FRANCE TOUR
River Tarn, Albi
Carcassonne Albi &
Carcassonne 6 days from £899
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Just You Tour Manager as your host
• Return flights from Heathrow with British Airways
• 5 nights in a 3-star hotel • 7 meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 dinners • All excursions included
PLUS…
• Specialist Local Guide • Welcome drink
• Overseas transfers & other transportation
• Porterage
• Dedicated Just You representative to greet you at all UK airports
DAY 1 UK to Toulouse Fly to Toulouse today. You’ll meet your travelling companions over a drink and dinner this evening.
DAY 2 Albi
Standing on the banks of the River Tarn, Albi is a delightful red-brick city steeped in history. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its origins date back to pre-Roman times and it is structured around two medieval fortresses.
As we explore on a walking tour we’ll stop to appreciate the exterior of the enormous UNESCO-listed Gothic Cathedral of Sainte Cecile. Built as a fortress in 1287, it dominates the town, and is reportedly the largest brick building in the world.
The elaborate interior of this beautiful structure is equally impressive – its
painted walls are exceptional examples of Christian art, and the frescoes on its ceiling comprise the largest and oldest Italian Renaissance painting in France.
Albi is also the birthplace of Toulouse Lautrec, and over 1,000 examples of his works are housed in the museum at the former Episcopal Berbie Palace here.
DAY 3 Gaillac & the Gorges de l’Aveyron The nearby market town of Gaillac has the Tarn River running along its border and boasts the spectacular 10th century Abbey Saint-Michael.
The surrounding region is renowned for its excellent wines, and on our tour we’ll pay a visit to a local vineyard where we’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a tasting.
The soaring limestone cliffs of the magnificent Gorges de l’Aveyron are
EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
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CUSTOMER RATING
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Well-preserved medieval towns and villages pepper the rolling hills in this delightful area of southwest France. Included tours give you the chance to admire the tremendous fortresses, impressive churches and spectacular cathedrals that rise from the landscape.
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS • Walking tour of Albi • Gaillac & the Gorges de l’Aveyron • Carcassonne & Castres • Ville-Bastides
FLIGHT OPTIONS
FLY LOCAL FROM • Bristol • Manchester
• Connecting fl ights via London from selected local airports
Upgrade your fl ight: From £249 return Club Europe with British Airways.
Toulouse
Najac castle FRANCE
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Carcassonne Albi Gaillac
breathtaking, we will also call here to take in this exceptional landscape.
DAY 4 Carcassonne & Castres Carcassonne is one of the most visually dramatic towns of the Languedoc region owing largely to the double-walled, turreted fortress – reportedly one of the largest in Europe – that overlooks it. UNESCO-listed, it is divided into the fortified Cité de Carcassonne and the lower city, the ville basse.
Take a stroll through the narrow streets, admire the views from the battlements and visit the beautiful Church of St Nazaire. Along the way we’ll stop at the pretty town of Castres for a walk.
DAY 5 Ville Bastides Many fortified towns – or ville bastides - were built when England and France fought for control of this corner of the country in medieval times. Our full-day excursion allows us to visit two excellent examples. Our first stop is Najac, a picturesque village known for its fascinating historic buildings and charming character. Its photogenic castle stands proudly on the peak of a hill and is a remarkable sight from the streets below.
We continue to Cordes. This quaint fortified town was built in 1222, and is now a very popular tourist spot with an array of delightful shops and welcoming bars.
This evening join your travelling companions for a farewell dinner.
DAY 6 Toulouse to UK Today we’ll transfer to the airport for our return flight to the UK.
Please note: We want you to get the most from your holiday with us please be advised this tour requires a good degree of physical fitness and is not suitable for anyone with limited mobility.
Grand Hotel d’Orleans, restaurant DEPARTURE DATES
For all dates, prices and regional fl ight options, see latest price guide. Holiday ref: SEFAC
2017 Heathrow 5 May 16 Jun 15 Sep 6 Oct
Flights with British Airways or similar scheduled airline. Transfer time is approx. 1 hour 30 mins. Flight timings and hotels are subject to change and will be confi rmed in your fi nal documents.
Please have passport details ready when booking 29 Toulouse Latrec museum and gardens, Albi YOUR HOTEL
Grand Hotel d’Orleans ★★★ in Albi A delightful family-run hotel
located close to Albi’s old quarter and cathedral. Facilities include an outdoor pool (typically open May-Sept), lounge, bar and restaurant. Bedrooms have private facilities, TV and hairdryer.
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