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Marseille
Marseille E-Bike Tour: Calanques National Park Adventure
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Overview
Marseille Shore Excursion: Calanques National Park by Electric Mountain Bike offers a fun way to see the beautiful Calanques National Park. This 3 to 4 hour electric bike tour starts near Marseille and takes people to the Sormiou Calanque. Ride along narrow paths between tall limestone mountains and the blue Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy the pretty views without getting too tired, thanks to the electric bikes.
The tour begins with a ride from the cruise ship to the starting point. After a short introduction to your e-bike, the group will go through small roads toward Roy d’Espagne. The adventure continues by cycling on a road closed to regular traffic, which leads to the Calanque de Sormiou. This special area is known for its peaceful beach and clear turquoise water. Electric bikes are the best way to see this special place.
Visitors will also see a small fishing port before heading to the beach. There will be time to swim in the sea or enjoy a drink by the water. On the way back, the tour passes by the Pastré Castle with shaded areas. The guide will stop to show local plants, animals, and sea life. This small-group tour, with port pickup and drop-off, is an excellent and worry-free way to explore the Calanques National Park. 
Highlights
Explore Calanques by E-Bike: See the beautiful Calanques National Park without getting too tired.
Small Group Experience: Enjoy a personal tour with a small group of fellow travelers.
Visit Sormiou Calanque: Discover a pretty beach with clear blue water.
Port Pickup and Drop-off: Start and end the tour right at the cruise ship.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the electric bike tour of Calanques National Park, praising the scenery, knowledgeable guides, and ease of using electric bikes. Some had minor issues with bike conditions and beach time.
Customers loved the beautiful scenery of Calanques National Park.
They enjoyed the electric bikes, making the ride easier.
The guides were knowledgeable and friendly.
The tour was a great way to explore the area from the cruise ship.
Some customers felt the bikes were not in the best condition.
A few wished for more time at the beach.
The Journey
Pointe Rouge
Pointe Rouge is an area in Marseille that serves as the starting point for the electric bike tour. It is located near the sea and provides access to small roads leading to the Roy d’Espagne.
Roy d’Espagne
Roy d’Espagne is a verdant area accessed via small roads from Pointe Rouge, marking the initial part of the cycling route into the Calanques region.
La Cayolle
La Cayolle is an area that the tour passes through on a road normally closed to traffic, leading towards Cortiou’s Pass and the Calanque de Sormiou.
Cortiou’s Pass
Cortiou’s Pass is a route crossed during the bike tour en route to the Calanque de Sormiou, offering scenic views and access to the heart of the National Calanques Park.
Calanque de Sormiou
The Calanque de Sormiou is a highlight of the tour, situated in the heart of the National Calanques Park. It features a small beach with turquoise blue water, a fishing port, and a hamlet, accessible primarily by electric bikes due to vehicle restrictions.
Pastré Castle
Pastré Castle is reached via large tracks and easy paths within the Calanques National Park on the return journey. It provides a scenic backdrop as the tour rides on the sides of the Canal de Marseille.
Canal de Marseille
The Canal de Marseille is a waterway alongside which the tour rides, surrounded by the cliffs of Marseilleveyre, offering a shaded area and impressive views.
Madrague de Montredon
Madrague de Montredon is a port that may be visited depending on time and preference, offering another scenic spot along the Marseille coast.
Goudes
Goudes is another optional destination that may be visited depending on time and preference, known for its unique coastal charm.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes the use of an electric bicycle, a certified helmet, and the guidance of a professional guide. It also features convenient port pickup and drop-off. Gratuities, food, and drinks are not included. The tour starts with a pickup from the cruise terminal, and the end of the tour ends back at your cruise terminal.
Hot Tip
Some people suggest bringing a swimsuit and towel to enjoy the beach at Sormiou Calanque. Wearing comfortable shoes is also important for the bike ride. Bringing water and snacks is good too.
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