Le Castellet & Bandol
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Hafen
Marseille (Provence), France
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Aktivitätsebene
Moderate
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Ausflugstyp
All
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Rollstuhlgerecht
No
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Ab
$114
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Mindestalter
Information Not Currently Available
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Reisedauer
Approximately 5 Hours
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Mahlzeiten inbegriffen
Meals not included
Begin this excursion with a scenic drive to Le Castellet — a typical Provençal hilltop village — perched on wooded hills above the vineyards. This remarkable stronghold, formerly owned by the lords of Les Baux, boasts well-preserved ramparts, a carefully restored 12th-century church, and a castle dating back to the 11th century.
Entering by the two fortified gates, called le portail and le portalet, you will start your visit with a guided walking tour through the narrow streets and up to the castle, which is now home to the town hall.
Free time allows you to explore the arts and craft workshops — painting, pottery, hollowware — before rejoining the motorcoach.
Up next is a drive to the seaside resort of Bandol. Bandol is a small and pleasant resort on a pretty bay; it is sheltered by high, wooded slopes. Enjoy some free time for a refreshing drink (at your own expense) in one of the inviting waterfront cafés, or stroll past the fashionable boutiques before returning to Marseille.
Notes:
Travel time to Le Castellet is approximately 75 minutes, and the return drive from Bandol is about 75 minutes. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shopping is limited outside of the summer season.