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ABOUT THIS TOUR
Located in rural south central France, taking in parts of the Haute-Loire and the Lozere regions, and also including the Livradois-Forez Natural Regional Park and the impressive Cévennes National Park. This is genuine adventure country, travelling though seemingly endless areas with the most outstanding natural beauty. Agriculture and adventure activities prevail, providing plentiful opportunities to indulge in the local delicatessen, between partaking in the various exciting river-based sports. The rugged pastoral charm of the region remains unspoiled by much tourist infrastructure, though the campsites are excellent, as are the numerous outdoor adventure activities. If you need to escape to the wilderness following the summer school holidays, and you enjoy exploring the natural environment, then this exceptional tour right through the heart of rural France will suit you perfectly. From exciting rafting on the Allier river, between Monistrol and Prades, to fabulous kayaking through the majestic Tarn Gorge, you will experience one delight after another, on this most excellent 4X4 offroad adventure tour. Fully catered as always, and also including adventure activities.
START
We meet at a campsite near Ambert in the late afternoon preceding Day 1, to enjoy a welcoming BBQ, followed by the briefing.
FINISH
At a campsite near Chaliers on the morning of Day 11, and after a complimentary farewell breakfast, we head our separate ways.
INCLUDED
Full catering 3 meals per day for the duration of the tour, outdoor adventure activities as detailed in the itinerary, all campsite fees from start to finish, including the meeting campsite preceding Day 1.
HIGHLIGHTS
It almost goes without saying that the offroad driving on this tour is second to none. With just the right amount of technicality to keep it exciting, without any risk of damage, the tracks are as different as they are plentiful, traversing some of the loveliest wilderness in the whole of France. The Massif Central is rightfully recognised as an area of outstanding natural beauty, and you will be exploring the best of it. We start north of the region of the Haute-Loire, making our way south through parts of the Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez, travelling on mountain tracks, through hardwood forests, and including the occasional shallow river crossing. Our first adventure activity sees us river rafting on the Allier between the towns of Monistrol and Prades, from our campsite at Langeac, itself also a fascinating town to explore. Exceptionally good offroad driving takes us on to the region of the Lozere, where we enjoy crossing part of the Parc National des Cévennes. This area is host to some beautifully impressive towns, such as Florac and Sainte-Enimie, and also includes the spectacular Tarn Gorge, site of our second adventure activity. From our campsite near St Enimie, we will be enjoying a magical half day (or longer) of kayaking down the Tarn river. This is perhaps the standout highlight of the trip for many people, being a truly special way to explore the river gorge from within. This new tour is most suitable for those who thrive on adventure, both in their cars on the tracks, and out of their cars enjoying the activities.
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