Private day tour : Cite9 de Carcassonne & the Lastours Castles.From Toulouse
About This Tour
Discover three standout sites in Cathar country on this private day tour from Toulouse. Begin with a stop in Castelnaudary to see the Canal du Midi, including t...
Duration: 9 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Carcassonne, Lastours · Languages: English, French
Know before you go: INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE; Not wheelchair accessible; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; No public transportation nearby; Infants must not sit on laps; Not recommended for people with heart conditions; Please, specify any food restriction. I will book the restaurant, and I need to know specials diets such as gluten free, lactose free, veggetarian, allergies etc...; Any hotels, port, accomodation in Toulouse center or around.
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What's Included
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
Not Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
Itinerary
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1Day 01
In the morning, we stop on the way at Castelnaudary to see the Canal du Midi ab Grand Bassin bb and the St Roch lock, a listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.Visit the Cite de Carcassonne Unesco World Heritage listed walled city. A medieval fortress settlement with a history that exceeds two and a half thousand years with picturesque fortifications, over 3 km of walls with 52 towers. La Cite9 is a stunning and unique place to visit. Strolling through the medieval village with its tiny and twisted alleys, the contrast between the beautiful little buildings with the impressive edifaces of, for example, The Basilique St Nazaire, give you a hint of how life must have been. The medieval charm and detail of this ancient city transports you back in time and impresses you at every corner. Keep your eyes peeled as you meander through the alleys! This tour includes an hour and a half long visit with an accredited tour guide.In the afternoon we discover the Castles of Lastours with breathtaking views from the belvedere. Then we hike through the valley to discover these structures one by one6#8230;6#8230;The Chateau de Lastours (in Occitan, Lastors) are composed of four Cathar castles in the French commune of Lastours in the department of the Aude. They sit on a rocky spur above the village of Lastours, isolated by the deep valleys of the Orbiel and Gresilhou rivers.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Carcassonne. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Carcassonne. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
