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AUVERGNE – VOLCANOES, LAKES & HISTORIC VILLAGES

Highlights

Varied and interesting walking through spectacular volcanic landscapes. A region of perfectly preserved volcanic domes easily accessible on foot.

Destinations

France

Budget

From $250 per person

All highlights

This self-guided walking holiday explores the Northern Auvergne in central France which is home to some of the finest landscapes in France. They make for interesting and varied walking with lush green valleys sheltering beneath windswept upland ridges and peaks, affording breathtaking views in all directions. The Auvergne is also the region with the highest number of Romanesque churches and monuments in France. For the most part, built on Celtic sacred sites, these works of art tell a tale of labour, faith and passion of the Middle Ages. Whether it be important churches, smaller but no less charming chapels or historic villages such as Orcival and Besse, they are set within sumptuous natural scenery protected within a regional natural park. This self-guided French walking holiday will explore many of the features that make up this beautiful landscape including volcanic and glacial lakes, volcanic domes, rocky cliffs, secluded valleys and dramatic waterfalls. In the north, the Chaine des Puys are a range of 80 geologically recent volcanic domes and cones which stretch as far as the eye can see. These varied landscapes are also a haven for wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, marmots and a host of wildflowers. This is a self-drive walking holiday where you require your own car to access the walks and accommodation. Holiday Profile . 7 night/8 days: 6 days centre-based independent walking . Everyday (subject to availability) from 15 May to 30 September . Walking Profile & Grade .

Itinerary

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:

7 nights' accommodation
Full Board. (with the exception of lunches on day of arrival and departure and two evening meals)
Detailed walking notes and maps, including information about the region and the sites on the route

Excluded:

Travel to and from France
Travel to access walks and accommodation
Car hire (if you do not travel with your own vehicle)
Lunches on the day of arrival and departure and 2 evening meals
Drinks with evening meals
Any excursions or entrance fees
Travel insurance

Optional:

Extra Nights
Combining trips
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