Unique things to do in Bouches-du-Rhone

You want to know everything about Marseille and its culture? Come with me, I'll tell you by walking through the heart of the city. In doing sport for visiting, in nourishing body & soul! Follow me for a sunny and sporty 8 to 10 kms hike and I will make you discover and enjoy Marseille differently: - Reveal its History and Geography, heritage and treasures, funny stories and true historical facts, go back in time through old & contemporary documents and maps. - Let's go find the quiet spots of Marseille, reveal hidden beauties, stride along narrow streets only known by inhabitants. - Unearth various and surprising architectural patterns of housing, which are contemporary milestones of a deep and complex History. - Climb stairs up to be offered amazing views, make some nice detours to beat the crowds, find the right spots to get global points of view which help us understand the structure of the city. If you like to contemplate, if you appreciate the beauty of simple things, if you want to exercise body and mind, then you will be delighted by this 5-star sporty guided tour in the heart of our beautiful 2600-year-old city! Don't hesitate to ask me all your questions, I'm here to guide you!

NOT YOUR BASIC FOOD TOUR ! (All food is included) After Paris, Bordeaux and Nice, we found ourselves obligated to take over the sunny city of Marseille ! Certainly being the most cosmopolitan city of France it definitely shows in the plate. We have walked and gone through each little pathway and road to offer you the best selection possible. Provençal specialties of course but not just that ! Artisanal ice cream, homemade “daube” and aïoli sandwiches, the best handmade panisses of the city, the famous Marseille shuttles, almond macarons, delicious food staples from Tunisia, amazing fish burger and more ! (The tastings may vary) (VEGETARIANS ARE WELCOME) ▶ What we do offer ✔ - Many tastings to share - Local specialties but not just that - A beautiful stroll by foot and little boat ride - Fun - Crappy jokes - Smiles - A list of recommendations in Marseille - New friends from all over the WORLD

We will start about a wine tour of the winery, around 30 minutes, in which we will explain the different process of wine-making of our products. We will go then to wine tasting, in which we will taste our Vin de Pays du Caume & Bandol Wines (Rosé, Red & White wines). 3 Vin de Pays & 3 Bandol Wines will be tasted.

Take a tour of a Provençal truffle plantation, learn how truffles are cultivated and truffle dogs are trained, and go on a hunt for France's elusive "black gold" with professional hunters who know all the tricks of the trade.  Tours are followed up with fresh truffle hors d'oeuvres, Champagne and a tasting of our organic olive and truffle oil, truffle salt, truffle honey with truffle ice cream. Other things to note Our clients either bring their own car, rent a car or hire a chauffeur/driver to come to our property. We don't have public transportation to our place. Uber & taxi are not available to drive you back.

Join me for a traditional Provençal cooking class at my XVII century family farmhouse. We will meet at my house at 10am. I will introduce you to this family place and talk about the history of this Mas (old farm in Provençal language) and the history of the region. Together, we will then prepare a four course meal (starter - main course - cheese - desert ) using seasonal and local ingredients. Some of them will come directly from our garden. During the class you will taste our Olive oil, homemade jams and of course local wines paired with the menu. Lunch will be prepared in my personal kitchen and will be served on a terrasse shaded by oak trees overlooking our Olive trees. We only use local and seasonal produce so the recipes will change with the seasons. Alongside Provençal recipes we also teach fusion inspired cooking, creating dishes that are inspired by local produce and spices from around the world. We will finish the class and lunch around 3pm. The farmhouse is located 45 mins from Aix en Provence and 50mins from Avignon, 45 mins from Saint Rémy de Provence, 10 minutes from the beautiful village of Lourmarin. Other things to note Please let me know in advance if you have any kind of allergies of dietery requirements. Keep in mind that this is an old building with many stairs.

We will do a tour of the marché Richelme and the marché des Prêcheurs. These farmers marchés (market) are the best ones in Aix en Provence. Here's the list of some of what's sold at the maket: produce (fruits &vegetables) (marché Richelme & Prêcheurs) special meats (Corsican) (marché Prêcheurs) lavender (marché Richelme & Prêcheurs) spices (marché Prêcheurs) clothes (marché Prêcheurs) Great prepared lunch food at marché des Prêcheurs. Come and experience a true french & provençal experience of a marché!

I suggest you discover, by sea kayaking, the creeks of the Côte Bleue from Estaque in Marseille, heading in the direction of Carry-le-Rouet. On the program, full of anecdotes and good humor. For a half-day excursion allow 3 hours of total time. It is an experience for all. Provide a swimsuit for a swim in the crystal clear waters of the cove where we stop for the break. Course of your day: - Reception in the premises of Thalassanté in l'Estaque. - Formalities & Briefing (explanations of safety rules, presentation of the navigation area and the route, weather forecast) - Distribution of personal equipment (kayak, life jacket, paddle, waterproof bag) - Launch, let the adventure begin! All our boats are equipped with a jute bag if you want to collect floating waste. All our equipment is new (2021). In case of unfavorable weather, for you safety, tour will be canceled. In the world of marine leisure there is a saying: "the sea cannot be bought". We have to adapt to it. Let's share nature, create our memories.

We will do a complete tour of a typical French wine shop: how it's organized with the different kinds of wine and alcohol. Then we will dicuss the many different types of wine. The goal being that after this experience you'll be able to navigate through a French wine shop with ease. We will have a wine tasting of three different kinds of wine at the wine shop. Then, we will go to a nearby winebar for a glass of wine.

You want to know everything about Marseille and its culture? Come with me, I'll tell you by walking through the heart of the city. In doing sport for visiting, in nourishing body & soul! Follow me for a sunny and sporty 8 to 10 kms hike and I will make you discover and enjoy Marseille differently: - Reveal its History and Geography, heritage and treasures, funny stories and true historical facts, go back in time through old & contemporary documents and maps. - Let's go find the quiet spots of Marseille, reveal hidden beauties, stride along narrow streets only known by inhabitants. - Unearth various and surprising architectural patterns of housing, which are contemporary milestones of a deep and complex History. - Climb stairs up to be offered amazing views, make some nice detours to beat the crowds, find the right spots to get global points of view which help us understand the structure of the city. If you like to contemplate, if you appreciate the beauty of simple things, if you want to exercise body and mind, then you will be delighted by this 5-star sporty guided tour in the heart of our beautiful 2600-year-old city! Don't hesitate to ask me all your questions, I'm here to guide you!

NOT YOUR BASIC FOOD TOUR ! (All food is included) After Paris, Bordeaux and Nice, we found ourselves obligated to take over the sunny city of Marseille ! Certainly being the most cosmopolitan city of France it definitely shows in the plate. We have walked and gone through each little pathway and road to offer you the best selection possible. Provençal specialties of course but not just that ! Artisanal ice cream, homemade “daube” and aïoli sandwiches, the best handmade panisses of the city, the famous Marseille shuttles, almond macarons, delicious food staples from Tunisia, amazing fish burger and more ! (The tastings may vary) (VEGETARIANS ARE WELCOME) ▶ What we do offer ✔ - Many tastings to share - Local specialties but not just that - A beautiful stroll by foot and little boat ride - Fun - Crappy jokes - Smiles - A list of recommendations in Marseille - New friends from all over the WORLD

- Go to Saint Charles station because it is by train that we will reach the coves of the blue coast through tunnels and viaducts. - We reach the small port of Ensues la Redonne at the start of the customs path which we cover to reach the beach of Figuiére and its almost perfect cove. Swimming in blue waters. - We continue towards the double cove of Mejean and its micro village. - This is where the wild coast begins with its cliffs and superb marine reefs. We arrive at the cove of Everine facing the island of the same name. The place is ideal for mask and snorkelling, among the most beautiful seabed in the region. - Finally it is the Jonquier cove and its turquoise waters to arrive at the small port of Niolon clinging to the cliff, perfect place for a refreshment before taking our little train back to its improbable station. Other things to note It is better to know how to swim, take enough water! Otherwise the ride does not require special skills, the cumulative elevation positive / negative is around 350 meters more a long ride than a hike. Fans of organic green clay baths with sea salt will be delighted!

For this workshop, I open the doors of my kitchen and my world to you.... Welcome to my home! Here, the key words are: deliciousness, sharing and generosity! When you arrive, we'll get to know each other over a cup of tea and a delicacy I've prepared especially for you. Then it's off to the cooking workshop, for which I'll provide you with all the necessary equipment, including a chef's apron. Together, we'll prepare a typically French dish and dessert, using seasonal produce from our beautiful Provence. During this workshop, we'll discover different cooking techniques, and I'll give you tips and well-kept secrets from our grandmothers. Our experience will end around the dining table, where we'll taste together the dishes we've made during the workshop. See you soon

Discover Marseille through its most iconic drink: Pastis! During an hour and a half workshop, find out and taste aniseed drinks, explore their history and composition with the help of one of our anise’s expert. As a second step, enhance your knowledge of pastis and aniseed with a sensory and playful visit of the Aniseed and Provence Museum. You will discover the process of making pastis and travel the city of Marseille aboard a Mehari (Jeep) thanks to our 4D technology! Pastis and Marseille will no longer have any secrets for you!

/!\Possibility of carpooling from Cassis train station accessible from Marseille in 25 min Can't find the available time on the calendar? If you have any questions, let me know! -- The proposed hike is a 6 km crossing of 3 Calanques that looks like Mediterranean fjords : Port-Miou, Port-Pin, and one of the most famous En-Vau. From Cassis you will start by exploring the Calanque of Port-Miou. Along 1400 m, it houses a marina and contains a rich heritage: former operating place of a limestone quarry, underground river... all of which will be brought to your attention. Always along the coast, you will continue to reach the Calanque of Port-Pin, marks the entrance to the Marseille territory! This winding calanque is home to a pretty pebble cove with turquoise waters... where you can, if you like, taste the freshness of its waters during a break of 30 minutes This is where we will start to reach a little altitude, which will take you gradually up to 90 m above sea level, to the En-Vau lookout point, revealing its beach below, buried between the high cliffs... Whow !

We will start about a wine tour of the winery, around 30 minutes, in which we will explain the different process of wine-making of our products. We will go then to wine tasting, in which we will taste our Vin de Pays du Caume & Bandol Wines (Rosé, Red & White wines). 3 Vin de Pays & 3 Bandol Wines will be tasted.

Meeting in front of the Portal of the Cathédrale Saint Sauveur, rue Gaston de Saporta. We will then have a 3 hours walk in the Historical Center, a unique opportunity to capture the Soul of this town and the specificity of Aix's way of life . Through the Present, we will explore the Past: the numerous buildings of the 17th and 18th centuries, but we will also enjoy the multiple treasures unknown to the rushing travelers . We will end with the Producers Market where I will recommend you the representative places for Local Provençal delights, and the best addresses in Aix. You will continually be surprised by the artistic and creative wealth of the City, and we will walk your own pace, in order to have the most unique and pleasant visit. Other things to note If you have any question, please don't hesitate to ask.

Take a tour of a Provençal truffle plantation, learn how truffles are cultivated and truffle dogs are trained, and go on a hunt for France's elusive "black gold" with professional hunters who know all the tricks of the trade.  Tours are followed up with fresh truffle hors d'oeuvres, Champagne and a tasting of our organic olive and truffle oil, truffle salt, truffle honey with truffle ice cream. Other things to note Our clients either bring their own car, rent a car or hire a chauffeur/driver to come to our property. We don't have public transportation to our place. Uber & taxi are not available to drive you back.

Je vous propose de découvrir le village d'Oppède-le-vieux et ses alentours. Départ de Coustellet ou d'un lieux défini ensemble. Nous partirons en direction du village de Maubec par des sentiers entre 2 vignes. Nous emprunterons des chemins de viticulteurs. Nous nous arrêterons à l'élevage de cochon Mangalica. Puis, nous repartirons en direction d'Oppède, nous sillonnerons à travers les collines. Enfin, nous prendrons le temps d'admirer le magnifique village perché et fortifié d'Oppède-le-vieux. Nous rentrerons sur Coustellet par des sentiers pittoresques. Autres remarques Excursion d'une demi-journée, pour un parcours d'environ 26km.

Je vous propose une excursion sur les coteaux de Lagnes. Vous pouvez découvrir cette excursion en journée ou en sortie nocturne. Départ du lieu définit ensemble, puis nous nous dirigerons vers les coteaux de Lagnes. Sur le chemin, vous découvrirez une carrière en activité. Nous emprunterons de tous petits chemins escarpés et souvent très pierreux. Nous prendrons le temps d’admirer le paysage avec des vues fantastiques sur le Luberon. Après une longue descente sinueuse et étroite au milieu de la garrigue, nous rentrerons en direction de la piste cyclable pour rejoindre Coustellet. Autres remarques Excursion de 3h pour un parcours de 26 km environ comprenant des montées et descentes sur chemins parfois étroits.

Je vous propose une excursion au mur de la peste pendant une demi-journée. Départ de Coustellet ou d'un lieu définit ensemble. Nous partirons en direction des coteaux de Lagnes par des petits chemins souvent escarpés et pierreux. Nous prendrons le temps d'admirer le paysage avec des vues fantastiques sur le Luberon. Nous suivrons le mur de la peste jusqu'à la stèle du Maquis du Chat. après une longue descente sinueuse et étroite au milieu de la garrigue, nous rentrerons en direction de la piste cyclable pour rejoindre Coustellet. Autres remarques Ballade de 3-4h sur un parcours de 25 km environ. Vous devez savoir faire du vélo.