7-day Queyras Balconies snowshoeing tour

Join one of our expert guides on this 7-day snowshoeing adventure in the Queyras. Discover this beautiful region in a unique and comfortable way.

Alps

7 Days

Jan, Mar, Apr, Dec

High

Intermediate

Description

The Queyras Regional Natural Park is one of the least known and yet most amazing places in the French Alps. This valley is located right at the border with Italy. This area is not only beautiful but also rich in culture and traditions. The Queyras is dazzling all year round, but winter brings a special glow to it, hard to compare. Discover all that beauty and culture on this 7-day snowshoeing tour.

Even though there are many places to explore snowshoeing during winter in the Alps, the Queyras is one of the best options. Amongst other reasons, the Queyras was one of the last mountain ranges that was opened for touristic activities. Thus, this valley has remained protected from pollution and it is one of the most intact in the region.

Everyday you will discover a new wonder of this incredible Regional Park. You will reach unique spots, so you get access to the most mesmerizing views. Also, you will walk through lovely valleys, with landscapes that will simply take your breath away. The pristine veil of snow that cover the Queyras, makes it a very special thing to be able to walk through it.

Moreover you will learn about the local culture and wildlife. You’ll have the opportunity to a visit to a local house and ecomuseum, and a initiation course to nivology.

And, at the end of every day, you’ll get to relax back in your hotel. You can visit the sauna or simply sit down, get a hot drink and enjoy the hypnotizing views. The Le Grans Tétras hotel has installed gigantic windows so the charm of the winter doesn’t stop once you are inside, and you can still appreciate it from the warmth within.

So if you want to explore the Queyras during winter in a unique way, this is the perfect trip for you. Please send me a request, and I’ll make sure this snowshoeing trip is unforgettable.

However if you want to explore this region during the summer, this 6-day Queyras trek might be ideal for you.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Luggage transfer

Price details

The price rate is set with the accommodation in hotel, 2 persons room with bath or shower + WC (sheets and towels supplied) : From 695€ to 830€/ person depending of the week; accommodation in 4 beds shared room with bathroom + WC (sheets supplied, towels not supplied) : From 565€ to 730€/ person depending of the week; If you wish to be alone in a room, you will have to pay an extra charge of 120€. If you wish to arrive sooner or to stay after the week we can book some extra nights for you: In a 2 persons room: from 70,50€ to 79,50€ depending of the week; in a single room : From 90€ to 93€ depending of the week / THE PRICE INCLUDES: Full board from Sunday evening to Saturday morning; The ride to and from Mont DauphinGuillestre train station; Supervision of the walks by your guide; The security equipment, snowshoes and sticks; The necessary car rides for the walk schedules; Tourist tax. THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: Wine and drinks with meals; Travel insurances

Itinerary

Day 1: Meeting

Meeting at 7.30 p.m at the hotel** “Le Grand Tétras” in the village of Saint-Véran

Day 2: Saint Véran balconies

You’ll reach the high mountain pastures of the Gardioles (2200 m) and have a stunning view of the summits and villages in the Queyras. We’ll also teach you about the avalanche transceiver

Day 3: La Monta (1660 m) – La Médille ( 1995 m)

We’ll walk along a magnificent frozen lake. Then we’ll go to a nature reserve where you’ll see the region’s wildlife. You will have the chance to see Mount Viso from an exceptional point of view.

Day 4: Le Raux (1919 m) – Pont du Moulin (1849 m) – Cross of Curlet’s summit (2301 m)

We’ll arrive to the Raux and walk through the corss of Curlet. The views of Saint Verán are amazing from this point. And when you walk over this lovely village you’ll understand why is one of the highlights of this trip.

Day 5: Arvieux (1550 m) – Clapeyto's huts ( 2250 m)

We’ll walk through Clapeyto, and arrive to a charming small plateu. The area looks like it was taken out of a postcard.

Day 6: La Rua (1880 m) – Bûcher summit (2254 m) 360° view over the Queyras.

This day we’ll cross a bridge on the Aigue Agnelle and reach the Prés Fromage, and the Bûcher summit.

Day 7: End of the trip

After a delicious breakfast we’ll end our trip.

Details

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5 persons minimum, 13 maximum. PERSONAL EQUIPMENT NEEDED For the hike: - Backpack (30 to 35 L advised); - Waterproof hiking boots; - Gaiters if the bottom of your trousers is not long enough to keep the snow from getting into your shoes; - Hiking socks (avoid cotton); - Comfortable, warm and waterproof hiking trousers. (that dries quickly); - Sport T-shirt (avoid cotton); - Warm jacket or wool jumper; - Waterproof jacket; - A pair of gloves (an extra pair is highly recommended); - Hat properly covering your ears; - Sunglasses; - Thermos flask for hot drinks (MANDATORY); - Plastic box and cutlery for your picnic; - Sunscreen and lipstick; - Small personal emergency kit / For all of our snowshoeing stay, you provide you a DVA (avalanches victims detector) coming with a shovel and a sounding line.

Meeting point

Meeting at 7:30 p.m at the hotel** “Le Grand Tétras” (Phone: +33 4 9245 82 42) at the village of Saint Véran.

About the guide

Chantal

Mountain Leader

I am the director of a trekking agency based in the Queyras Regional Park and specialized in guided and self-guided walking, snowshoeing and cycling trips in the southern alps.

I created my agency with 3 other mountain leaders 20 years ago. Who in the present work with me, and we as a team, take care of all the trips.

Please get in touch with me, if you want us to organise you a great trip in the Alps !

Languages

French | English

Certificates

SNAM | UIMLA

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