Follow in the footsteps of the medieval pilgrims
Walking specialist operator, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, is offering a glorious walk from Le Puy to Conques in France – following in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims. This was one of the ancient paths they walked in their thousands (and in some discomfort!) to their ultimate destination, Santiago de Compostela, in Northern Spain.
This 13-night tour embraces a beautiful rural landscape staying in small, family run hotels, getting picnics from local supermarkets. Each day one walks to a new hotel (baggage transferred en route) taking in the spectacular country views and ancient historic monuments.
The walk begins in the old town of Le Puy – in the heart of an extinct volcano. Then, on to Conques following the long distance footpath ‘Sentier de St Jacques’ through the dramatic gorges of the Allier River in Haute – Loire and the region of Lozère – a large plateau dotted with picturesque villages, churches and monuments.
In the Aubrac region near Nasbinals one walks through pastures knee high with Spring flowers and then onto Vallée du Lot to reach the famous pilgrim town of Conques with its enchanting narrow streets and Romanesque Church.
Price from £844 per person for 14 days departing 11 September 2008, includes return flights (Heathrow-Lyon returning Toulouse-Gatwick), half board accommodation and the services of a tour leader.
For more information, log on to RamblersWorldwideHolidays.co.uk.