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		<title>Les Bauges in Snowshoes</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Les Bauges in Snowshoes<strong>From 27/12/2010 to 05/03/2011 – departure on Sundays</h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/images/walking-holidays-bauges-snowshoes-intro.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="90" hspace="20" width="120" style="padding-top:16px;"></td><td><strong>Walking </strong>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.<span class="sml"></span></td>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h5 style="text-align: left;">From 27/12/2010 to 05/03/2011 &#8211; date departure to see below</h5>
<h3 style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/category/winter-holidays">All our winter trips</a></h3>
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<p class="style23">Les bauges is a cultural entity between Chambery and Annecy lake. We will take you to breathtaking landscapes of alpine passes and summits. This itinerary is centre-based, which means that every day, you come back to the same point, in the heart of the typical village of Jarsy.</p>
<p><strong>Walking </strong>with snowshoes doesn&#8217;t require any particular technique. It is something you will pick up very quickly as you go &#8211;  after about half an hour&#8217;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&#8217;s rest.</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="/images/walking-holidays-bauges-snowshoes-intro.jpg" alt="traverse" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="250" height="188" /></td>
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<td colspan="2"><small>View <a style="color: #0000ff; text-align: left;" href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;msa=0&amp;msid=103724541608753534144.000474f4bf84b772ad625&amp;ll=45.752193,5.866699&amp;spn=1.855141,3.790283&amp;z=7">Bauges raquettes General</a> in a larger map</small></td>
<td colspan="2"><small>View <a style="color: #0000ff; text-align: left;" href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&amp;source=embed&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;msa=0&amp;msid=103724541608753534144.000474f4e29d5af8df63c&amp;ll=45.635167,6.089172&amp;spn=0.232378,0.473785&amp;z=10">Bauges Raquettes Focus</a> in a larger map</small></td>
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<p class="style23"><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /><strong>Day 1 &#8211; (3h00, 6.5km, +/-520m)<br />
</strong>After a transfer from Aix Les Bains train station at 10 am to Jarsy, we settle into our hotel. Optional: Ascent between Trelod and Arcalod, highest point in the Bauges range, to reach the Col de Cherel (1495m).</p>
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<td width="239"><strong>Town</strong>: Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants<br />
<strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p><strong><img src="/images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><strong>Day 2 &#8211; (5h30, 16km, +/-780m)</strong> The 4 pass circuit starts by climbing to the &#8220;Golet due Doucy&#8221; (1329m) and then to &#8220;Crete du Mont Julioz&#8221; (1500m). We pass through a forest to descend to two typical villages, &#8220;Mont Derriere&#8221; and &#8220;Mont Devant&#8221; (1010m). We go up to &#8220;Col de Bornette&#8221; (1304m), with great views on the Annecy lake and the Aravis mountain range. <span> </span></p>
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<td width="223"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants<br />
<strong>Accommodation:</strong> 2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p><strong><img src="/images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span><strong>Day 3 &#8211; (5h00, 10.5km, 840m)</strong> Today we ascend  to the high valley of Cheran and we reach places with uninterrupted views up to &#8220;Crete Ouest&#8221; (1703m) at the top of a cliff. Here we can witness the entire Les Bauges range in one go&#8230; </span></p>
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<td width="218"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants<br />
<strong>Accommodation:</strong> 2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span><strong>Day 4 &#8211; (4h00, 9.2km, +/-600m) </strong> An easier day today. A soft ascent between forests and quarries to the Chalet du Epion (1422m), highest point of the day. On the way down, from &#8220;Col du Potat&#8221; (1351m), we can enjoy superb views of the Chartreuse range as far as Mont Aiguille in the Vercors range.</span></p>
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<td width="223"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants<br />
<strong>Accommodation:</strong> 2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p><strong><img src="/images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="6" height="7" />Day 5 &#8211; (5h00, 9km, +/-730m)<br />
</strong>Discover of the west side of the Arcalod, highest point in the Bauges range. Going out of the forest, the slopes take us to &#8220;La Croix d&#8217;Allant&#8221; (1580m), with splendid panoramic   views. The way down will be decided on the day, depending on the snow conditions.</p>
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<td width="219"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants</td>
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<p><strong><img src="/images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />Day 6 &#8211; </strong><strong>(4h30, 8km, +/-730m)</strong><br />
Today we discover the East face of &#8220;Mont Colombier&#8221; that we have admired for a week! A climb through a forest will lead us  to the Chalet Besson (1281m). You will then follow the ridge at 1385m.at the bottom of the Mont Colombier.. The descent passes by the &#8220;Grange de Frotte Cul&#8221;. And a transfer is then arranged to Aix les Bains train station for 6pm.</p>
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<td width="224"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants <strong>Accommodation:</strong> 2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Hotel </strong>2* with all rooms en suite, in the heart of the typical village of Jarsy, in an authentic renovated house. The restaurant serves local and traditional meals. Picnic lunches are plentiful and fresh.</p>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; border: 3px double #ECF1E7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="2" valign="top"><strong>Animation out walking</strong></td>
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<p class="style23" style="text-align: left;">Lunch boxes are provided every day. They are really tasty and plentiful. They usually contain a ham or chicken sandwich, a salad,  fruit &amp; a drink.</p>
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<td class="style1" colspan="2" valign="top">During a center based trip, we always get time to visit a few marvellous places of the area. In case of bad weather your guide will offer to visit:</p>
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<li>La Chatreuse des Aillons: presenting the heritage and the architecture of the Bauges region.</li>
<li>The thematic house of the Parc Naturel: Landscape, wildlife with interesting miniature constructions to relive your walking.</li>
<li>The cheese-factory of Val d’Aillon: Presentation of the manufacturing of local cheeses</li>
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<li class="style1"><span><strong> To Grenoble. </strong> Ryanair, easyjet and BMI fly to Grenoble airport.<br />
From Grenoble, train every hour to Aix les Bains (1h approx.):<a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/"> http://www.voyages-sncf.com/</a> <strong>To Lyon Saint Exupery</strong> Air France, Aer Lingus and British Airway fly to Lyon Airport.<br />
From Lyon, train every hour and half to Aix les Bains (1h20 approx.): <a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/">http://www.voyages-sncf.com/</a> <strong>To Geneve</strong> Air France, Aer Lingus and British Airway fly to Lyon Airport.</p>
<p>From Geneve, 4 or 5 trains a day to Aix les Bains (1h15 approx): <a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/">http://www.voyages-sncf.com/</a> <strong>To Paris</strong> Virtually all airlines fly to Paris</p>
<p>From Paris, many trains a day to Aix les Bains (3h30min approx.):<a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/"> http://www.voyages-sncf.com/</a></p>
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<li><strong>From Aix les Bains to Jarsy</strong> A complimentary transfer is included from Aix les Bains train station to our hotel in Jarsy at 10 am on Sunday. There is an option to reach Aix les Bains by train from Grenoble, Lyon, Geneve and Paris by 10 am. See <a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/">http://www.voyages-sncf.com/</a> For a later transfer, we can arrange a transfer by taxi (not included). A transfer from the smaller train station of St Pierre d&#8217;Albigny is also an option (cheaper). If you require an additional night before the start of the trip, see our options below.</li>
<li><strong>From Jarsy to Aix les Bains</strong> A complimentary transfer is included from Jarsy to Aix les Bains Day 7 on Saturday in order to be in the train station by 6 pm. There are trains to Grenoble, Lyon, Geneve and Paris after 6 pm. See <a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/">http://www.voyages-sncf.com/</a> For an earlier transfer,  we can arrange a transfer by taxi (not included). A transfer to the smaller train station of St Pierre d&#8217;Albigny is also an option (cheaper).If you need an additional night after the end of the trip, see our options below.</li>
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<p>5 nights in 2* hotel rooms, en-suite, full board basis</p>
<p>5 dinners</p>
<p>6 picnic lunches</p>
<p>5 breakfasts</p>
<p>Certified guide</p>
<p>Local Assistance</p>
<p>Transfer from Aix les Bains Day 1 at 10 am</p>
<p>Transfer to Aix les Bains Day 6 for 6 pm</p>
<p>All transfers between Day 2 and Day 6</p>
<p>Snowshoes + stick rental</p>
<p>Exhaustive &#8220;What to Bring&#8221; list</p>
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<p>Flights</p>
<p>Transfers from/to the airport to Aix les Bains</p>
<p>Single room supplement (see options)</p>
<p>Drinks</td>
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<td width="251" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">From    27/12 to 01/01</td>
<td width="184" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">760</td>
<td style="text-align: center;" rowspan="5" width="263" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">180</td>
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<td width="251" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">From 13/02 to 18/02</td>
<td style="text-align: center;" width="184" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">718</td>
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<td width="251" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">From 20/02 to 25/02</td>
<td style="text-align: center;" width="184" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">718</td>
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<td width="251" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">From 27/02 to 04/03</td>
<td style="text-align: center;" width="184" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">718</td>
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<td width="251" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">From 6/03 to 11/03</td>
<td style="text-align: center;" width="184" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">718</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Jarsy    2*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">50</td>
<td rowspan="11" width="241" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">25</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Aix les Bains    2*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">60</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Aix les Bains    3*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">80</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Grenoble 2*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">55</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Grenoble 3*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">70</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Geneve 2*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">65</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Geneve 3*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">85</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Lyon 2*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">60</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Lyon 3*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">75</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Paris 2*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">65</td>
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<td width="232" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Paris 3*</td>
<td width="223" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">90</td>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 09:34:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fabien</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Vercors Natural Park: A white traverse<strong>Availability From 13/12 to 01/04</h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/images/walking-holidays-vercors-intro.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="90" hspace="20" width="120" style="padding-top:16px;"></td><td><strong> 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.</td>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 style="text-align: right;"><a href="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/category/winter-holidays">All our winter trips</a></h3>
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<h5 style="font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #7c7c7d; background-color: #e5e5e5; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; padding-left: 10px;"><strong>7 Days/6Nights </strong><strong><img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate.gif" alt="" width="56" height="14" /> Hotel 2* Logis de France Half Board</strong> <strong>Availability From 13/12 to 01/04</strong> <strong> From €640 </strong></h5>
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<td class="style1" width="668" height="109"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-highlights.png" alt="Highlights" width="94" height="30" /><br />
<img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><span class="style23"><strong> Try </strong>a new and exciting activity: Snowshoes!<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /></strong> <strong>Discover</strong> a preserved alpine region: Vercors<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /></strong><strong> Enjoy</strong> the comfort of a fire in authentic accommodation.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /></strong><strong> Breathe</strong> the fresh and pure open air</span></td>
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<p class="style23">The Vercors natural park is a well preserved area of the French Alps, close to the city of Grenoble. This trip is a beautiful traverse  of Vercors, from the Meaudre village, surrounded by pine forests, to Lans en Vercors. The fauna is rich and animals shelter easily in the large forests. A pure winter walk, where you can feel what snow really smells like! You will discover one of the most stunning and varied environments for rambling: a classic!</p>
<p class="style23"><strong> <strong>Walking</strong></strong> with snowshoes doesn&#8217;t require any particular technique. It is something you will pick up very quickly as you go &#8211;  after about half an hour&#8217;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.</p>
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<p><small>View <a style="color: #0000ff; text-align: left;" href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&amp;hl=en&amp;msa=0&amp;msid=103724541608753534144.000474b919a2bc98b33c1&amp;ll=45.344424,5.234985&amp;spn=0.934322,1.895142&amp;z=8&amp;source=embed">Vercors Raquette</a> in a larger map</small></td>
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<p><small>View <a style="color: #0000ff; text-align: left;" href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&amp;hl=en&amp;msa=0&amp;msid=103724541608753534144.000474b947c97588c7564&amp;ll=45.143789,5.559769&amp;spn=0.117203,0.236893&amp;z=11&amp;source=embed">Vercors raquette focus</a> in a larger map</small></td>
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<div><img src="../images/walking-holidays-vercors-gradients.gif" alt="Gradients" width="697" height="135" /></div>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /> Day 1 &#8211; Meaudre</strong></p>
<p class="style23">Make your way to Meaudre from Grenoble. Then you can try out the snowshoes at your own leisure</p>
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<td class="style1grey" width="239"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong> Day 2 &#8211; Circular Walk Meaudre (5h00, +300m, -300m)</strong></span></p>
<p class="style23">Discover the cretes around Meaudre and make your first steps with your snowshoes. With a bit of luck, you can see chamois, deer and foxes&#8230;</p>
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<td class="style1grey" width="223"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong> Day 3 &#8211; To Autrans (5h00, +300m, -300m)</strong></span></p>
<p class="style23">Traverse  the hills between the 2 villages and pass by many typical hamlets, as well as the Olympic springboard!</p>
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<td class="style1grey" width="218"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:</strong> 2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong> Day 4 &#8211; Circular Walk Autrans (5h00, +600m, -600m)</strong></span></p>
<p class="style23">Experience the immensity of the Geve plateau, where you can view the Isere valley.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town: </strong>Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /> Day 5 &#8211; To Croix Perrin (5h00, +450m)</strong></p>
<p class="style23">Tonight you will sleep right in the heart of the mountains, in a comfortable 2* Auberge.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation</strong>: Comfortable 2* Auberge set in the mountains &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /> Day 6 &#8211; To Lans en Vercors (6h00, +600m, -1000m)</strong></p>
<p class="style23">Change of scenery as you discover the valley of Villard de Lans.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8211; room en suite</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /> Day 7 &#8211; Lans en Vercors</strong></p>
<p class="style23">Optional circular walk around Lans en Vercors through the &#8220;Moucherottes&#8221;, depending on the bus schedule back to Grenoble</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town: </strong>Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants</p>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="4" valign="top">About the hotels</td>
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<td class="style1" width="178" height="114" align="center" valign="top"><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.web2designer.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/walking-holidays-vercors-hotel-autrans-1.jpg" alt="Zakopane" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td class="style1" width="177" align="center" valign="top"><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.web2designer.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/walking-holidays-vercors-hotel-croix-perrin.jpg" alt="Sd" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td class="style1" colspan="2" width="172" height="114" align="center" valign="top">The standard for this trip is a 2* Hotel with all rooms en suite. Note that these hotels been carefully selected for their comfort, location, friendliness and character, and are subject to availability. If the hotel described is not available we provide you with the same standard of comfort &amp; price.</td>
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<td class="style1" colspan="2" valign="top">Lunch boxes are provided every day. They are really tasty and plentiful. They usually contain a ham or chicken sandwich, a salad, fruit &amp; a drink.</td>
<td class="style1" colspan="2" valign="top">Luggage transfer Days 3,5,6</p>
<p>The rest of the time, your luggage stays at the hotel.</p>
<p>Either way, you will only carry your day pack!</td>
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<li class="style1"><span class="style15"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana;">To Grenoble. </span></strong><span class="style15"><span class="style24"> Ryanair, easyjet and BMI fly to Grenoble airport.</span></span>From the airport, shuttle bus to Grenoble bus/train station within one hour of the flight arrival (45min)<a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/"></a><strong>To Lyon Saint Exupery</strong>Air France, Aer Lingus and British Airway fly to Lyon Airport.From the airport, shuttle bus to Grenobel bus/train station every hour (1h)<strong>To Marseille</strong>From Marseille, take a train to Grenoble. Every hour approx, 3h20.<strong>To Paris</strong><a href="http://www.voyages-sncf.com/">TGV direct to Grenoble, 3h.</a>
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<li class="style1"><span class="style15"><span class="style24"><strong>From Grenoble to Meaudre</strong>Bus every 2h to Meaudre in 1h25min (7 a day, latest at 6:30 pm)
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<li class="style1"><span class="style15"><span class="style24"><strong>From Lans en Vercors to Grenoble</strong>Many buses a day from 6:30 am to 7 pm in 50min
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<p>6 nights in 2* hotels or equivalent standard</p>
<p>Half Board basis (6 dinners + 6 breakfasts)</p>
<p>Luggage transfer Days 3,5,6</p>
<p>Step by Step walking notes (roadbook)</p>
<p>Detailed hiking map IGN Top 25: 3235 OT</p>
<p>Local Assistance</p>
<p>Transfer Autrans &#8211; Ski lift de la Sure</p>
<p>Ski lift de la Sure pass</p>
<p>Exhaustive &#8220;What to Bring&#8221; list</p>
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<p>Flights</p>
<p>Transfers from/to the airport</p>
<p>Lunches (see options)</p>
<p>Snowshoe rental (see options)</p>
<p>Optional transfers during the walk</td>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="164" height="38" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Period</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="101" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Price pps (€)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="186" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Single room    supplement  (€)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="125" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Picnic Lunches (€)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="297" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Snowshoes +    telescopic stick rental (€)</td>
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<p>High Season</p>
<p>from 05/02/11 to    06/03/11</p>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">765</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">150</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">75</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">60</td>
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<td width="164" height="58" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Low Season</p>
<p>from<br />
14/12/10 to    04/02/11</p>
<p>from 07/03/10 to 01/04/10</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">640</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">120</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">75</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">60</td>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="250" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">Low Season from 14/12/10 to    05/02/11  from 07/03/11 to 01/04/11</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="224" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">High Season from 06/02/11 to    06/03/11</td>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">2*    in Vercors</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€52pps (+€25 single    room)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€67pps (+€30 single    room)</td>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">3*    in Vercors</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€70pps (+€30 single    room)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€75pps (+€30 single    room)</td>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="211" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">2* in Grenoble</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€55pps (+€25 single    room)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€55pps (+€25 single    room)</td>
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<td style="vertical-align: middle;" width="211" height="19" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">3* in Grenoble</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€70pps (+€25 single    room)</td>
<td style="vertical-align: middle;" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">€70pps (+€25 single    room)</td>
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		<title>High Atlas: Toubkal Express 4167m (Walking Holidays)</title>
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		<dc:creator>Fabien</dc:creator>
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<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-toubkalex.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul>  <li>Summit Mt Toubkal 4167m, the highest summit in North Africa, and</li><li>Admire panoramic views of the plains of the north and of the desert of the south.</li><li>Make use of the second highest refuge in africa (3200m), and 3* hotel in Marrakesh for comfort.</li>  <li>Enjoy atmospheric Marrakech, with its mazes serpent charmers, market, delicious spicy food, &#038; freshly squeezed oranges juices.</li>   </ul>  </span></td>
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<h5>Guided &#8211; 5 Days/4 Nights  <strong><img src="/images/walking-grade-challenging.gif" alt="" width="56" height="14" align="absmiddle" /> 3* Hotels &amp; Camp all year round </strong><strong> </strong><strong>From €200</strong></h5>
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<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><strong>Scale </strong>the summit of Mt Toubkal (4167m), the highest  summit in North Africa.</p>
<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" />&gt;<strong>Admire </strong>panoramic views  of the  plains to the north and of the desert to the south.</p>
<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><strong>Experience </strong>contrasts at  the second highest refuge in  Africa (3200m), and at a 3* hotel in Marrakech.</p>
<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> <strong>Soak up </strong>the magical atmosphere in Marrakech.<span class="style23"><br />
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<p class="style1">A Walking Holiday in the High Atlas, Morocco, also taking in the magical  city of Marrakech. Prepare for an exciting trek in this impressive  mountain range. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and mythological  significance of your surroundings as you interact with the local Berber  people.</p>
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<p class="style1">This trip brings you to the highest summit in North  Africa, the Jebel Toubkal [4167m]. Although this trip doesn&#8217;t  present  any major difficulties or technicalities, we rate it â€œChallenging&#8221;  as  there is an average of 1500m ascent per day.</p>
<p>Our local English-speaking certified   guide will show you the way, while the muleteers cook some tasty  Moroccan food for you&#8230; and their mules carry your luggage!<br />
In Marrakech, you will stay in an en-suite room in a  typical  Riad 3*  hotel in the medina. In the desert, our team will set up a camp  every  night &#8211; except on Day 6 when we will stay with a Berber family, in their   traditional flat-roofed house.</p>
<p>Welcome to the most fascinating  country in  North Africa!</td>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 1 &#8211; Coming to Marrakech</strong></p>
<p class="style1">After picking you up at Marrakech Menara Airport,   you will be transferred to your 3* hotel, 10 minutes away from Djemaa El   Fna.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong>Town:</strong>All facilities, ATM, Internet, food markets, souvenirs.</p>
<p><strong>Hotel:</strong>3* Hotel, en-suite. Located in a residential area, 10 mins from &#8220;Jamal   el fna&#8221;.</td>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><strong>DAY 2 &#8211; Marrakech (450 m) &#8211; Asni                         &#8211; Ait Misane valley &#8211; Imlil (1750 m) &#8211; Toubkal refuge                         (3200 m) [5h, +1450]</strong></p>
<p class="style1">Transfer to Imlil at 1750m in a walnut tree valley &#8211; there&#8217;s a Berber    souk here on Saturdays! Here we meet our team  of Berber muleteers.               We start our walk in the late morning, reaching &#8220;Marabout   Sidi Chemharouchâ€ (2250m) in about 2 hours. Here, our cook has prepared a   lunch made of salad, vegetables, mint tea, dessert and seasonal fruits.   We then continue to climb on a very easy mule track, until we reach    Toubkal refuge at 3200m.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Camp at Base Camp (3200m)<strong> Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch and dinner.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 3 &#8211; Refuge du Toubkal- Base Camp (3200   m) &#8211; summit of the Toubkal (4167 m) &#8211; Camp [5h, +967m]</strong></p>
<p class="style1">It&#8217;s an early start today as we attempt one of the   most popular treks in the country. The trail is steep, but neither    technical nor dangerous. After 3h, we reach the summit. From here you   will enjoy panoramic views  of the plains of the north and of the desert   in the south. Back at camp there&#8217;s some refreshing mint tea awaiting   us.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong>Camp: </strong>Camp at Base Camp (3200m)<strong> Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch and dinner.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 4 &#8211; Camp de base du Toubkal                         (3200 m) &#8211; Sidi Chemharouch &#8211; Aremd &#8211; Imlil &#8211; Asni &#8211; Back                         to Marrakech [4h, -1450m]</strong></p>
<p class="style1">This morning we begin a steady descent to the â€œMarabout de Sidi   Chemharouch&#8221; (2250m), a pilgrimage site for Berbers where cures for ills   are sought. Access to the site is only authorised  for Muslims, but you   can see the famous white rock looming above the river. Coming  to Imlil   at 1750m, we will enjoy a typical Berber lunch. We arrive at our hotel    in Marrakech around 2pm.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong>Town</strong>: All facilities, ATM, Internet, food markets,   souvenirs. <strong>Hotel</strong>: 3* Hotel, en-suite. Located in a   residential area, 10 mins from &#8220;Jamal el fna&#8221;.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 5 &#8211; end of the trip</strong></p>
<p class="style1">After breakfast we transfer you to the airport and   bid you adieu.</p>
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<p class="style1">In Marrakech, we have selected a hotel with a high standard of quality   and service. During your stay, you are welcome to avail of all the   facilities the hotel has to offer; swimming pool, sauna, solarium etc.</p>
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<td width="175" height="104" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-riadmarrakech.jpg" alt="Portugos" width="120" height="91" /></td>
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<p class="style1">Personal baggage, cooking equipment and food   are   carried by the mules, leaving you to carry only</p>
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<p class="style1">During the trek, meals are cooked by our camel drivers. The food   provided is fresh and healthy. <strong>For Breakfast</strong>: Jam,   bread, cookies, fruit. <strong>For Lunch</strong>: Salad, tomatoes,   carrots, seasonal fruit, and fish (sardines, tuna). <strong>For Dinner</strong>:   Tajine, couscous, olives, nuts, etc.</p>
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<strong>Average temperatures (°C)</strong></td>
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<li class="style1"><strong>From Dublin</strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong>- Aer Lingus to Agadir from   November to March- Air France and BA to Casablanca (year round)- BA to Marrakech (October to March)- From                  London, Ryanair to Marrakech, BA and Air France.- Alternatively, you can also combine 2 non-connnecting   flights, ie: Ryanair/Aer Lingus to gatwick + easyJet to Marrakech (see   flights from London below)</li>
<li class="style1"><strong>From London</strong>- Ryanair from Luton- easyJet From Gatwick- BA to Marrakech (October to March)</li>
<li class="style1">From Agadir we can arrange a taxi to collect you (see   options below). This journey is possible by bus, but takes 6   hours approx.</li>
<li class="style1">From Casablanca take a taxi (20min) to   Casablanca&#8217;s train station (€30) + train to Marrakesh (3h duration,   every 2hs, €10). Alternatively, we can transfer you (see options below)</li>
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<p>- Mountain guide,  cook, muleteers, and porters   (if need in bad weather).</p>
<p>- Rooms en-suite in Marrakech and camp at        3200m</p>
<p>- Full        Board during the trek, B&amp;B basis in   Marrakesh</p>
<p>- Luggage transported by us everyday &#8211; during the day you   only carry your day pack!</p>
<p>- Transfer from Marrakech airport</p>
<p>- Transfer to/from the beginning of the trek</ul>
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<p>- Flights</p>
<p>- Holiday Insurance (recommended)</p>
<p>- Dinners in Marrakech</p>
<p>- Crampons, sleeping bags</ul>
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<td colspan="3" height="24" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"><strong>Anytime (2 persons minimum)<br />
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<td width="147" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"><strong>Climbing equipment</strong>(optional) between November and May</td>
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<td width="78" height="37" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">2-3 persons</td>
<td width="75" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">4-5 persons</td>
<td width="86" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">6 persons or more</td>
<td width="147" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">four seasons sleeping bag, €5pp per day</td>
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<td width="57" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">All year round<br />
inclusive</td>
<td height="24" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€252</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€220</td>
<td height="24" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€200</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">Crampons €5pp per day (only useful in April or May)</td>
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<td rowspan="2" width="275" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>Transfer to Marrakech</strong><strong> from Casablanca or Agadir (one way) </strong></td>
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<td width="68" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">All year round</td>
<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87" bordercolor="#FFFFFF">€20 double/twin</p>
<p>€30 single room</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87" bordercolor="#FFFFFF">€40 double/twin</p>
<p>€50 single room</td>
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<div style="text-align: left;">up to 4 persons: €90</div>
<div style="text-align: left;">up to 12 persons: €150</div>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Mt Blanc: The Grand Tour<strong>Available Jun to Aug<img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate+.gif" height="14" width="56"></strong><strong>7 days / 6 nights</strong></h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-tmb.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul><li>Follow the famous Tour of the Mont Blanc in 7 days walk</li><li>Discover 3 different cultures and their gastronomy [French, Italian &#038; Swiss]</li><li>Witness gigantic glacier and massive 4000m peaks</li><li>Relax in our typical mountain chalet huts!.</li></ul></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table>]]></description>
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<img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><span class="style23"><strong> Follow </strong>the famous &#8220;Tour du Mt Blanc&#8221; in a walk of 7 days..<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /></strong><strong> Discover </strong>3 different cultures and their gastronomy; French, Italian and Swiss. .<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Witness </strong>gigantic glaciers and massive 4000m peaks..<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /></strong><strong> Relax</strong> in our typical mountain chalet huts!</span></td>
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<p class="style23">A Walking Holiday around Mont Blanc in France, Italy, and Switzerland. The &#8220;Tour du Mont Blanc&#8221;, also called &#8220;TMB&#8221;, is one of the most famous and iconic walking trails through the Alps. It passes through three countries offering three diverse experiences; the Italian slopes with their large rock faces, the Swiss slopes with their soft valleys and the French glacial slopes.<br />
The route below was selected so as to allow you to carry as little heavy equipment as possible. There is no need for a bivouac, tent, stove or pan so you can hike in comfort with just a day pack. Altitude ranges between 1164 m (Argentiere) and 2671 m (Window of Arpette). The paths are well marked in general and should not cause any trouble for hikers with a reasonable level of fitness.</p>
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<p class="style13"><strong>Our team</strong> has specially designed this trip to allow you to experience the highest peaks in Western Europe. During the hikes you just have to take your day pack while we transfer the rest of your luggage to the next stage. One Food Abroad also provide detailed walking notes and maps, which help you get the most out of your time in the mountains.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /></strong><strong>DAY 1 &#8211; Coming to Les Contamines (1150m)**<br />
</strong>After your flight to Geneva, you will be pre-booked in a modern hotel in the heart of Les Contamines, close to all facilities.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-france.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" border="0" /> Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shop, all facilities.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* chalet-style hotel, right in the centre of the resort and in a quiet and sunny location. Balconies, terraces, swimming pool, sauna and fantastic views of the valley! Double rooms en-suite.</td>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" />DAY 2 &#8211; Col de la Croix du Bonhomme 2433m [6h, +1319m].<br />
</strong>Today you will have to carry your overnight gear, while the rest of your luggage is being transported to the next stage at the &#8220;Refuge des Mottets&#8221; (See Day 3). From Les Contamines (1164m), the path ascends gradually to Notre Dame de la Gorge (1210m). You can visit the small, renovated church before ascending more steeply along the Roman way to the Refuge de la Balme (1706m). Shortly after, you will have the option to go to the &#8220;Lac Jovet&#8221; (2174m) in a natural reserve (+2hrs return), or to continue straight on.<br />
At the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme (2483m), we enter the Beaufortain province. The Refuge &#8220;Croix du Bonhomme&#8221; (2433m) is our reststop for the night.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-france.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" border="0" /> Facilities: </strong>Food shop at the refuge, phone.<strong><br />
Accommodation: </strong> Very comfortable mountain hut [2433m]. Hot water showers. Rooms of 4 &amp; 6 beds.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 course dinner</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /></strong><strong>DAY 3 &#8211; To the Refuge des Mottets (1887m) [1: 5h30 +313 -876m, 2: 5h, +316 -879].<br />
</strong>For this stage, you have 2 options. Both routes are beautiful, but the first should only be attempted if the weather permits!</p>
<p class="style1"><strong>1-</strong> A challenging route up to the &#8220;Col des Fours&#8221; (2265m), then steeply down to Les Turfs (1993m). It&#8217;s an impressive walk below Mt Tondu (3150m).</p>
<p class="style1"><strong>2-</strong> The easy way down to &#8220;Les Chapieux&#8221; (1554m) through grassland. Then, an easy trail up to the &#8220;Refuge des Mottets&#8221; (1887m).</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-france.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" border="0" /> Facilities: </strong>Food shop, phone.<br />
<strong>Accommodation: </strong>Rooms of 4 &amp; 6 beds. Hot water showers, open fire.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 course dinner</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" />DAY 4 &#8211; Col de la Seigne &#8211; Col de Checroui 1956m [7h, +974m, -888m].<br />
</strong>The &#8220;Col de la Seigne&#8221; (2516m) opens on the Italian side on the valley called &#8220;Goms Veni&#8221;. A short ascent to the summit of Mount Fortin (2758m) will give you breathtaking views of the massive &#8220;Brenva&#8221; face of Mt Blanc. Then, an easy balcony trail brings you to the &#8220;Refuge de Maison Vieille&#8221; (1956m), where you will spend the night.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-Italy.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" /></strong> <strong>Facilities: </strong>Food shop, phone.<br />
<strong>Accommodation: </strong>Rooms of 4 &amp; 6 beds. Hot water showers, open fire.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 course dinner</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" />DAY 5 &#8211; To Courmayeur 1244m &amp; to Champex 1470m [7h, +1201m, -1345m].<br />
</strong>Descent to Courmayeur (1244m) under the ridge of the &#8220;Mont de la Saxe&#8221; (2348m) with great views of the &#8220;Mont Blanc&#8221; (4810m) and two other 4000m peaks; &#8220;Grande Jorasse&#8221; &amp; the &#8220;Dent du Geant&#8221;. From Courmayeur (1244m), there is a short transfer to Arnuva (1769m) by bus ( €2.50) to avoid walking on the road. Ascend to the &#8220;Col Ferret&#8221; (2490m) that marks the border with Switzerland. Then descend into the &#8220;Goms Ferret&#8221; where you can enjoy a rest and even a drink while waiting for your direct bus to Champex-Lac (1470m) at 17h30 (€5).</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-switzerland.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" border="0" /> Town: </strong>ATM, food shop, bar, pubs, internet<br />
<strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel, double rooms, great views of the valley.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 course dinner.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /></strong><strong>DAY 6 &#8211; Trient 1326m [6h, +1201m, -1345m].<br />
</strong>Today you have two options from which to choose:<br />
<strong>1-</strong> Take the relaxing path along green pastures to the &#8220;Col de Forclaz&#8221; (1526m) and descend to the picturesque village of Trient (1300m).<br />
<strong>2-</strong> Follow the challenging &#8220;Fenetre d&#8221;â„¢Arpette&#8221; (2671m), close to the giant Seracs of the &#8220;Glacier du Trient&#8221;.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-switzerland.jpg" alt="flag" width="17" height="17" /> Town: </strong>Food shop.<strong><br />
Accommodation: </strong>Simple &#8220;ËœRelais-Auberge&#8221;â„¢ (inn), double rooms, the hotel has a lot of charm and the owner, Eliana, will make you feel right at home.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 course dinner</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /></strong><strong>DAY 7 &#8211; Col de Balme &#8211; Chamonix 1150m [5h, +865m, -941m].<br />
</strong>There is a steep ascent to the Col de Balme (2191m) at the French border, but the views over the valley of Chamonix are tremendous. We take a &#8220;variant&#8221; path leaving the main TMB on our right. The descent on the French side to the village of Montroc (1354m) is easy . Here, you can either walk to Chamonix (1150m), or take a short train ride [15mins, every half an hour].</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-france.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" border="0" /> Town: </strong>ATM, food shop, Internet, all facilities, pub, bar and clubs!<br />
<strong>Accommodation:</strong> 2* hotel in the heart of the town, very friendly and homely atmosphere. En-suite.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast. We don&#8217;t include the dinner here as we thought it would be more fun for you to choose from the dozens of restaurants and &#8220;brasseries&#8221; that Chamonix has to offer.</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /></strong><strong>DAY 8 &#8211; Chamonix. End of the adventure**.<br />
</strong>After breakfast, we bid you farewell. We also recommend that you spend some extra time in Chamonix &#8211; why not take the cable-car up to the &#8220;Aiguille du Midi (3870m) for a closer look at Mont Blanc?</p>
<p><strong>Note: </strong>We can also arrange for you to attempt the summit at 4810m!</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/hiking-flag-france.jpg" alt="flag" width="25" height="17" border="0" /> Meal: </strong>Breakfast</p>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #729630; border: 3px double #ECF1E7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="4" valign="top">How To Get There</td>
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<td colspan="4" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="12"><strong>To Switzerland</strong>The easiest way is to fly to Geneva with Aer Lingus, BA or Swissair.</td>
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<td colspan="4" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="105"><strong>To start your walk: Les Contamines</strong>- Best option: Shared shuttle bus (2h00 &#8211; 40€pps each way). See <a href="http://www.ski-lifts.com">www.ski-lifts.com</a>.- BUS: Take a bus from Geneva airport to St Gervais le Fayet (takes 2hrs, €30). Then take another from St Gervais le Fayet to Les Contamines (takes 15mins, €7). <a href="http://www.sat-montblanc.com">www.sat-montblanc.com.</a><br />
- TRAIN: Alternatively, you can travel by train (1hr30) to St Gervais le Fayet and then take a bus Les Contamines.</td>
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<td colspan="4" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="36"><strong>Back home</strong><strong> </strong>There is an early bus from Chamonix to Geneva airport (2hrs, €35). <a href="index.html">www.sat-montblanc.com</a>&nbsp;</td>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #729630; border: 3px double #ECF1E7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="4" valign="top">About The trip</td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="2" valign="top">Included</td>
<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="2" valign="top">Not Included</td>
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<li class="style1">4 nights in a 2* hotel, 3 nights in refuge</li>
<li class="style1">Full Board except pinic lunch Day 7</li>
<li class="style1">Your Luggage transported from hotel to hotel. except on day 2, see above.</li>
<li class="style1"><a href="/what-we-do-for-you.html">Detailed Walking Notes</a></li>
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<li class="style1">Flights</li>
<li class="style1">Holiday Insurance &#8211; recommended</li>
<li class="style1">Drinks</li>
<li class="style1">The 2 public buses [day 5]</li>
<li class="style1">Transfers from/to airport</li>
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<p class="style23">Please note that all of our hotels, refuges and guest houses have been carefully selected for their comfort, location, food, friendliness and character, and are subject to availability. If the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with one of the same standard of comfort &amp; price.</p>
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<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top" height="18"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-contamines.jpg" alt="contamines" width="120" height="80" /><br />
Night 1 &#8211; 2* hotel</td>
<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-bonhomme.jpg" alt="contamines" width="120" height="80" />Night 2 &#8211; refuge</td>
<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top" height="18"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-mottets.jpg" alt="contamines" width="120" height="90" /><br />
Night 3 &#8211; refuge</td>
<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-checrouy.jpg" alt="contamines" width="120" height="90" />Night 4 &#8211; refuge</td>
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<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top" width="150" height="113"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-champex.jpg" alt="contamines" width="108" height="99" /><br />
Night 5 &#8211; 2*hotel</td>
<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top" width="191"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-trient.jpg" alt="contamines" width="108" height="99" />Night 6 &#8211; Auberge</td>
<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top" width="128" height="113"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-chamonix.jpg" alt="contamines" width="108" height="99" /><br />
Night 7 &#8211; 2*hotel</td>
<td class="style1" align="center" valign="top" width="220"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-tmb-dbd8.jpg" alt="Photo day8" width="120" height="99" />Official &#8220;Tour du Mont Blanc&#8221; Marker</td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="2" valign="top">Llunches</td>
<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="2" valign="top">Luggage</td>
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<p class="style23">&#8220;Lunch boxes&#8221; are provided every day. They are filling and very tasty. They usually contain ham or chicken sandwiches (vegetarian options available), a salad and fruit.</p>
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<p class="style23">Luggage transported by us from hotel to hotel. During the walks<br />
you only carry your day pack! Except on Day 2 where you will have to carry your overnight gear.</p>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #729630; border: 3px double #ECF1E7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="4">Prices &amp; Options</td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Price</strong><br />
(€)</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Single departure supplement<br />
</strong>(€)</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Single Room<br />
Supplement<br />
</strong>(€)</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Transfer from/to Geneva airport</strong> (€)</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Rafting Day 8 in Chamonix</strong></td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">End of June to early September</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">590</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">200</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" height="14">90</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" height="14"><span class="style1">up to 6 people: €250 each way<br />
up to 4 people: €200 each way</span></td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" height="14">€50 per person</td>
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<td rowspan="3" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="14"><strong>Period</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7"><strong>Extra Night in Chamonix</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7"><strong>Extra Night in Geneva</strong></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="26"><strong>2*<br />
&amp;<br />
breakfast</strong> (€)</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="26"><strong>3*<br />
&amp;<br />
breakfast</strong> (€)</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7"><strong>2*<br />
&amp;<br />
breakfast</strong> (€)</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7"><strong>3*<br />
&amp;<br />
breakfast</strong> (€)</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="61" height="14">Single room €</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="64">Double room<br />
(€ pps)</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="40" height="14">Single room €</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="49">Double room<br />
(€ pps)</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="51" height="14">Single room €</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="55">Double room<br />
(€ pps)</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="98" height="14">Single room €</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="83">Double room<br />
(€ pps)</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7">End of June to early september</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="61">80</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7">60</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" width="40">100</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7">80</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">85</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">65</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">110</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#95b6e7">85</td>
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<td colspan="9" align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#95b6e7" height="14"><strong>Special rates for groups of 6+</strong></td>
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<li class="style1"><strong>Single Room Supplement: €90</strong></li>
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<li class="style1"><strong>Additional night and breakfast in Chamonix or Les Contamines<br id="hj0x3" /><br />
</strong>2* Hotel: Twins / Double Room en-suite + Breakfast: €60pps (single €80)<br id="hj0x4" /><br />
3* Hotel: Twins / Double Room en-suite + Breakfast: €80pps (single €100)</li>
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<li class="style1"><strong>Additional night and breakfast in Geneva<br id="hj0x3" /><br />
</strong>2* Hotel: Twins / Double Room en-suite + Breakfast: €65pps (single €90)<br id="hj0x4" /><br />
3* Hotel: Twins / Double Room en-suite + Breakfast: €85pps (single €110)</li>
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<li class="style1"><strong>Transfer from/to Geneva airport<br id="c7ik" /><br />
</strong>up to 4 people: €200 each way<br id="c7ik0" /><br />
up to 6 people: €250 each way</li>
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<li class="style1"><strong>Rafting Day 8 in Chamonix:</strong> We can help you to book</li>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>High Atlas: Berber Villages<strong>Available year round<img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate.gif" height="14" width="56"></strong><strong>8 days / 7 nights</strong></h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-berber.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul><li>Experience traditional berber life style, unchanged for hundreds of years</li><li>Explore the splendid remoteness of the High Atlas. Here the food has to be carried by Mule.</li><li>Admire the most magnificent african culture: incomparable food, fabrics, wood and metal carvering.</li><li>Enjoy atmospheric Marrakech: markets, serpent charmers, food stalls, tropical fruits &#038; freshly squeezed oranges juices.</li></ul></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table>]]></description>
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<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><span class="style23"><strong> Experience</strong> the traditional Berber life style, unchanged for hundreds of years.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Explore</strong> the splendid remoteness of the High Atlas, where mules are the primary mode of transport.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /></strong><strong> Admire</strong> the most magnificent Arab and African cultures: incomparable food, fabrics, metal and wood   carving.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Relax</strong> in the delightful village of Deia  where the famous poet Robert Graves lived.</span></td>
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<p class="style23">Enjoy a Walking Holiday in the High Atlas exploring remote Berber villages in Morocco, then discover a wealth of culture in Marrakech.</p>
<p class="style23">A splendid hike in one of the most remote areas of the High Atlas, featuring picturesque hanging villages, wide green valleys and imposing 4000m peaks. Here, life has barely changed in 300 years. You will discover the true Berber lifestyle and taste indigenous foods like Tajine, Couscous, and incomparable olive oil. You  will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide and Berber muleteers  who will facilitate you in meeting the locals.  Evenings are spent in typical Berber villages where you will experience their world-famous friendliness. Submerge yourself in this refreshingly simple culture by spending your nights in traditional Berber houses.</p>
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<p class="style23">In Marrakech, you will stay in a 3* hotel, located in a residential area &#8211; perfect to chill out after wandering around Djemaa El Fna&#8217;s medina quarter and its <em>souks</em> (markets). In the mountains you will stay in comfortable, but basic, mountain refuges and with Berber families in their traditional flat-roofed house.</p>
<p>Our local English-speaking certified mountain guide will show you the way while the Muleteers cook some tasty Moroccan food for you and their Mules carry your luggage!</td>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong> DAY 1 &#8211; Coming to Marrakech<br />
</strong></span>After picking you up at Marrakech Menara Airport, you will be transferred to your 3* hotel, 10 minutes away from Djemaa El Fna.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town</strong>: All facilities, ATM, Internet, food markets, souvenirs.<br />
<strong>Hotel</strong>: 3* Hotel, en-suite. Located in a residential area, 10 mins from &#8220;Jamal el fna&#8221;.<br />
<strong>Meals</strong>: Marrakech is full of fantastic places to eat, so we decided not to include dinner here.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong> DAY 2 &#8211; To Imeskar, in the High Atlas (4h, +336m)<br />
</strong>Short transfer (1hr) at 8h30 to Asni, where we will meet our team of Berber Muleteers (mule drivers) and our cook. While you enjoy</span> the traditional  mint tea in a Berber cafe, our team will load the mules. We enter the green valley of Imenane, where we will lunch by the side of the river. For the second part of the day, it&#8217;s a slow climb to the village of Imeskar, where we will spend the night.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation: </strong> Friendly family-run guest house.<br />
<strong>Meals:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, &amp; (amazing) dinner.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong> DAY 3 &#8211; Imeskar to  Gliz (5h, +600m -480m)<br />
</strong></span>We follow a steady mule track across a small valley, under the shade of imposing walnut trees until we lunch close to the river. Then we carry on  up to the preserved hamlet of Tidili, and finally to peaceful Gliz, where a refreshing mint tea and a tasty tajine await us!</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Friendly family-run guest house.<br />
<strong>Meals:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong> DAY 4 &#8211; Gliz to Ouaneskra (6h30, 13km, +900m -660m)<br />
</strong> </span>With several mountain passes on the way, today can be seen as challenging. First, you will climb up to the &#8220;col&#8221; or mountain pass Tizin Oukaimden (2600m) passing through juniper trees, then down through the ski slopes of the highest ski resort in Africa. On the way you will be able to admire rupestral (rock) paintings. You will then follow the path of the Oukaimden River and stop for lunch. You will climb again up to the &#8220;Col Eddi&#8221; (2900 m), in front of the perfectly shaped Angour Mountain. From here it&#8217;s a long descent into the Imenane valley and the village of Imenane.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation</strong>: Gite Refuge in the village. The Gite is managed by the inhabitants and most of its profits go to the local community.<br />
<strong>Meals</strong>: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong>DAY 5 &#8211; Ouaneskra to Imlil &amp; the &#8220;Valley of the Walnut trees&#8221; (4h, +80m, -550m)<br />
</strong></span>After yesterday&#8217;s challenge, you will appreciate this short and quite easy stage. You will first walk along an easy trail at the foot of Mt Akswal (3200m), on a ridge looking over the Imenane valley. It will offer you some nice scenic views of the Ait Misane and Imenane valley. Then you will walk down through a pine forest to the bustling market town of Imlil. You will have lunch and spend the night here at the gite of Imlil. The afternoon is free. The gite has a terrace and an unbeatable view of the Mt Toubkal (4160m), the highest peak in North Africa.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation</strong>: Comfortable Gite/refuge with spacious terrace.<br />
<strong>Meals</strong>: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong>DAY 6 &#8211; Imlil to Aissa [5h30,  +460m, -580m]<br />
</strong>We follow a mule trail along the Ait Misane valley to the picturesque village of Ait Talaoul. We continue to the market town of Taddert and finally to Aguersioual.                    Then we leave the &#8220;Valley of the Walnut trees&#8221; and head to the village of Matate, where an ancient mine once supported the local economy. We will have lunch close to a spring. Then we climb to the &#8220;Col de Toudate&#8221;, and descend to &#8220;The valley of the Colours&#8221;, so named because of the vibrant gray, ochre and red soil. We will spend the night at  AISSA</span>: a traditional Berber-run mountain guesthouse.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Traditional Berber-run guest house in the mountains.<br />
<strong>Meals:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong> DAY 7 &#8211; Aissa to Imioughlad and back to Marrakech (4h, +390m, -476m)<br />
</strong></span>We walk high in the Azaden valley, the most beautiful valley of the Toubkal region. We cross the &#8220;Col Tacht&#8221; (2000m) then a long descent (1hr30) through juniper and green walnut trees. We lunch here in the Ait Misane valley again. You will then be transferred to Marrakech, via Asni. Free Afternoon, so you can discover the &#8220;pink city&#8221; and all what Marrakech has to offer.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town &amp; Hotel</strong>: Same as Day 1.<br />
<strong>Meals</strong>: Breakfast, Lunch. Marrakech is full of fantastic places to eat, so we decided not to include the dinner here.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style7"><strong> DAY 8 &#8211; End of the trip.<br />
</strong>After breakfast we  transfer you to the airport, and bid you farewell!</span></p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Meals: </strong>Breakfast</p>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="6" valign="top">Accommodation in Marrakech</td>
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<p class="style23">Le Grand Imilchil Hotel in Marrakech is located in a residential area and is well connected to all parts of the city. It is located 10 minutes from Djemaa El Fna, the bustling square of the medina, where you can see the <em>souks</em>. The hotel is located close to Gueliz and designer shops.  During your stay, you can enjoy the swimming pool, solarium and all other facilities the hotel has to offer.</p>
<p class="style23">Nights on Day 1 &amp; 7 are spent here. If the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with another hotel of the same comfort and price.</p>
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<div><strong><img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-hotel5.jpg" alt="Hotel" width="150" height="100" /><br />
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<td width="177" align="center" valign="top"><strong><img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-hotel2.jpg" alt="Hotel" width="150" height="100" /><br />
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<td width="175" align="center" valign="top"><strong><img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-riadmarrakech.jpg" alt="Riad" width="150" height="100" /></strong></td>
<td width="186" align="center" valign="top"><strong><img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-hotel1.jpg" alt="Hotel" width="150" height="100" /></strong></td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="6" valign="top">Accommodation DURING THE WALKING DAYS</td>
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<p class="style23">Family-run guest houses in small Berber villages and mountain refuges will be arranged for you from Day 2 to Day 6. These guest houses are located in the heart of the Atlas range where facilities and commodities are basic. This trip is designed for adventurous people, ready to leave their home comforts aside for a week, while exploring  a completely different lifestyle and culture. Flushing toilets and hot water for showers are not always available, but the experience will be worth it!</p>
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<p class="style23">During the trek, meals are cooked by our Berber muleteers. The food provided is fresh and healthy. <strong>For Breakfast</strong>: Jam, bread, cookies, fruit. <strong>For Lunch</strong>: Salad, tomatoes, carrots, seasonal fruit, and fish (sardines, tuna). <strong>For Dinner</strong>: Tajine, couscous, olives, nuts, etc.</p>
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<p class="style23">Personal baggage, cooking equipment and food   are carried by the mules, leaving you to carry only a rucksack with whatever you need close at hand for the day.</p>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-berber-temp.gif" alt="Temperatures" width="292" height="125" /><br />
Average temperatures (°C)</td>
<td colspan="4" align="center" valign="middle"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-berber-rain.gif" alt="Temperatures" width="292" height="125" /><br />
Average rain (mm)</td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="4">Not Included</td>
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<ul>
<li class="style1">Transfer from/to Marrakech airport</li>
<li class="style1">Transfer by mini-bus or by taxi from/to the mountains</li>
<li class="style1">Luggage transportation by mule during the trek</li>
<li class="style1">Accommodation</li>
<li class="style1">On a full board basis, except on Days 1 and 7</li>
<li class="style1">Certified English speaking guide</li>
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<li class="style1">Flights</li>
<li class="style1">Drinking water (to be purchased during the trek)</li>
<li class="style1">Travel Insurance &#8211; recommended</li>
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<p class="style23">In Morocco, it can snow from November to April at altitudes exceeding 2500m. In general, even though the weather is nice during the day, it can be quite cold at night, especially at high altitudes.</p>
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<li class="style1">Light walking boots suitable for use in the mountains</li>
<li class="style1">Sleeping bag</li>
<li class="style1">Polar fleece jacket</li>
<li class="style1">Hat</li>
<li class="style1">60 litres backpack or equivalent (it will be carried by mules during the walks)</li>
<li class="style1">All other useful gear for trekking</li>
<li class="style1">An exhaustive list of items to bring will be sent to you before departure</li>
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<p>See our <a href="../what-to-bring.html">What to Bring</a> section  for some recommended items to pack.</td>
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<td class="style1" colspan="2" height="240" valign="top"><span class="style7"><img src="../images/puce-2chevronsblue.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="15" height="8" /></span>what-to-bring <strong>From Dublin<br />
</strong>- Aer lingus to Agadir (from November to March)<br />
- Air France and BA to Casablanca (year round)<br />
- BA to Marrakech (October to March)<br />
- From<br />
London, Ryanair to Marrakech, BA and Air France.<br />
- Alternatively you can also combine 2 non-connnecting flights, ie: Ryanair/Aer Lingus to Gatwick + easyJet to Marrakech (see flights from London below)</p>
<p><span class="style7"><img src="../images/puce-2chevronsblue.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="15" height="8" /></span>what-to-bring <strong>From London</strong><br />
- Ryanair from Luton<br />
- easyJet From Gatwick<br />
- BA to Marrakech (October to March)<span class="style7"><img src="../images/puce-2chevronsblue.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="15" height="8" /> </span></p>
<p class="style23"><strong>In Morocco</strong><br />
- <strong>Free pick up </strong>from Marrakech airport<br />
- <strong>From Agadir</strong> we can arrange a taxi to collect you see options below). It is also possible to travel by bus (takes 6hrs)<br />
- <strong>From Casablanca</strong> take a taxi (20 minutes) to Casablanca&#8217;s train station (€30), and then a train to Marrakech (takes 3hrs), leaves every 2hrs, €10. Alternatively we can transfer you (see options below)</p>
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<td class="style1" colspan="4" valign="top"><span class="style7"><br />
<img src="../images/puce-2chevronsblue.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="15" height="8" /> <strong>Set departure: 14th of March 2009 </strong>(guaranteed departure from 4 confirmed participants)</p>
<p><img src="../images/puce-2chevronsblue.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="15" height="8" /> <strong>Any departure</strong> date for a pre-formed group of 2 or more (booked 90 days in advance) year round.</p>
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<td rowspan="2" width="75" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"><strong>Period</strong></td>
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<td colspan="4" height="41" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"><strong>From Aprl to October (2 persons minimum)<br />
</strong></td>
<td width="100" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"><strong>Single Room<br />
Supplement</strong><br />
(Marrakech only)</td>
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<td width="87" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">2-3 persons</td>
<td width="75" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">4-5 persons</td>
<td width="113" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">6-7 persons</td>
<td width="123" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">8 persons or more</td>
<td rowspan="2" width="100" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€40</td>
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<td width="75" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">From April to October</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"></td>
<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€435</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€414</td>
<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€393</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€358</td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="5" height="14" valign="top">Options</td>
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<td width="77" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>Period</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>Extra nights<br />
in Marrakech pp</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" width="211" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>Transfer to Marrakech<br />
from Casablanca or Agadir<br />
up to 4 persons</strong><strong> </strong>(€)</td>
<td rowspan="2" width="181" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">
<div><strong>Transfer to Marrakech<br />
from Casablanca or Agadir<br />
up to 12 personnes</strong><strong> </strong>(€)</div>
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<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">Year Round</td>
<td width="98" height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>3*</strong></td>
<td width="136" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>4*</strong></td>
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<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">20 double/twin<br />
30 single room</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">40 double/twin<br />
50 single room</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">90</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><span class="style1">150</span></td>
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</strong></td>
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		<title>Draa valley: Between Mountain &amp; Desert (Walking Holiday)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Draa valley: Between Mountain &#038; Desert<strong>Available From Oct to Apr<img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate.gif" height="14" width="56"></strong><strong>7 days / 6 nights</strong></h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-draa.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul><li>Experience the nomadic life in the desert, taste their food, &#038; learn about their customs.</li><li>Enjoy atmospheric Marrakech, with its mazes serpent charmers, markets, delicious spicy food</li><li>Climb the famous dune of Tidri and Nesrate, and walk the famous Reg [rocky desert]</li><li> Admire the contrast of the beautiful ever-green valley of Draa and the looming behind.</li></ul></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table>]]></description>
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<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><span class="style23"> <strong> Admire</strong> the most magnificent Arab and African cultures: incomparable food, fabrics, metal and wood   carving.</span></p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Experience</strong> traditional nomadic life in the desert.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Climb</strong> the famous dunes of Tidri and Nesrate, and walk in the rocky desert (reg).<br />
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<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Behold</strong> the contrast between the beautiful ever-green valley of Draa and the surrounding desert landscape.</td>
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<p class="style23">A Walking Holiday in Morocco. Deserts of chalk, cliffs of sandstone and granite, giant dunes, green  valleys, deep canyons, perched villages, an expanse of sky above the  towering Atlas Mountains and archaeological sites that are testimony to North Africa&#8217;s rich historical heritage.  Discover Morocco with One Foot Abroad. Morocco is a  country  full of contrasts, colour and culture, whose land has been inhabited for  centuries by the Bedouins, Berbers and Moors.</p>
<p>This trip is perfect for intrepid walkers who are also interested in the traditions and culture of this fascinating country.</td>
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<p class="style23">Our local English-speaking certified  guide will show you the way, while the camel drivers cook some tasty Moroccan food for you&#8230; and their camels carry your luggage!<br />
In Marrakech, you will stay in an en-suite room in a  typical  Riad 3* hotel in the medina. In the desert, our team will set up a camp  every night. The camp comprises of a communal tent for dinner (with plenty of head room) where evenings  will be spent contemplating the adventure and enjoying a drink. There  is also a toilet tent. The team&#8217;s members will help you to pitch your  own 2-man tent.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 1 &#8211; Coming to Marrakech*<br />
</strong>We will pick you up at Marrakech  Airport, you will be transferred to your 3* hotel, 10 minutes away from Djemaa El Fna.</span></p>
<p><strong>Town</strong>: All facilities, ATM, Internet, food markets, souvenirs.<br />
<strong>Hotel</strong>: 3* Hotel, en-suite.<br />
<strong>Meals</strong>: Marrakech is full of fantastic places to eat, so we decided not to include dinner here.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 2 &#8211; Ourzazate &amp; The Gate of the Desert </strong>Transfer from Marrakech to the gate of the Sahara:  Zagora. We head south through the Atlas  Mountain range, stopping in Ourzazate for lunch. Soon we arrive in Zagora &#8211; once the starting point for nomads on their way to Timbuktu. We meet our team of camel drivers who will accompany us during 5 days across the  desert. Tonight we spend our first night in the desert!</span></p>
<p><strong>Camp: </strong>The camp comprises of a large bedouin-style tent for dining and relaxing. You will sleep in your own personal 2-man tent.<br />
<strong>Washing facilities:</strong> Like a real nomad, you will have to make use of the rivers! But, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; there&#8217;s also a &#8216;toilette tent&#8217; in the camp. <strong>Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 3 &#8211; To the red Draa valley [5h, 18km]<br />
</strong>In the morning our team  of camel drivers will lead the way through a red desert to the Oasis of Lalla Kbira, where we will have lunch under the palm and date trees. Then mid-afternoon, at the Oued Dra [river  Draa] we stop and set up our camp.</span></p>
<p><strong>Camp: </strong>The camp comprises of a large bedouin-style tent for dining and relaxing. You will sleep in your own personal 2-man tent.<br />
<strong>Washing facilities:</strong> Like a real nomad, you will have to make use of the rivers! But, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; there&#8217;s also a &#8216;toilette tent&#8217; in the camp.<br />
<strong>Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 4 &#8211; Along the River Draa [5h30h,  18km]<br />
</strong>We follow the wild and rocky river Draa to the palm plantation of  Tagounite &#8211; a market town where the nomads come to trade. We set up the  camp in Nesrate on the tiny river Dades. Relax with a mint tea before dinner.</span></p>
<p><strong>Camp: </strong>The camp comprises of a large bedouin-style tent for dining and relaxing. You will sleep in your own personal 2-man tent.<br />
<strong>Washing facilities:</strong> Like a real nomad, you will have to make use of the rivers! But, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; there&#8217;s also a &#8216;toilette tent&#8217; in the camp.<br />
<strong>Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</td>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /> DAY 5 &#8211; The big Dunes! [5h, 15km]<br />
</strong> Prepare for a day of excitement with massive               dunes, rocky plateaus and a verdant oasis where you can stop to buy some traditional souvenirs. Tonight we will camp close to the village of Tidiri, in<br />
the dunes!</p>
<p><strong>Camp: </strong>The camp comprises of a large bedouin-style tent for dining and relaxing. You will sleep in your own personal 2-man tent.<br />
<strong>Washing facilities:</strong> Like a real nomad, you will have to make use of the rivers! But, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; there&#8217;s also a &#8216;toilette tent&#8217; in the camp.<br />
<strong>Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 6 &#8211; From Erg (sand desert) to Reg (rocky desert) [6h, 16km]<br />
</strong>What wonders await us today! After a delightful breakfast  of  fresh fruits, bread and milk, we start walking through the Erg to the oasis of  Ragabi for lunch. Here, the sandy surroundings gradually make way for a more rocky landscape in hues of red, brown and black. Later this afternoon, we set up camp amongst the tamarisk trees.</span></p>
<p><strong>Camp: </strong>The camp comprises of a large bedouin-style tent for dining and relaxing. You will sleep in your own personal 2-man tent.<br />
<strong>Washing facilities:</strong> Like a real nomad, you will have to make use of the rivers! But, don&#8217;t worry &#8211; there&#8217;s also a &#8216;toilette tent&#8217; in the camp.<br />
<strong>Meal:</strong> Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 7 &#8211; Marrakech  [2h30, 5km]<br />
</strong>Short walking days: This morning we walk to Zagora to catch our minibus to Marrakech. Enjoy your last night in this vibrant city!</span></p>
<p><strong>Town</strong>: All facilities, ATM, Internet, food markets, souvenirs.<br />
<strong>Hotel</strong>: 3* Hotel, en-suite.<br />
<strong>Meals</strong>: Marrakech is full of fantastic places to eat, so we decided not to include dinner here.</p>
<p><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" /><span class="style20"><strong> DAY 8 &#8211; Back home*<br />
</strong></span></strong><span class="style20">After  breakfast we transfer you to the airport, and bid you farewell! Alternatively, we can arrange another night in Marrakech for you explore the city, see options below.</span></p>
<p><span class="style1grey"><strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast</span></p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-tent.jpg" alt="tent" width="150" height="100" /> <img src="../images/walking-holidays-draa-elfna.jpg" alt="Riad" width="150" height="100" /><br />
Camp in the desert</strong></p>
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<p class="style23">In Marrakech, we have selected a hotel with a high standard of quality and service. During your stay, you are welcome to avail of all the facilities the hotel has to offer; swimming pool, sauna, solarium etc.</p>
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<p class="style23">Personal baggage, cooking equipment, tents and food   are carried by the camels, leaving you to carry only a rucksack with whatever you need close at hand for the day.</p>
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<p class="style23">During the trek, meals are cooked by our camel drivers. The food provided is fresh and healthy. <strong>For Breakfast</strong>: Jam, bread, cookies, fruit. <strong>For Lunch</strong>: Salad, tomatoes, carrots, seasonal fruit, and fish (sardines, tuna). <strong>For Dinner</strong>: Tajine, couscous, olives, nuts, etc.</p>
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<p class="style23">The World Health Organisation recommends that all travellers to  Morocco should be covered for diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps,  rubella, polio, and hepatitis B.</p>
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<p class="style23">Please visit our dedicated page <a href="../what-to-bring.html">here</a></p>
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Average temperatures (°C)</td>
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<li><strong>From Dublin<br />
</strong>- Aer Lingus to Agadir from November to March<br />
- Air France and BA to Casablanca (year round)<br />
- BA to Marrakech (October to March)<br />
- From<br />
London, Ryanair to Marrakech, BA and Air France.<br />
- Alternatively, you can also combine 2 non-connnecting flights, ie: Ryanair/Aer Lingus to gatwick + easyJet to Marrakech (see flights from London below)</li>
<li><strong>From London</strong><br />
- Ryanair from Luton<br />
- easyJet From Gatwick<br />
- BA to Marrakech (October to March)</li>
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<li><strong>Free pick up </strong>from Marrakech airport</li>
<li>From Agadir we can arrange a taxi to collect you (see options below). This journey is possible by bus, but takes 6 hours approx.</li>
<li>From Casablanca <span class="style15">take a taxi (20min) to Casablanca&#8217;s train station (€30) + train to Marrakesh (3h duration, every 2hs, €10). Alternatively, we can transfer you (see options below)</span></li>
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<li><strong> Included<br />
</strong>- Mountain guide, cook, camel drivers<br />
- Rooms en-suite in Marrakech and tents during the trek<br />
- Full        Board during the trek, B&amp;B basis in Marrakesh<br />
- Luggage transported by us everyday.        During the day you only carry your day pack!<br />
- Transfer from Marrakech airport<br />
- Transfer to/from the trek</li>
<li><strong>Not Included<br />
</strong>- Flights<br />
- Holiday Insurance (compulsory)<br />
- Dinners in Marrakech<br />
- Crampons, sleeping bags</li>
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<td colspan="3" height="24" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070"><strong>Anytime from </strong><strong>October </strong><strong> to April (2 persons minimum)<br />
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<td width="147" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">2-3 persons</td>
<td width="145" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">4-5 persons</td>
<td width="156" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">6 persons or more</td>
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<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€554</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€470</td>
<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#a29070">€442</td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>Extra night<br />
in Marrakech pps €</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" width="171" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87"><strong>Transfer to Marrakech<br />
from Casablanca or Agadir<br />
up to 4 persons</strong></td>
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<div><strong>Transfer to Marrakech<br />
from Casablanca or Agadir<br />
up to 12 personnes</strong></div>
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<td width="83" height="12" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">3* hotel</td>
<td width="92" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">4* hotel</td>
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<td height="14" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87" bordercolor="#FFFFFF">20 double/twin<br />
30 single room</td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87" bordercolor="#FFFFFF">40<br />
double/twin<br />
50 single room</td>
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<div><span class="style1">€90, one way</span></div>
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<div><span class="style1">€150, one Way</span></div>
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		<title>Cevennes: In Stevenson&#8217;s footsteps (Walking Holiday)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Cevennes: In Stevensons Footsteps<strong>Available Apr to Oct<img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate+.gif" height="14" width="56"></strong><strong>7 days / 6 nights</strong></h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-stevenson.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul><li>Feel adventurous by following the same trail as R.L. Stevenson.</li><li>Admire the deep beauty of the Cevennes National Park</li><li>Stay in the stone-built Gites and Hotels selected on comfort and offering famous local gastronomy</li><li>Bring the party together by walking with the best road mate ever: a donkey</li></ul></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table>]]></description>
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<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><span class="style23"> <strong> Embrace </strong>the adventure and following the same trail as R.L. Stevenson.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Admire</strong> the beauty of the Cevennes National Park<strong>.</strong><br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Stay</strong> in the stone-built Gtes and Hotels, selected for their comfort and gastronomy.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Experience </strong>a new type of travel with a different type of companion &#8211; your own mule!<br />
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<p class="style23">A Walking Holiday in the Cevennes, France. On the 22nd of September 1878, the young Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson left Le Monastier sur Gazeille (Haute Loire) on foot with his donkey Modestine. 12 days, 220 km and many adventures later, he arrived at St Jean du Gard (Gard).  Albeit less famous than &#8220;Treasure Island&#8221; and &#8220;The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde&#8221;, his travel diary, published in 1879, entitled &#8220;Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes&#8221;,has been read and loved by generations of readers.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Today, you can experience </strong>a similar adventure by trekking on the same track as Stevenson. You can even take a mule too. The path goes through the heart of the Cevennes National Park &#8211; one of the most stunning areas of natural beauty in France. The Cevennes National Park is a protected balcony above the Mediterranean sea on an average elevation of over 1,000m. The path traverses 3 regions (Auvergne, Rh´ne-Alpes, Languedoc-Roussillon) and 4 departments (Haute Loire, Ard¨che, Lozre, Gard), but most importantly, it trails through different country sides, charged with culture, history and gastronomy.  Bonne route!</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>Day 1 &#8211; Flight and transfer to Le Puy en Velay.<br />
</strong>We recommend you fly to Lyon, then transfer to Le Puy en Velay (625m). Details on how to commute from Lyon airport to Le Puy en Velay can be found in &#8220;Additional Information&#8221;, together with an option to be transferred directly by One Foot Abroad. Le Puy  is a pleasant town with about 20,000 inhabitants. It is the capital of the Velay area, which we&#8217;ll traverse during our</span> walk.<br />
<strong>Although</strong> the walk starts tomorrow from Le Monastier sur Gazeille (930m), One Foot Abroad still caters for you from Le Puy. This way, you can buy your last minute items, enjoy this welcoming town and rest after a long day travelling.</p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel: </strong>Our hotel is a modern 2* hotel, 5 minutes walk from the train station. It is a member of the famous quality label &#8220;Logis de France&#8221;. Dinner is a culinary delight; expect a menu inspired by the traditions of the region. Spacious room, en-suite.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>Day 2 &#8211; Transfer to le Monastier sur Gazeille and walk to Le Bouchet Saint Nicolas [5h15,	21.5km,	+370m	-275m].</strong> In the morning, we transfer you from Le Puy en Velay (625m) to Le Monastier sur Gazeille (930m) (included). In 1878 some village folk waved goodbye to Stevenson from this very spot. Although he was warned about &#8220;wolves, cold, thieves and death&#8221;, we assue you that nowadays, a walk in the Cevennes is rather more tame! In Goudet (785m), we cross a small river that has its source in near-by Mont Gerbier des Joncs. At this stage, it&#8217;s hard to believe that this small river is, in fact, the Loire &#8211; the longest river in France (1012km). </span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town, Le Bouchet Saint Nicolas:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel:</strong><span class="style23"> Lovely 2* hotel by the shore of the lake, en-suite</span>.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 3 &#8211; From Le Bouchet Saint Nicolas to Langogne [6h00,	25km,	+218m	-328m]. </strong>Today is our last day in the Velay area. After crossing the Allier river we reach Langogne (915m, pop 3000). Here, the memory of the &#8220;ferocious beast&#8221;, a wolf that allegedly terrorised the inhabitants, lives on in the stories of the locals. Stevenson&#8217;s descriptions describe the area in wonderful detail. Indeed,  Langogne remains a beautiful  town with its 11th-century Romanesque church. Nowadays, Langogne is one of the main gateways to the Cevennes, with all amenities for visitors. </span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel:</strong> <span class="style23">family-run Gite, all facilities</span>.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 4 &#8211; From Langogne to Cheylard l&#8217;Evque [4h15,	16km,	+210m	-0m] .</strong> Today we enter a new administrative department; from Haute Loire to Loz¨re, and a new administrative region; from Auvergne to Languedoc-Roussillon. Christian will welcome you to Cheylard l&#8217;Evªque (1125m). Quite the intrepid traveller himself, Christian will certainly make you feel welcome at his home.</span> Ask him about the Arctic, Alaska and the Himalayas, not to mention Paris, New York and Tijuana!</p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel:</strong> <span class="style23">2* hotel, en-suite</span>.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
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<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 5 &#8211; From Cheylard l&#8217;Evªque to La Bastide Puylaurent [4h45,	19km,	+53m	-154m] .</strong> Today, we take it relatively easy. After 3 hours walk, we reach Luc (971m) where we can visit the castle. In 1380, the 3 lords of the area of Luc won a battle against a belligerent English force. After Luc, the path straddles 2 departments; Ard¨che and Loz¨re. Further on, in Rogleton (990m), you can go directly to your hotel (45 min walk) or, if you feel like it, you can continue some 8 km to the &#8220;Trappe de Notre Dame des Neiges&#8221; (1091m, 2hr45). This will result in a walking day of around 7h30 and 27km in total.</span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel:</strong> <span class="style23">2* hotel, en-suite</span>.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 6 &#8211; From La Bastide Puylaurent to Le Bleymard [6h45,	28 km,	+162m	-117m].</strong> This stage brings us through the Gevaudan, still in the Loz¨re department. After 3h, we reach the lovely village of Chasserades (1150m) with its viaduct. We&#8217;re approaching the Mont-Loz¨re (1699m) and the national park of the Cevennes.</p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel:</strong> <span class="style23">2* hotel &#8220;logis de France&#8221;. En-suite room with great views</span>.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 7 &#8211; From Le Bleymard to Le Pont de Montvert [6h00,	18 km,	+630m	-824m].</strong> For many walkers, today is a major highlight on Stevenson&#8217;s trail, as we climb up to the highest point of the route at &#8220;Le Sommet de Finiels&#8221; (1699m). This is also the highest summit in the Mont Loz¨re area. Stand atop the mountain and inhale the fresh air; here is a place for contemplation. Next we head south to Le Pont de Montvert (875m, pop 280), a small village with plenty of charm and character sistuated on the Tarn river. </span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Hotel:</strong> <span class="style23">2* hotel in the centre of the village. En-suite</span>.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 8 &#8211; From Le Pont de Montvert to Florac [7h00,	28 km,	+205m	-534m].</strong> Welcome to the Camisards country! In historical terms, this is a very interesting part of the trail for it was here that the Camisards war between Protestant groups and Catholic missionaries began at the start of the 18th century. Florac (546m, pop 2100) is the centre of the Cevennes National Park, classified by UNESCO.</span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>In Florac,</strong> we&#8217;ve selected a superb 2* hotel &#8220;logis de France&#8221;, with a great gastronomic tradition.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 9 &#8211; From Florac to Saint Germain de Calberte [7h00,	29 km,	+345m	-402m]. </strong>There are several menhirs along this route. You can, if you wish,  detour up Mont Mars for a view over this heavily forested area. The ubiquitous chestnut tree once provided the staple diet for the local populations.</span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Gite, dormitory-style lodgings.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 course dinner</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 10 &#8211; Saint Germain de Calberte to Saint Jean du Gard [6h00	20.5 km	+371m	-671m].</strong></span> Today, you will walk some of the way on a paved road, &#8220;Corniche des Cevennes&#8221;, that was built for the military during the reign of Louis XIV. As you descend  from the Cevennes into the Midi, you will be able to appreciate a marked  change in the landscape.  Forests and rocky surroundings begin to give way to vineyards. Some stay on in Gard for an extra night as it is a  pleasant town to explore. There are steam train rides from the station at weekends  and several museums to visit.</p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8220;logis de France&#8221;.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch &amp; 3 Course dinner.</p>
<p class="style1"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 11 &#8211; End of the Adventure: Ales. </strong></span></p>
<p class="style1grey"><strong>Town:</strong> ATM, shops, all facilities.<br />
<strong>Accommodation: </strong>2* hotel &#8220;logis de France&#8221;, in the heart of the town.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast</p>
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<li><span class="style13"><strong>To France: </strong><strong> To Marseille:</strong>from Dublin and London; Aerlingus, Ryanair &amp; British Airways operate flights to Marseille.<br />
<strong>To Grenoble: </strong>from Bublin and London; Aerlingus, Ryanair &amp; British Airways operate flights to Grenoble.</p>
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<li><strong>To start your holiday, Le Puy en Velay: </strong>Several trains a day operate from Marseille or Grenoble to le Puy en Velay (4h). See: <a href="http://www.sncf.fr">www.sncf.com</a><span class="style13"><br />
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<li><span class="style13"><strong>At the end, Ales<span class="style14">:</span></strong></span><span class="style1 style13">Several trains a day operate from Ales to Marseille (2h15) or Grenoble (3h15). See: <a href="http://www.sncf.fr">www.sncf.com</a></span></li>
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<p class="style1"><strong>Note: </strong>We can help you to book these trips to/from the airport. Alternatively, we can arrange a private transport. Just ask us for more information.</p>
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<li>9 Nights in 2* hotels, 1 Night in a refuge</li>
<li><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">3 Meals every day</span></li>
<li><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Your Luggage transportated from hotel to hotel</span></li>
<li><a href="/what-we-do-for-you.html">English Speaking Guide</a> or <a href="/what-we-do-for-you.html">Detailed Walking Notes</a></li>
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<li><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Flights</span></li>
<li><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Insurance</span></li>
<li><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Drinks</span></li>
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<p class="style1">Our hotels  have been carefully selected for their comfort,  location, friendliness and character, and are subject to availability. If the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with alternative lodgings of the same standard and price.</p>
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<p class="style1">Picnic lunches are provided every day. Your meal will be tasty and filling. They usually contain a ham or chicken sandwich (veggie options available), a salad, some fruit and a drink.</p>
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<p class="style1">Your luggage will be transported by us from hotel to hotel. During the walk, you only carry your day pack!</p>
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<li class="style1"><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Additional night/s on the route</span></li>
<li class="style1"><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;"> Single person</span> travel option</li>
<li class="style1">In the true spirit of Stevenson &#8211; a mule to accompany you along the trail (no additional cost)</li>
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		<title>Dolomites: A Magical Journey(Walking Holiday)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Dolomites: A Magical Journey<strong>Available Jun to Sept<img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate+.gif" height="14" width="56"></strong><strong>7 days / 6 nights</strong></h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-dolomites.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul><li>Feel the unique atmosphere of the Dolomites!</li><li>Stroll in the world famous Cortina d'Ampezzo shopping streets!</li><li>Experience breathtaking high mountain landscapes!</li><li> Enjoy an exceptional level of comfort while hiking!</li></ul></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table>]]></description>
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<h5 style="font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #7c7c7d; background-color: #e5e5e5; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; padding-left: 10px;">Self-Guided <strong>7 Days/6 Nights</strong> <strong><img src="/images/walking-grade-moderate+.gif" alt="" width="56" height="14" align="absmiddle" /> or<img src="/images/walking-grade-challenging.gif" alt="" width="56" height="14" align="absmiddle" /> Hotels 2* and refuges </strong><strong>Half Board in refuges </strong> <strong>Mid June to End Sep</strong> <strong>€490</strong></h5>
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<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Stroll</strong> in the world-famous Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo shopping streets!<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Experience</strong> breathtaking high mountain landscapes!<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Enjoy</strong> an exceptional level of comfort while hiking!</span></td>
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<p class="style1">Located towards the Eastern end of the Alps&#8217; great curve from the Mediterranean coast through Central Europe to the Balkans, the Dolomites region occupies an area of Northern Italy as large as Wales. Its world famous fairy tale spires, broad rock plateaus and mountain lakes provide a uniquely stunning environment. Its plunging forested valleys deservedly attract mountain lovers and keen walkers. One Foot Abroad are proud to offer this destination to you. This adventurous trip takes you to the <strong>highest</strong> part of the Dolomites, following rivers and lakes. You will <strong>experience</strong> the contrast between the lush green valley and the massive limestone <strong>peaks</strong> looming above you.</p>
<div><em><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">&#8220;We had a great time in Dolomites. Weather was EXCELLENT -  blue<br />
skies every day &#8211; we saw Tre Cime and Tofane area in full beauty!! Itinerary and your explanatory notes were excellent and detailed  &#8211; we didn&#8217;t get lost. If I plan in the future another trip, I will contact you for advice&#8221; Dana &amp; Radim September 2011.</span></em></div>
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<p class="style1">This trip <strong>alternates</strong> between nights in <strong>Cortina</strong> and <strong>high mountain refuges</strong>. This enables you to enjoy the comfort of a hotel, as well as getting the unique feeling of <strong> high altitude</strong> while staying in amazingly located refuges. Every day you have a choice between a <strong>&#8220;Moderate+&#8221;</strong> or a <strong>&#8220;Challenging&#8221; </strong>itinerary, starting and finishing at the same point. This way, you can vary the difficulty by doing some challenging days and some easier days, depending on the weather, your fitness and experience and what you fancy. In Cortina, you will stay in <strong>comfortable</strong> hotels, ranging from 2* to 4*.</p>
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<p><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-grad1.gif" alt="Gradients" width="680" height="140" /><strong><br />
Moderate+ gradients</strong></p>
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<strong>Challenging gradients</strong><br />
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" />DAY 1 &#8211; Arriving in Cortina (1211m). </strong><span><br />
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</span>Cortina is also known as the &#8220;queen of the Dolomites&#8221; because of its amazing geographical location. From this vibrant and tourist-friendly town, the impressive mountains around are easily accessible. Excellent restaurants and nice pubs offer some well-deserved refreshments!</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Town:</strong> Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants.<br />
<strong>Accommodation:</strong> Hotel 2*/3*/4*in the heart of the town. Room en-suite.</p>
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<p class="style11"><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /><strong>DAY 2 &#8211; To Refuge Locatelli (2405m) &#8211; Tre Cime area<br />
Moderate+ route: 4h15, +1094m<br />
Challenging route: 6h15, +1211m, -212m<br />
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After a short bus transfer to lake Landro, the ascent to one of the greatest highlights of the Dolomites can begin. It is a steady ascent of more than 1000m that will take you directly in front of the mighty Tre Cime. These 3 peaks are emblematic of the Dolomites. The famous Refuge Locatelli will receive you with refreshments and a hearty meal. Walkers who enjoy a challenge can take a hike around the Tre Cime and observe the peaks from every angle.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>High mountain refuge. Rooms of 2/3/4 beds, or dorm accommodation, depending on availability. Hot water showers.<br />
<strong>Meals:</strong> Dinner, breakfast</p>
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<p class="style11"><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /><strong>DAY 3 &#8211; Back to Cortina (1211m) &#8211; Tre Cime area<br />
Moderate+ route: 4h, +595m, -680m<br />
Challenging route: 6h15, +690m, -1215m</strong><br />
Today&#8217;s walk was the scene of tragic war act during WWI. You can still see the evidence of these atrocities by walking through the war tunnel of Paterno and the curious looking Sasso di Sesto. The walk leads to the pretty refuge Cengia (2528m), then down into a silent otherworldly &#8216;amphitheatre&#8217;. Then it&#8217;s on to the refuge Auronzo, for a short transfer back to Cortina.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Town: </strong>Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants<strong>.<br />
Accommodation: </strong>Hotel 2*/3*/4*in the heart of the town. En-suite.</p>
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<p class="style11"><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /><strong>DAY 4 &#8211; To Refuge Lagazuoi (2752m) &#8211; Cinque Torri.<br />
Moderate+ route: 5h00, +474m, -594m<br />
Challenging route: 5h00, +335m, -455m</strong><br />
After a pleasant transfer on the open-air ski lift, this walk will take you to the very foot of the eroded rock towers of the Cinque Torri. Then, we walk around Nuvolau using either a dramatic and technical path by Ra Gusela (2574m), or an easier path by Passo Giau (2236m) before reaching Passo Falzarego (2105m). Here, you take an enormous cable car up to Refuge Lagazuoi (2752m), where we spend the night in the amazing surroundings of the Tofane range.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>High mountain refuge. Rooms of 2/3/4 beds, or dorm accommodation, depending on availability. Hot water showers.<br />
<strong>Meals:</strong> Dinner, breakfast</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /><strong>DAY 5 &#8211; Refuge Lagazuoi (2752m) &#8211; Circular Walk Tofane<br />
Moderate+ route: 6h15, +894m, -1541m<br />
Challenging route: same<br />
</strong></strong> As it is not possible to ascend any higher from the Refuge Lagazuoi (2752m), today we begin by descending to 2030m . We take a right to climb steeply through scrub and past a waterfall for a relentless ascent via moderately exposed natural ledges cut into the sheer Nemesis rock point. This leads to the wondrous lunar-like Masare amphitheatre and eventually to Refuge Giussani (2600m). The walk continues down to Col dei Bos (2400m) and Passo Falzarego (2105m), from which the cable car takes you back up to Refuge Lagazuoi (2752m).</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>High mountain refuge. Rooms of 2/3/4 beds, or dorm accommodation, depending on availability. Hot water showers.<br />
<strong>Meals:</strong> Dinner, breakfast</p>
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<p class="style11"><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /><strong>DAY 6 &#8211; Back to Cortina (1211m) &#8211; Val Travenanzes<br />
Moderate+ route: 4h10, -1460m<br />
Challenging route: 6h10, +647m, -1460m</strong><br />
This challenging route begins with an exhilarating underground ascent via a remarkable tunnel hewn into the mountainside by the Italian WW1 forces. We climb a total of 647m with the help of rock steps and guiding cables fixed to the walls. The tunnel measures 1100m in length and boasts a gradient verging 45 degrees! Then we descend the Val Travenanzes, haunt of Chamois (a native species of goat-antelope) and Marmots (ground squirrels) to conclude with the impressive Fanes waterfall &#8211; its 70m drop evidently placing it as the highest waterfall in the Dolomites.</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Town: </strong>Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants<strong>.<br />
Accommodation: </strong>Hotel 2*/3*/4*in the heart of the town. En-suite.</p>
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<p class="style11"><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" width="6" height="7" hspace="5" vspace="0" /><strong>DAY 7 &#8211; Cortina (1211m)</strong><br />
After breakfast, we bid you farewell. However, you can extend your stay in Cortina to explore this area further or take an additional night in romantic Venice (see options below).</p>
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<p class="style11"><strong>Town: </strong>Shops, Bus, ATM, Internet, Pharmacy, Pubs, Restaurants<strong>.<br />
Accommodation: </strong>Hotel 2*/3*/4*in the heart of the town. En-suite.</p>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #729630; border: 3px double #ecf1e7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="3">How To Get There</td>
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<td class="style1" colspan="3" bgcolor="#95b6e7">The closest airports are Treviso and Venice. However, flying to Milan, Verona, Brescia or Trieste are also good alternatives given the rail links from these cities.<strong>To Treviso<br />
</strong><a href="http://www.trevisoairport.it/" target="_blank">http://www.trevisoairport.it/</a><br />
Ryanair <a href="http://www.ryanair.com" target="_blank">www.ryanair.com</a>, Sky Europe <a href="http://www.skyeurope.com" target="_blank">www.skyeurope.com</a> and other airlines fly to Treviso airport. From the airport, Line 6 takes you to the Bus and Train stations in 15 min (every 30 min), or taxi get a taxi (approx €20).</p>
<p><strong>From Treviso to Cortina</strong><br />
1. Direct Bus (€9.40) from Treviso Autostazione (Bus Station) to Cortina everyday between 13/06 and 31/08 and on Sat &amp; Sun until 20/09, leaving at 8h35 and taking approx 2h45min <a href="http://www.atvo.it/index.php?lang=en&amp;area=22&amp;menuid=62" target="_blank">http://www.atvo.it<br />
</a><br />
2. Alternatively, train (approx 2h) from Treviso to Calalzo: <a href="http://www.trenitalia.com" target="_blank">http://www.trenitalia.com</a> + Bus (approx 1h) Dolomitibus: <a href="http://www.dolomitibus.it/" target="_blank">http://www.dolomitibus.it/</a> (regular service)</p>
<p>3. Option to arrange a direct transfer from the airport with us (see options below)</p>
<p><strong>To Venice</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.veniceairport.com/" target="_blank">http://www.veniceairport.com/</a><br />
easyJet, Aer Lingus, Alitalia and other airlines fly to Venice. From the airport, the ATVO line has frequent services to Piazza Roma (Venice) or Mestre Train Station (easier) for €3.</p>
<p><strong>From Venice to Cortina</strong><br />
1. Direct Bus (€11) from Venice Bus Station or Mestre to Cortina everyday between 13/06 and 31/08 and on Sat &amp; Sun until 20/09, leaving at 7h50 and taking approx 3h30min <a href="http://www.atvo.it/index.php?lang=en&amp;area=22&amp;menuid=62" target="_blank">http://www.atvo.it/</a></p>
<p>2. Alternatively, train (approx 2h40) from Venice or Mestre to Calalzo: <a href="http://www.trenitalia.com" target="_blank">http://www.trenitalia.com</a> + Bus (approx 1h) Dolomitibus: <a href="http://www.dolomitibus.it/" target="_blank">http://www.dolomitibus.it/</a>(regular service)</p>
<p>3. Option to arrange a direct transfer from the airport with us (see options below)</p>
<p><strong>To Milan</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/" target="_parent">http://www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/</a><br />
Virtually all major airlines fly to Milan. From the airport, there is an express bus (Malpensa express) taking you to Milan train Station. Train (approx 2h40) from Milan to Calalzo or Dobbiaco: <a href="http://www.trenitalia.com" target="_blank">http://www.trenitalia.com </a>+ Bus (approx 1h) Dolomitibus: <a href="http://www.dolomitibus.it/" target="_blank">http://www.dolomitibus.it/</a> regular service)</p>
<p><strong>Other Airports</strong><br />
The train &amp; bus networks in Italy are well developed and very cheap. It is possible to get to Cortina from other major cities in Italy. Ask us for advice and we will help you.</td>
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<td align="center" valign="middle"><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-temp.gif" alt="Temperatures" width="296" height="125" /><br />
Average temperature</td>
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Average rainfall</td>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #729630; border: 3px double #ecf1e7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="3">About the trip</td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="3">Accommodation</td>
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<td class="style1" colspan="3"><strong>2* hotels in Cortina. Rooms en-suite. All located in the heart of town</strong></p>
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<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel1.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel2.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel3.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
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<p><strong>3* hotels. Rooms en-suite. All located in the heart of town</strong></p>
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<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel4.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel5.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel6.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
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<p><strong>4* hotels. Rooms en-suite. All located in the heart of town</strong></p>
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<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel7.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel8.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-hotel9.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
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<p><strong>Refuges Locatelli (2405m) and Lagazuoi (2752m)</strong></p>
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<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-ref1.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-ref2.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
<td><img src="../images/walking-holidays-dol-ref3.jpg" alt="dolomites" width="120" height="90" /></td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;">Included</td>
<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="2">Not Included</td>
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<li class="style1">3 nights in 2*/3*/4*</li>
<li class="style1">3 nights in high mountain refuges</li>
<li class="style1">6 breakfasts</li>
<li class="style1">3 dinners</li>
<li class="style1">Step by step walking notes describing the itinerary</li>
<li class="style1">Detailed map(s) of the area (1:50,000)</li>
<li class="style1">Luggage cloakroom in Cortina Days 2, 4, 5</li>
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<li class="style1">Insurance &#8211; recommended</li>
<li class="style1">Flights</li>
<li class="style1">Transfer from/to airport</li>
<li class="style1">Transfers by local bus from/to Cortina</li>
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<td style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #729630; border: 3px double #ecf1e7; padding-left: 10px;" colspan="2">PRICES</td>
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="6" valign="top" height="14">WALKING PACK 2* Hotel</td>
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<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="178"><strong>Period</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="116"><strong>Price (€)</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Single room supplement (€)</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Extra night in Cortina 2* hotel B&amp;B</strong></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>double / twin room (€pps)</strong><strong> </strong></td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="124"><strong> </strong><strong>single room (€)</strong></td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Low Season<br />
</strong>from 13/06/11 to 03/07/11<br />
from 31/08/11 to 20/09/11</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">490</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="112">50</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">65</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">80</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>Mid Season<br />
</strong>from 04/07/11to 17/07/11<br />
from 24/08/11 to 30/08/11</div>
</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">550</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">55</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">80</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">95</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>High Season<br />
</strong>from 18/07/11 to 23/08/11</div>
</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">640</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">60</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">95</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">110</td>
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<td colspan="2">
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="6" valign="top" height="14">WALKING PACK 3* Hotel</td>
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<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="184"><strong>Period</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="123"><strong>Price (€)</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Single room supplement (€)</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Extra night in Cortina 3* hotel B&amp;B</strong></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>double / twin room (€pps)</strong><strong> </strong></td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="129"><strong> </strong><strong>single room (€)</strong></td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Low Season<br />
</strong>from 13/06/11 to 03/07/11<br />
from 31/08/11 to 20/09/11</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">540</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="117">80</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">80</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">100</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>Mid Season<br />
</strong>from 04/07/11 to 17/07/11<br />
from 24/08/11 to 30/08/11</div>
</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">640</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">100</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">95</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">125</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>High Season<br />
</strong>from 18/07/11 to 23/08/11</div>
</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">790</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">120</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">120</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">150</td>
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<td colspan="2">
<table id="tripstyle" width="702" border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="0" bgcolor="#ffffff">
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="6" valign="top" height="14">WALKING PACK 4* Hotel</td>
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<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="184"><strong>Period</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="123"><strong>Price (€)</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Single room supplement (€)</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Extra night in Cortina 4* hotel B&amp;B</strong></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>double / twin room (€pps)</strong><strong> </strong></td>
<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="129"><strong> </strong><strong>single room (€)</strong></td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df"><strong>Low Season<br />
</strong>from 13/06/11 to 03/07/11<br />
from 31/08/11 to 20/09/11</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">670</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="117">90</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">100</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">130</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>Mid Season<br />
</strong>from 04/07/11 to 17/07/11<br />
from 24/08/11 to 30/08/11</div>
</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">720</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">110</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">125</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">160</td>
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<td align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>High Season<br />
</strong>from 18/07/11 to 23/08/11</div>
</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">900</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">130</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">150</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" bgcolor="#75a1df">190</td>
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<td colspan="2">
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<td style="color: #729630; margin: 0px 10px;" colspan="4" valign="top" height="14">OPTIONS</td>
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<td colspan="4" bgcolor="#75a1df" height="63">These options give you the opportunity to extend your stay in order to visit Venice. <span class="style1"> All our hotels are centrally located, close to all amenities and sites of cultural interest. In addition, our accommodations are ideally situated with regards to airports and train stations. Depending on your flight schedule, an extra night/s may make your departure easier.</span></td>
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<td rowspan="2" bgcolor="#75a1df" height="40"><strong>Period</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div><strong>Extra night in Venice 3* hotel</strong></div>
</td>
<td rowspan="2" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="268">
<div><strong>Private transfer from Treviso or Venice airport to Cortina</strong></div>
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<td bgcolor="#75a1df" width="124" height="20">
<div><strong>double / twin room (€pps)</strong></div>
</td>
<td bgcolor="#75a1df" width="116">
<div><strong>single room (€)</strong></div>
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<td bgcolor="#75a1df" width="184" height="20"><strong>Low Season</strong><br />
July-August</td>
<td bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div>120</div>
</td>
<td bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div>170</div>
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<td rowspan="3" bgcolor="#75a1df" width="268">Up to 4 pers: €260<br />
Up to 6 pers: €330<br />
Up to 8 pers: €360<br />
(for transfer from other airports, please ask us)</td>
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<td bgcolor="#75a1df" width="184" height="20"><strong>Mid Season</strong><br />
June</td>
<td bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div>150</div>
</td>
<td bgcolor="#75a1df">
<div>200</div>
</td>
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<td bgcolor="#75a1df" width="184" height="20"><strong>High Season </strong><br />
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		<title>Traverse of the High Tatras(Walking Holiday)</title>
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		<dc:creator>Fabien</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tr><td><h3>Traverse of the High Tatras<strong>Available Jun to Sep<img src="/images/walking-grade-challenging.gif" height="14" width="56"></strong><strong>7 days / 6 nights</strong></h3></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td>
<p><img src="http://www.onefootabroad.ie/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/images/trip-traverse.jpg" class="tripimage" align="left" height="80" hspace="20" style="padding-top:16px;" width="120"></td><td><span class="sml"><ul><li>Experience the real traverse through the Tatras from Slovakia to Poland in 5 days.</li><li>Witness spectacular landscapes &#038; some of Europe most impressive peaks</li><li>Climb the highest accessible summit in Slovakia (Rysy, 2,503m)</li><li> Make use of some of the best refuges and hiking facilities in the Tatrase</li></ul></span></td></tr></table></td></tr></table>]]></description>
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<h5 style="font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #7c7c7d; background-color: #e5e5e5; line-height: 20px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; padding-left: 10px;">Self-Guided <strong>7 Days/6 Nights</strong> <strong><img src="/images/walking-grade-challenging.gif" alt="" width="56" height="14" align="absmiddle" /> Challenging 3*Hotel &amp; Refuge Full Board</strong> <strong>Available Jun to Sep</strong> <strong>€650</strong></h5>
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<p><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /><span class="style23"> <strong> Experience</strong> the &#8220;real&#8221; traverse through the Tatras from Slovakia to Poland in 5 days.<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Witness</strong> spectacular landscapes &amp; some of Europe&#8217;s most impressive peaks<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Climb</strong> the highest &#8220;accessible&#8221; summit in Slovakia (Rysy, 2,503m).<br />
<strong><img src="../images/puce_05-yellow.gif" alt="Puce" width="7" height="7" /> Make use</strong> of some of the best refuges and hiking facilities in the Tatras</span></td>
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<p class="style23">Walking Holiday in the High Tatras, Poland. <strong>Walking </strong>the Tatras is THE perfect way to discover its inhabitants, its paths and its slopes. Following a ridge, above the green valleys and the immensity of the conifer trees, let you ramble through granite lands and, at a glance, view its sharpest and windswept peaks.</p>
<p><strong>Our team</strong> has carefully designed this trip for adventurous minded people who want to explore the different aspects of the Tatras through the highest trails and summits. This truly unique itinerary, offers you the opportunity to discover the most magnificent part of the mountain chain: White Tatras, the High Tatras and the Polish Tatras. In Zakopane we accommodate you in a modern and very comfortable 3* hotel  with swimming pool and sanatorium. The other nights are spend in refuge in the hearth of the hearth of the mountain chain.</td>
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<p class="style23"><strong>With you</strong> during the trip, our English speaking guide, will help you making this adventure unforgatable.<strong>One Foot Abroad&#8217;s</strong> pricing is fully transparent and includes the accommodation for both the night before and after the trip. In the mountains, the party can relax in a comfortable mountain refuge. Often they are close to a lake or a forest giving a real &#8220;relaxing feeling&#8221;. The food is excellent and ranges from traditional dishes to classic European dishes.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />Day 1 &#8211; Flight Dublin &#8211; Krakow &amp; transfer to Zakopane.<br />
</strong>After flying from Dublin to Krakow, you will have a chance to prepare for the hike in Zakopane. You will be pre-booked into a great 3* hotel in the heart of town, and all rooms have an en-suite. Dinner is included and you&#8217;ll have the chance to sample local cuisine or stock yourself up with a wide selection of European food from the hotel&#8217;s extensive menu. If it&#8217;s your first time in the Tatras Mountains, Zakopane is the best starting point. It is the &#8216;walking capital&#8217; of Poland and a fantastic gateway to the country&#8217;s culture, gastronomy and nightlife. Enjoy!</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town:</strong> Internet, ATM, shops, bars, pubs &amp; clubs. all facilities. <strong><br />
Accommodation:</strong> 3* hotel, in the middle of the city. Room en suite. spa, swimming pool. Excellent food at the restaurant..<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>3 Course dinner</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 2 &#8211; From Zdiar to Zelene Pleso [4h40, 12km, +1114m -389m].<br />
</strong>In the morning, we transfer to the picturesque village of Zdiar in Slovakia. Unmistakable for its decorated timber cottages, it is worth a look before heading for the renowned White Tatras.  Our first walking day is relatively short (4h40) but strenuous enough, with an immediate 1,000m ascent from Zdiar. The path climbs slowly from 820m to 935m, taking about 45 minutes, and brings you into the White Tatras. From there it gets seriously steep, but not hugely difficult. At the end of a demanding, but highly rewarding, first day we will retire to the comfortable refuge of Zelene Pleso (1,545m) on the shore of one of the most beautiful lakes in the area. </span></p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation: </strong> Mountain Refuge on a side of a lake. Very scenic, and relaxing.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>Day 3 &#8211; From Zelene Pleso to Sliezsky Dom [5h45, 16.5km, +591m -466m].<br />
</strong>From Zelene Pleso, we head to the highest parts of the famous Tatranska Magistrala (the colossal traverse). Heading south, the path first drops down steeply to where we come across our first chains for support. Heading to Skalnate Pleso, views of the village of Tatranska Lomnica and the sub-Tatras basin are breathtaking. From here, the trail becomes easier, letting us enjoy the numerous lakes en route, before reaching the refuge in Sliesky Dom mid-afternoon. A good day walk and a well deserved rest! </span></p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Mountain Refuge under the highest peaks.<br />
<strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" /></strong><span class="style23"><strong>DAY 4 &#8211; From Sliezsky Dom to Chatapod Rysmy [6h30, 15km, +756m -176m].<br />
</strong>After a leisurely breakfast we will gather our energy before starting the longest sections of our hike, most of which is above the tree line. This is also one of the most rewarding sections of the hike. Arriving at Propadske Pleso for lunch, we enjoy the view of Magistrala before heading into the north heart of the Tatras. Tonight, we stay in the highest refuge in the Tatras &#8211; Chatapod Rysmy (2250m)! </span></p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation</strong><strong>: </strong> Highest mountain Refuge in the Tatras Mountain hut Great views on the valley below. Note it&#8217;s not possible to secure a place in Chatapod, It will be the guide that will book it on the day. <strong><br />
Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 5 &#8211; From Chatapod Rysmy to Morskie Oko [5h45, 13km, +512m -1100m].</strong><br />
Today is &#8220;the day&#8221;! We attack the highest accessible summit of the mountain chain (Rysy 2,503m). It&#8217;s also the only open border in the High Tatras between Poland and Slovakia. From here, the view of Gerlachovsky Stit (2,650m), the highest point in Slovakia and Poland is incredible! After visiting both summits, we start our way down carefully. The way is very steep and rocky! Technically this part is the most challenging. On the way down we pass Morskie Oko valley, its impressive moraines dating from the Ice ages, and the famous lake named &#8220;the eye of the sea&#8221; by the locals. If you were thinking about a celebratory beer, well, this is the time for it!</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Accommodation:</strong>Mountain Refuge. <strong><br />
Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 6 &#8211; From Morskie Oko to Kasprowy Wierch [4h45, 10km, +637m -314m].</strong> From Morskie Oko, we start our last walking day at around 9am. It&#8217;s a short day walk and we will take our time as we pass the magnificent valley of the 5 Tarns. The looming mountains above are reflected in the numerous lakes we pass. Then we climb Orla Perc, a fine ridge, &#8220;the Zenith of the Polish Tatras&#8221; with splendid views in one direction over the Tarns of Gasienicowa, up to the cable car in Kasprowy Wierch (close at 4pm, not included). From the cable car we transport you back from Kuznice to Zakopane. This is where we bid our farewells to the guide. The Final night is back to our comfortable hotel in Zakopane, the same 3* hotel. Then, the night is completely yours; a wide range of restaurants and pubs is available for your treat!</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Town: </strong>Same as day1. <strong><br />
Accommodation: </strong>Same as day1. <strong><br />
Meal: </strong>Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong><img src="../images/puce_avo2.gif" alt="puce" hspace="5" vspace="0" width="6" height="7" />DAY 7 &#8211; End of the Adventure* Rafting or visit of Krakow (Optional).<br />
</strong>After breakfast, it&#8217;s now time to bit our farewell. Alternatively, our team will be delighted to arrange the transfer to Krakow or alternatively, to keep the thrill up going rafting on the river Dunajec, one of the best spot in east-Europe.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>Meal: </strong>Breakfast</p>
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Night 1 &amp; 6<br />
Our 3* hotel with sauna</td>
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Night 2<br />
Shared Rooms</td>
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Night 3<br />
Double rooms</td>
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night 4<br />
Shared Rooms</td>
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Night 5<br />
Shared Rooms</td>
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<p class="style23"><strong>The hotel</strong> in Zakopane has been carefully selected for his comfort,  location, friendliness and character, and are subject of availabilities. If the hotel described is not available we provide you with the same standard of comfort &amp; Price.</p>
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<p class="style23"><strong>In the mountains</strong>, the party can relax in a comfortable mountain refuge. Often they are close to a lake or a forest giving a real &#8220;relaxing feeling&#8221;.  The beds are in rooms of 4, 6 or 10.</p>
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<p class="style23">Lunch boxes are provided everyday. They are really tasty and plentiful. They usually contain ham or chicken sandwich, a salad, a fruit &amp; a drink.</p>
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<p class="style23">You will have to carry your bag during the length of the whole hike.</p>
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<li class="style1"><span class="style15"><strong>To Krakow:</strong><span class="style24"> Several companies now operate a direct service to Krakow at a very attractive price:  	www.skyeurope.com, www.ryanair.com,  	www.aerlingus.ie,  	www.britishairways.com</span></span></li>
<li class="style1"><strong>To/From  Zakopane. </strong>The airport is 15km outside of the city. From there take the shuttle to the &#8220;central bus station&#8221; [45']. Several buses a day go to Zakopane. The journey takes about 3h00.</li>
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<p class="style23"><strong> Walking Notes</strong><strong><br />
</strong><strong>Accommodation:</strong> en-suite. Day 1&amp;6 in a 3* hotel, Day 2-4-5 in a refuge in shared rooms, Day 3 double room en-suite<br />
M<strong>eals: </strong>On a full-board basis Breakfast, Picnic lunch, dinner. (with day1: dinner, day7: breakfast).<br />
<strong>Luggage: </strong>You will have to carry your own backpack during 5 days.<br />
<strong>Walking Guide:</strong> English speaking walking Guide.<br />
<strong>Transfers:<br />
</strong>Transfers from/to the airport<br />
Transfer to Zdiar (day2)<br />
Transfer to the hotel at the end of the hike (day6)<br />
White Tatras National Park entrance fee</p>
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<p class="style23">Flights<br />
Insurance<br />
Cable car at the end of the trip<br />
Drinks</p>
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<li class="style1"><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Rafting Day 7 </span>(€80)</li>
<li class="style1"><span class="style7" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;">Additional night </span>in 3* hotel in Zakopane or in Krakow (€50pps)</li>
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<td height="19" valign="top" bgcolor="#bdaa87">From €650</td>
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