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France
THE SOUTH OF FRANCE BY TRAIN
SÈTE
7 days from
CARCASSONNE
£799
HALF BOARD in resort ALL EXCURSIONS included
MONTPELLIER
The South of France by train
Cross the incredible Millau Viaduct, 900ft up!
Highlights include
Millau Viaduct & Languedoc National Park Montpellier & Sète Minerve & Carcassonne Nîmes, Arles & Camargue
Travel by high-speed Eurostar and French TGV rail services to the lovely Languedoc-Roussillon region in south-west France. Enjoy a memorable stay exploring the beautiful coastline, stunning scenery, historic towns and villages from your base near charming Montpellier. We return to the UK via the romantic city of Paris for an overnight stay a delightful finale to this great value holiday.
This area of France is simply packed with superb sights, with Roman remains, the incredible landscapes of the Camargue and Languedoc, historic towns such as Nîmes and Arles, and the astounding Millau Viaduct, a true modern wonder. Our programme of included excursions will show you the best of these fabulous attractions. DAY 1 - UK/Carnon Depart from London St. Pancras or Ebbsfleet on the Eurostar service to Lille (passengers in Leisure Select class will enjoy a meal and drinks served at their seat). Change to the TGV service to Montpellier. On arrival transfer to your hotel for a five night stay. DAYS 2 TO 5 - Carnon Free for you to relax or join our four included excursions by coach: Millau Viaduct & Languedoc National Park A full day tour featuring an unforgettable crossing over the Millau Viaduct. This incredible structure is the world's tallest road bridge, with a deck nearly 900 feet above the River Tarn. Continue to the spectacular Languedoc National Park, which is home to a wonderful collection of wildlife, birds and flowers. We also visit the picturesque village of Guilhelm-le-Desert. Montpellier & Sète - A full day excursion featuring a panoramic sightseeing tour around the charming city of Montpellier, where sights include the Place de la Comédie, the Arc de Triomphe, tree-lined promenades and historic buildings, before continuing to Sète on the Thau Lagoon, famous for its superb oyster beds. Minerve & Carcassonne - A full day of sightseeing opportunities we visit Minerve, a picturesque village above the confluence of the Rivers Briant and Cesse. The village is filled with historical relics, including the Saint-Etienne Church and the Candela, an octagonal tower which is all that remains of the village's castle. Continue to Carcassonne, where you can explore the superb citadel, whose huge ramparts and towers still watch over the city. Nîmes, Arles & Camargue - Enjoy a full day excursion, first visiting Nîmes. The city boasts impressive Roman remains, including the amphitheatre and a superbly preserved temple, the Maison Carrée. Continue to Arles on the River Rhône and the unique Camargue, famous for its lagoons, marshes and wildlife. DAY 6 - Paris Transfer to Montpellier to join the TGV service to Paris Gare de Lyon. Then transfer to your Paris hotel for an overnight stay on a bed and breakfast basis. DAY 7 - Paris/UK Morning free to explore Paris, go sightseeing or visit the superb shops. Mid-afternoon departure from Paris Gare du Nord for your return journey to the UK, arriving early evening at Ebbsfleet and London St Pancras.
Your holiday includes
Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager Return travel by Eurostar and French Railways in standard class (Leisure Select/1st class upgrades available) Transfers between station and hotel Six nights' accommodation (five nights half board, one night including breakfast)
Your hotels
You will stay in the comfortable Hotel Neptune in the Port de Plaisance area of Carnon. Amenities include the Trident Restaurant, a bar, lifts and swimming pool. All the comfortable bedrooms have private facilities, TV and telephone. Accommodation in Paris is at the three star Novotel Paris Vaugirard or similar.
Customer ratings
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HOLIDAY HOTEL NEPTUNE NOVOTEL PARIS VAUGIRARD 4.0 4.0 4.5
PRICES 2010
The South of France by train
St. Pancras Depart 1057 hrs Return arrival 1734 hrs HOLIDAY REF: PEFML Ebbsfleet Depart 1115 hrs Return arrival 1718 hrs
To Paris
From Lille
May 04 Jun 22 Sep 14 Oct 19
£799 £899 £899 £849
May 04 Jun 22 Sep 14 Oct 19
£799 £899 £899 £849
FRANCE
Nimes Arles Montpellier Camargue Carnon
Single room £160 For insurance information, please see page 115. All prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double-bedded room with private facilities
1ST CLASS UPGRADE (Leisure select on Eurostar) £145
To book call 0844 567 5504 or visit travelsphere.co.uk
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