Panier' is a must. This charming old town of Marseille, with its narrow streets and colorful historic buildings, makes it easy to forget you're in a city of nearly 1 million people. While we will pass by on our way to the next destination, unfortunately, due to the small streets and limited parking, we won’t be able to stop. However, we strongly recommend exploring this beautiful area on foot during your time in Marseille.
From Le Panier to our next destination, we'll need roughly 20 minutes.
Our next stop is the magnificent Palais Longchamp, a true architectural gem of Marseille. Built in the 19th century to celebrate the arrival of water in the city via the Canal de Marseille, this grand monument is surrounded by lush gardens and offers a serene escape from the bustling city. The palace houses both the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Natural History, making it a cultural highlight. Though we won’t stop for long, we encourage you to take in the stunning fountains, statues, and scenic views. For those with more time, a leisurely stroll through the park is highly recommended to fully appreciate its beauty.
From Palais Longchamp to our next stop, we'll need roughly 30 minutes.
Our next destination is the iconic Notre-Dame de la Garde, perched high above Marseille and offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea. Built in the 19th century, this basilica is a symbol of protection for sailors and locals alike, featuring stunning mosaics and intricate architecture. Known as the 'Bonne Mère' to the people of Marseille, it has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries. We’ll make a short stop here, giving you time to explore the interior, take in the incredible vistas, and capture some unforgettable photos. This stop offers a perfect opportunity to fully appreciate its beauty and the sweeping views.
From Notre-Dame de la Garde, our journey continues towards Pointe Rouge, taking us along the stunning Corniche Kennedy. This scenic coastal road offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea, with its sparkling blue waters stretching out as far as the eye can see. As we drive along La Corniche, you’ll pass beautiful beaches, rocky coves, and elegant 19th-century villas that line the cliffs. The panoramic views over the bay, combined with the gentle sea breeze, make this one of the most picturesque routes in Marseille. We’ll head towards the southern part of the city, arriving at Pointe Rouge, a lively coastal area known for its sandy beaches and relaxed atmosphere.
We'll continue our journey through Pointe Rouge, heading towards the charming village of Les Goudes. This picturesque fishing village, nestled between the hills and the sea, is known for its vibrant atmosphere and stunning coastal scenery. As we make our way to Les Goudes, you'll notice the rugged cliffs and crystal-clear waters that define this beautiful area. The quaint harbor, filled with colorful fishing boats, adds to the village's charm. Take a moment to soak in the serene surroundings and the unique character of Les Goudes, a hidden gem that showcases the natural beauty of Marseille's coastline.
We’ll make a short stop in the enchanting village of Les Goudes, where you can enjoy stunning views of L'île Maire, a small island just off the coast. This picturesque spot showcases the rugged beauty of the Mediterranean landscape, characterized by rocky cliffs and crystal-clear waters. As you take in the surroundings, you'll appreciate the stark yet captivating scenery that defines this area. This stop offers a perfect opportunity to capture breathtaking photos of the coastline and the striking contrasts of nature, making it a memorable part of our journey.
With Les Goudes we mark the end of our tour, the way back can take up to 50 minutes depending on the traffic
Georgi was an awesome tour guide with a wealth of knowledge of the entire region. He took us to several areas with so much differences yet only a few blocks or a mile from each other. Having him pick us up at the dock where our cruise ship was located was a definite plus. Highly recommended!
Great experience with Georgie. He is very informative. Also has a great sense of humour to put up with us. Thank you Georgi.
Georgie was awesome!! He took us in places we would never get to experience with larger tours. So many sites to see that were special. We loved the information he gave and he was great to chat with on all the history. We will choose him again next time we are in Marseille.
Very nice tour-- was able to see all of the highlights of Marseille with ease. The guide gave lots of historical information about each site, dropped us off as close to the entrances as possible, and allowed us to determine how much time to spend at each location. You can tell he is very passionate about his city and it was a lovely day.
Our tour of Marseille with Georgie was truly one of the highlights of our trip. He took us to all of the city’s most important sights, including Notre-Dame de la Garde, where we enjoyed breathtaking views over Marseille and the coastline. Throughout the tour, Georgie shared an abundance of fascinating history, local stories, and insight that brought the city to life. He was enthusiastic, kind, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience feel personal and memorable. He also gave us a wonderful local recommendation along the way, which was a thoughtful bonus. We will never forget our day exploring Marseille with Georgie. We highly recommend this tour and would especially recommend requesting him as your guide.
Georgi picked us up at our cruise port showed us some great sites in the Marseille area in the hours that we had. We had a very nice day!
Great day, exactly what we were hoping for! Georgi was accommodating, comforting and full of important history. He gave us the time we needed in each location and was right there to pick us up from the most difficult to drive spots. Thanks for a great day! Highly recommended this trip!
Georgi was fantastic! We had a short day in Marseilles for our port of call and Georginhad our time planned out perfectly. We got to see the iconic sights including Calanques National Reserve which we really enjoyed. We had lunch at a local bakery which was perfect! We appreciated the time that we spent and would highly recommend!! Thank you!!
Georgi was very informative, and very accommodating to individuals with disabilities. He provided waters and made sure the temperature was good and asked if there was anything else that he could do to make our tour more comfortable and pleasant. The sites were breathtaking! A must do and see! Ask for Georgi! Oh and he picked the best spot to eat. A great sandwich and pastries.
Georgi was very friendly and informative. He showed us the famous sights of the city and explained everything in great detail answering all our questions. When my wife asked about a local drink, he took us to a pub to try it. She also asked him to tour us through Notre Dame where he explained the meaning behind the local symbolism. He was courteous and opened the door for my wife at every stop. Very thoughtful.
You get to see a lot of Marseille. The bakery stop is amazing, some beautiful views, and a great sample of the city.
Georgi Yordanov has the passion and the energy to bring Marseille and surrounding area to life for those of us wishing to learn more about this fascinating city. His knowledge of history and the sites visited is amazing. He spoke English with us and knew how to tailor his comments specifically to us for the private tour. He is flexible and caring, took us to a wonderful restaurant with a world class view, takes excellent photos, and left us so happy that we chose him for our day in Marseille experience which included the seaside villages.
Just breathtaking. The Mediterranean, the mountains the scenery it was everything I could have hoped for. Georgi was fantastic. He was friendly energetic and very knowledgeable. He lives in Marseille so he knows a great deal and is very intelligent. ANYONE visiting Paris should do this. It is so easy. We took the train in the am and back in the evening which was very relaxing. We chose the executive car and is was very comfortable and the staff was friendly. If you are going to France you owe it to yourself to spend the day with Georgi. You will not regret it and it will be so much more memorable than a museum or the Eiffel Tower.This was SO much better than crowded tourist traps standing in line and getting pushed around. The bullet train was so relaxing we slept almost all the way there and back arriving refreshed.
Very knowledgable, informative and couteous driver. Peugot vehicle was comfortable but a little tight for larger people. 5 hour trip was about right. Suggest future trips visit Notr Dame first thing in the AM to avoid crowds,
Wonderful experience! Georgie knows his city well! He was friendly and knowledgeable and not just a driver. He took us to so many sites in such little time. The bakery was Bellisima! We loved our day with him! Highly recommended!
This was a great tour! We had the best time exploring all the hot spots of Marseille, Georgi took us all around and he was very informative, answered all our questions and was very accommodating. Highly recommended this tour!
We (family of 4) had an excellent private tour of Marseille that covered all the highlights of the area in just five hours. The itinerary was perfectly planned, with stops at incredible scenic viewpoints for photos and a fantastic lunch spot that we never would have found on our own. Our guide was extremely professional and spoke such clear English, making it easy to follow along and really understand the history and character of Marseille. The tour was informative and hit a a lot of the city.
We had such an amazing time and this was the best excursion of our entire trip! The host was professional and full of knowledge. He took us to some great spots and gave us plenty to time to explore. It was a lot of fun and left me with an urge to go back to Marseille and explore more on my own.
The tour sites selected and the driver were excellent. We enjoyed the personal atmosphere of the ride. The driver (Georgi) became our friend. The history on each site was very informative and made us appreciate Marseille even more.
Georgi was in regular communication with us and on time to start the tour. His English was great and his knowledge of the area and love of his home was evident. He was flexible with the itinerary and adjusted stops due to the weather and avoidance of mass so that we could go inside the church. Highly recommend
Gorge, was very knowledgeable and shared things about Marseille that you will not get on a large tour! He was very accommodating to our conversations we were having in the car and small we needed, like a bakery we needed with a bathroom verses without. He was well versed in English, French and Bulgarian!! We enjoyed him so very much and all the special things he did.. He had water in the car for all 4 of us, her dropped us right off at special points of interest and see so prompt with his return. He was the best! You won’t go wrong with this tour of Marcella. Thanks George for making it a very special trip of the lovely town!!!
There were four of us including two over 6 ft tall guys. We all fit. This is not a van but a nice car with a great driver/ tour guide. We saw everything on our list very conveniently. Very friendly and informative tour guide. Marseille does not have the attractions of a Rome or Florence but it is very worthwhile to take this type of tour. 10/10 would recommend!
Georgi was very friendly and explained all tourism areas history in a great manner. He knows the best places to visit in Marsella. Sharp vehicle.....
Georgi was very considerate of our needs, tailored the schedule to our preferences and was very knowledgeable about landmarks, history, culture etc. Highly recommend him for a personalized experience.
The guide was informative, accommodating, efficient, friendly. The tour was expansive and interesting. What else can you ask for?
I cancelled this tour a day in advance though never received a cancellation number from Viator. The driver drove to the pick up point and called me and I again confirmed that I had cancelled the tour. The driver said he did not get the cancel notice ( probably due to a glitch in the system) and then chose to keep the entire fee I had paid ( several hundred dollars) rather than giving me back even a partial refund. He was rude. He kept all my money for doing almost nothing. Viator provided no support. Unfortunately, this loss of cash for us will prevent us from being able to enjoy other excursions we would have liked to do. I cannot recommend this tour guide given his rudeness and refusal to provide any kind of refund for doing nothing.
We had the absolute best day exploring all the beauty of Marseille with Georgie. He created the perfect itinerary full of history, beauty, and intrigue. I would highly recommend hiring Georgie, we will be calling him when we come back!
This was a very disappointing tour with our guy, Georgie. He is much more of an Uber driver than a tour guide, and I would not recommend his to anyone. We were four Americans traveling in Marseille for the very first time and there’s not much to see there so save your money. Perhaps it was just our experience with our tour guide
Great trip to the major sites around Marseilles. Georgi explained the history, and was right there to pick us up when we texted if he dropped us off to visit a site. He was very friendly and helpful managing my wife’s transport chair, and we had great conversations. Would very much recommend Georgi for a private or small-group tour in the Marseille/Nice area.
Our driver was amazing!!! He was extremely knowledgeable, was fun to talk to and we had an amazing trip!
Our guide is very knowledgeable and responsive. On time and made it very easy for drop off and pick up with each site. Will recommend the tour to others.
My private tour with Georgi today was very enjoyable. I got to see the sights (both historical and beautiful spots) in Marseille and the surrounding areas, and I learned a lot as well. Georgi asked about my interests at the start of the tour, and he tailored the experiences and the time allotted to each stop to my preferences. I felt in very good hands in terms of driving safety, and he was also very courteous and attentive. I highly recommend this tour without reservation.
Our private tour with Georgi was terrific. He was a great guide and was very flexible with our schedule. Highly recommend!
We had an outstanding private driver tour of Marseille with Georgi, and it truly made our visit to the city unforgettable. From the moment he picked us up, Georgi was punctual, professional, and incredibly friendly. His vehicle was spotless and comfortable, and his driving was smooth and safe — a huge plus on the winding roads around Marseille. Georgi's knowledge of the city's history, architecture, and hidden spots was impressive. He gave us a wonderful overview of both the must-see highlights and the lesser-known gems. We visited iconic landmarks like the Cathedrale de la Major, Palais Longchamp, Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, and Parc National Des Calanques, all while learning about Marseille’s rich cultural tapestry. What made the experience special was Georgi’s flexibility and personalized approach. He adapted the itinerary to match our interests and pace, offered great photo opportunities, and even suggested a fantastic local spot for lunch that we would never have found on our own. Throughout the day, Georgi was warm, engaging, and genuinely passionate about sharing his city with us. It felt less like a tour and more like exploring Marseille with a knowledgeable local friend. We highly recommend this private tour for anyone looking for a relaxed yet enriching way to see the best of Marseille. Thank you, Georgi, for such a memorable day!
What an amazing day touring Marseille. Our driver Georgi was so knowledgeable about the history and background of everything we were seeing. He also did an outstanding job of listening to us in terms of what we wanted to see and how we wanted to spend our time. He had many wonderful suggestions, but in the end, it was a truly custom tour that fit what we were most looking forward to seeing. I can’t recommend this experience highly enough!
Great tour, our tour guide was fantastic, we were able to see all sights and panoramic drives within 5 hours. Absolutely recommend if you are here first time and want to see entire town in the comfort of personalize tour.
Absolutely wonderful! Perfect tour for us. Very considerate, knowledgeable, and ameanable. Offered to stop at many places so that we could take pictures of the beautiful scenery and structures. Perfect about of time to spend at each stop. Would highly recommend this tour for couples, family or friends.
Giorgi is very easy to talk to, very good english, it was a great tour. He was on time, the car was clean.
Excellent Service, everything was perfectly organized and the service was first class. A 100% recommended experience.
Magnificent day in Marseille with an excellent guide. Cathedrale de la Major, Palais Longchamp and the Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde is a must-see. The tour is recommended.
A very entertaining tour of the most interesting things about Marseille. In a few hours he took us to see the best of Marseille.
We were delighted by our guide. He offered us a tailor-made tour of Marseille for us and our two children. It is punctual, comely, of great patience especially with our 2-year-old son. We recommend 1000 times its services.
Monday through Friday 9 am to 7 pm EST
Reach us by phone
Reach us by email