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If you love wine and seafood then this fabulous gourmet tour of the Languedoc is tailor-made for you. Visit the beautiful Thau lagoon to find out about the delicious oysters and mussels produced there. Then check out a local winery to sample some of the excellent wines of the area. Take lunch in a lovely restaurant overlooking the lake then go in search of the best Languedoc red wines in the Coteaux du Languedoc and pretty Pic St. Loup, where fragrant bushes of rosemary, thyme and lavender surround the vineyards. |
price £102.46 (per person) Duration: 9 hours From Beziers:  From Montpellier: From Pezenas: |
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In the footsteps of the Da Vinci Code Explore the enchanting landscape of the Languedoc and encounter ancient mysteries on this fascinating tour. Learn the history of the Cathars, a religious sect possibly descended directly from the earliest Christians. Enjoy a mouth-watering lunch before touring Rennes le Château - an enchanting medieval village - internationally known for the religious conspiracy theories surrounding it. Hear tales of a controversial village priest with a mysterious source of wealth and see the building work he used it for. Find out how both the story of the Cathars inspired controversial books like 'The Da Vinci Code'. |
price from £102.46 (per person) Duration: 9 hours From Beziers: From Narbonne: |
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Discover the delightful wines of Limoux and explore the enchanting medieval town of Carcassonne on this excellent day tour. Long before Champagne was invented, Limoux was producing great sparkling wines. In the morning, visit a winery and vineyard to learn the history of wine production in the area and to sample some of their 'best bubbles'. Then spend the afternoon in Carcassonne, rumored to have been the inspiration for Walt Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty'. From the moment its turreted silhouette appears on the skyline, you will fall under its magical spell. |
price from £64.04 (per person) Duration: 9 hours From Beziers: From Narbonne: |
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from Nimes (Private Tour) A city tour of Nimes is a great way to get a glimpse into its Roman lineage, explore its pretty gardens and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tour the elliptical Roman Amphitheatre regarded as the best-preserved Roman arena in France. Built in the 1st century BC, it was constructed for entertainments such as animal and gladiator combats. Marvel at the ingenious construction of Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct. Add to it a trip to Maison Carree, one of the best preserved Roman temples anywhere and a refreshing stroll in the lush environs of Jardins de la Fontaine. |
price from £40.13 (per person) Duration: 8 hours |
