5-days self-driven tour in the Tarn region to discover all the facets! Nature, culture and relaxation are on the program, while staying in a hotel in Albi city center. This self-drive tour promises you great experiences at your own pace!
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5 days
From : €540*
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5 days of nature, culture and relaxation in and around Albi. 5 days during which you will enjoy the vineyards, gorges, forests but also discover the typical villages of the Tarn; A trip at your own pace!
Day 1: Arrival in Albi.
Day 2: Hiking and villages
Day 3: Cordes sur Ciel and Canoeing
Day 4: Wine and Chateau
Day 5: Departure
Discover the magnificent city of Albi, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your stroll will begin on the old streets of Albi to discover the half-timbered houses, the courtyards of private mansions, the cloister of St. Salvy abbey, then continue with the visit of the St. Cecile,cathedral, where you will marvel at the richness of its decor.
In the early afternoon, visit the Toulouse Lautrec Museum in the heart of the Palais de la Berbie, former episcopal palace. Completely renovated, the site presents the double interest of the painter's collections, the former bishops' apartments and beautiful views over the Tarn river.
Night in a 4* hotel in the city center of Albi.
In the morning, hike in the forest with beautiful views and panorama from Puycelsi. (About 12km - medium difficulty - other proposals are possible)
In the afternoon, discover the emblematic bastides (traditional villages) of the Albigensian Country by visiting Puycelsi, Castelnau de Montmirail and Castelnau de Lévis.
Night in a 4* hotel in the city center of Albi.
Visit the village of Cordes sur ciel, a medieval bastide with many houses from the Middle Ages (if you don't want to go up on foot, a small train goes back and forth about every quarter of an hour).
Departure along the valley and the gorges of the Aveyron to Najac, a fortified village surmounted by its royal castle. From the village, you will enjoy a canoe trip (about 2 hours) with stairs, slide or slalom (depending on the season).
Overnight in a 4* hotel in Albi city center
In the morning, leave for the Gaillac region to discover the vineyards. Visit a splendid wine estate and its French-style park, the vineyards and wine tasting.
In the afternoon, discover the Mauriac castle, a historical monument built in the 13th century during a visit rich in History, Heritage and Painting. Visit its magnificent gardens overlooking the vineyards.
Overnight in a 4* hotel in Albi city center
Departure after breakfast.
Spend your last hours in Albi to go to the covered market and buy some local specialties.
Each Travel Idea is customizable according to your wishes