Walking in Haute Provence
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4.7
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- COVID-19protected
- Trekking and Hiking
- Walking tour
- Adventure
- Young Adults
- duration 8 days
- tour type Private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 20
- guiding method Self-guided
- Tour Code BM-16508
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- Operated in English
- Starts St Andre-les-Alpes, France
- Ends Provence, France +5
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Southern Alps to Classic Provence
- Walking in the Canyon du Verdon
- From Mountains to Lavender Fields
- Historic 'Aix en Provence'
The "Walking In Haute Provence" tour starts in St Andre-les-Alpes and ends in Provence. It is a walking tour that takes 8 days taking you through Provence, St Andre-les-Alpes, Moustiers and 4 other destinations in France. "Walking In Haute Provence" is a self-guided private tour that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.
Walk from the Southern Alps to classic Provence towns for a contrasting week in Haute Provence. Much of this excellent route follows fairly closely the GR4, a long distance trail which crosses France from the Cote d'Azur to the Atlantic. As you walk from the rugged Alpine terrain around the Gorges du Verdon to the more open cultivated landscape of the Plateau de Valensole, you follow the steps of the ancient Roman legionaries. They marched this way between the Alpine passes on the frontier with Italy and the opulent centres of Lower Provence. A full day is spent traversing the best section of the Gorges du Verdon - France's most spectacular gorge, with 1500 feet cliffs towering above the river. Beyond Moustiers, where the whole town is built on the edge of a ravine, the scenery abruptly changes. Across the Plateau de Valensole, you walk through fields of lavender and truffle oak plantations. Visit the beautiful old market town of Aix en Provence, famous for its flower market, its fountains and The Cezanne Museum. Throughout the tour you will be amazed at the contrast between the narrow streets and tall densely clustered houses of the Provencal villages and the virtually uninhabited landscape.
Walk from the Southern Alps to classic Provence towns for a contrasting week in Haute Provence. Much of this excellent route follows fairly closely the GR4, a long distance trail which crosses France from the Cote d'Azur to the Atlantic. As you walk from the rugged Alpine terrain around the Gorges du Verdon to the more open cultivated landscape of the Plateau de Valensole, you follow the steps of the ancient Roman legionaries. They marched this way between the Alpine passes on the frontier with Italy and the opulent centres of Lower Provence. A full day is spent traversing the best section of the Gorges du Verdon - France's most spectacular gorge, with 1500 feet cliffs towering above the river. Beyond Moustiers, where the whole town is built on the edge of a ravine, the scenery abruptly changes. Across the Plateau de Valensole, you walk through fields of lavender and truffle oak plantations. Visit the beautiful old market town of Aix en Provence, famous for its flower market, its fountains and The Cezanne Museum. Throughout the tour you will be amazed at the contrast between the narrow streets and tall densely clustered houses of the Provencal villages and the virtually uninhabited landscape.
ITINERARY
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Day 1 : Arrive St Andre-les-Alpes
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Day 2 : St. Andre to Castellane - 19.3 km/ 12 miles, 6 h
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Day 3 : Castellane to Point Sublime (Rougon) - 18.8 km/11.7 miles, 6 h
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Day 4 : Point Sublime to La Palud - 13.7 km/8.5 miles, 6 h or 21.5 km/13.3 miles, 8 h
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Day 5 : La Palud to Moustiers - 17.2km/10.7 miles, 6.5 h
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Day 6 : Moustiers to Riez - 21 km/13 miles, 6 h
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Day 7 : Riez, transfer to Aix en Provence
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Day 8 : Arrangements end after breakfast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 7 nights accommodation on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities where available
Meals
- 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Others
- Luggage transfer except between Riez and Aix en Provence (you take it with you on the train)
- Information pack including route notes & maps
- Emergency hotline
- GPX files of the walks will be emailed to you
- 3 dinners, lunches & beverages
- Entrance fees
- Travel insurance
- Travel to the start and from the end point of the trip
- Personal expenses such as laundry and phone calls
- Unscheduled transfers required during the trip
- Guide: this is a self-guided walking holiday
- A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
- Excess Luggage
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.7 - Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
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5 - Excellent
This was our second hiking trip with the company in France. It was well organised and made for a fun holiday and the self guided notes and routes were terrific.
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4 - Very Good
Verdon Gorge was a highlight, as were a number of the exquisite old towns.
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5 - Excellent
This walk takes you through some extraordinary landscapes, it is challenging in some parts which makes it all so much more worthwhile. We would recommend it most highly.
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Walking in Haute Provence tour. You can cancel the tour up to 70 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 69 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 02 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 02 July 2024, a deposit of 187 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 69 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceWalking in Haute Provence tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Walking in Haute Provence tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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