14 Apr 2027
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Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£940pp
Flights from UK airports
Escorted tour
Carcassonne, Avignon & Provence with Flights – 6 Days
Carcassonne, the Canal du Midi, the Pont du Gard and Avignon, with flights.
6 days
From £922 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 6-day holiday explores the Languedoc and Provence from a hotel near Carcassonne. Return flights are included, and a tour director escorts the group throughout. You stay five nights on a bed-and-breakfast basis, with hotel upgrades available.
A guide leads you through the Cite of Carcassonne, a fairytale fortress of turrets and ramparts. On another day you cruise the tree-lined Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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A full-day excursion takes you to the Roman aqueduct of the Pont du Gard and to Avignon, with its Palace of the Popes and famous bridge. A free day leaves time for an optional trip to Narbonne and Collioure with a wine tasting.
The physical rating is low. This holiday suits travellers who want history and sunshine in a relaxed week.
Trip highlights
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The Cite of Carcassonne (Day 2)
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Optional Collioure and wine tasting (Day 3)
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A Canal du Midi cruise (Day 4)
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The Pont du Gard (Day 5)
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Avignon (Day 5)
Your route
7 stops from Carcassonne to Carcassonne
- Carcassonne Days 1–5
- Narbonne Day 3
- Collioure Day 3
- Canal du Midi Day 4
- Pont du Gard Day 5
- Avignon Day 5
- Carcassonne Day 6
Why choose this tour
Flights and three included excursions. One hotel for the whole stay.
Best suited to
- History lovers
- Short-break seekers
- Couples and solo travellers
- Sun seekers
Day-by-day itinerary
6 days from United Kingdom to United Kingdom
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Day 1 · Carcassonne Carcassonne
Fly to France.
- Hotel
- Ibis Carcassonne Est
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 2 · Cite of Carcassonne Carcassonne
A medieval city.
- Hotel
- Ibis Carcassonne Est
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Narbonne, Collioure Narbonne
An optional day.
- Hotel
- Ibis Carcassonne Est
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Canal du Midi Canal du Midi
A canal cruise.
- Hotel
- Ibis Carcassonne Est
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Pont du Gard, Avignon Avignon
Popes and Romans.
- Hotel
- Ibis Carcassonne Est
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Carcassonne Home
Fly home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Carcassonne (5 nights) Ibis Carcassonne Est
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights to France
- Accommodation 5 nights bed and breakfast
- Meals 6 breakfasts
- Guided walking tour of Carcassonne
- Canal du Midi cruise
- Pont du Gard and Avignon day trip
- Tour director throughout
Not included
- Meals not included 4 lunches and 5 dinners
- Optional Narbonne and Collioure excursion
- Lunches and dinners
- Tips
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want most meals included
- You want an active holiday
- You want a small group
- You want to stay in a city centre
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 1–6 · Lunch: none included · Dinner: none included
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for France
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Departures & prices
From £922 per person, including flights. 9 upcoming departures.
Flights from UK airports.
05 May 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£949pp
Flights from UK airports
02 Jun 2027
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£1,048pp
Flights from UK airports
16 Jun 2027
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Not sold tour only on this date
£926pp
Flights from UK airports
30 Jun 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£967pp
Flights from UK airports
01 Sept 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£931pp
Flights from UK airports
15 Sept 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£922pp
Flights from UK airports
29 Sept 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£1,003pp
Flights from UK airports
13 Oct 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£949pp
Flights from UK airports
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Do I need a visa for France?
No, UK citizens can visit France visa-free for short stays, though the EU Entry/Exit System applies at the border.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights from regional UK airports.
Can I upgrade my hotel?
Yes, upgrade hotels are available.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast daily.
Is the Collioure trip included?
No, it is an optional excursion with a wine tasting.
Who looks after the group?
A tour director escorts the group throughout.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary