The Hidden Spanish Pyrenees. Sierra De Guara Rev 3 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS WALKING - MID SEASON ESB Walking Club Dates: 25 th October to 01 nd of November 2011 30 to 45 people Tuesday 25 th Oct. : ARRIVAL Join Alquezar Transfer from Barcelona airport to Alquezar by private bus (to match Aer Lingus Dublin-Barcelona morning flight). You can only be charmed by Alquezar, rich cultural heritage village set in stunning natural surroundings. Alquézar is in the province of Huesca, in the foothills of the Pyrenees, within the Sierra y Cañones de Guara Nature Reserve. It is the perfect place for sports like canyoning, hiking (more than 1400 m elevation possible), horse riding, and mountain biking. This village also has examples of rock art at the Vero River Cultural Park, designated World Heritage. Also outstanding are its castle, the Santa María la Mayor collegiate church (the region's most visited monument) with its cloister of Romanesque capitals and its organ, along with many shrines. You will stay in the family run hotel "Villa de Alquezar". With Spacious rooms and a lot of character, this hotel is also perfectly located in Alquezar. Dinner in "Meson del Vero" nice Spanish restaurant near the hotel. Wednesday 26 th Oct. : WALK Rio Vero Meson de Sevil Today to discover the region you will start from the hotel. The first gorges you will encounter is Rio Vero, flowing from North to South and through Alquezar. While you will walk up the Rio, the gorges will get very dramatic with huge limestone cliffs and remarkable quartzite rock formations. A very interesting feature of this walk will be to explore the remains of our human ancestors in the form of cave art. The Culture Park of the River Vero, with more than 60 painted caves, contains one of the most extraordinary collections of Prehistoric Cave Art. Here in the Sierra de Guara, in a small geographic area and in a spectacular environment, are gathered all the classic styles of the Prehistoric Iberian Peninsula: Paleolithic, Levantine and Schematic art. 3 levels of walks proposed. Breakfast, Picnic Lunch. Thursday 27 th of Oct. : WALK Rodellar Gorgas Negras In the morning, short bus transfer to Rodellar and the Gorgas Negras. Rodellar is one of the most famous spot in the Europe for Rock climbing and may be you will see one of these spiders species around there today! You will hike from Rodellar Village to the beautiful Mascun Canyon, heart of the Natural Park. This superb area is further enhanced by one of Europe s greatest vulture colonies. It is possible for the most experienced and fit hiker sto reach Alquezar from Rodellar. 3 levels of walks proposed. For dinner (not included) you can stay in "Meson del Vero" and have the negotiated price dinner ( 16) or try one of the 6 restaurants in Alquezar. Breakfast, Picnic Lunch. France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 1
Friday 28 th of Oct. : WALK Vadiello Tozal de Guara In the morning, short bus transfer to the region of Vadiello and its large lake. In this area you will be amazed by rocks shaped by the erosion. From there 3 walks will be proposed, many monasteries around, the Frachinito ridge, Pico de Mondinero and obviously Tozal de Guara. Tozal de Guara is the higest peak of the Sierra 2077m and offers majestic views over this part of the Pyrenees and to the glorious Monte Perdido/Mont Perdu, a UNESCO site located where France meets Spain. Breakfast, Picnic Lunch. Saturday 29 th of Oct. : Free Day This week-end is a bank holidays week-end in Spain also ( Todos Santos ) and there will be a good few visitors in Alquezar today. You can then just relax and enjoy Alquezar or take part of an optional activity below. In particular you can visit Barbastro, a rich historic town. There, enjoy a visit of the cathedral (16th century), declared a Historic-Artistic Heritage, which is surrounded by the Archaeological Garden, with valuable artefacts from the 12th-18th centuries. The Diocesan Museum, the Episcopal Palace, the house of Argensola, the City Hall, the church and fountain of San Francisco, the Baselga house (16th century), and the San Julián compound all hold artistic treasures that themselves narrate the history of Barbastro. Breakfast. On option enjoy a day trip to Barbastro: Bus service or Taxi. On option take a tough / Challenging guided hike in the Sierra. On option try Canyoning (descending/abseiling the rivers). On option try Rock climbing or Via Ferrata with an instructor. Sunday 30 th of Oct. : WALK Monte Perdido Pena Montanesa Early start in morning to discover another majestic part of the Spanish Pyrenees. The Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido, in the Aragonese Pyrenees, is the oldest nature reserve in Spain, founded in 1918. It is spectacularly beautiful and offers a number of possibilities, including relatively gentle hikes to full-blown mountain challenging treks. Today you will immerse yourself in incredible landscape: the surrounding mountains, the river at your feet, and the snow-capped grey rock mountains. 3 levels of walks proposed from a gentle walk up to the ascent of Pena Montanesa. Breakfast, Picnic Lunch. Monday 31 st of Oct. : WALK Salto de Rodan / Val de Onsera Today you will discover an old monastery of the XIIth century, the Ermitage San Martin. The area of Salto de Roldan is very popular for the bird watchers from all over Europe who want to observe Griffon (unique place in Europe) easy to watch there. 3 Levels of Walk offered. Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner in Meson del Vero. Tuesday 01 st of Nov. : FAREWELL!!! Early start to transfer to Barcelona airport by private transport to match Aer Lingus morning flight. Breakfast. France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 2
Dates & Price SPAIN SIERRA DE GUARA GWC Price based on 35 people coming. Price per person - Tuesday 25 th of Oct. to Tuesday 01 st of Nov. 2011: 555 Price per day for those staying less than one week 85 Supplement single room per night: 22 Supplement for challenging hike on free day: 35 Price per person Supplement for canyoning, rock climbing and via Ferrata: On site Around 50 THIS TRIP INCLUDES (based on the full week trip): A walk: 5 guided walks. Challenging. More than 1000 m ascent, 15km to 25km distance. B walk: 5 guided walks. Active. More than 600 m ascent, 10km to 18km distance. C walk: 5 guided walks. Moderate. Less than 400 m ascent, 10km to 15 km distance. Transports during the trip. 7 nights in the 2 star hotel Villa de Alquezar in Alquezar based on two people sharing. 7 breakfasts in the hotel Villa de Alquezar in Alquezar. 2 dinners in restaurant Meson del Vero in Alquezar. 5 picnic lunches. Airport transfer. THIS TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE: 2 picnic lunch (free day and last day). 5 dinners on day 2, 3,4,5,6. Possibility to eat in "Meson del Vero" at negotiated price of 16. Individual travel insurance. Flights. Beverages. All extras not included in the itinerary pages 1 and 2 or mentioned as optional. France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 3
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Check list and Notes NOTES: - Physical Demand rating: This trip is rated as Active to Challenging. This depends on the type of activity you will choose during the week and if the walks are extended or not. -Moderate: This means it includes light hiking and other activities that require only an moderate level of fitness to enjoy (ie being able to walk 5 hours maximum including breaks on relatively flat ground). -Active: This means it includes hiking and other activities that require only an average level of fitness to enjoy (ie being able to walk 7 hours maximum including breaks). -Challenging: This means it includes hiking and other activities that require a good level of fitness to enjoy (ie 8 hours walk maximum including lunch time and couple of breaks), with around 1000m ascent and 15km of distance minimum. - The accommodation is rated as Comfort: This means all rooms are en suite, the hotel has solid reputation for cleanness and food quality. - France Outdoors reserves the right to cancel a day if the weather does not permit the practice of walking in safe conditions. In this event an alternative walk or a visit of interest will be offered. - All walks can be extended (or reduced) if the group wishes to walk further (or less) than on the itinerary originally planned. - Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by a legal guardian. CHECK LIST: Walking boots. Water proof gears. Waterproof jacket breathable. Fleece jacket. Micro fleece and mountain tee shirts, if possible avoid cotton tee-shirts. Hat and cap, bandana could be helpful. Scarf. Gloves. Shorts and swimwear. Rucksack 30 Litres mini. Sun protection, eye protection. Don t forget your own medication (if any). Water Bootle camel pack 1,5 litre minimum. Walking sticks. France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 5
Terms & Conditions Trip to Spain Payment: Deposit of 150 per person should be transferred before end of April 2011. Once you transfer the deposit you will receive a receipt and the invoice for the balance of payment. Balance should be transferred no later than 30 days prior to start date. Please make payment using: Bank transfer (don't forget to mention your name) to France Outdoors to the following banks details: Bank Name: CREDIT AGRICOLE, Caisse regionale ALPES PROVENCE BIC: AGRIFRPP813 IBAN: FR76 1130 6000 6280 8909 0300 069 Credit card over the phone or online ( 10 extra per pers to cover bank fees), ring France Outdoors, we will call you back immediately or send you a link to pay online. Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be remitted in writing. Cancellations received 30 days prior to tour will be subject to a 100 administration fee. After this period, deposit is non-refundable. For cancellations received 10 days prior to tour date or less, full tour costs will be assessed. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Cancellation Insurance as this is the only way you will receive a full refund if your trip has been paid for in full. See VHI for trip insurance. No refunds will be made for a cancellation during the course of the tour, nor for unused portions of the trip, nor for any changes, upgrades, adjustments made during the course of a tour. Exceptions to this cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason. Non-payment of your trip balance by the due date will be considered a cancellation, and your space will be offered to the next person on our waiting list. Level of walks: Following the itinerary proposed, there will be a choice between three levels walks, A, B and C, one led by Vincent from France Outdoors and the other two by local leaders, English speaking. Sharing: The accommodation is based on double occupancy. If you want to share with someone specific please send your booking forms together. Optional activities: All optional activities are payable on site directly to the local operator responsible for this activity. Insurance Are you adequately covered? It is a condition of joining any of our holidays that you must be insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs and air ambulance or helicopter rescue services where appropriate). If you come from another EU country please remember to bring your E111 with you. You must be sure that you are covered for any activities that you intend to take part in. Prior to departure, it is also your responsibility to make sure you are adequately fit and with a health condition compatible with the practice of hiking / snowshoeing. We will request the details of your insurance phone number and policy number at the start of the trip as well as an emergency contact number. Booking form: Don't forget to fill in and sign out the booking form pages 7 and 8, and send to France Outdoors either by post, email (scanned version), or by post (France Outdoors Le Village 05190 Breziers France). Any Questions? Contact Vincent Lamy, from France Outdoors, vincent@franceoutdoors.com France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 6
Booking Form GWC (Continued - 1) Total package cost = 555 per person for the week, 85 per day if you prefer not to take the full week and stay only few days. Supplement Single 22 per night. Deadline for deposit end of April 2011. Mobile number (Participant 1): Address (Participant 1): You flight details: Comments (sharing, special diet,...): Dates: Please fill in your details below: Participant 1: First name and surname as per passport: Email address: Full week Yes / No Nbr days (if you stay less than a week) Sup single Yes / No Participant 2 (if applicable): First name and surname as per passport. Email address: Participant 3 (if applicable): First name and surname as per passport. Email address: Participant 4 (if applicable): First name and surname as per passport. Email address: Total number of participants: Grand total (package, supplement single) : Grand total Deposit ( 150) * (number of participants) : France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 7
Booking Form GWC (Continued - 2) Terms and Conditions: I have read the itinerary pages 1 to 5 and accept France Outdoors document terms and conditions page 6. Name (participant 1): Signature (participant 1): Date: Name (participant 2- if applicable): Signature (participant 2): Date: Name (participant 3- if applicable): Signature (participant 3): Date: Name (participant 4- if applicable): Signature (participant 4): Date: France Outdoors Ltd: Registered in Gap, France - Registered number: 50421434700016 - Trip to Spain 2011 GWC walking club rev 3 8