Walking and nature holidays in Languedoc, south France
Languedoc is a walker's paradise. Superb weather, gorgeous countryside and great food and wine make it an absolute pleasure to walk across. So if you're keen to find a great walking or nature holiday in Languedoc, you're in luck. Three mountain ranges span the region, the Pyrénées, the Cévennes and the Black Mountains. All offer spectacular views, often of the Mediterranean. And the lower hills, covered in vines, also offer lots of great walking opportunities.
You'll also enjoy 300 days of sunshine, and the region's wildlife includes vultures, golden eagles, wild boar and a wide variety of fish.
Of course, you can walk the region by yourself. But a guided walking holiday gives you access to inside knowledge about the best walks in any particular area, and your guides can also make sure you end up in the best local restaurants and wine-tasting domains.
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Walking Tours:
Agly Walking Tours
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 Agly Walking Tours organise a range of self-guided holidays in the Languedoc-Roussillon. We aim to give you a local’s insight into what makes this area so special, providing everything you need for the perfect holiday. We combine spectacular walking with genuine personal service, welcoming accommodation and flexibility.
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 We are always happy to tailor-make a trip to suit your needs and interests. These holidays can concentrate on certain aspects of the region. The walks, accommodation, meals and trip length can all be adapted to suit you, whether you are on you own or a group of 40. All you need to do is walk, relax and soak up the views.
Although the holiday arrangements are made by us, we work in association with Specialised Travel Limited and are fully covered by their membership of ABTA and ATOL.
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Where is it?
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We offer four very different holidays which, between them, reveal the great diversity of landscapes across the Languedoc Roussillon Pyreneen foothills of the Fenouillédes, the Gorges of the Tarn and Jonte, the Cathar castles of the Corbières and the spectacular Cévennes national park. |
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Who runs it?
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 Richard Whibley and Sarah Wright. In 1994 Richard moved to the Roussillon, met his wife Lisa, a local district nurse, and has been living and working there since. He is a fluent French speaker and is well integrated in to the local community; he loves the relaxed way of life, the breath-taking landscapes, the great food and excellent local wines. Richard started Agly Walking Tours to share his passion and knowledge of this remarkable region with other walkers. Sarah Wright studied tourism management and after graduating, specialised in running walking holidays across Europe. After many years of organising tours in France, Portugal, Spain and Italy, Sarah came to realise that, for her, nowhere beat the Languedoc Roussillon. Sarah lives in a tiny hamlet in the foothills of the Cévennes with her husband Dan. She never tires of discovering new walking routes here and elsewhere and combines her love of walking with a passion for photography.
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When is it?
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2011
 Agly and the Cathars - Circuit - 7 nights
15th March-10th June 10th September-15th November
Mediterranean Cévennes - Circuit - 7 nights
1st May - 30th September
Discover Roussillon - Single centre - 7 nights
15th March-10th June 10th September-15th November
The Gorges of the Tarn and Jonte - Two centre - 6 nights
1st May - 30th June 1st - 30th September
We can also organise shorter or longer variations on all of the above holidays
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You will not find any hidden extra costs on our trips, we include train travel from London, all necessary transfers, accommodation, all meals, maps, directions and the support of a tour manager. You will only need spending money for drinks, postcards and souvenirs.
Prices are based on 2 people sharing a double or twin room
Agly and the Cathars - Circuit - 7 nights
Price £895 (£735 without train travel) Single room supplement £200
Mediterranean Cévennes - Circuit - 7 nights
Price £895 (£735 without train travel) Single room supplement £155
Discover Roussillon - Single centre - 7 nights
Price £815 (£655 without train travel) Single room supplement £200
The Gorges of the Tarn and Jonte - Two centre - 6 nights
Price £895 (£735 without train travel) Single room supplement £200
We can also organise shorter or longer variations on all of the above holidays
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Who's it for?
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 Whether you are a mountaineer or just like a stoll to take in some sights, we have a holiday for you. Take the time you need to discover this wonderful region at your pace with the piece of mind that everything else has been taken care of.- Our self guided walking holidays give you as much freedom and flexibility as possible combined with real personal service and attention to detail.
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Is accommodation offered?
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Yes. Agly Walking Tours arrange for you stay in a number of family run hotels and guest houses along the route of your walk.
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Where can I get more info?
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Website:
Phone: (0033) 4 68 294 157
E-mail: [email protected]
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What is it?
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Walking in Languedoc specialises in self-guided walking in France, especially in The Languedoc. Tours are personalised to suit individual needs.
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Where can I get more info?
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Website: www.walking-languedoc.com
E-mail: [email protected]
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Walking Holidays:
Feuilla Nature Holidays
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 A new range of short tailor-made activity holidays for groups of 4 in the Corbières Maritimes, Languedoc. Choose your dates and activities and we will help you compose your own programme including walking, birdwatching, spring flowers and cultural heritage sites.
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Where is it?
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 Your stay is hosted at La Rassada guesthouse, a comfortable, contemporary and eco-friendly barn conversion in the tranquil village of Feuilla - just 15 minutes from the A9 motorway, half way between Narbonne and Perpignan and only 12km from the Mediterranean! See travel page on website for more info.
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Who runs it?
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 Philippa Benson, who has spent the last 6 years exploring the area and hunting out all the best birdwatching spots, wild orchids and other spring flowers of the garrigue, interesting walks, etc. - and is now ready to share it all with you!
After 13 years living and working in Paris, I then spent 8 in clean, green New Zealand, latterly running a luxury eco-lodge and have now fallen in love with the spectacular arid landscapes of the Corbières Maritimes and of course, the wonderful mediterranean climate!
Your stay will be co-hosted by Timbah the 13 year old lab cross (well travelled rescue dog from NZ!) and Mr Momo, an attractive, though rather self opinionated grey cat who has adopted us, both are friendly and well behaved.
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When is it?
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Dates for 2011
2, 4 night or 7 night packages in March, April, May and also in September, October, November - please consult the website for dates and availability. A la carte options also possible depending on availability.
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 2 night stays are 190 euros per person, including B&B, all meals and 2 days activities (excluding any optional extras). Single occupancy supplement 69€.
4 night stays are 330 euros per person, including B&B, all meals and 3 days activities (excluding any optional extras). Single occupancy supplement 120€.
7 night stays are 575 euros per person, including B&B, 5 lunches, 5 dinners and 5 days activities (excluding any optional extras). Single occupancy supplement 210€.
Guests do need their own transport, both for getting to Feuilla and during their stay (we can help with suggestions for flights/trains and car rental).
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Who's it for?
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- Nature lovers, bird watchers and walkers wanting to discover the stunningly beautiful and very unspoilt area of the Corbières Maritimes.
- Travellers who want to make the most of their stay by pre-arranging a personalised programme of activities.
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Is accommodation offered?
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 Your base is the comfortable, modern, eco-friendly barn conversion named La Rassada (Occitan name for the endangered but locally common ocellated lizard).
Accommodation for guests includes 1 double room, 1 twin room and a guest bathroom. Full access to the lounge and tea and coffee making facilities.
Meals are prepared by and shared with your hostess, Philippa, from fresh, local produce. Cuisine is simple and tasty - served outside on the terrace whenever possible!
The large wooden terrace is equipped with deck chairs so that you can relax on your return from the day's activities (and quite often spot an eagle or two while you sip a glass of wine!).
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Where can I get more info?
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Website:
Phone: +33 (0)468 42 82 56
E-mail: [email protected]
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Creative Teaming Hiking Trips
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What is it?
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Walking trips in the Pyrénées and along the coast of Languedoc and into Spain.
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Where can I get more info?
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Website: www.team-cat.com
Phone: (0033) 4 68 39 62 51
E-mail: [email protected]
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