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ALPS TO MED TRAIL

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Varied walking through a changing landscape from the Mercantour Alps to the Mediterranean coast. Beautiful perched alpine villages, with a rich historic and cultural heritage with origins in their Italian past.

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France

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From $250 per person

All highlights

Alps to Med Trail . This independent walking holiday in France follows an extraordinary trail from the alpine mountains of the Mercantour National Park to the elegant Mediterranean town of Menton. Your trail passes through several delightful perched villages, full of charm with plenty of cultural and historical interest. They have a shared history with Italy which is evident in the architecture. The Mercantour National Park is influenced both by the altitude of its high mountains and the heat and dryness of the Mediterranean. Indeed, it is the only French National Park that has all the different habitats from Mediterranean to alpine in character. Your 6-day walking tour will take you from the rocks and high-altitude pastures of the Mercantour through dense forests in narrow valleys and picturesque gorges, passing by historic villages clinging to steep mountainsides. Discover more about the Mercantour National Park and its stunning landscapes on our dedicated page . On the Mediterranean coast, the mountains plunge directly into the deep azure blue sea. Enjoy the amazing contrasts of the Cote d’Azur: its wild and rocky coastline, the pretty colourful fishing ports, and the historic old town at Menton. Holiday Profile . 7 nights/8 days: 6 days independent walking moving between guest houses. Every day of the week subject to availability from 21 March to 21 June & 1 September to 25 October. Walking Profile & Grade . This self-guided walking holiday in southern France for the most part takes place in upland or mountainous areas. The paths are well maintained.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival at Saint-Dalmas-de-Tende by trail and night in a hotel.. .

Day 2: Tour from St Dalmas de Tende

Your first walking day is a tour from your hotel, during which you'll pass through two superb historic villages, Tende and La Brigue, which are as beautiful as the wild mountains of the Mercantour through which you're walking. Dinner and night at a hotel in Saint-Dalmas-de-Tende.. Overnight: St Dalmas de Tende, Walk: +/- 860 m, 5h30 . .

Day 3: St Dalmas de Tende - Saorge

Your walking trail will take you through a succession of delightful isolated villages built from dry local stone with slate roofs, including Fontan, a village with an architectural style that is unique in the region. The walk or shuttle bus to Saorge, a fascinating and charming village clinging to the steep mountain sides will leave you staring in amazement. Dinner and night at guest house in Saorge.. Overnight: Saorge, Walk: Up to + 600 m/- 700 m, 5h30 . .

Day 5: Breil sur Roya - Sospel (via Piène Haute)

A beautiful path through delightful landscapes that leads you through the well-preserved perched village of Peine-Haute and an isolated chapel surrounded by olive groves, as well as a series of gorges, with one foot in France and the other in Italy. explore Sospel with the remains of its fortified chateau, cathedral, and several other historic buildings recalling the importance of this settlement over the centuries. Transfer to accommodation in Saint Agnes.. Overnight: Saint Agnes, Walk: + 400 m/- 500 m, 5h30 . .

Day 6: Tour from Saint Agnes

Your walking trail takes you over Col du Bausson on mountain trails and lanes with panoramic sea views. The summit of the Cime de Baudon offers an exceptional 360° view of the entire region and surrounding mountain peaks. Night in a hotel at Sainte-Agnès, the highest hilltop village on the French Riviera. . Overnight: Sainte Agnes, Walk: Up to + 600 m/- 600 m, 4h30 . .

Day 7: Saint Agnes - Menton

Today you'll arrive at the historic old town of Menton, perched on the slopes above its port. You have the choice between two walking trails either via the delightful historic villages of Gorbio and Roquebrune before reaching the Mediterranean coast and walking around Cap Martin, or via the hilltop village of Casteller on a wonderful balcony trail. Night in hotel at Menton.. Overnight: Menton, Walk: + 220 m / - 750 m, 5h30 . .

Day 8: Departure

Holiday ends after breakfast. . .

Prices

Price per person	2 pers	4 pers	6 pers	8 pers
Price per adult	$250	$180	$160	$150
Price per kid	$130	$90	$80	$80

Services

Included:

Full board accommodation in hotels and guest houses for 7 nights (except evening meal in Menton)
Luggage transported between hotels
Detailed walking notes and 3 walking maps

Excluded:

Travel to Saint-Dalmas-de-Tende in France and the return from Menton
Dinner on the final evening
Drinks during meals and during the day
Personal spending and entrance fees
Travel insurance

Optional:

Extra Nights
City Breaks
Changing or Tailor-made holidays
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