Location: Montpellier
Top Things to do in Montpellier
10 Day Trips from in Montpellier That You Shouldn't Miss
Getting sick on vacation is a major drag, but if you have to be under the weather, Montpellier is an ideal place to do it. People have studied medicine here for centuries—the Moors established medical schools in the 9th century, and the Université Montpellier’s school of medicine was founded in 1220. Once the local docs give you a clean bill of health, explore the cathedral, mansions and opera house.
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1. Full Day Trip to Arles - Les Baux de Provence and Saint Remy de Provence from Montpelier
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In this full day tour, you will see the highlights of Arles the UNESCO World Heritage site due to its Roman monuments, including the Roman arena, a Roman theater, the Alyscamps, a huge Roman necropolis, Roman baths and the church of St. Trophime, before strolling in the footsteps of Van Gogh and the places which have inspired him art. Arles is a must-see. Then head up to les Baux de Provence and discover this medieval village on 245 meter high rocky spur to discover a breathtaking view. Finally, go to Saint Remy de Provence to visit the monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole (own expense) where Van Gogh used to live for one year. Visit the historical center and get a free walk in the old town.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By 670dylanh
Very friendly guide, good conversation and sights, lots of relevant history and info about the area.
2. Nature escape in Petite Camargue
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
To explore the Petite Camargue quietly, follow Isabelle in an authentic region where birds of ponds, bulls and horses live together peacefully. Come and discover the traditions of Camargue, listen to its History as well as the stories of its producers.
Inclusions: All activities, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Escape529455
“The medieval and rustic getaway in the Herault Valley “with Belle Tourisme was certainly a high point of our recent trip to France. Our guide, Isabelle, was interesting, accommodating, and made sure that we had a memorable day. She provided a good choice of activities from cave exploring, to meeting local artisans and visiting their workshops. We were enthralled with St. Guillem Le Desert, and especially our visit to the “Village d’antan” where we spoke extensively with a creator of exquisite santons. We never could have had this opportunity of meeting with locals without Isabelle’s introduction. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
3. Medieval and rustic getaway in the Herault Valley
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
For an immersion in the Herault Valley in all conviviality and with the comfort of a guide/driver, join Isabelle in this excursion to meet artisans, wonderful landscapes and natural and cultural sites classified as a UNESCO world heritage.
Inclusions: All activities, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Susan B
Isabelle is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide to this unique area.Her English is excellent and she translated the commentary on the boat trip and the visit to the bull ranch.Lunch in a local restaurant in Aigues Mortes was excellent and gave us the opportunity to eat local dishes. We saw wildlife and visited Saintes Maries de la Mere to see the church, bull statues and the sea. A wonderful day out with Isabelle who is great company
4. Full day small-group tour Vineyards and Villages from Montpellier
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Immerse yourself in a hilly landscape of vineyards and olive trees, enjoy the wines from three different wineries and discover the beautiful medieval village of Saint Guilhem-le-Desert (UNESCO Heritage)
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Driver/guide expert in wine, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By P6249ZPjamesf
We had a fantastic time on this tour. We visited two wineries, one large and one small, and tasted 10 different wines. Carine was fantastic and very friendly. She answered all our questions and filled us in on an array of local knowledge of the region and the wines. We will definitely look to do another one of the tours in the near future!
5. Excursion circus of Navacelles from Montpellier
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Discover one of the Great Sites of Herault: - In a small group with a child from the country - Conviviality and simplicity - breathtaking and unique landscapes
Inclusions: The accompaniment throughout the day, Visits to the program, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: The drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By Gordon766
David, the guide, was great. He is really flexible and allows you to stay as long as you want at any site. He is knowledgable and is great at sharing some of the mythology surrounding the construction of some of the sites you will see. The tour is varied - some beautiful old villages, a gorgeous lake, a little walking through some amazing rock formations to some viewpoints and a stunning old abbey. Make sure you wear shoes that are decent for some walking! And pack your picnic lunch to have by the lake. I was surprised that I was the only guest on the tour. So many of the region's guides won't do a tour for only one person, and David did not even raise the price! The tour is excellent value, and very enjoyable! Beware that the starting point is a little outside the centre of Montpellier, but it is an easy tram ride to get there.
6. Tailor made private tour from Montpellier
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
I organize tailor made private tour in a casual and relax way. As i grew up in Montpellier area i know very well the region and all the activities for group of friends or collegues. The idea is to organize for you a tour including the pick up and drop off from Montpellier, the visit of a winery in Pic St. loup, the wine tasting, the lunch in a private cosy place and an activity of 2 hours in the afternoon. - Pick up and drop off - The choice between the visit of a winery or a micro brewery - The lunch at my mother's guesthouse / wine included - The choice in the afternoon between (swimming pool, ping pong and pétanque or mountain bike tour, or horse riding, or electric long board trip or a hike to the top of the peak).
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages, Use of bicycle, Air-conditioned vehicle, wine tasting
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Santa S
Unfortunately i have to leave a bad review for this experience. First bad review i have ever written! Based on the great reviews on Tripadvisor , i have booked this experience as a part of my & husbands Wedding Anniversary South of France Road trip - as a highlight of the trip. Before i booked this , i have noticed that the same Person-Bertrand offers multiple tours in same day and some of them even clash .For example ours was at 5pm and supposed to be few hours ,but then there was another one @ 3pm for few hours and also more in the same day. Initially i assumed they will be hosted by different people. Even though all the reviews i saw ,mentioned just Bertrand. So i booked this and later on got a confirmation that this is available and it's booked. That was two weeks before the trip. So day before the actual tour ,i got a message from Bertrand saying that can we change it for the next day because of his "another job" ! I replied that unfortunately it wouldn't be possible because we are in Montpellier just for one night because we are on the road trip! He just said he can't because of the problem with another work. When i explained the situation to him again, he wouldn't respond anymore. I had a look on tripadvisor again(on Viator on also other websites) , and can see there are a lot of tours he offers on the same day ! I have asked this to him-does he just trying to maximise his chances of bookings and then just moving them all to one ?As it looked like that IS his another job .He didn't respond. I tried to call-no answer.I have cancelled just to make sure i get a refund. I do understand that things happen and i would normally accept this as just part of life situation. But seeing that this same person hosts multiple tours in the same time is just ridiculous! Also trying to change it on the day before when we had no chance to rebook it with someone else! And no proper communication or even apology of the cancellation. Maybe i'm the only one who experienced this, i don't know. So yeah ,thanks Bertrand for ruining most important part of our trip!
7. Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
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4.9 based on 14 reviews
Discover 2 Great Sites of the Hérault: - The Devil's Bridge, Saint Guilhem the Desert and its abbey - The circus of Mourèze and Lake Salagou Visit with a local guide who grew up in the area.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, The accompaniment throughout the day, Visits to the program
Exclusions: Lunch, The drinks
Reviewed By elizal722
360 panorama viewing point. 300 meters high canyon.Walking to old mill. David is an excellent guide spoken good English and very good driver We enjoyed our tour! You can’t get better Thank you David
8. Pic Saint Loup Winetour & food
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4.9 based on 41 reviews
In this half-day wine tour, enjoy a picturesque getaway out of the city to explore the Montpellier countryside. i will drive you to a Pic St Loup winery, discover all the wine process, enjoy their wines....then to a medieval little town to have a farm to table homemade meal prepared by my mother.
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Professional guide/driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Cadorni
Very nice and knowledgeable guide. I reccomend this tour to anybody wanting to know in details about the Langue Doc and its vineyards
9. Private tour: Exclusive Wine Tour in Languedoc from Montpellier
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4.9 based on 7 reviews
Enjoy an unforgettable day in vineyards of the Languedoc with this private tour that will take you to visit 3 top wineries in 3 different wine areas around Montpellier. You will also enjoy a delicious 3-course Gourmet meal paired with 1 glass of wine in a gastronomic restaurant of the area.
Inclusions: 3-course lunch + 1 glass of wine, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, wine tasting fees
Exclusions: Additional drinks
Reviewed By P6249ZPjamesf
We had a fantastic time on this tour. We visited two wineries, one large and one small, and tasted 10 different wines. Carine was fantastic and very friendly. She answered all our questions and filled us in on an array of local knowledge of the region and the wines. We will definitely look to do another one of the tours in the near future!
10. Full Day Pic Saint Loup Wine and Olive Tour with Lunch from Montpellier
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 7 reviews
Discover the wines of the Pic Saint-Loup region on this full-day small-group Languedoc wine tour with lunch from Montpellier. Travel into the Languedoc region with a guide and learn of the diverse wines and olive oils in production. Visit local olive oil producers and winemakers including the Château Puech Haut winery, and sample the diverse produce available. Savor a delicious 3-course lunch in a local restaurant, take in stunning views over the Languedoc’s limestone escarpments, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour — limited to eight people.
Inclusions: Round-trip travel from central Montpellier by air-conditioned minivan, Guide, 3-course lunch, Tastings
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By P6249ZPjamesf
We had a fantastic time on this tour. We visited two wineries, one large and one small, and tasted 10 different wines. Carine was fantastic and very friendly. She answered all our questions and filled us in on an array of local knowledge of the region and the wines. We will definitely look to do another one of the tours in the near future!
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