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Disney Princesses meet Robin Hood’s merry men in the ancient Cité de Carcassonne

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  • 20th - 23rd June, 2025

  • £1,499.00 / £350.00 Deposit

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Our photography tour to Carcassonne will take place in June 2025 with Damien Demolder.

It’s hardly a surprise that the fairy tale towers of Carcassonne’s ancient Cité are often credited as the design inspiration for Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle, as the tall stone wells, cone peaks and fluttering flags are straight out of a children’s story book. And being considerably more attractive than the real thing, the narrow streets and cobbled courtyards were used in scenes meant to depict Nottingham Castle in Kevin Costner’s Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. So, naturally it is a fabulous place to take photographs.

Carcassonne Photography Tour | Carcassonne Photography Holiday | Carcassonne Street & Architecture Photography

Disney Princesses meet Robin Hood’s merry men in the ancient Cité de Carcassonne

Carcassonne Photography Tour - Carcassonne Street & Architecture Photography
Carcassonne is really two cities separated by the River Aude, but connected by two bridges that provide picturesque views of both sides. The ancient Cité, nestling on the west bank hill-top is protected by its dramatic stone fortifications and looms over the river offering an aerial view of the surrounding countryside and the new town on the east bank of the Aude. Here the word ‘new’ is relative of course, because the ‘new’ town is only new in comparison to the Cité – it dates from the middle of the 11th century, while the Cité began life 100 years BC when the Romans identified it as a good spot.

Carcassonne Photography Tour
Carcassonne Street Photography Tour

Our tour will take in both parts of Carcassonne as we explore the ancient and slightly less ancient architecture, sites, markets and people. We will be surrounded by history and drama at every turn, mixed with a modern France and a modern French people. We’ll spend time looking at the way the light in this part of southern France lifts some elements and how the deep shadows of the day can hide others, and how we can use these contrasts to create stunning three dimensional images. We’ll concentrate on how we frame our subjects and how we use elements of the environment to design eye-catching compositions to draw attention to the things that interest us.

Carcassonne Street Photography Tour

Both parts of the city are as interesting in the evening as they are during the day, and there will be great opportunities for sunrise views for the early risers and sunset views for those who prefer their bed in the mornings. The tour is suitable for those who love beautiful architecture, travel, street, landscapes and good wine – Carcassonne really does have it all.

The tour will finish in the evening of 23 June 2025. Accommodation includes the night of 23 June, as recommended return flights are scheduled for 24 June.

  • Included

    • Accommodation - single occupancy, 4 nights incl night of 23 June

    • Breakfasts

    • Tuition from Damien Demolder

  • Excluded

    • International flights

    • Meals not mentioned

    • Insurance

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Tutored by Damien Demolder

Damien Demolder
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Luxury Editions

Essentially, a Luxury Editions tour is an exclusive micro learning group with five star tuition and treatment in all aspects of the tour. Each year a small number of ‘Luxury Editions’ tours will run where the group numbers no more than four photographers per tutor. Here the learning approach is more intensive where the leader is able to offer constant ‘hands-on guidance’ allowing them an opportunity to work in depth with each individual photographer in addition to working with the group on a collective basis. In addition to this, the accommodation will be of a high standard and special extras will be included. These tours are only taught by our long standing leaders who have years of experience and are highly sought after. If you would like to join a Luxury Edition tour, then the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop.

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Off the Beaten Track

Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tours cater for those more adventurous photographers who would like to get off the beaten track and explore roads untrodden or delve into the culture of a place. Groups are small and you can be assured that although the tour leader will have an in-depth knowledge of the location, you may veer off track if an unplanned photography opportunity presents itself! The tuition is five star on these tours. The accommodation varies on these tours from mid range hotels, shared cabins on a ship to basic and clean camps. Our priority is to get you to the best locations in time for the best shot and if this means camping half way up a mountain then so be it! Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tutors will have experience and knowledge of the area, so you can be assured that you will be completely taken care off to allow you to concentrate on that award winning image. If you would like to join an ‘Off the Beaten Track’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. We do also ask that you have a good level of fitness as these tours could involve a large amount of walking. Check each tours description for requirements.

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Classic

Our Classic tours are aimed at those who wish to discover unique locations, but at a more leisurely pace than the Off the Beaten Track tours. There will be ample time to immerse yourself in the location and spend time on your photography. Classic tours also focus on sunrise and sunset (which are optional for those who like to sleep in!) and have a slightly larger group size (max 8 per tutor) to allow the social side of photography to be appreciated. Tuition is five star and hotels are mid-high range depending on the tour. Every classic tour is different so do refer to the tour description for details of accommodation and locations visited. If you would like to join a ‘Classic’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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City Tours

Interested in architectural photography or street photography? Do you get a buzz from photographing city life? Then a city tour is for you. We have a range of tours catering to various styles of photography including People/Street, Intentional Camera Movement, Iphoneography or Architectural photography. Tours range in length from weekend breaks, ideal for those who don’t have may days holiday left, or longer tours to allow yourself to truly explore the city. Our tutors have an in-depth knowledge of the location and will take you to undiscovered spots to ensure you come away with a varied selection of images that you are proud of. If you would like to join a ‘City’ tour, the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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In a Day

Only got one day to spare or have already used up your ‘holiday’ budget? Join one of our ‘In a Day’ photography workshops and we will provide you with the knowledge, the views and the techniques for making the most of the light. You will go away not only having met some like minded people but most importantly having learnt something new and exciting about photography. You only need to bring a camera and an open mind! Our photography workshops are ideal for all levels of photographer from beginner to advanced. Please note these one day workshops are exclusive of VAT, this will be applied at the rate of 20% at the checkout.

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Easy - most locations are arrived at by vehicle, and most subjects and viewpoints are within easy reach. No particular level of fitness is required.

Moderate - these tours involve some walking, perhaps sometimes in towns, or on well developed trails. There may be a limited amount of uphill walking. Please advise if you have any fitness concerns.

Strenuous - these are tours which may include demanding levels of walking, including some prolonged or steep ascents and descents. Rough terrain (off the beaten track) may well be encountered. A reasonable level of fitness is required for these trips.

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