Explore Elegant Wine Estate from Montpellier (shared)

Summary Description

A unique tour to discover the "Folies" Châteaux that surround Montpellier. Most were built in the 18th and 19th centuries and were intended to be purely decorative and serve as a symbol of wealth and extravagance. Taste local red & whites.

Highlights
  • Admire the ornamental or whimsical Châteaux
  • Visit & Wine tasting in 2 Languedoc wineries
  • Taste local red & white Languedoc wines
Description

Meet your English speaking local guide

The Languedoc region, located in southern France, is renowned for its stunning "Follies" châteaux and world-class wines. If you're in Montpellier and want to experience the best of what Languedoc has to offer, a half-day tour of the region's "Folies" and wineries is a must.

Program & Itinerary :   - Pick up in a centrally located meeting point in Montpellier - 1st Visit & Wine tasting at a Châteaux - 2nd Visit & Wine tasting at a Châteaux - Return to Montpellier

Pick up in centrally located meeting point in Montpellier

In the afternoon, we will come and pick you up at a dedicated meeting point in Montpellier. Meet your guide who will go over the itinerary and program of the tour with you. Begin with a comfortable ride in a premium vehicle from Montpellier to the heart of the Languedoc wine region, where you'll visit some of the region's most picturesque châteaux. Folies Chateaux are a group of ornamental or whimsical chateaux built in the 18th and 19th centuries and were intended to be purely decorative and serve as a symbol of wealth and extravagance. Today, most of them have also become wineries.

Your tour this afternoon will include a visit of 2 beautiful châteaux producing wines around Montpellier. You will get to know their story and taste their excellent range of wines. During the tour, you'll also have the opportunity to take in the breathtaking scenery of the Languedoc region, with its rolling hills and picturesque vineyards. Your knowledgeable guide will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the region's history, culture, and wine industry.

At the end of the tour, you'll be driven back to Montpellier, with memories of a truly unforgettable day exploring the best of Languedoc's châteaux and wines.

Included / Excluded
  • Pick up and drop off in Montpellier
  • Visit and wine tasting in 2 Chateau Wineries
  • English speaking driver or driver/guide
  • Premium A/C vehicle
  • Tasting fees are included
  • Personal insurance and expenses
  • Gratuities for the guide
  • Meals and drinks
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Montpellier, France

End Location: Montpellier, France

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Prices are per person
  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
  • Winery visit is not private
Know Before You Go
  • English speaking driver or driver/guide
  • Curency is in Euros
  • Good walking shoes are recommended
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Options and Pricing

PRICE IS PER PERSON NOT PER GROUP

Per person price RETAIL PRICE
Adult (18 - 99 years) €83.00
Terms and Conditions

Ophorus requires full payment to guarantee your booking. In case of registration one month or less before shore excursion date, payment is expected immediately. We accept payment by credit cards (Visa, Master card, American Express), There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments but booking process does incur a booking fee. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund:  Up to 48 hours prior to departure (Paris Time Zone) > no cancellation fees except the booking fees  48 hours prior to departure and less > no refund 

Additional Information

<div>In case minimum numbers are not reached we will reschedule or refund your tour<br>Tours onlt operates on Tuesday &amp; Thursday afternoons</div><div><br></div>

About operator:

Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France. 

Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world. 

Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...

Basic Information
  • Duration: 3.5 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Moderate
  • Max Group Size: 8
  • Category: Day Trips & Excursions
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