Top Languedoc-Roussillon Historical Tours

Discover 2 Great Sites of the Hérault: - The Devil's Bridge, Saint Guilhem the Desert and its abbey - The circus of Mourèze and Lake Salagou Visit with a local guide who grew up in the area.

Discover Montpellier old and new—and see more of the city’s highlights in less time—when you zip around town on a small-group Segway tour. Meet your guide in the morning or afternoon and, following a brief safety lesson, set off around town. You can look forward to seeing the city’s major attractions, from the Esplanade and Place de la Comédie to the Porte du Peyrou and Montpellier Cathedral. You’ll also venture to more modern parts of the city, will brush up on Montpellier’s history, and pause for photo breaks.

This guided tour is an immersion in the history of a unique place occupied by man for 2500 years. This is the opportunity to discover the mysterious Cathars and the religious convictions that led them to the stake. Relive epic battles of tragedies and moments of glory. Hear some verses of troubadours of the middle ages who have walked the streets of the city. Understand cathedrals and their architecture. Marvel at the beauty of the stained glass windows. Following an official guide is the guarantee that he can take you anywhere safely and share with you his passion and the secrets of the city.

Discover and enjoy the historic center of Montpellier by electric scooter! In one hour, you will have the opportunity to visit the emblematic sites of the city center and its charming little streets. During the whole guided tour, you can take advantage of the advice of our Montpellier guides! Whether it's restaurants, bars or activities, they will be there to advise you. We will also be listening to you and can customize the circuit according to your wishes.

This is the biggest fortified city in Europe, and you cannot miss some history details to unsderstand better this magnificient site! Learn more about the Cathars. Easy walk, 1h30 to 2 hours

Discover one of the Great Sites of Herault: - In a small group with a child from the country - Conviviality and simplicity - breathtaking and unique landscapes

Tour summary - classic old town Arles See the iconic sights of Arles - this picturesque town steeped in history dating back to a Greek settlement. Arles one of the most important cities of the Roman colony founded by Julius Caesar in 46 BC. Classical town with preserved ruins - the Amphithéâtre d'Arènes, Cloisters of Saint-Trophime, the Roman Theatre and Thermes de Constantin & Musée Réattu. Arles has a pleasant Provençal ambience, leafy public squares and slow-paced lifestyle. Highlights Wander & discover the old town of Arles Visit the Théâtre antique d’Arles coupled with a guided visit of Amphithéâtre d’Arènes. Enjoy the elegant surroundings of the towns numerous squares, historic buildings and architecture of Arles. Visit the terraces and cafe that inspired Van Gogh. Experience the bustling vibe & follow the Van Gogh trail to see the scenes of some of his paintings.

Fully private circuit of Eight hours, intended for a family or friends, which allows to discover the Mont Saint Clair de Sete and the medieval city of Carcassonne which is at 1H40 from Sete. You will travel in Van luxury Mercedes V class, with a capacity of 7 passengers maximum, interior seats all leather in living room mode, double air conditioning ..., arrived at the medieval city of Carcassonne, you have 4 hours to visit and take your lunch at your own pace ...

Accompany a 13th century knight and dive into the history of the Middle Ages, full of anecdote and epic tales await you.

GUIDED WALKING TOUR WITH ENGLISH GUIDE. Repression and Resistance. The tour is led by an English guide who has lived in Carcassonne since 2005. The guide is passionate about Carcassonne During World War 2. Visit buildings, memorials, statues and places that have a link back to World War 2. The tour is brought to life by the guides extensive knowledge and 50 black and white photos from the archives.

During our guided tour of the city of Carcassonne, we will discover the mythical alleys of this ancient fortress. The monumentality of the citadel will prevail to you and its 2600 years of history will be told you. Mysterious Cathars and military architecture will also be mentioned. I will not fail to present you a few little stories about the medieval period and we will end with the discovery of the majestic Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. I'm waiting for you for a fun but informative guided tour! This city, looking like an impregnable fortress, will soon have no secrets for you. Come and read this gigantic book of stone, each page is an enchantment!

This is the perfect tour for the travelers who loves miedieval ambiance, old stones, and quiet. The walks are easy, and the places are beautiful.

It is the Perfect tour for nature and heritage lovers… there is some breathtaking landscape and I will tell you more about the Cathars… This tour require a good physical condition, and good walking shoes to be able to hike to Montségur castle. Accessible to any person with a good physical condition able to hike. I can lend 4 walking sticks.

Named “Best Wine Tourism Experience 2019” by the annual ranking of the American magazine Celebrated Living. Complete guided tour: castle, tasting, explanation of biodynamics, presentation of vinifications and visit of the barrel cellar.

See the sights of Nimes with a private guide, just for your personal group. Offering a more flexible way to see the sights, the tour showcases the city’s Roman relics with commentary that’s tailored to your interests. You’ll see the Arena of Nimes and La Maison Carrée, along with the medieval streets of the city center where restaurants and enticing boutiques wait to be discovered.

Visit Montpellier without tiring yourself with this private, commented tour aboard an electrically assisted bicycle-taxi. Your pilot, Nathalie, will give you an atypical experience that will allow you to see the essentials of the city center. The main historical monuments will no longer hold any secrets for you thanks to the explanations of the audio guide available in several languages (French, English, Spanish and Italian). Comfortably seated in the back seat (fans planned for summer and plaids in winter), enjoy the great outdoors while being sheltered, you can even take advantage of the panoramic roof to contemplate the architecture. A unique moment to share, the accommodation capacity is 2 adults and a child - 6 years old. A friendly moment and always in a good mood. Nathalie will also be able to share with you the best tips in the city (hotels, restaurants etc.) Several photo breaks are planned so that you can immortalize this walk.

During our guided tour, we will discover the mythical narrow cobble streets of this old fortress. The monumentality of the citadel will impress you and I will tell you all the details of its fascinating history. Mysterious Cathars and military architecture will also be mentioned. I will not fail to present you some little anecdotes about the medieval period and we will end with the discovery of the magnificent Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. I am waiting for you for a entertaining but informative guided tour in Carcassonne!

Get out of Carcassonne and into the countryside on a private day trip with a local guide. Perfect if you have a day free but no transport, this excursion takes you to the castles, viewpoints, and wineries that would be difficult to find alone. Wine tastings and walks complete the experience; just note that Minerve is best suited to seasoned walkers with good hiking shoes.

It is the Perfect tour for nature, heritage and wine lovers… there is some breathtaking landscape and I will tell you more about the Cathars… This tour has some easy walk except at Minerve where for those who wants to visit everything, you need good walking shoes and the path is steep, accessible to people who are used to walk. We can lend 4 walking sticks.

Immerse yourself in the charm and culture of Arles on a private 8-hour tour from Montpelier. Without the strict schedule of a large group tour, you’re free to enjoy each location at your own pace. The well-rounded itinerary takes you to the Roman arena, the mountain village of Les Baux de Provence, and Saint Remy Old Town. For an extra fee, you can visit the Saint-Paul-de-Mausole monastery where Van Gogh lived for one year.

Provence is famous for its hilltop villages and idyllic scenery, but it’s also home to some of the most impressive Roman ruins in France. This private full-day tour will take you back in time, as you explore the magnificent amphitheater and Maison Carrée in Nîmes; admire the ancient theater of Orange; and visit the UNESCO-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct.

Discover this city full of beautiful preserved architecture of the Roman era and admire sites such as the Amphitheater, which was built in the 1st-Century BC and remodeled in the 19th-Century to serve as a bullring. Witness its curious construction and its excellent state of preservation that allowed groups like Rammstein and Metallica to perform memorable concerts in the arena in recent years. Visit the Jardin des Fontaines (Garden of Fountain) in the city center and admire the ruined Roman Tour Magne and the Temple de Diane. Discover the Maison Carrée, the Roman Empire temple that's so miraculously intact, it looks like it was built yesterday ! Explore the exterior architecture of the Musée de Beaux Arts. The tour will take you wherever you wish in the company of your own personal guide, who will help you uncover one of Europe’s most magnificent Roman cities.

This is the perfect tour to go for a city break, Toulouse is a wonderfull and vibrant city, and Castelnaudary as a small town is very charming with the Canal du Midi crossing it. Easy walks.

Welcome to Languedoc's Roman city. Nimes boasts an intact 4th century BC Roman temple and a preserved Roman Amphitheatre in its center. Walk the streets and see the sights that were used as settings for the movie "Gladiator", during our stroll across the charm oozing center. Nimes is also the birthplace of denim, meaning “from Nîmes”. It was exported to the US during the early 19th century for the production of ship sails, tarps and workman's trousers. Then Levi Strauss, a Bavarian immigrant, used it in 1870 to make trousers for the new frontier of the Wild West. Made in Genoa, where also the name “jeans” come from, with “de Nimes” cloth. Next time you put on your jeans, you will remember Nimes, and the city tour that took you for a walk through a charming little French town drenched in history. You will learn about: About the Roman history of the city The filming of Gladiator The French monarchy Bull fighting in France The importance of water in Nimes The crocodiles and Nimes