Carcassonne & Black Mountain Wines
Cathar history, views, and local wines
Description du service
Your morning is dedicated to the UNESCO-listed citadel of Carcassonne. During a private two-hour walking tour, you will explore the fortified city’s extraordinary layers of history, from its Roman origins to its medieval golden age and modern restoration. The visit weaves together Cathar history, medieval daily life, strategic military architecture, and the often-overlooked impact of the World Wars, all while enjoying panoramic views over the lower town (bastide) and discovering key sites such as the ramparts and the Counts’ Castle from the outside. After the guided tour, you will have free time to wander the cobbled streets at your own pace. Depending on your interests, this may include visiting the School Museum, entering the Counts’ Castle and ramparts, or simply enjoying the atmosphere of the citadel. Your guide will be on hand to assist with organization and recommendations. Free time is also left for lunch before leaving Carcassonne. In the afternoon, the journey continues into the hills of the Black Mountain, a landscape once ridden by knights and long used as a refuge during turbulent historical periods. In a small local village, you will enjoy a guided walk followed by a meeting with a local winemaker, who will introduce you to the character of the area through a wine tasting. Included: – Services of a registered local guide for the full day – Private guided walking tour of the Carcassonne citadel – Village walk and wine tasting with a local winemaker Not included: – Cancellation insurance (guests are advised to be covered by their personal travel insurance) – Personal expenses and extras not mentioned above – Tips Cost (all taxes included): – Guiding services: €550 for up to 4 passengers Add €15 per person from 5 passengers Need a ride? – Driver services from your hotel in Toulouse for the whole day: €650 for a van up to 6 passengers (quotes for other vehicles up to tourism coaches on request)
Politique d'annulation
1 – Rates All prices are quoted mention TVA rates applying. ●A 100% surcharge applies for services provided on May 1st (on walking tours and tour leading services). 2 – Booking and Order Confirmation By confirming or validating a service order, the client fully accepts these General Terms and Conditions of Sale. The client acknowledges having read and understood them. These terms are provided with your quote, order confirmation, and invoice. Bookings require the following deposits: ●Private tours: 20% 3 – Payment and Late Fees Deposits can be paid via: ●Bank transfer (please reference your invoice number) ●Credit card For non-EU bank transfers, a €20 banking fee applies. The balance must be paid no later than the day of the service in cash. For payments by bank transfer, credit card, or cheque, the balance must be settled at least 15 days prior to the service. Late payments incur the following fees: a fixed indemnity of €40 (Article D441-5, French Commercial Code), plus interest calculated at the ECB base rate plus 14% per year on the total service amount. These fees are automatically owed to Carte Blanche Tours and do not require prior notice or formal demand. Carte Blanche Tours also reserves the right, in case of non-compliance with these conditions, to suspend or cancel the services ordered or to delay the execution of its obligations. 4 – Changes and Cancellations To modify or cancel a service, please contact carteblanchetours@gmail.com as soon as possible. The effective date is the date we receive written notification. Unless otherwise stated in writing by us, the following conditions apply: 4.2 – Private Tours Any change request must be communicated at least 48 hours before the service, and will be approved based on guide availability. Cancellations fees: ●91 days or more before the service: full refund ●90 to 61 days before the service: 20% 60 to 31 days before the service: 50% cancellation fee ●30 to 15 days before the service: 75% cancellation fee ●Less than 15 days before the service: 100% cancellation fee 5 – Overtime Any additional hour not included in the order will be charged at €60 per hour (excluding TVA) and is payable at the end of the service. 6 – Punctuality Both parties agree to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled start. Delays or last-minute changes must be communicated promptly. Guides are not responsible for any reduction in service time due to client delay, and no discount will be offered.
Coordonnées
+33613608513
carteblanchetours@gmail.com
Belot, 82400 Saint-Paul-d'Espis, France