Private tour in Marseille Christopher C

The picturesque Luberon village and Renaissance castle of Lourmarin and discover the beautiful lesser known villages of Lauris & Cucuron.

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Christopher C.

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My name is Christopher, I'm a registered tour guide living in Marseille. I've been working as a guide in Provence for the last nine years - visiting the region for well over twenty-five, so I know a lot about what's best to see and visit as well as the region's highlights & lesser known hidden secrets of this beautiful region. Originally from London and as well as my individual work as a tour guide with ToursByLocals, I'm also a partner in a small niche private tour business based in Provence which I run with my French husband. I work all year round as a tour guide, enjoying showing & sharing with my guests my knowledge of the South of France. This is after all the region of France that epitomises the Mediterranean dream destination! My tours aim to inspire and visitors who want to discover & connect with the local people, culture & traditions of Provence. I like my guests to feel they are meeting up with old friends to explore my corner of France. All my tours are at a leisurely pace with lots of laughs and fun along the way. Having lived most of my adult life in London and been fortunate to be able to travel to over twenty six countries during that time. I enjoy travelling and especially meeting people from different corners of the world, being able to show them the visible and less obvious secret gems of this incredibly beautiful region of France. My passion for travel and meeting new people brought me back to live in France in 2013. I decided to become a tour guide to share with visitors my passion for Provence. In 2022 I became a French citizen. As your personal guide, I will always make sure each tour adapts to the style and expectation of my guests. I want you to enjoy a unique experience of the very best of Provence. There is so much to see and do - the regions culture, history, landscape, gastronomic food & fine wine; warm all year round climate & sunshine, colourful dramatic landscapes, ancient history and ancestral traditions as well as the authenticity of the people who live here in the towns, countryside and hilltop villages. Above all else it will be unhurried and at a gentle pace, unless you have to get back to the ship and then the day is adapted accordingly. What I specialise in is creating inspirational private tours & custom-made tour itineraries. My guests typically will be looking for small individual experiences or meaningful time with their partner & family or the chance to reconnect. Most of my set itineraries are priced for two people, but they are also available for 3-4 people and although the tours are priced per couple - if you are three people travelling, even four, it's easy to divide and multiply to adjust the cost of each tour accordingly. If you are more that two, I will send a revised customized quotation so that you can book your tour. If you reserve a tour with me - I guarantee we'll have a great fun day out, relaxed, unhurried, friendly, convivial and free from stress - you're on a vacation after all. If you would like more information on any tour or a quotation for something a little bit different please send me a message. All messages are responded to same working day. Hope to welcome you to Provence soon. Christopher I'm a registered Tour Guide and also a professional photographer, I can guide in historic sites, museums, galleries and so forth with no restrictions. I have all the relevant driving licenses to transport people and provide a full insurance coverage including public liability for all my guests.

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Overview of your Marseille tour

This tour begins with a visit to the beautiful classical Luberon village of Lourmarin, made famous by Peter Mayle's book 'A year in Provence.' Next stop the nearby village of Lauris, discover the castle gardens and walk the narrow shady streets. We propose a stop here to enjoy a simple bistro style lunch to take in the atmosphere of the village. After lunch a sort drive through Cadenet & visit to an olive oil producer - Bastide du Laval visit the mill with tastings of a selection of their award winning olive oil. Next the delightful village of Cucuron one of the most beautiful villages in the Luberon National Park. Retaining its Provençal authenticity and atmosphere that exudes an old-fashioned charm dating back to the 11th century and a local Luberon winemaker to enjoy a cellar visit & tasting of some of their excellent wines.

Your Marseille tour itinerary

We leave by car first to the beautiful village and castle of Lourmarin, made famous by Peter Mayle's book 'A year in Provence.' Next stop the nearby perched hillside village of Lauris, time to stop for a light lunch at a local village bistro. Next in the direction of Cucuron drive through the village of Cadenet stop & visit to an acclaimed local olive oil producer - Bastide du Laval, visit to the mill and a tasting of a selection of their olive oil. Then towards Cucuron, stopping off at a local vineyard to enjoy a tasting of some of the excellent wines produced in this region. Finally Cucuron at the heart of the Luberon national park. Walking tour of this 11th century village. From Cucuron return to your hotel or villa.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Air-conditioned SUV with bottled water and phone chargers.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Visit to Château de Lourmarin
Other: Visit and tasting at a vineyard & olive oil mill
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

Pick-up from your hotel or villa in Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Arles, St Rémy de Provence, Lourmarin & Gordes. This tour is suitable as a cruise excursion to & from Marseille cruise terminal.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Food And Drink
History
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1450811
Languages
French
English
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Marseille best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the picturesque and lesser-known villages of the Luberon region, such as Lauris and Cucuron. It's ideal for those interested in history, culture, and local gastronomy, as it includes visits to an olive oil producer and a local winemaker. The tour also suits cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion from the Marseille cruise terminal.

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