Bring the family and discover the charms of Cassis on a full-day excursion, including a short walk to the port , you can enjoy beach time on your own. Wind along the panoramic road of La Gineste on a dramatic drive leading over a mountain ridge. Marvel at how Cassis, a former Roman trading post, is set at the base of the towering Cap Canaille, one of the highest cliffs in Europe. Once in town, take the petit train (little tourist train) to the Vieux Port. Then enjoy a few hours on your own to explore. Enjoy delicious Provençal cuisine at one of the recommended cafés along the pier. Walk along quaint narrow streets, stopping to browse a shop or boutique. Or spend some time basking in the sun on a pretty, pebbly beach. For an additional cost, you can take an amazing boat ride through the calanques, dramatic-looking inlets known as Mediterranean fjords — imagine looking straight up at sheer white cliffs as you make your way along the water.