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La Rochelle Cruise Excursion to Green Venice & Wine Tasting
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Private Shore Excursion from La Rochelle to visit the Mysterious Poitevin Marais followed by a wine tasting session in a local, carefully selected winery. Take part in an unusual boat ride followed by a tasting of local wines.
Highlights
- Visit the Green Venice National Park
- Small Group Boat Ride in the wetlands
- Take part in a Food & Wine Tasting Session
- Local Tour Guide, Expert of the Region
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La Rochelle Shore Excursion to Marais Poitevin – Green Venice & Food Tasting Embark on a vibrant shore excursion from La Rochelle Port of Call and visit the mysterious Poitevin Marsh, the famous “Green Venice” of France, on board a traditional flat-bottomed boat. Departing from La Rochelle Cruise Port, this Atlantic Coast half-day private tour takes you into the heart of the Marais Poitevin Regional ...
La Rochelle Shore Excursion to Marais Poitevin – Green Venice & Food Tasting
Embark on a vibrant shore excursion from La Rochelle Port of Call and visit the mysterious Poitevin Marsh, the famous “Green Venice” of France, on board a traditional flat-bottomed boat. Departing from La Rochelle Cruise Port, this Atlantic Coast half-day private tour takes you into the heart of the Marais Poitevin Regional Natural Park in Charente-Maritime.
Pick up at your cruise ship in La Rochelle
Your English-speaking driver-guide will meet you directly at your ship in La Rochelle Cruise Port. After a short welcome and overview of the itinerary, board your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and set off toward the Marais Poitevin, one of the largest wetland areas in France.
Boat ride in the Marais Poitevin – France’s Green Venice
Reach the Marais Poitevin, the second-largest wet marsh zone in France, also called “Venise Verte” (Green Venice), a unique landscape shaped by both nature and centuries of human ingenuity.[web:29][web:34][web:37][web:40] Travel to the charming village of Coulon, considered the capital of Green Venice, where you will board a traditional flat-bottomed boat.
Glide silently through a maze of canals lined with poplars and ash trees as your guide uses a long pole (pigouille) to navigate. Listen to local tales and legends while you admire wild irises, hidden marshes, and historic churches, and watch for birds and other wildlife that thrive in this peaceful ecosystem.[web:29][web:37][web:38][web:40] A highlight of the experience is the famous “water on fire” demonstration performed by your boatman.
After the boat ride, enjoy free time in Coulon to browse local shops or visit the Maison du Marais Poitevin for deeper insight into the area’s history, fauna, and flora.[web:29][web:30][web:37][web:43]
Food & wine tasting in Coulon
In the heart of Coulon, continue your discovery with an authentic food and wine tasting that showcases the flavors of the region. Relax in a charming local venue and sample regional specialties such as artisanal cheeses, rustic pâtés, freshly baked bread, and other delicacies, paired with carefully selected local wines. Your host will share stories about local culinary traditions and production methods, adding even more depth to your tasting experience.
This Marais Poitevin shore excursion from La Rochelle is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and food and wine enthusiasts looking for a relaxing, immersive day in France’s Green Venice before returning comfortably to their cruise ship.
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Pick up at your Cruise Ship in La Rochelle
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Reach the Venise Verte area & enjoy a boat ride
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Participate in a commented tasting session of local wines
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Return to Cruise Ship in La Rochelle
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Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund.
In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.
- Tour available from May to September
- Not available on Sundays and May 1st
- 7 hour private tour from La Rochelle
- Tour is operated in English, other languages on request
- Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Pricing Information (2 – 8 Persons)
| Base 2 | Base 3 | Base 4 | Base 5 | Base 6 | Base 7 | Base 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 820€ | 555€ | 425€ | 345€ | 295€ | 255€ | 230€ |
*Prices shown are per person.
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund.
In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.
Meeting point
La Rochelle Port of Call
Departure
Pick up at Cruise Ship – La Rochelle
Please proceed to exit where your guide will be waiting for you with a sign bearing lead traveler name.
Please proceed to exit where your guide will be waiting for you with a sign bearing lead traveler name.
Return
Drop off at Cruise Ship – La Rochelle Port of Call
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27, Jun 2022
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Included
- Pick up and drop off at ship
- Boat Ride in the Marais Poitevin
- Boat tickets included
- Foood & wine tasting of local specialties
- Tastings included
- Transportation in A/C vehicle
- Itinerary can be customized
Excluded
- Entrance fees unless mentioned
- Personal travel insurance & expenses
- Meals, drinks (lunch)
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
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What should I expect on a Shore Excursion with Ophorus?
As a specialized France Tour Operator and tours & activities provider, we organize worry free shore excursions departing from all cruise ports in France. Our professional team of travel advisors, drivers and guides speak fluent English, are experts in the destination and all our shore excursions take place on board premium vehicles.
All our shore excursions in France include pick up and drop off at your ship, once you have exited the Cruise Port terminal. We will always indicate where your driver/guide will be waiting for you. Our itineraries and programs are customized to suit your needs and never include side visits or stops that you had not confirmed. We guarantee your return to ship on time and have a very flexible cancellation policy. All tours can be cancelled up to 48 hours before the tour.
All our shore excursions are for small groups only, we do not cater for groups larger than 20 persons. Typically, we use premium minivans that will take up to 7 or 8 persons maximum. If your group is larger, then we will provide a small minibus but no larger than 20 passenger seats. -
What can we expect on this private Shore Excursion from La Rochelle?
This shore excursion include the visit of Marais Poitevin - Green Venice marsh area. Glide softly through the different canals and discover the local wildlife, learn about the local legends & traditional folk life. Then take part in a commented local wine tasting session. A laid back half day trip in the French countryside. -
What type of vehicles are used during your La Rochelle private tours?
Our company uses only premium cars & minivans that are recent, comfortable and fully equipped including individual A/C, shaded windows and large leg space. -
Who conducts your private shore excursions from La Rochelle Cruise Port?
We only employ accredited and licensed tour guides that are also the drivers for all tours that need visits to be conducted by certified guides. Good examples are: the visit of museums, guided walking tours in cities, visit of historical monuments and so on.
On this particular shore excursion your guide will conduct a walking tour in Brouage village and then explain the Oyster farming tradition in this part of France.
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