• Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing
  • Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing
  • Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing
  • Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing
  • Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing
  • Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing
Vercors Massif / Isère

Trekking with donkeys in the Vercors: nature, bivouac and sharing

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In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    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.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Vercors Massif / Isère
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    36.69 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

Between Grenoble and Die , discover the Vercors , a wild region where vertiginous cliffs, deep forests, and sun-drenched alpine pastures intertwine. This trip, accessible by train, invites you to explore these vast landscapes with ease, accompanied by pack donkeys that will carry your belongings.

Led by a passionate guide , you'll learn to decipher the surrounding nature through anecdotes and fun observations. After a day of hiking, it's time to relax in unusual accommodations : the more adventurous will spend the night in a tipi , while those seeking comfort will enjoy a cozy refuge with real mattresses.

In the evening, share convivial moments around the fire, savor delicious meals , and let yourself be soothed by the peaceful mountain atmosphere. A unique immersion for young and old, combining gentle adventure and total disconnection.

The highlights

  • A family adventure for ages 6 and up, with fun activities for everyone.
  • The donkeys, practical and endearing, carry your belongings and motivate the group.
  • A unique setting: the Vercors High Plateaus, the largest nature reserve in France
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
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.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 4h
  • Average distance/day: 8 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 400 m
  • Average daily descent: 400 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

Alice Dumoulin - State-certified mountain guide and her hiking donkeys.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
  • map

    Chichilianne – Chaumailloux Sheepfold

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 3h30
    • Distance 6 km
    • Positive elevation gain 650 m
    • Negative elevation 50 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Meet in Chichilianne , at the foot of Mont Aiguille , to prepare the donkeys and distribute the load. The route begins with the ascent of the Pas de l'Aiguille , a demanding climb through woods and pastures. Everyone progresses at their own pace to complete this first, and most physically demanding, stage of the trip. Once on the High Plateaus , the exertion gives way to a rolling, open landscape, offering a welcome breath of fresh air before reaching the refuge for the night.

    Day 1

Note

We may sometimes need to slightly modify the indicated itinerary: either due to organizational issues (overbooked accommodations, changes in trail conditions, etc.) or directly at the guide's discretion (weather, group level). Rest assured, these modifications are always made in your best interest, for your safety and comfort.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Chichilianne
Day 1 : 10h00
End of stay
Chichilianne
Day 4

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare ferroviaire de Clelles-Mens

Carpooling from the train station to the meeting point will be organized with the guide and participants, approximately 10 minutes. If necessary, it is also possible to take a taxi (approximate price ~€15).

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation in shared dormitories, mountain huts and hostels
  2. Full board from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4
  3. Supervision by a qualified Mountain Guide
  4. Donkeys and their hiking equipment
  5. Tourist taxes

The price does not include

  1. Drinks
  2. Your personal expenses and tips

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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