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Languedoc-Roussillon By Rail

Languedoc-Roussillon by Rail explores southern France at a relaxed pace, from the medieval streets of Carcassonne to the dramatic Millau Viaduct and the village of Saint-Guilhem. Travelling by train allows time to appreciate the region’s history, landscapes and distinctive local character.

This southern French region brings together Roman remains, medieval towns, rustic food and wine, and striking modern design. Travelling by Eurostar and TGV, we base ourselves in Montpellier, a lively university city well placed for exploring the area’s variety.

Alongside the great citadel of Carcassonne and the Millau Viaduct, visits include Narbonne, Pezenas, Sete, Aigues-Mortes and the Camargue, giving a broad view of the region’s history, landscape and character.

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At A Glance

  • The Travel Editions Experience
    Our tours are thoughtfully crafted and meticulously planned, with every destination, hotel, excursion and stop along the way having been selected to form a truly memorable experience.
  • Meals Included
    All breakfasts, one lunch and one dinner.
  • Handpicked Accommodation
    Six nights accommodation in a standard room at the four-star Oceania Montpellier Hotel based on shared occupancy of twin room.
  • Discover the Authentic Languedoc Roussillon
    Explore the breath-taking citadel of Carcassonne, alongside characterful seaside towns, the architectural wonder of the Millau Viaduct, the old world atmosphere of Saint-Guilhem, and the southern charm of the university city of Montpellier.
  • Your Tour Manager
    Tour manager throughout.
  • Transport & Tours
    Full coach touring as detailed in the itinerary conducted by tour manager. 
  • Travel from the UK
    Return Eurostar/TGV from St Pancras to Montpellier via Paris.
itinerary & excursions

Your Itinerary

Explore this incredible tour in detail and discover what makes each day so special. Below, you’ll find a full day-by-day breakdown of your journey, from the moment you arrive to your final farewell. Learn more about the highlights you’ll experience, the unforgettable places you’ll visit, and the unique moments that bring each destination to life. Whether you’re drawn by rich history, stunning landscapes or unforgettable cultural encounters, this itinerary gives you everything you need to picture your adventure and look forward to every step of the way.

Day 1: Journey by Rail to Montpellier

On arrival, transfer by coach to the hotel. Welcome drink at the hotel. 

Day 2: Montpellier, Pézenas and Seaside Sète

Capital of the Languedoc region, Montpellier is a dynamic, lively city, renowned for its cultural life and many students who matriculate at its 13th-century university. Pézenas is a charming little market town, full of lovely old mansions and quaint courtyards – perfect for an afternoon stroll. Sète is France’s largest fishing port and a lively seaside resort. With a strong cultural identity of its own, which includes a fine cuisine, eating in a restaurant along the royal canal is a must.

We will have the chance to visit a local vineyard with a wine tasting accompanied by charcuterie and cheese. This evening we will have a welcome dinner at a local restaurant before returning to Montpellier. 

Day 3: The Walled Cité of Carcassonne and Narbonne

The Cité de Carcassonne is a dramatic sight, a walled fortress crowned with fairy tale turrets perched above the River Aude. The walled city, some parts of which date back to the 5th century was extensively restored in 1853.

A major city during Roman times Narbonne’s delightful, restored, medieval centre is where you’ll find the majority of its sites. These include the impressive 13th century Cathédrale Saint-Just et Saint-Pasteur and the Archbishop’s Palace.

Please note: At Carcassonne and Aigues-Mortes, the city wall walks are demanding due to steps up and down

Day 4: A Free Day in Montpellier

Our hotel is located just off the main square, Place de la Comédie, which leads into the atmospheric historic centre. This area is filled with lovely squares, grand 17th and 18th century mansions and plenty of restaurants.

You are also just a short walk from Montpellier’s cathedral, the Sun King’s triumphal arch and the Promenade Peyrou. A visit to the Musée Fabre, said to be the best gallery in southern France is a must.

Day 5: Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, Olive Oil Tasting and Millau Viaduct

Sitting pretty in a ravine off the Hérault River, Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert is a breath-taking village of old honey-coloured, tiled houses gathered around the 12th-century Abbaye de Gelone.

We will visit a local olive oil mill with a tasting of olive, olive oil and tapenade before having an included lunch at a local restaurant.

This afternoon visit the outstanding Millau Viaduct. Hailed as an engineering masterpiece of the 21st century, the Lord Norman Foster designed Millau Viaduct stretches 1.5 miles over the Tarn River valley, a ‘sculpture in the landscape’.

Please note: The best viewpoint of the Millau viaduct is on a fairly steep slope.

Day 6: Roman Nîmes, Aigues-Mortes and Camargue Wildlife

Nîmes is home to some of Europe’s most extensive Roman ruins, including a 1st century Roman arena.

The wonderfully preserved walled city of Aigues-Mortes (Place of Dead Waters) is approached across the salt marshes of the Petit Camargue. It was from here, before the city became marooned three miles from the sea, that Louis IX twice departed for the Crusades.

An area of outstanding natural beauty, the Camargue is a nature-lover’s paradise, famed for its flamingos and white horses. We will have the chance to have a short boat cruise while visiting the Camargue. 

Day 7: Homeward Rail Journey via Lille

At Lille, board the return Eurostar service to St Pancras.

our guests say

Recent reviews

“A well-organised tour with many fascinating historic sites. The welcome dinner on the second evening was a lovely way to meet fellow travellers. Although the Camargue experience was brief, the overall trip was varied, interesting, and very well led.” 
Mrs N, October 2025

“The trip was enjoyable and well organised. Montpellier was a great place to be based and all the visits were really interesting despite the fact that some of the tourist destinations seemed to find it difficult to accommodate the coach. Also I feel the trip packed in an awful lot for a six nights: I feel that some of the days could be a bit more relaxed and perhaps allow more time in one destination rather than rushing between two places. Serge was a fantastic guide full of insights and tales which he delivered with wit and charm. The hotel was equally full of Gallic idiosyncrasies and charm. Overall a wonderful and memorable trip.”
Sutcliffe, September 2024

“This holiday was well-planned so that we had plenty of time to do what we wanted as well as having the services of our Guide Serge and the facilities of organised tours. Our guide Serge was excellent, one of the best we have ever had. His extensive knowledge , his sense of humour and the care he took with every member of the group was phenomenal. He always managed to get us maps and made sure we knew where to meet and the times of the departures. The hotel was an excellent choice for its facilities and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. We used the Baggage Man to take our luggage and were very impressed with the service. Thank you . We have told loads of people about your tours.”
Baker, September 2024

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Tour Accommodation

Oceania Montpellier Hotel
Fully renovated in 2016 the traditional four-star Oceania Hotel is located in the centre of Montpellier, dating from 1898, is just a five minutes’ walk from the main square. Hotel facilities include a bar, restaurant, garden and swimming pool. Rooms have air-conditioning, private bathroom, safe and television.

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Mobility Information

This tour has a moderate fitness rating, reflecting a fuller itinerary with a good balance of visits, walking and time spent exploring on foot.
 
Some visits may involve cobbled streets, uneven paving, slopes, steps, stairs, limited seating, or walking from the coach drop-off point to the entrance of a site or attraction. The exact demands will vary from day to day, and we highlight specific practical details within the itinerary wherever possible.
 
You should feel comfortable walking at a steady group pace, standing during visits and enjoying a full day of sightseeing. If you are unsure whether this tour is right for you, please contact us before booking.

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If you have a question, we are more than happy to answer it via email or phone, but you may find your answer below more quickly.

Simply complete our online booking form or give us a call on 020 7251 0045 between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday where you can speak to a real person. A 20% deposit per person is required at the time of booking, to book your place. Payments by debit card or credit card incur no charge. 

You must pay for the balance of your holiday at least 12 weeks before departure. Please note: no reminder for balance payments is sent to you and are not receipted unless requested. If you book your holiday within 12 weeks of departure, full payment is required at time of booking. Please note that some tours may require final payment to be paid earlier than 12 weeks, due to financial commitment with suppliers. The exact date will be notified to you at the time of booking. Final joining instructions and documentation will be dispatched approximately 10 days before travel.

In almost all cases, the price includes your accommodation, meals as described in the itinerary, all excursions shown in the programme, and travel arrangements from the UK. Excursions are taken by private coach exclusively for Travel Editions guests. If anything is ever excluded from the price, it will be clearly marked as optional and payable locally, you won’t find any hidden extras on your final bill. Travel Editions operates a firm no-surcharge policy, so the price you are quoted is the price you pay.

The specifics vary by tour and are set out in your individual itinerary, but most of our tours depart from London, either by Eurostar from St Pancras International or by air. For rail tours, we advise allowing at least one hour before the Eurostar departure when planning your journey to London. For flights, all costs are based on economy class unless otherwise stated, and all times shown are local time. For tours in the UK, these often start at the hotel in question.

Flight upgrades and connections from regional airports are available on request and subject to availability, contact us on 020 7251 0045 or at tours@traveleditions.co.uk for details. We strongly recommend not booking non-refundable connecting travel until you have received your final joining instructions, which are sent around 10 days before departure and confirm all timings and meeting points.

Yes, and you’re very welcome. Single room supplements apply on most tours, reflecting the fact that single and double rooms are generally priced similarly by hotels. If you would prefer to share with another solo traveller of the same gender, we are happy to arrange this, simply let us know at the time of booking. Sharing is subject to another traveller in the same situation being booked on the same tour.

Each tour is accompanied by a dedicated tour manager, who in most cases will travel out from the UK with the group. On some tours, the tour manager will meet you at your destination station or airport, with full details being confirmed in your joining instructions 10 days before travel. Many of our tours are also led by expert lecturers or specialist guides whose knowledge brings each destination to life; details of who will be accompanying your particular tour are included in the individual tour pages and itineraries.

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