June 24 - 29 SPANISH PYRENEES 2011

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The Pyrenees Mountains in Spain are the largest stretch of mountains in Northern Spain. They act as a natural buffer between Spain and France. The Pyrenees Mountains in Spain stretch from the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in the west to the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea in the east.
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I fell in love with this place and as I promised want to go there again and again.
The total price for this trip is £360 per person.
With regards to cancellations after payment, the deposit is non refundable, however it is transferable.
Our meeting point will be in Barcelona airport at Terminal 2B, Ars cafeteria & snack bar located at the far end of the terminal by the arrivals waiting area, near Barcelona city on Friday June 24 at 3 pm, where we will rent our cars from. I will be meeting you at arrival.
We will be staying in Planillo, about 4,5 hour drive from Barcelona into the heart of Pyrenees, a small village nestled in the Spanish Pyrenees at 894 metres high. This will be an excellent base to walk and explore one of the oldest natural reserves in Spain : National Park of Ordesa.
http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/d/c/2/event_15516290.jpeg The Ordesa canyon is a spectacular glacial valley, which is most famous for its awesome limestone cliffs, which tower over 1000m above the lush beech and pine forests which carpet the narrow valley floor. These cliffs are also home to the uniquely dramatic rock cornices known as 'fajas', high altitude balconies of stone formed over millions of years. Along them sensational walking routes of varying exposures cling, providing walkers at every turn with adrenalin fuelled views of the canyon and its many magnificent fairytale waterfalls.
This is a region of dramatic landscape, overseen by the peak of Monte Perdido at 3355 meters, found within the Pyrenean mountain range that forms the border between Spain and France. We can enjoy the teeming wild life of birds, deer and wild boar and spectacular views of the mountains. We will also have time to relax and visit the historical villages nearby or to cool off in the clear waters of the River Ara, or maybe to enjoy the thrills of the water sports offered in the area!
We have rented a 2 floor house - Casa Escuela Planillo, for 6 days.
The house has: 2 rooms with a double bed 1 room 3 singles 2 rooms 2 singles 2 rooms with a double and a single bed 3 bathrooms couples welcome, dining room, living room with mountain view, a garden with table and chairs, and everything else we need like fully equipped kitchen and washing machine.
At the end of this stay in the mountains we will take you back to the airport. -
Cost: £360. The cost includes: - Transport in cars for 6 days - All meals (except two dinners, when we will go out to try some local food) - Accommodation - Guided hikes - Pay Pal fee The price does NOT include the flight tickets.
We will drop you off back at Barcelona Airport on Wednesday June 29 at 2 pm.
I look forward to this trip and hope you all can make it .
WE WILL BE DOING CHALLENGING HIKES ON THIS TRIP SO IT IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR FIT AND EXPERIENCED HIKERS.
Conditions: You will need to have travel insurance and provide details before travel. It is strongly recommended to have this in place at the time of paying the deposit or the flight. Visa: Please check with the Spanish Embassy if you need a visa to travel there. Spain is within the Schengen zone. It is your responsibity to obtain all necessary travel documents, including visa. It is also essential that you take out travel insurance that covers hiking activities up to 3400 meters.

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June 24 - 29 SPANISH PYRENEES 2011