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On Mary Magdalene Path : Cave, Relics & Sainte-Baume Secrets

5.010 reviewsSainte-Victoire Mountain (Montagne Sainte-Victoire)

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
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Highlights

During this trip, I want you to discover the authentic Provence off the beaten path. We'll start this day by a real journey to the past. After the death of Jesus, Mary Magdalene's moved to Provence and spent her last 33 years in the grotto in the Sainte Baume massif. The place is very inspiring. You'll walk there on your own, at your own pace, and you'll have enough time to pray or meditate. Then, I'll offer you a local sandwich & a glass of rosé from my village. We'll reach Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, a small coloured Provencal town : free time for shopping, ice creams, coffee and visit of Mary Magdalene basilica where her skull is preserved. We'll finish the day by a drive through the beautiful Sainte Victoire valley. If we have time, you can have a walk through the vines fields, visit a small, authentic village or taste local wines. Whether you are a pilgrim or simply fascinated by the incredible story of Mary Magdalene, I look forward to welcoming you for this mystical day!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Marseille or Aix-en-Provence area
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local sandwich & rosé wine

What's not

  • Wine tasting (only for travelers more than 18 yo). 5 € / person if you decide to do it.

Itinerary

  1. You will hike through the mystic forest till the grotto where lived Mary Magdalene for her last 30 years. Amazing view of Provence and even Alps! Amazing atmosphere there..very inspiring place. Don't forget good shoes.

    3 h

  2. Nice, authentic little Provencal city where you will stroll, do some shopping, have a lunch and visit the very old basilica where you can even find Mary Magdalene's skull!

    2 h

  3. Little authentic Provencal hilltop village where you will have a walk and where I have a little surprise visit for you in the very original property. Off the beaten path of course :)

    1 h

  4. Nice road on Sainte Victoire massif, beautiful landscapes of the vines valley surrounded by several different mountains. Just authentic Provence far away from hustle and bustle of tourism.

    1 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Happy Day In Provence
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in Aix-en-Provence

  • Its from-price is 18% above the median of the 28 city tours we list in Aix-en-Provence.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 4 of 28.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is an elegant university town in Provence, with plane-shaded boulevards, fountains, markets and the hills Cézanne painted.

Aix-en-Provence was founded by the Romans in 122 BC beside hot springs and later became the capital of Provence. The Cours Mirabeau, a broad avenue shaded by plane trees, divides the old town from the newer quarter, with cafés on one side and old mansions on the other, and fountains run in the small squares behind. Thermal springs still feed its baths.

Top-ranked sights in Aix-en-Provence: Cours Mirabeau, Lake of Sainte-Croix (Lac de Sainte-Croix), Valensole Plateau (Plateau De Valensole).

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