Marseille, France

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Things to do & places to see

Marseille is famed for its rich multicultural mix which has produced a city crammed with great bars, cafes and restaurants.  The local cuisine reflects Marseille's reputation as France's prime fishing port - a must for lovers of seafood.

Nearby are the vineyards of Chateau Neuf du Pape, the cultural city of Avignon and the former capital of the region, Aix en Provence.

The ship is moored in port.

Example shore excursions

When you hit dry land, you can trust us to offer a choice of experiences that really gives you a close-up view. See some featured excursions at this port below.

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Panoramic tour of Marseille

Start your excursion by travelling to the old port where the Greeks landed in 600BC.  We then continue along the coast road, which gives spectacular views.  During the drive you will see Notre Dame de la Garde Basilica, the most magnificent building of its kind in southern France.

Our cruises to Marseille

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Mediterranean Explorer

Find out what makes this region so special with calls to Barcelona and Milan on our Mediterranean Explorer cruise on the Island Star.

Mediterranean Explorer cruise itinerary

Caribbean Bound

Follow in the wake of Columbus and discover a new world by sea.  Enjoy the rich cultures of Cadiz and Casablanca before setting off across the Atlantic bound for the Caribbean islands of Antigua, Martinique and St Lucia.

This cruise is available on the following dates from Marseille, France:

16 November 2008 - from £1,049

14 November 2009 - on sale from 31st July 2008, pre-register now.  This cruise includes an additional stopover on the Caribbean island of Dominica.

Please call us on 0161 772 8601 for more information and to book.

Caribbean Bound cruise itinerary