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Explore Jewels of Southwest France for 11 days with Blue-Roads Touring and discover unforgettable experiences - Photo 2

Parels van Zuidwest-Frankrijk

Country:

Frankrijk

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

231575

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  • Operator:

    Blue-Roads Touring

  • Length:

    11 days

  • Group size:

    18 pax

  • Age:

    18 to 80

  • Difficulty:

    Difficulty levels:
    • Ontspannend
    • Gemakkelijk
    • Gemiddeld
    • Serieus
    • Bloedstollend
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Sluit je ogen en stel je het rimpelen van de wijnranken voor die wiegen in de warme bries van Bordeaux. Het bevredigende gekraak van verse Atlantische oesters die worden gepeld in de baai van Arachon. Het getik van voetstappen die langzaam over de kasseien van het oude Carcassonne meanderen. De honingzoete geur van verse aardbeien uit de Périgord op de markt van Sarlat. Dit zijn slechts enkele van de momenten die je kunt beleven in Zuidwest-Frankrijk - en we kunnen niet wachten tot je ze samen met ons beleeft tijdens deze intieme rondreis.

Tour program

Dag 1

Bordeaux (Frankrijk)

Where better to begin our journey of Southwest France than beautiful Bordeaux? After meeting the group, we’ll clink glasses over a delicious welcome meal. Bon appétit!

Meals:
- Dinner
This morning we'll move on to Atlantic Ocean-fringed Arcachon Bay, where we'll get our first taste of coastal cuisine with fresh oysters and a glass of local wine from one of the port's traditional cabins. We'll then stop to see the Great Dune of Pilat – Europe's highest sand dune, with panoramic views over the bay. This afternoon, we’ll round off our day in the glamorous seaside town of Biarritz – where we’ll have the evening free to wander the waterfront promenade and sample more local delicacies at our leisure.

Meals:
- Breakfast
Today we’ve a full day taking in the beauty of the French Basque Country. First, we’ll indulge our cultural sides in Bayonne – an art and history hub just a short drive away from Biarritz. Here, we’ll discover a local family business going back three generations at the Bayonne Ham Museum – where we’ll indulge in a ham tasting before returning to the hotel for an afternoon of leisure time.

Meals:
- Breakfast
Today we’ll turn to the east – and on to beautiful Pau. We’ll then travel through the Midi-Pyrénées region (along roads made famous by the Tour de France), pausing en route at the spiritual town of Lourdes. Whilst here, we’ll have the opportunity to see the Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes and the Massabielle Grotto – a significantly holy site within the Christian faith. In keeping with the spirit of our surroundings, we’ll check into our atmospheric accommodation before enjoying this evening’s included dinner.

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Following the trail of knights, we’ll continue our own crusade through the Midi-Pyrénées and past picture-perfect bastides. Along the way, we’ll visit a local winery and enjoy a glass of the region’s speciality – a sparkling Blanquette. Our final stop of the day will be medieval Carcassonne, where we’ll have the evening to spend at our leisure.

Meals:
- Breakfast
Today you’ll be free to discover Carcassonne’s chivalric secrets at your own pace. From the alleys, passageways and 52 towers of the UNESCO-listed medieval citadel (which dates back two millennia) to the Château Comtal and its ramparts, there’s plenty to keep you occupied. Later this evening, we’ll come together for an included dinner at a local restaurant – swapping stories and photographs of the day’s discoveries.

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Today we’ll leave the stronghold of Carcassonne behind and make tracks to the ‘red city’ of Albi. Here, we’ll enjoy a leisurely walking tour around the town – taking in the magnificent Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile as we go. Enjoy some free time for lunch before we venture onwards to our hotel for the night that’s tucked away in a nearby medieval village typical to the Albi region. Tonight, we’ll savour a sumptuous meal together. 

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
After breakfast at our hotel, we’ll have a little free time to wander the village’s charming streets. Then, it’s onwards to one of the most beautiful towns in the Dordogne: Sarlat-la-Canéda. En route, we'll stop off in several idyllic French villages to stretch our legs and admire the scenery.

Meals:
- Breakfast
On the itinerary this morning: a stroll through stunning Sarlat-la-Canéda with our Tour Leader, including a visit to the town’s traditional market. We’ll follow this up with a delightful visit to the riverside town of Beynac-et-Cazenac. We’ll enjoy some free time to explore the town’s magnificently well-preserved medieval château – which has kept watch over the Dordogne from its hilltop position for nine centuries. Afterwards, we’ll return to Sarlat-la-Canéda for an evening spent at our leisure – perhaps exploring the picturesque alleyways or dining at one of the charming local restaurants in town. 

Meals:
- Breakfast
Today our travels through the Dordogne will lead us to the prehistoric paintings of the UNESCO-protected Lascaux Cave – which was discovered when it was happened upon by a group of teenagers back in 1940. We’ll admire the replica Lascaux Cave II before making a stop at the pretty village of Les Eyzies. Then, we’ll follow the ‘Royal Road’, winding between craggy rocks and flowing rivers until we get to a local truffle farm. Local guides will give us an exclusive lesson in seeking out the rare delicacies and we’ll have a chance to savour some delicious truffle products during a tasting session. Tonight, we’ll come together in Sarlat-la-Canéda and savour a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
We’ll spend the final day of our tour in historic Saint-Émilion, a village perched above beautiful rolling countryside and countless vineyards. Here, we’ll have the chance to sample some of the region’s ‘heavy reds’ and say a final santé. We’ll then return to Bordeaux, where we’ll say our goodbyes.

Meals:
- Breakfast

Tour Details

accommodation

10 nachten in zorgvuldig geselecteerde accommodatie

Luxe minibus

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Andere activiteiten en diensten zijn niet inbegrepen

Vluchten zijn niet inbegrepen

Proef de verleidelijke smaken van verse oesters uit de baai van Arcachon, ham uit Bayonne, Blanquette de Limoux-wijn en wereldberoemde rode Bordeaux-wijnen

Bewonder de beroemde prehistorische schilderingen van de door UNESCO beschermde grot van Lascaux in Lascaux II

Bezoek de op de UNESCO-lijst opgenomen middeleeuwse citadel van Carcassonne

Andere activiteiten en diensten zijn niet inbegrepen

10 ontbijten

5 diners

- Ervaren reisleider en chauffeur

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Currency

€

Euro

Frankrijk

Customer reviews

Operator

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