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Difficulty Rating
Explore this fascinating region by foot, bike, canoe, train and bus. While
active in nature this trip is only moderately demanding.
Included Highlights
*Walking tour in Paris
*Cycling day with picnic lunch in the Loire Valley
*Canoe trip with picnic lunch on the Vezere River in the Dordogne
*Day hike in the Pyrenees
Accommodation
Small hotels (10 nights), Gite mountain hut (3 nights).
Please note the dormitory style accommodation in the Gite Mountain hut
in the Pyrenees.
Transportation
Train, bicycle, canoe, local bus, minibus
Food Included
8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner
Duration
14 days
Budget
Allow 420 Euro for meals not included. See Trip Dossier for spending money.
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Paris, Loire Valley cycling, canoeing on The Dordogne,
prehistoric caves, Carcassonne, trekking in the Pyrenees, Barcelona.
Travelling between two of the world's most stylish cities, this is a journey
of true contrasts.
From the manicured landscapes of the Loire to the rugged peaks of the
Pyrenees, we travel through south west France and on to Spain on this
active yet easy-paced adventure.
Day 1, 2 Paris
A walking tour introduces us to the world's most romantic city and its
iconic sights - the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame and the Champs-Elysees
to name just a few.
Day 3-5 Loire Valley
Tours is our base for exploring the breathtaking Loire Valley. An easy-paced
bicycle ride and picnic is a great way to experience the historical and
romantic chateaux, so typical of this area.
Day 6-8 The Dordogne
This picturesque region is known for its rich history and sumptuous cuisine.
After a visit to the wineries of St Emilion, we base ourselves in the
charismatic town of Montignac where we canoe the Vezere River, explore
pre-historic cave sites and enjoy a feast of local specialities.
Day 9 Carcassonne
A perfectly restored medieval town, Carcassonne sits on a steep bank rising
from the River Aude, overlooking the village below. Explore this fairytale
site of turrets and ramparts and learn about its long history.
Day 10-12 The Pyrenees
We make our way to our Gite d'Etape (mountain hut) near the town of Ax-les-Thermes,
an ideal base for outdoor activities in the surrounding Pyrenees. After
a long day's hike, what better than to sit and dangle your feet in the
'Bassin de ladres', an open bath in the centre of town.
Day 13, 14 Barcelona
Say 'Au revoir' to France and 'Hola' to the Spanish city of Barcelona.
This cosmopolitan city offers an array of art and architecture, stylish
shopping and non-stop nightlife.
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