In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationQueyras Massif / Hautes-Alpes
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions69.93 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
In a few words
Reddish larches ablaze with vibrant colors form the backdrop for this trip! Each day, your guide will lead you on easy hikes through the most beautiful areas of the Queyras massif, amidst picture-postcard autumn landscapes. For five days, you'll discover the exceptional colors and scents of this season. You'll be staying in a guesthouse in the heart of the village of Aiguilles.
The highlights
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A charming guest house in Aiguilles
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Discover the Queyras region in its vibrant colors
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Breathtaking landscapes
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
In figures
Hiking
- Average duration/day: 5h
- Average daily elevation gain: 500 m
- Average daily descent: 500 m
Management
During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Supervisor
Supervisor
You are in the hands of a qualified guide, a specialist in the Queyras region, who will share their love for the mountains and nature with you. Your guide is there to draw your attention to the wonderful details hidden by nature, like so many treasures to behold: observing birds of prey and mammals along the trails, the countless species of flowers and trees that abound in the massif, the art of telling the unusual stories and anecdotes of each village...
Program
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Welcome
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
You will be met by your guide at 7pm at the accommodation.
Welcome to the gateway to the Queyras! You'll be greeted by the warm smile of your guide, who will drive you by minibus into the Aiguilles Valley. The first few moments will give you the chance to get to know the rest of the group and soak in the scenery. Entering the Queyras will leave you wide-eyed with wonder at the narrow passage of the impressive Guil Gorge…
Once you arrive at your destination, after the presentation of the stay, make yourself comfortable and rest so you're ready to go the next day!Day 1 -
Let us journey through the magic of autumn
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The hiking possibilities are endless in the Queyras Regional Natural Park ! Your guide will choose from the most beautiful walks, depending on the mountain conditions at that time of year.
By drawing inspiration from the great classics of this flamboyant era, you'll be captivated by the atmospheres that emerge, as diverse as they are magical… Please note that the hikes that follow are suggestions only. Your guide will decide on the most suitable routes, taking into account the color of the larches, but also the arrival of the first snowfalls!During this unpredictable and unpredictable season, we may see snowfall at lower altitudes. No worries, we know how to adapt! In such cases, we might descend to the edge of the valley to discover the treasures of the Guillestrois region. There's something for everyone! Heritage enthusiasts will be delighted with a visit to the Mont-Dauphin citadel. Those passionate about rock formations will satisfy their curiosity during the geological observations of the Durance River. Botanists, meanwhile, will be captivated by the juniper trail. Finally, we will all be awestruck by the sight of the peaks of the Écrins mountains, draped in their majestic glory…
Day 2 -
The lakes, a touch of Canada
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The mirror-like lakes of Souliers and Roue will invite us to contemplation with a Canadian feel that is hard to mistake... You will admire the striking contrast between the green-blue of the undulating water and the trees with yellow-orange hues that are reflected in it.
Day 3 -
The Clapeyto alpine pastures
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The renowned alpine pastures of Clapeyto or Furfande, meanwhile, offer shimmering landscapes bathed in the clear air. Wandering across their sun-baked meadows, you might even discover the last blueberries of the season!
Day 4 -
The Aigue-Blanche Valley
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The Aigue-Blanche valley will welcome you, with Molines and Saint-Véran, the highest commune in Europe, its church steeples, and its astronomical observatory. We might even hike up the Croix de Curlet or the Sommet Bûcher. From these vantage points, you'll be captivated by the surrounding panorama, a tapestry of yellow and orange hues.
Day 5 -
Upper Guil Valley
- Activity Hiking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 500 m
- Negative elevation 500 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Finally, weather permitting, we'll lose ourselves in the wild and remote Upper Guil Valley . We'll let our imaginations wander amidst the sunlit forests of the Valpréveyre Woods, as the sunlight filters through the scattered branches… Perhaps we'll even find some mushrooms in the fragrant undergrowth! We can also explore the Médille Alpine pastures, which beckon us to travel. Their heather-tinged landscapes remind us of Irish or even New Zealand meadows… On the other side of the ridges, the Italian peaks, capped with their first snows, beckon to us!
The stay ends in the early afternoon after the hike.
This is where we part ways! You'll reach Montdauphin-Guillestre train station via a local bus. But this is just goodbye for now; the Queyras region awaits you for further explorations…Day 6 -
End of stay
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Our stay ends after breakfast. This is where we part ways!
If you arrived by train, you can reach Montdauphin-Guillestre station via a local bus. But this is just a goodbye for now; the Queyras region awaits you for further explorations…
Day 7
Note
Don't take this itinerary at face value! Depending on the weather, snow conditions, or for any other reason beyond our control, we may exceptionally modify it. Your guide knows every corner of the mountain range like the back of their hand and will adapt to ensure you make the most of your stay, for example, if certain trails are very busy. For your enjoyment, you'll discover enchanting and unspoiled routes…
Accommodation
🏠 Bed and breakfast - Days 1 to 6
During your stay, you will be accommodated in a comfortable guesthouse run by Charlotte and Philippe, located in the heart of the village. The charming house can accommodate 17 to 20 people with well-designed spaces for optimal comfort. The bedrooms are decorated in a simple and cozy mountain style , each equipped with a separate toilet and bathroom.
Access
Departure
Aiguilles, France
Day 1
: 19h00
End of stay
Aiguilles, France
Day 7
- 09h00
You will be met by your guide on Sunday evening at 7pm at your accommodation.
If you arrive late : in case of train or road delays, you will have an emergency number on your summons.
When making your reservation, or at the latest one week before your arrival, please be sure to provide us with the following information:
- Your mode of arrival: train or car…
- Your arrival time if you are arriving by train. If you are arriving during the day, please specify whether you are arranging your own transfer or waiting for the designated meeting time at the station.
Your arrival location: hotel or train station.
Go to the starting point
Take the train toGare de Montdauphin-Guillestre
Arrival by train
Travel by train to Montdauphin-Guillestre Station
Arrive easily from Paris by day or night train. Check the timetables on SNCF Connect. For travelers coming from the south, take the Marseille-Briançon line. Enjoy the simplicity of rail travel to discover this superb destination.
From the train station to the meeting point
Your tour leader or a Zou shuttle will pick you up at the train station on Sunday evening at 6:30 pm for the transfer to the meeting point. This minibus service is included in the price of your stay. Please ensure you book this transfer at least one week before your arrival date.
If you arrive outside of these hours, your transfer to Queyras will be at your own expense. You can choose between the regular shuttle buses (during the season) or a taxi. To book the shuttles, contact Zou at 0809.400.013 or visit zou.maregionsud.fr.
Travel to the place of stay
with parking
available
Arrived by car
From the north, take the Lautaret pass via Briançon (RN 94) or Grenoble (RN 94/D902). Alternatively, from Grenoble, take the A51 motorway towards Gap, then the RN94 towards Guillestre (D902).
From the south, go via Valence or Sisteron, continue towards Gap, then Embrun, and finally Guillestre. Once in Guillestre, follow the signs for "Queyras" via the D902 and the D947.
Mountain landscapes await you on this road trip to Queyras!
Parking
Free parking at the bottom of the village next to the hospital.
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Price details
The price includes
- Full board (cold lunch provided during hikes) from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7
- Supervision by a state-certified mountain professional
- The minibus transfers required for the hiking program
- Return transfer from the train station to the accommodation
The price does not include
- Drinks and wine during meals
- Insurance
- Access to the sauna and jacuzzi at the guest house
- Personal expenses
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