Corbières & Lagrasse Full-Day | Abbey & Village Culture
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Portel-des-Corbieres
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Venture into the heart of the Corbières, where vineyard slopes shimmer beneath the southern French sun and medieval villages echo with centuries of stories. Travel in the comfort of a luxury minivan, accompanied by an expert guide who brings the region's wine, history, and culture to life. Descend into the spectacular Terra Vinea, a former gypsum mine reborn as an underground wine cathedral, and taste the celebrated vintages of Corbières.
Continue to Lagrasse, ranked among Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, for a leisurely regional lunch in a traditional auberge. Stroll its cobbled streets, browse artisan workshops, and admire the thousand-year-old Benedictine Abbey, a masterpiece of mediev...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance to Terra Vinea underground wine cellar
Professional English-speaking guide
Bottled water
Entrance ticket to Abbaye Sainte-Marie de Lagrasse
Luxury air-conditioned minivan transportation
Wine tasting at Château Ollieux Romanis
Guided tour of the abbey’s public areas
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
31 Rue Jean Jaurès
Return
Corbières & Lagrasse Full-Day | Abbey & Village Culture
(1) Reviews
Portel-des-Corbieres
About
Venture into the heart of the Corbières, where vineyard slopes shimmer beneath the southern French sun and medieval villages echo with centuries of stories. Travel in the comfort of a luxury minivan, accompanied by an expert guide who brings the region's wine, history, and culture to life. Descend into the spectacular Terra Vinea, a former gypsum mine reborn as an underground wine cathedral, and taste the celebrated vintages of Corbières.
Continue to Lagrasse, ranked among Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, for a leisurely regional lunch in a traditional auberge. Stroll its cobbled streets, browse artisan workshops, and admire the thousand-year-old Benedictine Abbey, a masterpiece of mediev...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance to Terra Vinea underground wine cellar
Professional English-speaking guide
Bottled water
Entrance ticket to Abbaye Sainte-Marie de Lagrasse
Luxury air-conditioned minivan transportation
Wine tasting at Château Ollieux Romanis
Guided tour of the abbey’s public areas
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
31 Rue Jean Jaurès
Return
Itinerary
1
Terra Vinea
Descend into Terra Vinea, a breathtaking former gypsum mine reimagined as an underground cathedral of wine. Candlelit galleries and endless oak barrels set the stage as your guide reveals the region's centuries-old winemaking traditions. In this cool, stony silence, history and flavor meet — and your visit concludes with a guided tasting of Corbières vintages, a true immersion into the soul of southern French wine.
1 hour and 15 minutes
2
Lagrasse
Lunch in a Local Restaurant
Savor a leisurely regional lunch in a charming bistro or auberge, where Corbières flavors shine on every plate. Seasonal ingredients, time-honored recipes, and local wines come together in a true expression of southern French gastronomy. With vegetarian options available, the meal offers more than just nourishment — it's an immersion into the culinary heart of Occitanie, where tradition, terroir, and hospitality blend seamlessly.
2 hours
3
Lagrasse
Lagrasse Village & Medieval Abbey
Wander into Lagrasse, ranked among Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, where cobbled streets, stone bridges, and artisan workshops evoke centuries of southern French life. At its heart stands the magnificent Abbaye médiévale de Lagrasse, a Benedictine abbey with soaring arches, Romanesque cloisters, and chapels that whisper tales of monastic devotion and Cathar history. Against the backdrop of the Corbières hills, this stop blends architectural grandeur, living tradition, and the timeless charm that makes Lagrasse unforgettable.
1 hour
4
Lagrasse
Artisan Vinegar Tasting
Conclude your journey with a surprising twist — a visit to a vinegar artisan whose craft transforms tradition into flavor. Learn how fruits, herbs, and spices are patiently aged and blended to create unique infusions found nowhere else. From silky, wine-based vinegars to bold gourmet creations, each tasting reveals an unexpected depth that delights the palate. This final stop is a celebration of curiosity and craftsmanship, leaving you with a memorable taste of the Corbières that goes far beyond wine.