The 10 Best Day Trips from in Herault, Occitanie

April 27, 2022 Marianna Hollaway

Discover the best top things to do in Herault, France including Full Day Trip to Arles - Les Baux de Provence and Saint Remy de Provence from Montpelier, Tailor made private tour from Montpellier, Private tour: Exclusive Wine Tour in Languedoc from Montpellier, Full Day Private Tour of Roman Monuments, Private small group tour of Nimes and Pont du gard, Shore excursion from Sète to Carcassonne, Private tour to the Historical Pézenas Village, Béziers Wine Tour , Private tour to Carcassonne from Sète, Private tour to Conques from Montpellier.
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1. Full Day Trip to Arles - Les Baux de Provence and Saint Remy de Provence from Montpelier

Domitia Tours
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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. Tailor made private tour from Montpellier

Bertrand Bosc
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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

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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!

3. Private tour: Exclusive Wine Tour in Languedoc from Montpellier

Montpellier Wine Tours Tours
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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!

4. Full Day Private Tour of Roman Monuments

Domitia Tours

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. Then  head off to Nimes to enjoy an historic Roman settlement  with excellent examples of Roman architecture as the temple in a pristine condition, the Maison Carree. 

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, 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.

5. Private small group tour of Nimes and Pont du gard

Domitia Tours

In this full day tour explore the highlight of Nimes to enjoy an historic Roman settlement  with excellent examples of Roman architecture as the temple in a pristine condition, the Maison Carree,The  best preserved collisium in the world and the tour Magne  then head up to pont du gard and enjoy the senic view and free walking time. Your driver will get you back to Cruise terminal of Sete  at late afternoon

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Tips

Reviewed By 670dylanh

Very friendly guide, good conversation and sights, lots of relevant history and info about the area.

6. Shore excursion from Sète to Carcassonne

Explore Languedoc

Explore Languedoc offer private tours in a recent and comfortable 8 seater Van. Lead by a local guide, you will explore and learn the history of Europe’s most famous fortified city - Carcassonne. Spend the morning exploring the Cité, Basilica and the visconte castle of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can enjoy your lunch in one of the many restaurant in the cité. In the afternoon on the way back depending on time others visits can be organized ( Wine tasting, Medieval village, Abbey etc ... ). - This tour / activity is private. Only your group will participate. - A guided tour of the city of Carcassonne - Travel comfortably from one place to another in a private air-conditioned vehicle - Stroll through the walled city at your own pace, with enough time to explore - This tour includes hotels, cruise ship pickup and dropoff - You choose your afternoon activity (Wine Tasting, Medieval Villages )

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Parking Fees, Guided tour, Professional guide/driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

7. Private tour to the Historical Pézenas Village

Explore Languedoc

Lead by your local guide you will visit vibrant Pezenas and discover its rich heritage. This lively village used to be a prestigious royal town known for its big fairs and for being the Languedoc State Capital. Through the centuries, the medieval atmosphere of Pezenas has been maintained. Marvel at the 16th, 17th and 18th Century private mansions and their typical medieval Languedoc architecture. You can enjoy your lunch in one of the many restaurant in the town. In the afternnon depending on time others visits can be organized. ( abbey, Vineyard etc ... ) - This tour / activity is private. Only your group will participate. - A guided tour of Pezenas village - Travel comfortably from one place to another in a private air-conditioned vehicle - Stroll through the medieval village at your own pace, with enough time to explore - This tour includes hotels, cruise ship pickup and dropoff - You choose your afternoon activity ( Wine Tasting, Visit an Abbey or try some fresh oysters )

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Parking Fees, Guided tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

8. Béziers Wine Tour

Explore Languedoc

During this half-day tour, your guide will take you to visit 2 traditional Languedoc cellars in the Béziers region where you will meet some of the region's most passionate winegrowers and enjoy a wine tasting. Discover the natural beauty of this wine region as you travel through the countryside on quiet country roads. Your driver and guide will brief you on the history and characteristics of the vineyards around you as you travel. - Enjoy vineyard tours and wine tastings in two cellars in the Béziers region. - Small-group tour to ensure a personalized experience. - This tour includes hotels, accommodation pickup and dropoff

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Guide, Pick up and drop off

Exclusions: Gratuities

9. Private tour to Carcassonne from Sète

Toursud

1h30 from Sète, visit the medieval city of Carcassonne, classified by Unesco as a World Heritage Site since 1997. I will be your driver-guide during this day, I will personally guide you in the medieval city of Carcassonne. The ideal duration of this excursion is around 8 hours: 1h30 trip to Carcassonne, 5 hours on site and 1h30 return trip. However, we can reduce the duration of the excursion if you have a stopover at the port of Sète or if you have specific requirements. - departure from Sète (at your hotel or at the port of Sète) - journey to Carcassonne, by motorway (1h30 journey) - guided tour of the medieval city of Carcassonne with me (approximately one hour) - free time - stop at the Carcassonne viewpoint (view of the medieval city) - return trip to Sète (1h30 trip) - drop-off in Sète (at your hotel or at the port of Sète).

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Driver-guide meal, Guided tour of the medieval city of Carcassonne

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 145MariaD

In November 2019, my parents, sister and I arrived in Toulouse from Portugal after visiting Fatima. We had made arrangements to take the train from Toulouse to Lourdes and back for the day. However, the weather was cold and we decided to change our plans the previous day and hire a car and guide. Although I had researched tours before leaving home from the US, I was quite nervous to book a tour online especially the last minute but I am very glad that I did! We were very fortunate to have signed up with Toursud. I was able to talk to Arnaud immediately after booking the tour and confirm our plans. My parents are 91 and 85 years old, and we wanted this trip to be convenient, safe and relaxing for them. And that is exactly what we got with Arnaud. Arnaud is very fluent in English so it was easy to communicate our needs, as we did not speak French. Arnaud is one of the kindest, considerate, attentive, patient and knowledgeable person I have met. He greeted us at our hotel in the morning as planned with a nice clean van. He drove us on our two-hour journey with the picturesque Pyrenees Mountains with the morning sun shimmering on the snow-capped peaks as our view. Arnaud was prepared with books for us to read about Lourdes in the van and entertained us with a pleasant conversation about the region, and the history of Lourdes. While at the Sanctuary in Lourdes, Arnaud was with us explaining the different areas of the Sanctuary and gave us suggestions for lunch and stores. He also drove us to St. Bernadette’s house where she grew up and gave us a tour of the house. Arnaud was very patient and attentive and did not make it a rushed tour which made is very relaxing and easy for my parents. I would highly recommend Toursud to anyone regardless of age, as Arnaud is a person who will tailor your tour to your needs and give you a very memorable experience. Thank you Toursud and Arnaud for making our trip beautiful.

10. Private tour to Conques from Montpellier

Toursud

2h30 from Montpellier, visit the medieval village of Conques, one of the most beautiful villages in France. I will be your driver-guide during this day, I will personally guide you in Conques to discover the village and the famous tympanum of the Sainte-Foy church. The ideal duration of this excursion is around 9 hours: 2h30 drive to Conques, 4 hours on site and 2h30 return journey. However, we can reduce the duration of the excursion if you have time requirements. - departure from Montpellier (at your hotel, B&B, train station or airport) - journey to Conques, by motorway (2h30 journey), via the Millau viaduct - stop at a first panorama of Conques - guided tour of Conques with me (approximately 45 minutes) - free time - stop at a second panorama of Conques - return trip to Montpellier (2h30 trip) - drop-off in Montpellier (at your hotel, B&B, train station or airport).

Inclusions: Driver-guide meal, Guided tour of the village of Conques, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 145MariaD

In November 2019, my parents, sister and I arrived in Toulouse from Portugal after visiting Fatima. We had made arrangements to take the train from Toulouse to Lourdes and back for the day. However, the weather was cold and we decided to change our plans the previous day and hire a car and guide. Although I had researched tours before leaving home from the US, I was quite nervous to book a tour online especially the last minute but I am very glad that I did! We were very fortunate to have signed up with Toursud. I was able to talk to Arnaud immediately after booking the tour and confirm our plans. My parents are 91 and 85 years old, and we wanted this trip to be convenient, safe and relaxing for them. And that is exactly what we got with Arnaud. Arnaud is very fluent in English so it was easy to communicate our needs, as we did not speak French. Arnaud is one of the kindest, considerate, attentive, patient and knowledgeable person I have met. He greeted us at our hotel in the morning as planned with a nice clean van. He drove us on our two-hour journey with the picturesque Pyrenees Mountains with the morning sun shimmering on the snow-capped peaks as our view. Arnaud was prepared with books for us to read about Lourdes in the van and entertained us with a pleasant conversation about the region, and the history of Lourdes. While at the Sanctuary in Lourdes, Arnaud was with us explaining the different areas of the Sanctuary and gave us suggestions for lunch and stores. He also drove us to St. Bernadette’s house where she grew up and gave us a tour of the house. Arnaud was very patient and attentive and did not make it a rushed tour which made is very relaxing and easy for my parents. I would highly recommend Toursud to anyone regardless of age, as Arnaud is a person who will tailor your tour to your needs and give you a very memorable experience. Thank you Toursud and Arnaud for making our trip beautiful.

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