New for 2012 Canal du Midi Prestige Cycling Holiday
Ancient cities and idyllic waterways
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We have added a touch of luxury to our popular Canal Du Midi cycling tour.
From the extraordinary fortified town of Carcassone to the sandy beaches of
the Mediterranean Sea, travel down tree lined towpaths, over beautiful stone
bridges and through some of the prettiest scenery in southwest France.
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Canal du Midi Prestige Cycling Holiday
Pyrenees and Languedoc
Route Map

Rail Travel (1st Class)
Outward: Depart
St Pancras International
station, change trains
in Lille and Narbonne,
arrive Carcassonne early
evening. Transfer to hotel
not included. (10 minutes,
about 20€).
Return: Depart from
Sète and change stations
in Paris or Lille, arrive
St Pancras International
station early evening.
- Day 1 Arrival Carcassonne
Arrive in the ancient fortified city of Carcassonne.
You’ll soak up the view from your hotel, located just
outside of the medieval walls. You will have time to relax
by the pool before exploring the cobblestone streets of
the old town. Stay at the 3-star Hôtel du Château and
eat at the excellent restaurant Comte Roger. HB
- Day 2 Day trip from Carcassonne - 17 miles (27.2km)
You have the option of a beautiful ride today. Loop
southwards from Carcassonne, on tiny roads through
the vineyards, passing through small villages. Your goal
is the town of St. Hilaire, with its 8th century abbey.
After a visit and some lunch, return to Carcassonne along
the Aude River. Of course, you can also simply enjoy the
day in Carcassonne! Stay at the Hôtel du Château and
choose your own restaurant in the old town. BB
- Day 3 Carcassonne to Siran - 26 miles (41.6km)
Cycle alongside the canal through picturesque Trèbes
and Marseillet to the tiny hamlet of Siran. Stay at the
3-star Château de Siran. HB
- Day 4 Siran to Cabezac - 16 miles (25.6km)
Today your route is partially on the canal and partially
amongst olive groves, vineyards and flowered fields.
Leave the canal at Le Somail with its pretty bridges
and cycle towards Bastide de Cabazac. HB
- Day 5 Cabezac to Villeneuve les Béziers - 27 miles (43.2km)
Easy cycling along the canal side through the villages of
Colombiers and Capestang to finally reach Béziers, spend
some time wandering the old cobbled streets before
heading towards your hotel La Chamberte. HB
- Day 6 Villeneuve les Béziers to Sète - 31 miles (49.6km)
You will reach the end of the Canal du Midi today, as it
empties into the sea at Agde. From there, enjoy the luxury
of the beautiful new bike path that follows the sandy beach
before arriving in the port town of Sète. Stay 2 nights at
the Grand Hôtel. First night HB
- Day 7 Day at Sète
Take a day off from cycling and discover the bustling port
town of Sète also known as the “Venice of Languedoc”.
You will be sure to be tempted by one of the sandy
beaches so take your bathing suit! BB
Canal du Midi Prestige Location & Route
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Hotels you will be staying at:
Canal du Midi Prestige View Hotels & Cuisine
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Hotel - Hôtel du Château
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Hotel - Château de Siran
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Hotel - La Bastide De Cabezac
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Much more than a three-star hotel, La Bastide Cabezac is a haven of relaxation and conviviality, in a comfortable setting, aglow with warm Mediterranean colours and ideal for a stay that will comine simplicity and taste.
Hotel Facilities
- Swimming Pool.
- Patio.
- Wine cellar.
- Individual air conditioning system.
- Satellite TV.
- Wi-Fi.
- Mini bar.
- En-suite bathroom.
- Hair dryer.
- Bath robe.
- Separate toilet.
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Hotel - La Chamberte
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La Chamberte, a converted stone wine storehouse, now offers a residence where one will find an informal sophisticated southern French style of living, where onecan experience a true feeling of well being, comfort and relaxation in an envoronment both traditional and contemporary.
Hotel Facilities
- La Chamberte offers four cosy but elegant double rooms, nice terraced garden and very good restaurant.
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Hotel - Grand Hotel
Canal du Midi Prestige Prices & Book
Own Travel
£1649 Prices per week (without travel).
Rail Inclusive (1st Class)
£2129 Prices per week (without travel).
Ferry Inclusive (Club Class)
£1740 Prices per week (without travel).
Starting days: Any.
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