Complete Private Tour City and Castle of Carcassonne
At a glance
Complete Private Tour City and Castle of Carcassonne is a 2h 30m – 3h private experience in Carcassonne, France, operated by Carcassonnetours. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $158.72 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Paying entrance to the count's castle.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m – 3h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The private guided tour of Carcassonne is an opportunity to discover the history of the largest medieval fortress in Europe. Discover its main monuments with the inclusion of entry into the Count's castle and its museum. Discover the route on the walls and Saint-Nazaire cathedral, one of the most beautiful in the south of France.
What's included
What's included
- Paying entrance to the count's castle
Itinerary
-
Stop 1 · 1h
Our qualified lecturer guide will meet you at the main entrance of the medieval city to accompany you for 3 hours to discover all the emblematic places of this extraordinary monument.
-
Stop 2 · 1h 30m
Enter the fortress in the heart of the fortress, the count's castle opens its doors to you and our guide will immerse you in the history of the Trencavel family at the origin of the construction of this castle.
-
Stop 3 · 30m
This old cathedral is the most precious jewel of the medieval city. The Gothic choir is adorned with incredible stained glass windows that our guide will be able to highlight for you.
Meeting point
Place du Prado, in front of the sculpture of Dame Carcas.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Complete Private Tour City and Castle of Carcassonne take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m – 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $158.72 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Paying entrance to the count's castle.
Where does it start?
Place du Prado, in front of the sculpture of Dame Carcas.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, French.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Carcassonne.
