Highlights

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This private escorted tour explores the Cathar sect, their life and times and final persecution at the hands of the Inquisition. This pious and peaceful movement had many followers in the Languedoc but were deemed a threat to the established church – and to the French throne - and so were hounded mercilessly by Simon de Montfort and the Albigensian crusade into seeking refuge in some of the most dramatic and spectacular chateaux in the South of France.

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Our tour traces the flight of these dissidents with visits of countless medieval castles and fortresses; excursions through the Minervois vineyards with wine tastings at Limoux; visits of villages classed among France's "Most beautiful villages" such as visits to Minerve, and guided tours with English explanations as to the religious and historical importance of Catharisme.

How it Works:

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This private escorted tour is for parties of 2 to 6 people that you get together of friends or family. Fix your dates for any time of the year and we'll take care of the rest :

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Travel in a luxury minivan with an experienced, English-speaking driver/guide with accommodation of carefully selected boutique hotels, exceptional guesthouses and chateaux.

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Optional: Should you wish to combine elements of other escorted tours or wine tours with this selection, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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