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Highlights of Provence Trip Notes Current as of: September 13, 2019 - 14:16 Valid for departures: From January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2022 Highlights of Provence Trip Notes Ways to Travel: Guided Group 8 Days Land only Trip Code: Destinations: Adventure Holidays in France Min age: 16 TEA Leisurely / Programmes: Walking & Trekking Moderate Trip Overview A stunning part of Provence and relatively untouched by tourism, Greoux les Bains offers the perfect base for a walking holiday. We stay in the comfortable Hotel des Alpes in the heart of the town, allowing us to enjoy the variety of restaurants, cafes and shops on our doorstep. During the week we explore the region with a mixture of walks directly from the hotel or following a short private bus transfer. With the bustling market town of Forcalquier, the dramatic Verdon Gorge and depending on the season, elds of lavender or poppies just a short drive away, there is much to be explored. At a Glance 5 days centre-based walking Well marked trails and paths Altitude maximum 1300m, average 700m Countries visited: Adventure Holidays in France Trip Highlights The beautiful Verdon Gorge Local markets and villages Relaxed daywalks Is This Trip for You? This trip is graded Leisurely/Moderate - Level 2. Although the pace of the walks is leisurely and there is plenty of time to rest and enjoy the views, we place this itinerary at the tougher end of the leisurely/moderate scale due to several of the walks heading to or descending from hilltop villages. You should expect some ascent and descent and we recommend reading the daily itinerary carefully. The terrain and type of path track will vary from manmade paved tracks to tarmac. All walks take between 4 and 6 hours including lunch stops and require a moderate level of tness. If you wish to take an extra day out of the programme you can choose to relax by the hotel pool or explore the shops and cafes of Greoux les Bains. All walks are optional so should you choose to have an extra day relaxing by the pool or exploring the area independently this will not be a problem. You may find our Fitness Training Guide a useful reference. (inquire for details) Following a review of all our trips we have categorised this trip as generally not suitable for persons of reduced mobility. However if you are a regular traveller on such trips, please contact customer services to discuss the trip and your personal condition. Group Throughout the week you will be accompanied by a local French leader, although they will not be staying in the hotel they will coordinate the airport transfers, guide all walks and will join the group for a farewell dinner in the hotel at the end of the week. Adult min age: 16 Min group size: 5 Max group size: 15 Itinerary Provence Land Only Itinerary Day 1 Start Greoux-les-Bains. Start at the Hotel des Alpes, Greoux-les-Bains. In the evening our guide will hold a welcome meeting to discuss the week ahead, give advice on the local area and answer any questions. Day 2 Walk direct from the hotel to the Valensole plateau, a spectacular area in summer for seeing elds of lavender. Leaving on foot directly from our hotel we head to the Valensole plateau. The surrounding countryside is beautiful, especially in the spring when the almond trees are in bloom. In the summer, aromas of lavender and thyme waft through the air conrming the fact that Valensole is one of the most important producers of lavender in Provence. Valensole comes from the Latin 'vallis' and 'solis' meaning the valley of sun. We return to Greoux following a pleasant track alongside the 'Laval' stream. Ascent: 281m Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 13 km / 8 miles Day 3 Bus transfer to Forcalquier, known for having the best outdoor market in Provence. Ascend from town with views across the Mourres plateau, a site of geological interest with its mushroom shaped limestone. In the morning we take a private transfer to the bustling hilltop town of Forcalquier. One of the largest of its kind in France, the weekly market is bursting with both new and traditional French goods including olive oil, breads and cheeses. After time for exploring the myriad of stalls, we head on to see the Mourres Plateau. A site of geological interest the plateau is covered with strange limestone concentrations that sometimes look like faces, which is how the area earned its name, 'Mourres' meaning faces in Provencal. Ascent: 372m Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 11 km / 6 miles Day 4 Transfer by private bus to the lovely village of Quinson. Follow a walkway along the lower Verdon Gorge with views of the sparkling turquoise waters. After a private transfer in the morning to the lovely village of Quison, today's walk will take us to a superb walkway along the lower Verdon Gorges. This walkway follows an old canal previously used to carry drinking water to Aix en Provence. The views of the Turquoise Verdon are truly amazing. The walk continues up to the chapel Saint Maxime, an ideal spot for lunch. Distance: 9,5 km Ascent: 400 m Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 8 km / 4 miles Day 5 Free day in Greoux-les-Bains; optional visit to Aix-en-Provence. Today is free to either relax by the pool, visit the nearby shops or take a bus trip to the beautiful town of Aix en Provence. Meals included: Breakfast Day 6 Take the bus to Moustier-Ste-Marie. Climb the ridge of L'Ourbes with views over the lake of St Crois. After reaching the top descend via old Roman road. After a private transfer in the morning to Moustiers St Marie we climb up to the craggy ridge of l’Ourbes with great views over the lake of St Croix. After crossing the summit and descending to a dry riverbed the terrain becomes more open before the nal descent to Moustiers on an old Roman road. On our return journey we take a slight detour to enjoy an alternative view of the Verdon Gorge. Ascent: 505m Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 11 km / 6 miles Day 7 Follow the Verdon River and ascend hill for views over Lake Esparron. Arrive for lunch in village of Saint Martin before walking to the plateau of Pauron. Today we walk directly from the hotel following the banks of Verdon River before gently climbing a hill to follow the ridge with spectacular views of the turquoise waters of the Esparron Lake. From here we head to the pleasant village of Saint Martin de Bromes where we stop for lunch. Leaving the village we will climb up to the plateau of Pauron on a good GR track (Grande Randonnée). Ascent: 434m Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 13 km / 8 miles Day 8 End Greoux-les-Bains. Following breakfast we say our goodbyes. Meals included: Breakfast All ascents, descents and distances listed above have been measured by our local partners or tour leaders. Please note that different GPS measuring devices can give differing results dependent on the barometric pressures at the time. Measurements stated throughout these trips notes are given to help you understand the types of terrain and distances you will encounter. Accommodation Hotel des Alpes - 3 Star The Hotel des Alpes is a family-run hotel is ideally located in the pretty Provencal village of Greoux-les-Bains. All rooms have en suite facilities, air conditioning, Wi-Fi connectivity and hairdryer. The hotel has an outdoor heated swimming pool with an adjacent restaurant serving delicious local specialties. Single supplement from (double room for single use) available on request. Where a single supplement is available, paying for a single only guarantees a room for single use. It does not always mean a twin or double room will be provided for sole occupancy. Single supplement from $558.00 USD Food & Transport Eating & Drinking All breakfasts included in the trip. Each day we will stop at a bakery or store for you to buy your lunch. There is a great variety of restaurants to choose from in Greoux les Bains for evening meals and your leader will be able to provide recommendations. Transportation All transport mentioned in the itinerary is included, except for optional excursions or where a client may choose to curtail a group walk. Airport and daily transfers will be by private coach (some days will involve walking directly from the hotel and transport will not be needed). Weather & Seasonality Weather Information Weather in Aix-en-Provence is good throughout the year thanks to its mild Mediterranean climate. The region welcomes hot, dry summers (June to September) averaging around 30 °C, whilst winters (December to February) are cool around 12 to 15 °C but rarely cold, with lows rarely below 10 °C. Spring (March to May) and autumn (October to November) are cool and balmy and perfect for trekking. Weather Charts Joining Instructions Traveling land only: 8 days starting and ending in Greoux les Bains Your trip normally starts at the hotel in Greoux les Bains on Day 1 of the itinerary. Details of how to reach the start point are provided it the Final Joining Instructions - sent approximately two weeks before departure. This Trip can be combined! With so much to see and do in the world we know how hard it is to settle just on one destination. That's why we have put together a handy guide of trips you are able to do back-to-back. This trip aligns with several departures of the TEK: Walking the French Riviera.
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