Rennes Le Chateau & Montsegur trip from Toulouse private
Highlights
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Visit the Château de Montségur
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A day trip to around Toulouse
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Discover the history of Rennes le Chateau
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Local Tour Guide / Driver
Summary
A Day Trip to Intriguing Destinations Around Toulouse. Visit the Castle of Montségur where the last stand of the Cathars took place. Visit the village of Rennes le Château famous for its Marie Madeleine Church & Domain of Abbé Saunières.
Tour info
Duration
8 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
Meet your English speaking local guide
This morning, we will come and pick you up at your centrally located hotel in Toulouse. Meet your English speaking driver who will go over the itinerary and program of the day. Then board your premium air conditioned minivan and depart for the foot hills of the Pyrénées mountain range.
This is where the small village of Rennes le Chateau and the Cathar castle of Montségur are located. Don’t forget to wear good walking shoes as the climb to the castle is made on rocky, uneven grounds.
This is where the small village of Rennes le Chateau and the Cathar castle of Montségur are located. Don’t forget to wear good walking shoes as the climb to the castle is made on rocky, uneven grounds.
Program & Itinerary :
- 8h45AM : Meet your Guide at your Accommodation in Toulouse
- Make your way to Rennes le Châteaux
- Visit Sainte Mary Magdalene's Church
- Enjoy some free time for personal discovery in Rennes le Château
- Continue your way to Montsegur
- Climb up to Montsegur Castle or visit the tiny village
- 5PM : Drop off at your accommodation in Toulouse
What’s included?
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Pick up and drop off in Toulouse -
Reservation for 2 wine tasting sessions in Gaillac -
English speaking driver or driver/guide -
Premium A/C vehicle -
Entrance to Montsegur (if you wish to climb the mountain)
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Entrance to Domaine of Abbey Sauniere in Rennes le Château
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Personal insurance and expenses
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Gratuities for the guide
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Meals and drinks
Things to know
Before you book
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Prices are per group from 2 to 8 persons
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Tour is not wheelchair accessible
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Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
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Entrance fees can be paid directly on site
Before you go
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English speaking driver or driver/guide
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Curency is in Euros
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Good walking shoes are recommended
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Tour available all year round (except May 1st, Dec 25th and Jan 1st)
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8 hour tour to Rennes le Chateau and Montsegur
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 72 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 72 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
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...
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...
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