Walking holidays in France
Tours & holidays in 2020 & 2021

The walk in Courmayeur. (more)Peter Roobete

Overall arrangements were very good (more)Brian Collins

The scenery (more)Warwick Lee

Just what I needed. Restful, easy, a real holiday. (more)Paul Johnson

The most memorable part of the holiday was the wonderful hosts and food (more)Ruth Anderson

Peter and Carolynn source as much as they could locally, especially the wine. (more)Dorothy Penny

Probably the best walking holiday I've ever had - spectacular scenery; the perfect combination of hard physical exercise and pampering that you know you've earned. (more)Alison Sadler

If you are unsure whether this holiday is for you - just do it. The guided walks were a particular highlight. (more)Lesley Hadfield

I do want to say that our stay in the chalet was absolutely 5 *****. We were cared for beautifully in a warm and friendly ambiance with delicious, generous and creative meals, including wine. There was plenty on offer at the chalet....tv, games, hot tub. Our guide, Bruno, was fantastic. (more)Denise Hellier

Fantastic: serene winter hiking, great local knowledge, luxury accommodation with inspired food. (more)Lou Stone

The husky dog sledding, the ice climb, the snowshoeing itself, being out in such a beautiful environment! And our companions too - the other four people in the party were lovely, and we all got on very well together - enough in common to bond yet different enough for good conversation! (more)Angela Dennison

In terms of the most exciting part, it has to be the ice climbing...not part of our original plans but I'm so glad it was suggested. Slow down and enjoy your stay in what really is an undiscovered part of the Alps. (more)Norma Sherratt

It was a truly special and welcoming experience. This was a holiday which we will long remember and we feel we have made new friends. (more)Huw Thomas

We had fabulous weather to enjoy the scenery... It was a lovely relaxing holiday. The food was plentiful and good... (more)Catherine Mclaren

Wonderful scenery, great food, best company (more)Michaela Brinkhaus

Memorable parts? A truly glorious introduction to Corsica's valleys & mountains led by a' Maquis' with knowledge, enthusiasm, sensitivity & humour. Tips? Dont expect much down time! Be up front about your level of fitness. Take insect repellent. local Bar des Amies is not a late night venue nor is the hotel Beau Sejour. Massage needs to be in-group as there is no place in village. There were rumours of a masseuse with a camionette in the square but.. Local benefits? The local... (more)Sheila Turner

I would recommend this holiday to anyone who is looking for a yoga retreat or a cultural experience. (more)Rozlyn Reynolds

The holiday was very enjoyable and very memorable. Benoit and Corinne are excellent and committed hosts, and the accommodation is superbly situated. (more)Mark Hutchinson

The entire trip was memorable however my favorite aspect to this trip was the people I met. I went on this trip alone however I met some very friendly people who were also staying at the house. (more)Divya Patel

Every day was an exciting challenge, physically, but the rewards were I was spending time with my grandchildren and the people we met. Our hosts were wonderful! (more)Carol Boltz

Spending a full week in nature with animals, no car, no smart phones, spending real quality time with each other and meeting people was the most memorable. (more)Lorna Mackie

Excellent. I am completely satisfied (more)Aida Warah

Very good, mostly due to the outstanding guide. (more)David Appleton

Wonderful walking in the Vesubie valley and Mercantour National Park in stunning mountains with superb views and dazzling lakes. Beautiful wildflowers and countless butterflies, lots of other wildlife to spot. (more)Ian Sheriff

Liz and Mel made us extremely welcome and were excellent hosts. We were given delicious meals and snacks every day and Liz went out of her way to cater for dietary needs, which was a real bonus on a holiday like this. (more)Janet Nelson

Seeing fantastic landscapes & wildlife was memorable. Really great. (more)Ingrid Beveridge

The most memorable part of the holiday was the stunning scenery and walks, excellent hospitality and support. (more)Alyson Small

Beautiful mountain scenery, peace and fresh air. Great hospitality! (more)Philippa Schofield

The most exciting part of the holiday was the spectacular landscape and the chance to hike and climb in it. (more)John Roy

Memorable parts? The food throughout the stay, the choices of hikes (particularly the gorge and the mountain top), and the mix of people. Tips? Be in shape! Be prepared for challenging walks. Local benefits? We left no trace behind on our walks. Food was purchased locally. We visited local markets and went to two local restaurants. Overall rating? This experience exceeded our expectations. We had great food, great guides, interesting and challenging walks and a very... (more)Ken Margraf

Memorable parts? Scenery and wildlife seen during walks in and around Bareges. Tips? Stay with Rob and Emma at Les Cailloux, great accommodation and food, very friendly atmosphere and engagement with their guests, advice freely given, worked much better than our original plan of staying in a local hotel. Local benefits? Yes, Rob and Emma are closely engaged with the local community and all our food and wine was bought locally. As I speak French well I could also engage with... (more)Alison Jensen

Memorable parts? A truly special experience in a little corner of the Mercantour where time seems to have stood still. We went with the flow of life at the pace of an ambling donkey. Every detail of the trip was well thought out, and the route guidance booklet (which we carried with us all the time) was spot on. The range of different landscapes we walked through surprised and delighted us. The effectiveness of the route marking was also great. The holiday providers team was hugely... (more)Carolyne Mason

The most memorable part of the holiday was the combination of the yogaclasses and local activities (hike, perched villages, cooking class). The nice and relaxing house, the kind people. Benoit even provided day rucksacks for the hike, with camel bags and walking sticks for a hike, it all was excellently organised! (more)Sian Lien Oh

The most memorable part of the holiday was that I actually relaxed.. Its not just the yoga.. its the ambiance in general. St Jeanet is not touristy at all, the hosts Benoit and Corinne are very welcoming. (more)Karen Flegg

The atmosphere of the house and the people really make this a warm and welcoming place to stay with a very special ambiance. The yoga was fantastic as well. (more)Karen Rogerson

Memorable parts? Reaching the Summit of Dome Des Ecrins at 08:40 on the Sunday morning after leaving the refuge at 04:00am! Overall the experience was great, certainly recommend Bernard's excellent skills at both guiding and pushing you to reach above your goals Tips? Good boots that you know are essential, you'll be working them hard over different terrain, with and without crampons. Stuff to eat while you're on the move or balanced on a snow-field - ideally softer the better - makes... (more)Rebecca Belton

Memorable parts? The sense of satisfaction at the end of the holiday having explored a beautiful part of France on foot. Tips? Be prepared, it is a walking holiday and there are much less strenuous ways of exploring the region if walking is not for you! Local benefits? We stayed in small local hotels and other than a couple of short transfers explored the area entirely on foot. Overall rating? One of the best holidays we have had! (more)Stephanie Hall

Memorable parts? The scramble up the side of "Le Grand Couloir": unforgettable. Tips? Get fit before going. Upper body strength is very useful for the scrambling sections. Local benefits? Yes. We used local guides and stayed in eco-friendly refuges whilst on the mountains. Overall rating? This was one of the most enjoyable and rewarding holidays I have ever been on. The training was thorough and to the point. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly and the accommodation... (more)Anthony Harpur

Excellent trip, really recommend the camping trip (more)Sherine Thomas

This holiday exceeded my expectations, I was buzzing when I came back from it and just wanted to do it all again!!!!! (more)Angie Pantall

The whole walk on the Mont Blanc circuit is amazing. (more)Barbara Hayers

If you are looking for a holiday where you can do different physical activities during the day, relax and have good meals with pleasant people in the evening, this is the place to go. (more)Eivind Thorp

Excellent. It gave me exactly what I wanted - great cycling, wonderful food and good company in tranquil, natural surroundings. Very good value for money. (more)Carol Gray

Excellent! From the accommodation to the meals to the hikes, views and company! (more)Michelle McBride

It was all brilliant. The walks were amazing and all different. My favourite was the really long one but we were rewarded with the most amazing views of Mont Blanc. I loved learning about Alpine flowers. The food was fantastic. (more)Andrew Reid Wildman

The most memorable part of the holiday was being spoilt by the team in their fantastic chalet, with beautiful food and a superb mountain guide. (more)Jennifer Curry

Memorable parts? The great organisation that appeared effortless but I'm sure reflected much planning and forethought. Every day the walks were 'just right' for the weather, our legs and our mood without us having to think about it. The food was superb, varied and appeared as if by miracle in the right amounts at the perfect time. Tips? Do what preparation you can but don't worry as there are so many walks requiring so many different levels of fitness that you will love it regardless... (more)anne webb

We had a fantastic time staying in Samoens... The walking was amazing at this time of year: alpine meadows, wildflowers, waterfalls, and glacial landscapes, and not too challenging: we ranged between 500m and 970m ascent in a day. We went rafting on the Giffre on our day off, which was also great. (more)Ross Carne

Superb walking country (more)Christine Ansons

Varied expertly guided walks through magnificent scenery (more)Jon Hargreaves