Ancient Paths

Ancient Paths2022-11-24T08:20:24+00:00

Ancient Paths: The Best Hikes

What could be better than a day spent hiking?

The picturesque valleys of the Pyrenees offer an infinite number of hiking trails to explore and awaken the senses. If you enjoy plunging waterfalls, dense forests, and incredible views, this is the experience for you.

Our custom-made activities are created by our expert guides, so whether you are new to walking holidays, a casual hiker, or a seasoned trekker, you will find plenty of exciting paths from which to choose. Our excursions range from 6-7 hours and will leave you feeling alive and energized while bringing peace to your mind and giving charge your soul.

You will also learn about the local traditions and culture of the area and indulge in the region’s splendid wines and gastronomy.

Pyrenees

“I decided to go hiking through the Pyrenees for a week in September. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I made the reservation. Alberto, the head guide, really put me at ease. He emailed me all the details, picked me up at my hotel in Barcelona and bent over backwards to make it a great trip. What I really loved about the trip is that they chose 6 of the best hikes in 6 different parks. He customized it to me so that it wouldn’t be too easy or too hard. From start to finish, everything was taken care of: hotel reservations, meals, hikes, rides…everything!

I can’t tell you enough how great of an experience it was. All of the guides were personable, punctual, knowledgeable and kind. They also had other things planned during the day, like seeing a castle after the hike, going to a cheese maker, stopping off for pictures at a beautiful spot, etc.

I can’t thank them enough for an adventure that made all of my friends and family jealous!”

— George Cluen, Washington, U.S. state

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Cross the Pyrenees and discover some of the most spectacular locations in the Aragonese-Catalan Mountains and its National Parks with our experienced and friendly guides along to assist you at all times.


  • Serene bird-watching and magnificent hikes will expose you to the many wonders of this place and enrich your experience.


  • You will discover fascinating things about the secluded, centuries-old villages nestled in with the Pyrenees along with their people and cultures.


  • And as always, you will be kept satiated by the rich and varied Spanish, Aragonese, and Catalan wines and cuisine to be found aplenty here.
Pyrenees travels: Cloudy in Occidentales Valleys Park

Day 1. Pick-up in Barcelona and shuttle to Acebo de Casa Muria hotel

Pick-up at Barcelona airport or City centre. Shuttle to Acebo de Casa Muria, our first select hotel in the mountains.
A Welcome Reception in the terrace of this charming hotel and informative meeting about the programme. Check material.

  • Dinner: Acebo de Casa Muria Hotel

View hotel

Day 2. Valley of Benasque, Posets Maladeta Natural Park

Forau de Aigualluts. After a delicious breakfast in the Acebo de Casa Muria we will head for the Forau de Aigualluts, one of the most spectacular places in Spain. During the walk we will visit the famous mountain refuge called “La Renclusa”, this is where climbers sleepover before tackling Mount Aneto (3404 metres), the highest in the Pyrenees with a small glacier that refuses to disappear. In the afternoon, we will visit the town of Benasque, also known as little Switzerland in the Pyrenees. A nice tourist town that has some of its own secrets waiting to be discovered….Return to hotel Casa Barosse at 18:00h approximately to recharge your batteries.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Lunch: Refugio La Renclusa
  • Dinner: Acebo de Casa Muria

View hotel

Day 3 Alquezar. Sierra de Guara Natural Park

After a delicious breakfast in Acebo de Casa Muria we set off for a village called Alquezar, possibly the prettiest village in Spain. Our route today is along the Vero river canyon, it has famous and spectacular footbridges and bridges. This spectacular landscape has been sculpted into the rock through the action of water, get ready for the explosion of colours as sunlight lights up your path.
We end this route at the beautiful Collegiate Church of Alquezar, a true treat to your eyes.
In the afternoon we will visit the Enate winery so you can try first hand some of the best wines from the Somontano region.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Packed / Picnic lunch
  • Dinner: Acebo de Casa Muria

View hotel

Day 4 Aiguastortes and San Maurici National Park

After a good breakfast we will head to Aiguastortes and San Maurici National Park, a large protected area in Catalonia. We will cross its lakes and forests until we reach the large mountain born lake San Maurici. The scenery is absolutely astounding!4 hours approximately of activity. 500 metres elevation difference. In the afternoon we will visit the San Clemente de Tahull Chapel, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Romanesque art in its purest form.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Lunch: Restaurante Ca la Pepa
  • Dinner. Casa Chongastan restaurant, its gastronomy is recognised nationally and iis n first place in Aragonese gastronomy ratings.

View hotel

Pyrenees Travels: Alquezar

Day 5 Ordesa and Mont Perdido National Park

After breakfast and checking-out (we change hotel today) we head towards Ordesa and Mont Perdido National Park. Majestic mountains, endless forests and beautiful valleys await us to make today a special day, one to remember! We enter a known path used by hunters to reach the Pelay Belt, one of the best and most physically demanding excursions in the Pyrenees. It’s hard to find words that do justice to the views and landscapes that you will see. 7 hours approximately of activity. 800 metres elevation difference. In the afternoon, we go to our new accommodation in Barosse Hotel Gustavo and Josse will be waiting for us with their arms wide open to welcome us to this exclusive rural hotel, a little jewel in the Aragonese Pyrenees.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Packed / Picnic lunch
  • Dinner. Barosse Hotel

View hotel

Day 6 Mallos de Riglos Natural Monument

After breakfast we set course for Los Mallos de Riglos, an unmatched place for its rock formations. We end the week with this beautiful gentle excursion through high rock towers, home to many raptors.
4 hours approximately of activity. 300 metres elevation difference.
In the afternoon, we will visit San Juan de la Peña Monastery, a Romanesque jewel from the Pyrenees.

  • Breakfast: Barosse Hotel
  • Lunch: Restaurant – Refugio de Riglos. Perfect viewpoint of the Mallos.
  • Dinner: Barosse Hotel

View hotel

Pyrenees Travels: Parque Nacional Aiguestortes

Day 7 La Jacetania. Valles Occidentales Natural Park

After a delicious breakfast in Barosse Hotel we set course for our goal today. The ascent of Monks Peak. A beautiful and variable excursion to one of the most amazing viewpoints in the Pyrenees 6 hours approximately of activity in a unique environment. 700 metres elevation difference.
Visit Canfranc Train Station / Citadel of Jaca. In the afternoon, we will visit one of Spain’s best conserved fortresses: The Citadel of Jaca, catalogued as part of Spain historical heritage. Return to Barosse Hotel at 18:00h approximately to recharge your batteries.

  • Breakfast: Barosse Hotel
  • Packed / Picnic lunch
  • Dinner: Biarritz Jaca Restaurant

View hotel

Day 8 Return shuttle to Barcelona

Breakfast and pick-up.
Return shuttle to Barcelona. 13:30h is the approximate time of arrival.
First stop in Barcelona centre (Diagonal).
Second stop at Barcelona airport.

View hotel

We offer you the freedom to create the adventures of your dreams, the flexibility to travel in small groups of 4-6 people maximum or intimately with just you and your partner. Alternatively, if you wish to travel solo across the Pyrenees in your own car, we can also adapt to those needs.

Hiking and Trekking

2,418001 PAX
  • Discover the Pyrenees in 8 days

PROGRAMME DATES:

  • From May 21 to May 28, 2023:


  • From October 15 to October 22, 2023:


  • Local guides with expert leadership will accompany you for the entirety of your journey;

  • Accommodation will be in the “El Acebo de Casa Muria” and “Hotel Barosse” hotels, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Meals will be in restaurants, in hotels, or in picnic form, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Shuttle transfers from the Barcelona airport and city centre on Days 1-8, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Sight-seeing and adventure activities, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Ground transfers during the programme;

  • Mandatory accident and rescue insurance policy to cover it during the activities.

  • Admission costs to monuments, castles and churches during the trip, as noted in the itinerary.

  • Local and international flights;

  • Extra airport shuttles (differing from those on Days 1-8);

  • Airport taxes (varies depending on location);

  • Excess baggage charges;

  • Cost of medical vaccinations;

  • Optional tipping to local staff, or our leaders or guides;

  • Personal items (tips, laundry, etc.);

  • All drinks are not included.

  • Trip cancellation insurance. We recommend that you protect your trip with a cancellation insurance.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

1000€ deposit is required to hold your reservation.

Balance of payment is due 60 days before trip starts.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS:

No charge for cancellations made 30 days before the trip.
25% charge for cancellations made from 30-15 days in advance.
50% charge for cancellations made less than 15 days in advance.

We strongly recommend you take cancellation insurance to protect your trip.

El Acebo de Casa Muria

Welcome to our house set in the Aragonese Pyrenees! This charming rural house is set in a place of true peace and tranquillity. You will fall in love with its magical landscape as you enjoy its quiet and relaxing atmosphere.

El Acebo de Muria (which literally translates to “a quiet man’s property”) is a beautiful 18th century house situated in the picturesque village of Renanué at an altitude of 1,230 metres. From here, there are magnificent views of the entire Benasque Valley.

Pyrenees Travels: Habitacion Ermita en Hotel Barosse

Casa Barosse

“Beauty, Exclusivity, and Comfort for Unique, Special Guests”

Just a stone’s throw away from Jaca is a different hotel concept in the Aragonese Pyrenees. It is a space designed for adult patrons and delicate, small details emerge in corners of marked personality.

This programme includes the following meals during the week:

MEALS
  • A filling breakfast is served in each hotel every morning and consists of a variety of options including Iberian ham, dry meats,
    homemade sausages and cheeses, various homemade breads, toasts,
    and pastries with butters and jams, fresh seasonal fruits and juices, and farm-fresh eggs;
  • Packed picnic lunches are prepared by the hotels. In Alquezar, we will have lunch in Casa Pardina;
  • Dinners will be served in your hotels, except for Tuesday and Friday evening when we will dine in two of the best restaurants in the Pyrenees: Casa Chongastán and Biarritz Restaurant.

DRINKS are not included.

The Leaders

With over 20 years experience, we are all experts in mountaineering, canyoning and climbing, in coordinating and arranging activities to meet the needs of diverse groups in the natural environment. Our passion and enthusiasm for the outdoors and fun in what we do is infectious. We speak several languages are well experienced in organising groups for foreign groups. Our local knowledge of the culture, traditions and people of the valleys all add to make your experience unforgettable.

Pyrenees Travels: David Ruiz de Gopegui

David Ruiz de Gopegui

Born in Zaragoza in 1984, the mountains beckoned David from afar and he could not resist their call. He is a qualified teacher specialising in environmental studies, a leisure time instructor, and also a trained mountain guide instructor (UIMLA International). He combines his love of photography with his work in the open air doing mountain related activities.

David is deeply passionate about the Pyrenees where he has worked for the last 14 years coordinating environmental and sporting activities. Since 2013 , he has led various international expeditions to such places as the Himalayas in Nepal, to the Alps in France and Italy, and he is seeking to embark on a new adventure in the future to Patagonia.

Pyrenees Travels: Gaspar Giner

Alberto Andrés Andrés

Alberto is a mountain and canyon guide who has been living in the Pyrenees for 20 years. He has more than 15 years of experience as a guide and is in charge of the management and development of trips and activities.

His love for the mountains is intoxicating and he is a great traveller. He has crossed many of the world’s mountain ranges in search of new challenges, all the while exploring even more mountains and their surrounding wilderness and culture.

Alberto currently runs a trendy youth hostel in the Valley of Benasque called Hostel-Guides El Run.

PACKING LIST:

Personal First Aid Supplies2017-12-03T04:23:34+00:00
  • Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher and lipbalm with sunscreen.

  • Aspirin, Ibuprofen or Tylenol for muscle pain or headaches.

  • Blister kit. Look for durable gel-type dressings that you can applied directly to blisters, for example:

    •  Advanced curative healing bandages or Gel bandages which last several days.
    •  “Liquid bandages”, such as New-Skin, are useful because they are quick drying and form a tough protective layer over a blist
  • All prescribed medicines must be clearly labelled.

  • Spare contact lenses or glasses.

Documentation2017-10-21T02:44:25+00:00
  • Airplane ticket (or electronic ticket)

  • Passport

  • Other photographic ID, for example driving license

  • Cash

  • Soft material suitcase with a small lock (must be unlocked for air transport)

  • Small rucksack big enough for a jacket or material for rain gear, bottle of water, camara and others items you may wish to take on the hikes

Clothes – Hiking & Trekking2019-06-13T09:40:18+00:00

NOTES ABOUT CLOTHES – HIKING & TREKKING

Take comfortable clothes for hiking.  Shorts maybe fine for most days but it is recommendable to take light-weight trousers aswell for cooler weather and to protection against tall grass. The best way to be comfortable is to wear various layers.  It’s a good idea to bring a change of clothes for the evening, casual is best though, nothing fancy like coats or ties.
The activities are planned during the best period of weather conditions, however being a mountainous climate it can variable and it is best to be prepared for a variety of weather conditions.
Be prepared.

This list of clothes is just a guide.

  • Good quality rain gear, for example Gore-Tex raincoat/wind stopper with hood.

  • Thick woollen jacket or woollen jumper or light Goose down Jacket or fleece and waterproof or similar.

  • Long sleeve top.  Quick drying fabrics like nylon are recommendable.

  • Long-sleeve and short-sleeve tops.

  • Hiking trousers.  Lightweight cotton or synthetic hiking trousers are the most practical choice. Jeans are not recommended because they are too hot in the sun and take a long time to dry if they get wet.

  • Hiking shorts. Made from quick drying material are recommended.

  • Swimsuit to wear under the neoprene suit.

  • A cap/hat with a wide brim preferably waterproof to protect against the sun and rain.

  • Medium weight hiking boots with Vibram rubber outer sole with good ankle support.

  • Boots or trainers that can get wet in the water activities.

  • Casual shoes for sightseeing.

  • Good walking socks. Some people like thick Thorlo socks with padded toes/ heels, or use an outer sock and synthetic inner sock.

  • Light woollen gloves and hat for cool weather.

  • Synthetic long underwear.

  • Underwear / nightwear. Synthetics fabrics dry faster.

  • Smart casual clothes to eat out in the restaurants.

 

Equipment2017-12-03T04:17:25+00:00
  • 1-2 bottles of reusable water- 1 l. capacity.

  • Good quality sun glasses

  • Folding sticks or trekking poles

Optional equipment2018-02-26T19:54:21+00:00
  • Tension convertor and plug adaptor to use appliances in hotels

  • Camara, extra batteries.

  • Bandanas (many uses)

  • Light binoculars

  • Reading/Writing material

  • Travel clock

  • Small umbrella

  • Soap to hand wash clothes.
    Laundry service available in the hotels.
Maps Pyrenees

DETAILS::

  • Duration: 8 days


  • Arrive : Barcelona Airport (El Prat), Centre of Barcelona Av. Diagonal


  • Departure: Barcelona Airport (El Prat), Centre of Barcelona Av. Diagonal


  • Accommodation: 7 nights hotel


  • Meals: All meals included: Spanish gastronomy.


  • Activity: Hiking, cultural and gastronomic visits included.


  • Trip Level:

    7 days of gentle hikes in the mountains, each between 2-3 hours duration and about 100/300 metres steep.  See “trip levels” 1/2.  Relax and Disconnect is for people who truly want relax in the mountains.  Perfect for all levels of physical abilities, the programme is tailormade to fit you.  Our expert guides with accompany you on a sensory journey full of gentle hikes between 2-3 hours duration, with many stops to give you time to enjoy and learn about the natural environment.  A delight for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.  Including cultural visits to villages, castles, chapels, museums, vineyards and excellent restaurants to make a unique and relaxing experience.


Detailed information about this experience can be found in the following dossier in PDF format. Download here.

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Remember if you have any queries or questions please contact us by email or call us:

Phone: +34 974 55 38 72

Our custom-made activities are created by our expert guides, so whether you are new to walking holidays, a casual hiker, or a seasoned trekker, you will find plenty of exciting paths from which to choose. Our excursions range from 6-7 hours and will leave you feeling alive and energized while bringing peace to your mind and giving charge your soul.

You will also learn about the local traditions and culture of the area and indulge in the region’s splendid wines and gastronomy.

Pyrenees

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Cross the Pyrenees and discover some of the most spectacular locations in the Aragonese-Catalan Mountains and its National Parks with our experienced and friendly guides along to assist you at all times.


  • Serene bird-watching and magnificent hikes will expose you to the many wonders of this place and enrich your experience.


  • You will discover fascinating things about the secluded, centuries-old villages nestled in with the Pyrenees along with their people and cultures. And as always, you will be kept satiated by the rich and varied Spanish, Aragonese, and Catalan wines and cuisine to be found aplenty here.


Pyrenees travels: Cloudy in Occidentales Valleys Park

Day 1. Pick-up in Barcelona and shuttle to Acebo de Casa Muria hotel

Pick-up at Barcelona airport or City centre. Shuttle to Acebo de Casa Muria, our first select hotel in the mountains.
A Welcome Reception in the terrace of this charming hotel and informative meeting about the programme. Check material.

  • Dinner: Acebo de Casa Muria Hotel

View hotel

Day 2. Valley of Benasque, Posets Maladeta Natural Park

Forau de Aigualluts. After a delicious breakfast in the Acebo de Casa Muria we will head for the Forau de Aigualluts, one of the most spectacular places in Spain. During the walk we will visit the famous mountain refuge called “La Renclusa”, this is where climbers sleepover before tackling Mount Aneto (3404 metres), the highest in the Pyrenees with a small glacier that refuses to disappear. In the afternoon, we will visit the town of Benasque, also known as little Switzerland in the Pyrenees. A nice tourist town that has some of its own secrets waiting to be discovered….Return to hotel Casa Barosse at 18:00h approximately to recharge your batteries.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Lunch: Refugio La Renclusa
  • Dinner: Acebo de Casa Muria

View hotel

Day 3 Alquezar. Sierra de Guara Natural Park

After a delicious breakfast in Acebo de Casa Muria we set off for a village called Alquezar, possibly the prettiest village in Spain. Our route today is along the Vero river canyon, it has famous and spectacular footbridges and bridges. This spectacular landscape has been sculpted into the rock through the action of water, get ready for the explosion of colours as sunlight lights up your path.
We end this route at the beautiful Collegiate Church of Alquezar, a true treat to your eyes.
In the afternoon we will visit the Enate winery so you can try first hand some of the best wines from the Somontano region.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Packed / Picnic lunch
  • Dinner: Acebo de Casa Muria

View hotel

Day 4 Aiguastortes and San Maurici National Park

After a good breakfast we will head to Aiguastortes and San Maurici National Park, a large protected area in Catalonia. We will cross its lakes and forests until we reach the large mountain born lake San Maurici. The scenery is absolutely astounding!4 hours approximately of activity. 500 metres elevation difference. In the afternoon we will visit the San Clemente de Tahull Chapel, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Romanesque art in its purest form.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Lunch: Restaurante Ca la Pepa
  • Dinner. Casa Chongastan restaurant, its gastronomy is recognised nationally and iis n first place in Aragonese gastronomy ratings.

View hotel

Pyrenees Travels: Alquezar

Day 5 Ordesa and Mont Perdido National Park

After breakfast and checking-out (we change hotel today) we head towards Ordesa and Mont Perdido National Park. Majestic mountains, endless forests and beautiful valleys await us to make today a special day, one to remember! We enter a known path used by hunters to reach the Pelay Belt, one of the best and most physically demanding excursions in the Pyrenees. It’s hard to find words that do justice to the views and landscapes that you will see. 7 hours approximately of activity. 800 metres elevation difference. In the afternoon, we go to our new accommodation in Barosse Hotel Gustavo and Josse will be waiting for us with their arms wide open to welcome us to this exclusive rural hotel, a little jewel in the Aragonese Pyrenees.

  • Breakfast: Acebo de Casa Muria
  • Packed / Picnic lunch
  • Dinner. Barosse Hotel

View hotel

Day 6 Mallos de Riglos Natural Monument

After breakfast we set course for Los Mallos de Riglos, an unmatched place for its rock formations. We end the week with this beautiful gentle excursion through high rock towers, home to many raptors.
4 hours approximately of activity. 300 metres elevation difference.
In the afternoon, we will visit San Juan de la Peña Monastery, a Romanesque jewel from the Pyrenees.

  • Breakfast: Barosse Hotel
  • Lunch: Restaurant – Refugio de Riglos. Perfect viewpoint of the Mallos.
  • Dinner: Barosse Hotel

View hotel

Pyrenees Travels: Parque Nacional Aiguestortes

Day 7 La Jacetania. Valles Occidentales Natural Park

After a delicious breakfast in Barosse Hotel we set course for our goal today. The ascent of Monks Peak. A beautiful and variable excursion to one of the most amazing viewpoints in the Pyrenees 6 hours approximately of activity in a unique environment. 700 metres elevation difference.
Visit Canfranc Train Station / Citadel of Jaca. In the afternoon, we will visit one of Spain’s best conserved fortresses: The Citadel of Jaca, catalogued as part of Spain historical heritage. Return to Barosse Hotel at 18:00h approximately to recharge your batteries.

  • Breakfast: Barosse Hotel
  • Packed / Picnic lunch
  • Dinner: Biarritz Jaca Restaurant

View hotel

Day 8 Return shuttle to Barcelona

Breakfast and pick-up.
Return shuttle to Barcelona. 13:30h is the approximate time of arrival.
First stop in Barcelona centre (Diagonal).
Second stop at Barcelona airport.

View hotel

We offer you the freedom to create the adventures of your dreams, the flexibility to travel in small groups of 4-6 people maximum or intimately with just you and your partner. Alternatively, if you wish to travel solo across the Pyrenees in your own car, we can also adapt to those needs.

Hiking and Trekking

2,418001 PAX
  • Discover the Pyrenees in 8 days

PROGRAMME DATES:

  • From May 21 to May 28, 2023:


  • From October 15 to October 22, 2023:


  • Local guides with expert leadership will accompany you for the entirety of your journey;

  • Accommodation will be in the “El Acebo de Casa Muria” and “Hotel Barosse” hotels, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Meals will be in restaurants, in hotels, or in picnic form, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Shuttle transfers from the Barcelona airport and city centre on Days 1-8, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Sight-seeing and adventure activities, as noted in the itinerary;

  • Ground transfers during the programme;

  • Mandatory accident and rescue insurance policy to cover it during the activities.

  • Admission costs to monuments, castles and churches during the trip, as noted in the itinerary.

  • Local and international flights;

  • Extra airport shuttles (differing from those on Days 1-8);

  • Airport taxes (varies depending on location);

  • Excess baggage charges;

  • Cost of medical vaccinations;

  • Optional tipping to local staff, or our leaders or guides;

  • Personal items (tips, laundry, etc.);

  • All drinks are not included.

  • Trip cancellation insurance. We recommend that you protect your trip with a cancellation insurance.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

1000€ deposit is required to hold your reservation.

Balance of payment is due 60 days before trip starts.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS:

No charge for cancellations made 30 days before the trip.
25% charge for cancellations made from 30-15 days in advance.
50% charge for cancellations made less than 15 days in advance.

We strongly recommend you take cancellation insurance to protect your trip.

El Acebo de Casa Muria

Welcome to our house set in the Aragonese Pyrenees! This charming rural house is set in a place of true peace and tranquillity. You will fall in love with its magical landscape as you enjoy its quiet and relaxing atmosphere.

El Acebo de Muria (which literally translates to “a quiet man’s property”) is a beautiful 18th century house situated in the picturesque village of Renanué at an altitude of 1,230 metres. From here, there are magnificent views of the entire Benasque Valley.

Pyrenees Travels: Habitacion Ermita en Hotel Barosse

Casa Barosse

“Beauty, Exclusivity, and Comfort for Unique, Special Guests”

Just a stone’s throw away from Jaca is a different hotel concept in the Aragonese Pyrenees. It is a space designed for adult patrons and delicate, small details emerge in corners of marked personality.

This programme includes the following meals during the week:

MEALS
  • A filling breakfast is served in each hotel every morning and consists of a variety of options including Iberian ham, dry meats,
    homemade sausages and cheeses, various homemade breads, toasts,
    and pastries with butters and jams, fresh seasonal fruits and juices, and farm-fresh eggs;
  • Packed picnic lunches are prepared by the hotels. In Alquezar, we will have lunch in Casa Pardina;
  • Dinners will be served in your hotels, except for Tuesday and Friday evening when we will dine in two of the best restaurants in the Pyrenees: Casa Chongastán and Biarritz Restaurant.

DRINKS are not included.

The Leaders

With over 20 years experience, we are all experts in mountaineering, canyoning and climbing, in coordinating and arranging activities to meet the needs of diverse groups in the natural environment. Our passion and enthusiasm for the outdoors and fun in what we do is infectious. We speak several languages are well experienced in organising groups for foreign groups. Our local knowledge of the culture, traditions and people of the valleys all add to make your experience unforgettable.

Pyrenees Travels: David Ruiz de Gopegui

David Ruiz de Gopegui

Born in Zaragoza in 1984, the mountains beckoned David from afar and he could not resist their call. He is a qualified teacher specialising in environmental studies, a leisure time instructor, and also a trained mountain guide instructor (UIMLA International). He combines his love of photography with his work in the open air doing mountain related activities.

David is deeply passionate about the Pyrenees where he has worked for the last 14 years coordinating environmental and sporting activities. Since 2013 , he has led various international expeditions to such places as the Himalayas in Nepal, to the Alps in France and Italy, and he is seeking to embark on a new adventure in the future to Patagonia.

Pyrenees Travels: Gaspar Giner

Alberto Andrés Andrés

Alberto is a mountain and canyon guide who has been living in the Pyrenees for 20 years. He has more than 15 years of experience as a guide and is in charge of the management and development of trips and activities.

His love for the mountains is intoxicating and he is a great traveller. He has crossed many of the world’s mountain ranges in search of new challenges, all the while exploring even more mountains and their surrounding wilderness and culture.

Alberto currently runs a trendy youth hostel in the Valley of Benasque called Hostel-Guides El Run.

PACKING LIST:

Personal First Aid Supplies2017-12-03T04:23:34+00:00
  • Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher and lipbalm with sunscreen.

  • Aspirin, Ibuprofen or Tylenol for muscle pain or headaches.

  • Blister kit. Look for durable gel-type dressings that you can applied directly to blisters, for example:

    •  Advanced curative healing bandages or Gel bandages which last several days.
    •  “Liquid bandages”, such as New-Skin, are useful because they are quick drying and form a tough protective layer over a blist
  • All prescribed medicines must be clearly labelled.

  • Spare contact lenses or glasses.

Documentation2017-10-21T02:44:25+00:00
  • Airplane ticket (or electronic ticket)

  • Passport

  • Other photographic ID, for example driving license

  • Cash

  • Soft material suitcase with a small lock (must be unlocked for air transport)

  • Small rucksack big enough for a jacket or material for rain gear, bottle of water, camara and others items you may wish to take on the hikes

Clothes – Hiking & Trekking2019-06-13T09:40:18+00:00

NOTES ABOUT CLOTHES – HIKING & TREKKING

Take comfortable clothes for hiking.  Shorts maybe fine for most days but it is recommendable to take light-weight trousers aswell for cooler weather and to protection against tall grass. The best way to be comfortable is to wear various layers.  It’s a good idea to bring a change of clothes for the evening, casual is best though, nothing fancy like coats or ties.
The activities are planned during the best period of weather conditions, however being a mountainous climate it can variable and it is best to be prepared for a variety of weather conditions.
Be prepared.

This list of clothes is just a guide.

  • Good quality rain gear, for example Gore-Tex raincoat/wind stopper with hood.

  • Thick woollen jacket or woollen jumper or light Goose down Jacket or fleece and waterproof or similar.

  • Long sleeve top.  Quick drying fabrics like nylon are recommendable.

  • Long-sleeve and short-sleeve tops.

  • Hiking trousers.  Lightweight cotton or synthetic hiking trousers are the most practical choice. Jeans are not recommended because they are too hot in the sun and take a long time to dry if they get wet.

  • Hiking shorts. Made from quick drying material are recommended.

  • Swimsuit to wear under the neoprene suit.

  • A cap/hat with a wide brim preferably waterproof to protect against the sun and rain.

  • Medium weight hiking boots with Vibram rubber outer sole with good ankle support.

  • Boots or trainers that can get wet in the water activities.

  • Casual shoes for sightseeing.

  • Good walking socks. Some people like thick Thorlo socks with padded toes/ heels, or use an outer sock and synthetic inner sock.

  • Light woollen gloves and hat for cool weather.

  • Synthetic long underwear.

  • Underwear / nightwear. Synthetics fabrics dry faster.

  • Smart casual clothes to eat out in the restaurants.

 

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  • 1-2 bottles of reusable water- 1 l. capacity.

  • Good quality sun glasses

  • Folding sticks or trekking poles

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  • Tension convertor and plug adaptor to use appliances in hotels

  • Camara, extra batteries.

  • Bandanas (many uses)

  • Light binoculars

  • Reading/Writing material

  • Travel clock

  • Small umbrella

  • Soap to hand wash clothes.
    Laundry service available in the hotels.
Maps Pyrenees

DETAILS::

  • Duration: 8 days


  • Arrive : Barcelona Airport (El Prat), Centre of Barcelona Av. Diagonal


  • Departure: Barcelona Airport (El Prat), Centre of Barcelona Av. Diagonal


  • Accommodation: 7 nights hotel


  • Meals: All meals included: Spanish gastronomy.


  • Activity: Hiking, cultural and gastronomic visits included.


  • Trip Level:

    7 days of gentle hikes in the mountains, each between 2-3 hours duration and about 100/300 metres steep.  See “trip levels” 1/2.  Relax and Disconnect is for people who truly want relax in the mountains.  Perfect for all levels of physical abilities, the programme is tailormade to fit you.  Our expert guides with accompany you on a sensory journey full of gentle hikes between 2-3 hours duration, with many stops to give you time to enjoy and learn about the natural environment.  A delight for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.  Including cultural visits to villages, castles, chapels, museums, vineyards and excellent restaurants to make a unique and relaxing experience.


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