Top Carcassonne Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

The walled city of Carcassonne in Languedoc is world renowned as a spectacular fortified medieval city. The city fortress was consecrated in 1997 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a 2-hour private walking tour, personalized to your own schedule and rhythm, visiting the sights you would like. Explore medieval architecture and discover the rich culture that has inspired poets and writers, including William Faulkner. The city is divided into 2 parts; the town and the famous Cité de Carcassonne. Typically we pay more attention to the Cité, but if you would like to visit the town the tour can be customized to suit. Discover the exterior of the castle and ramparts at the heart of the medieval city; explore the Cathedral and the Basilica of Saint Nazaire (no entrance); and admire la porte Narbonnaise, which was the principal entrance to the Cité. A dream like destination with a romantic ambience, the tour is tailor-made to enchant you.

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

The UNESCO-listed medieval citadel of Carcassonne was occupied by the Nazis during WWII, with its citizens forced to live under a Vichy government. With this private walking tour, journey back to WWII France and learn about life in Carcassonne from 1939 to 1945; hear about the resistance, rationing, and the ‘Free Zone’ as you explore WWII-era sites and memorials; and see an archive of black and white photos from the period.

Discover Carcassonne at your own pace, without the constraints of a guided tour, using this great app that’s part tour, part escape game, and part treasure hunt—once downloaded, it works offline, saving you roaming charges. Follow clues and solve puzzles to reach your next location. Pass by spots like Chapelle Notre Dame de la Santé, built as a plague hospital, and the Museum of the Inquisition, learning as you go.

Combine nature, culture, and wine into one day on this fun excursion. Alongside a private guide, visit the Lastours Castle, the medieval village of Minerve, and the Canal du Midi to learn about the area’s rich history. You also make a stop at a small vineyard to discover the local winemaking culture and sample a few wines.

This is the perfect tour for wine lovers. You will learn more their production and have a fun day in the middle of the vyniards! You are safe with your private guide and driver... Easy walks

Discover small, medieval villages at the base of the Pyrenees in southwestern France on this full-day tour from Carcassonne. Alongside a private guide, explore the 10th-century village of Mirepoix before heading to Montsegur, which was the last stronghold of the Cathars during the Crusades. Finally, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Camon, one of the most beautiful villages in France.

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!

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 ...

Discover the medieval history of France as you explore two abbeys in the south. With a private guide, head to the village of Lagrasse, which sits at the base of the Pyrenees, and enjoy a walk through the village. See the abbey, walk along the narrow streets, and admire its beautiful bridges. Then, visit the Fontfroide Abbey, founded in 1093 by Benedictine monks, where you take an audio tour of the property.

The medieval citadel of Carcassonne is one of France’s most visited UNESCO World Heritage sites, affording magnificent views from its hilltop ramparts. This private tour provides the perfect introduction to the vast ruins, including the Château Comtal (admission not included), the Romanesque St-Nazaire and St-Celse Basilica, and a walk around the ramparts.

The medieval citadel of Carcassonne is a remarkable example of a French fortified city and preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage site. On this private walking tour, benefit from the undivided attention of your guide, as you visit the Cathedral, the Porte Narbonnais, and the Basilica of Saint-Nazaire; and admire the views of the Château of the Counts of Carcassonne.

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

This is the perfect tour for wine lovers. You will learn more their production and have a fun day in the middle of the vyniards! You are safe with your private guide and driver...The walks are easy, and the places are beautiful.

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.

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. Accessible to any person with a good physical condition able to hike. I can lend 4 walking sticks.

This tour is the Perfect combination between city break and nature! Enjoy the fervent covered market in Narbonne and the peace and quiet of Gruissan and Lagrasse. Easy walks.

This is a perfect tour for the heritage and medival age lovers! Albi is a small and quiet town, and Cordes sur Ciel is a small village. Although the walk is easy in alby, it is steep in Cordes sur Ciel, but no worries, if there is some difficulties from a few travelers to walk, I can drive them to the top of the hill, and it will be just a little bit to walk up to the center of the medieval town.

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. Accessible to any person with a good physical condition able to hike. I can lend 4 walking sticks.

It is the Perfect tour for nature and heritage lovers… there is some breathtaking landscape and I will tell you more about the Cathars…You wil also discover the biggest fortified city of Europe. This tour require a good physical condition, and good walking shoes. Accessible to any person with a good physical condition able to hike. I can lend 4 walking sticks.

3 unique and breathtaking sites in the Cathar country, the Canal du Midi is an ingenious system, the Cité de Carcassonne is impressive by its size and the Lastours castles are a deep breath into nature.

The Cité de Carcassonne is a "must see" when traveling in France. this is a miedieval beauty and the biggest fortified City in Europe. You will be amazed by its old stones and its history. And this is also the perfect tour for wine lovers. You will learn more their production and have a fun day in the middle of the vyniards! You are safe with your private guide and driver...

In this private tour, we will pick you up from your hotel or place of choice. This is a stress free experience and your driver/guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby to start this private tour in a private luxury vehicle. Here is a suggested itinerary of what you will visit in Carcassonne for this private tour: La Cité de Carcassonne Château Comtal and Ramparts Basilique of Saints Nazarius and Celsus The Lower city of Carcassonne The Carcassonne Cathedral Lac de la Cavayère View of Musée des Beaux - Arts Châteaux de Lastours View of Canal du Midi Optional visit to the school museum. This is a museum that shows how school was in France in the early 1900s. View of the inquisition museum Caunes-Minervois Your driver/guide will be at your disposition throughout the 4 hour tour and you will get to know everything that Carcassonne has to offer. Although it is a small city, the history and stories it holds is worth while enjoying.