Toulouse : Carcassonne Day Trip by Coach with audio guides
Overview
Available languages
1 day
Mobile ticket
Step back in time and discover one of Europe's most iconic medieval cities.
Just 1 hour from Toulouse, Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest fortified city in Europe — 52 towers and 3 km of ramparts waiting to be explored.
Explore the legendary Porte Narbonnaise, the Château Comtal and the stunning Basilique Saint-Nazaire, with its exceptional Gothic stained-glass windows. Wander through medieval lanes and soak up the atmosphere at your own pace.
Audio guide included (FR / EN / ES) — explore at your own pace.
✅ Includes: Round-trip coach + audio guide app + luggage storage
ℹ️ Not included: Château Comtal entrance fees & meals
Schedule:
09:15 Meet at Place d'Arménie, Toulouse
09:30 Depart → 10:45 Arrive Carcassonne
16:15 Meet at the bus in Carcassonne
16:30 Depart → 17:45 Return to Toulouse
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must be 15min before the departure at pick-up.
What To Expect
Eglise Saint-Nazaire
Eglise Saint-Nazaire, Carcassonne Center
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
Options
Carcassonne
Excursion Cité de Carcassonne et le Chateau Comtal
What‘s Included
Transport by coach of tourism
Audio guide in 3 languages (French, English and Spanish). To download to your smartphone
Lunch, other visits
Visits
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
79 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Convenient Way to Get To Carcassonne
Robert D,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Know that this is transportation to and from Carcassonne. The drop off point in Carcassone in front of the main gate which is much more convenientthan the train station. One person on the tour had planned to take the train, but the train was canceled because of a strike. The audio guide is a download from Henri Trip app which was decent. There is no guide on the bus to comment on points of interest along the way. Also know that getting in to Carcassonne is free, but there is a 20 euro fee to walk on the castle ramparts ect... and you will want to walk on the ramparts.
Good transportation.
Suzette B,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The bus was comfortable and on time. Driver was good. Only problem was with the audio guide. It changed languages during the tour and I couldn’t get it back into English no matter how many times I clicked English.
Great drop off and pick up service
U5252JAdanf,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The day trip is essentially a bus to and from the entry point into the castle. When you research transit and then cost of the train or a bus you quickly realize this is the best value for money to get to the castle. The duration is appropriate as well given the size of the castle. Make sure to take a water bottle and a snack. Water inside the cost is based on tourist prices. There is a water refilling station inside the paid area. The outer area of the castle is free and the main historical section of the ramparts requires entry fee. Good overall service. Make sure you remember what your bus driver looks like and the bus color. The driver will likely not remember you.
A lovely place to visit
Nancy P,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Lots of cobblestone streets. It's hilly. The audio tour is self-guided. My audio app didn't work. That was disappointing.
A magical day in Carcassonne!
B1596KQcecilel,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The medieval city is breathtaking: a journey back in time with its ramparts, cobbled streets and castle. Perfect for a couple getaway, between history and magnificent landscapes. We loved getting lost in the small shops and enjoying a cassoulet on site. A must if you pass through Toulouse! To do again without hesitation, and provide a good pair of shoes to climb the slopes!
No audio guide
Marta S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Outraged!!! Excursion to Albi today 26th no one showed up. They didn't warn me. I demand reimbursement. I want NRO contact existing and true A calamity! I want urgent response andrepair
Get your Guide tour
Janet M,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Get your Guide did not answer our calls after arriving in Carcassonne on our own. We wanted to be sure to use our paid for tickets and bus back to Toulouse later that day. I called 3 times and they hung up on me every time. When finally my husband got them to respond after getting the staff at the tourist office to make the call for us.They were incredibly vague about direction’s for locating our return bus. It’s white and next to a little train, that was it! There was no little train, and yes it was white but it had huge ads on the sides for ski trip tours! No where on the bus did it say City Tours, Get Your Guide etc! We re lucky to make it back to Toulouse at all.
This gets you where you need to be
David M,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This excursion is transportation ONLY. It gets you from point A to point B and back again. Others said that you could've taken a train instead. However, you might not be close to where you want to be and that is a waste of time. Wasting time on vacation is a waste of money. This gets you to where you need to go and back.
Interesting
Harry D,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great driver, nice place to visit overall it was worth the price. Wonderful buildings and antiquity conserved from 111C . Lots of eateries and public WC’s available which is rare 😜
Just a bus ride - nothing more
Kathleen B,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00This tour is a simple bus ride from Toulouse to the Porte Narbonnaise at Carcassonne. That said, it’s a nice bus and personable driver. The town is is lovely (although very touristy). I recommend one of the guided tours at the castle.
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