City Breaks in Carcassonne - Independent Holidays by Train
With its medieval centre entirely enclosed by ramparts, Carcassonne is one of the most specacular sites - and film sets - in France. A weekend here will transport you back in time, but with all the comforts of modern-day travel and accommodation
From £515 per person based on 2 sharing, inc. standard class rail
Step back in time and visit the citadel of Carcassonne, a perfectly restored medieval town. Its fairy tale turrets and ramparts on the banks of the river Aude provide a lovely site from the Basse Ville. French Travel Service offers rail and hotel holidays to Carcassonne, a spectacular walled medieval town
Hotel le Donjon ***
With an unbeatable location in the heart of Carcassonne's medieval walled city, a UNESCO world heritage site, the Donjon is the epitome of charm. An impeccably appointed 3 star, it combines modern comfort and traditional character in three historical buildings facing the ramparts or shady garden. The 62 rooms and suites are individually decorated in a blend of contemporary and classic decor, all are fully soundproofed and air-condiitoned and equipped with satellite tv, telephone, safe, minibar and wifi internet access. There is a cosy lounge and atmospheric bar. Buffet breakfast
What price includes
- 4 nights (or longer) B & B inc standard class rail
- Option to upgrade to 1st class from £146 return
- Seat reservations throughout
- Travel pack with Itinerary, maps, guide booklet etc
- 24-hour emergency support
Location
Plan your journey by train
Meeting point:
London St Pancras International Station
London St Pancras
Transfer to meeting point:
Guests make their own way to meeting point
St Pancras station is connected both to the national and international train network and London underground (Kings Cross St Pancras station)
Plan your journey by train
Finish point:
London St Pancras International Station
London St Pancras
Transfer to finish point:
Guests make their own way to station
By train from London St Pancras to destinations across the UK, or via the London underground to other rail terminals and destinations across the city.
