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Les Bauges in SnowshoesFrom 27/12/2010 to 05/03/2011 – departure on Sundays

Walking with snowshoes doesn’t require any particular technique. It is something you will pick up very quickly as you go – after about half an hour’s walk. The path is absolutely safe and our guides Catherine, Pierre or Claude are all certified in winter walking. As this trip is centre-based, you can always take a day’s rest.

The snow of SalzkammergutFrom 01/01/2010 to 20/03/2011

Cross-country skiing doesn’t require any specific technical skill on this particular itinerary. It is something you can pick up easily in half a day. Obviously, cross-country skiing at a challenging level is a technical discipline, but we designed this trip in order for you to choose, each day, an Easy, Easy+ or Moderate circuit. The trip is half centre-based with 3 different locations, so you can get a true glimpse of the area, but in comfort!

Vercors Natural Park: A white traverseAvailability From 13/12 to 01/04

Walking with snowshoes doesn’t require any particular technique. It is something you will pick up very quickly as you go – after about half an hour’s walk. The path is absolutely safe, with traces of walkers already printed in the snow, trail markings on trees and rocks and detailed maps provided.

High Atlas: Toubkal Express 4167mAvailable Year round5 days / 4 nights

  • Summit Mt Toubkal 4167m, the highest summit in North Africa, and
  • Admire panoramic views of the plains of the north and of the desert of the south.
  • Make use of the second highest refuge in africa (3200m), and 3* hotel in Marrakesh for comfort.
  • Enjoy atmospheric Marrakech, with its mazes serpent charmers, market, delicious spicy food, & freshly squeezed oranges juices.

Haute Route: The Alpine LegendAvailable Year round7 days / 6 nights

  • Explore unspoiled Goms valley: idyllic villages, wooden huts, lush green forests, & pastures..
  • Witness the gigantic Aletsch Glacier, the Mt Matterhorn and the Mt Eiger.
  • Taste the unique Goms valley gastronomy in our specially selected hotel restaurants!
  • Have the best of both worlds – beautiful mountains walk & retail therapy in artisan shop.

Mt Blanc: The Grand TourAvailable Jun to Aug7 days / 6 nights

  • Follow the famous Tour of the Mont Blanc in 7 days walk
  • Discover 3 different cultures and their gastronomy [French, Italian & Swiss]
  • Witness gigantic glacier and massive 4000m peaks
  • Relax in our typical mountain chalet huts!.

Valais: A Swiss Touch of LuxuryAvailable year round4 days / 3 nights

  • Admire unspoiled countryside, towering pink cliffs, white creeks, and turquoise water.
  • Explore the Calanques, along centuries old trails only accessible by boat and by foot..
  • Savour Bouillabaisse, Marseille fishy specialty
  • Enjoy the beach, and the lively atmosphere typical of Provence.

High Atlas: Berber VillagesAvailable year round8 days / 7 nights

  • Experience traditional berber life style, unchanged for hundreds of years
  • Explore the splendid remoteness of the High Atlas. Here the food has to be carried by Mule.
  • Admire the most magnificent african culture: incomparable food, fabrics, wood and metal carvering.
  • Enjoy atmospheric Marrakech: markets, serpent charmers, food stalls, tropical fruits & freshly squeezed oranges juices.

Draa valley: Between Mountain & DesertAvailable From Oct to Apr7 days / 6 nights

  • Experience the nomadic life in the desert, taste their food, & learn about their customs.
  • Enjoy atmospheric Marrakech, with its mazes serpent charmers, markets, delicious spicy food
  • Climb the famous dune of Tidri and Nesrate, and walk the famous Reg [rocky desert]
  • Admire the contrast of the beautiful ever-green valley of Draa and the looming behind.

Dolomites: A Magical JourneyAvailable Jun to Sept7 days / 6 nights

  • Feel the unique atmosphere of the Dolomites!
  • Stroll in the world famous Cortina d’Ampezzo shopping streets!
  • Experience breathtaking high mountain landscapes!
  • Enjoy an exceptional level of comfort while hiking!

Pyrenees & Basque CountryAvailable Year Round 7 days / 6 nights

  • Explore the first part of the Camino Frances the most famous way to Santiago de Compostela
  • across pyrenees, Basque & Navarre Coutry enjoying the sunshine & the magnificent scenery.
  • Stay in 1 & 2* hotels, and guesthouse on the way and enjoy a high level of comfort.
  • Over 1000 years of history have built this famous trail

Tatras: A sense of FreedomAvailable May to Oct 7 days / 6 nights

  • Enjoy atmospheric Zakopane; little markets and vibrant culture
  • Traverse flourishing green valleys, lush forest & appreciate the grandeur of the highest peaks
  • Walk The Orla perc “the eagle ridge” at 2000m and glimpse at Slovakia!
  • Take it easy in our selected self catering apartment in the hearth of Zakopane

Tirol: A true Alpine Experience!Available Mar to Nov7 days / 6 nights

  • Explore the Bavarian, and Tyrolean alps in 8 days from Germany to Austria.
  • Witness two UNESCO world heritage sites: the Karwendel valley and Nordkette of Innsbruck.
  • Hike along the idyllic Hllentalklamm” hell valley gorges”, and climb a peak at 2700m
  • Relax in the magnificent city of Innsbruck and the famous golden roof

Traverse of the High TatrasAvailable Jun to Sep7 days / 6 nights

  • Experience the real traverse through the Tatras from Slovakia to Poland in 5 days.
  • Witness spectacular landscapes & some of Europe most impressive peaks
  • Climb the highest accessible summit in Slovakia (Rysy, 2,503m)
  • Make use of some of the best refuges and hiking facilities in the Tatrase