Wide angle shot of the Pont d'Avignon bridge, with the palace on the other end. The river water in the forefront, and a blue sky with clouds above.
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Carcassonne, Avignon & Beautiful Provence

Key information
  • Price

    from £753 /pp

    was £885

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    October 2025 - October 2027

  • Duration

    6 days

  • Depart From

    15 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    4 included

  • Meals

    5 included

  • Ways to pay

    Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan and pay from £120.25 per month.

Carcassonne, Avignon & Beautiful Provence

The rolling countryside of Languedoc and Provence, with their historic, UNESCO-listed crowning glories, all thrillingly brought to life.

Including a guided tour of walled fortress-citadel Carcassonne – one of France’s greatest medieval glories – as well as visits to the stunning papal city of Avignon, with its monumental Palais and fabled bridge, the spectacular Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard and a cruise on the tree-lined Canal du Midi, this is a hugely popular escorted tour to one of France’s most scenic corners. An optional tour takes in beautiful coastal Collioure and former Roman capital Narbonne.

 

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Top Highlights

The ancient Roman Pont du Gard Aqueduct in Southern France

Experience a full day visit to majestic Avignon and the stunning Roman aqueduct, the Pont du Gard

View of a canal with rows of trees on either side, with bright green leaves that curve in towards each other and cover up the sky. A pathway on the right side.

Board a delightful cruise on the tree-lined Canal du Midi

Wide view of the medieval Cité de Carcassonne fortress in France, surrounded by its historic stone walls and towers

Set off on a guided walking tour of historic, walled Carcassonne, including the inner Chateau and the beautiful church of St Nazaire

Outdoor seating outside The Palais Des Papes, that has white umbrellas, street lighting and trees above. A cream, wide manor is at the end of the road, and the edge of palace on the left.

Join an optional tour of Collioure and Narbonne and enjoy wine tasting

Itinerary

What the price includes

  • Five nights’ carefully chosen bed and continental breakfast accommodation at the Ibis Carcassonne Est Hotel, Carcassonne (upgrade hotels available for a supplement)
  • Return flights to France
  • Walking tour of Carcassone
  • Pont du Gard tour
  • Included Avignon tour
  • Canal du Midi cruise
  • Coach travel and transfers throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Dates & Prices

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan.

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Aberdeen

September 2025 - October 2027

from £863 pp

22 dates available

Belfast City George Best

September 2025 - October 2027

from £918 pp

22 dates available

Bristol

September 2025 - October 2027

from £807 pp

22 dates available

Cardiff

September 2025 - October 2027

from £918 pp

22 dates available

Glasgow

September 2025 - October 2027

from £846 pp

22 dates available

Humberside

September 2025 - October 2027

from £1,067 pp

22 dates available

Leeds Bradford

September 2025 - October 2027

from £974 pp

22 dates available

London City

September 2025 - October 2027

from £918 pp

22 dates available

London Heathrow

September 2025 - October 2027

from £753 pp

22 dates available

London Stansted

April 2026 - October 2026

from £829 pp

12 dates available

Manchester

April 2027 - October 2027

from £1,135 pp

9 dates available

Newcastle

September 2025 - October 2027

from £889 pp

22 dates available

Norwich

September 2025 - October 2027

from £999 pp

22 dates available

Southampton

September 2025 - October 2027

from £940 pp

22 dates available

Teesside International

September 2025 - October 2027

from £960 pp

22 dates available

Accommodation

Hotel De La Cite Dining
Hotel de la Cité, Carcassonne CarcassonneSet in the centre of Carcassonne’s stunning medieval citadel, this boutique hotel offers unparalleled views of the surrounding landscapes and the perfect base from which to explore the city’s finest attractions.  
Mercure Carcassonne, Porte De La Cité Exterior Pool
Mercure Carcassonne Porte de la Cite, Carcassonne Carcassonne, FranceThe Mercure is ideally situated at the foot of the medieval city, within walking distance of one of its ancient gates.
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Cerise Residence, Carcassonne Carcassone, FranceCerise Carcassonne Sud is a 10-minute walk from the historical centre, encompasses a lift and indoor swimming pool. Each studio apartment features a kitchenette and air-con, and breakfast is served in Mansion House.
Hotel Ibis Carcassonne 1
Ibis Carcassonne Est, Carcassonne Carcassonne, FranceLocated on the outskirts of Carcassone, a local bus service connects the hotel to the town. Or for the energetic, the town centre a 30-minute walk. The hotel has a restaurant and bar. Cosy rooms have satellite TVs and air conditioning.

Further information

Terms & Conditions:

Save 15% on short haul tours offer applies to new bookings only booked between 15 September 2025 to 22 September 2025 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. The offer does not apply to departure dates with late availability pricing or tours that depart in any other year. See full terms & conditions.

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