The trip

LEVEL **

Altitude of accommodation: 1000 m
Duration of the stages: 3h30 to 6h per day
Average positive altitude difference: 460 m per day
Maximum altitude difference: 600 m
Maximum crossing altitude: 1890 m
Type of trek: on easy, varied mid-mountain trails and terrain. Passage through tunnels and secure metal staircases. Little exposure to heights, but a few rocky passages.Depending on the weather, the guide may have to modify the stages (rain, hot weather, etc.). Slippery sections on certain stages should be avoided in wet weather.
This trip is organised in collaboration with our local partners, who share our desire to offer you an authentic experience.

PHYSICAL CONDITION

This trip requires you to be in good general fitness.
Your physical preparation will make your stay easier and enable you to enjoy it all the more. To prepare, we recommend regular walking, jogging, cycling or another sport.

GUIDING

Number of participants between 5 and 15 people supervised by a qualified professional (mountain leader).

ACCOMMODATION

5 nights at the Panoramic hotel, 700m from the village of La Palud sur Verdon. This hotel, set on a balcony overlooking the valley, offers all the comfort and tranquillity you need to recharge your batteries on your return from a hike. This family-run establishment, taken over some time ago by Anthony, offers you a games room, heated swimming pool, bar, panoramic terrace and over 4.5 hectares of parkland to relax in.
Accommodation is in rooms of 2, with a double bed or 2 separate beds and private bathroom facilities. Single rooms are available on request, at an additional cost.

MEALS

Breakfast will be taken at the hotel; for dinner, we will enjoy the lively little restaurants of La Palud, 700m away (on foot or by car). Please specify any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.
We do our best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring a few extra items for your own picnics.

Practical information

ACCESS TO THE STARTING POINT

Meeting point in Moustiers Sainte Marie at 3.30 pm at the "Maïre" car park or car sharing

By car:
From Aix-Marseille take the A51 motorway to the Manosque exit.
From Lyon (334km 4h30): A 48 to Grenoble (100 km, 1 h) then RN 75 to Sisteron then A51 motorway to the exit Manosque. Manosque, follow the direction of Valensole then Moustiers. The "covoiturage parking" is on the access road to Moustiers from Manosque, 500 meters after the Total station on your left.
More information on www.viamichelin.fr 

By train:
Easy access from Paris TGV in 4h30. Transfer from Manosque station by taxi or with your guide (mobility pack: €40/person). 

If you arrive by train, you will need to take the "Mobility Pack" (€40 to be booked when you register) and your guide or a taxi will pick you up at 2.30pm at Manosque station (the "Mobility Pack" also entitles you to travel to the start of the hikes during your stay).

THE MOBILITY PACK

The "Mobility Pack" costs €40 and must be booked when you register.
It includes :
- Transfer on day 1 from Manosque to the start of the hike, and transfer on the last day to Manosque.
- Transfers to the starting points of the hikes each day.

INTERNAL TRANSFERS

The few transfers to get to the start of the hikes will be made with the personal cars of each participant. Short trips every day of around 10 minutes and a maximum of 60 kilometres over the week.
For those arriving by train, we offer a mobility pack for a maximum of 8 participants in the group. (1 9-seater minibus driven by the tour leader).

End of the tour at 3.30pm from the Firsherman Trail.
Or around 4.30pm at Manosque SNCF station if you have chosen the "mobility pack" option.

INSURANCE

In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Under no circumstances, we can replace your personal civil liability. The repatriation insurance EUROP ASSISTANCE that we offer is dedicated to French speaking people living in Europe. If it is not your case, we advise you to subscribe to another travel insurance which will cover you in case of injury and repatriation during your trek. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.
Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.

CONTACT US

If you are late please let us know as soon as possible : +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Clothing

• Walking trousers
• Shorts (Bikini/swimsuit, just in case!)
• Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
• Breathable or merino wool leggings
• Fleece or jumper
• Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
• Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover
• Pair of gloves and a warm hat
• Sun hat or baseball cap
• Walking socks (1 pair per day)
• Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in
• 1 change of clothes for the evening
• A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening

Other Equipment

• Toilet bag
• Quick drying towel
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
• Plastic cup for coffee
• Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
• Survival blanket
• Head torch or hand torch
• Sleeping bag liner sheet and pillowcase (blankets provided at accommodation)
• Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended)
• Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.