Name: NEW TRIP - The Spanish Pyrenees Mountains FOREIGN TRIP
Start: 2024-05-31T11:20:00.000Z
End: 2024-06-06T11:00:00.000Z
Location: Bilbao Airport

The Pyrenees are one of the greatest mountain ranges in Europe forming a natural border between France and Spain and providing some of the best mountain hiking in Europe.

Situated on the West side is the Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido (Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park). It offers not just some of the best hikes in this range, but is also a UNESCO World Heritage site and has 3,000m deep valleys as well as the Monte Perdido peak at 3,348m high and over a dozen other peaks over 3,000m high.

The trails here are stunning and pass mountain summits, waterfalls, lakes, caves and follow valleys and high mountain meadows. Join us on an adventure and discover this region.

**HIGHLIGHTS**

• Visit the Pyrenees - one of the premier mountain ranges in Europe for hiking
• Explore Spain's most famous mountain range and a UNESCO world heritage site
• Stay in Biescas mountain town and gateway to the Spanish Pyrenees
• Hike to Anayet peak (2,559m) with gorgeous panoramic views
• Discover the untamed wilderness of a part of this huge 430km wide mountain range
• Stay in a hotel - twin ensuite rooms. For May 2024 it will be: Hotel Tierra de Biescas: [LINK1](https://hoteltierradebiescas.com/en)

**HOLIDAY DESCRIPTION**

The Spanish Pyrenees - a mountainous region bordering France and Spain has a rich and diverse culture and history dating back even beyond the Romans and Greeks.

The Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido is the region we are exploring and is a protected area. It is one of the highlights of the Pyrenees and its mountain landscape is characterised with sharp rugged mountains and deep canyons with raised mountain plateaus.
There is a charming blend of ancient mountain villages, jagged and dramatic rocky peaks, lush valley pastures and unique alpine wildlife. These ancient mountains are much older than the Alps.

The aridity of the upper mountains contrasts with the green valleys with pastures and woods, where the fresh mountain rivers gush from high altitudes with spectacular waterfalls along their routes, through canyons and gorges until the reach the sea near the Bay of Biscay

Our trip will see highlights of this region, with hikes that take in lakes, summits, waterfalls and woodland.

**TOUGHNESS & DRIVING - Important Notes**

This trip is suitable for fit and experienced hikers only. These are tough mountain hikes involving long uphill/downhill sections on steep and uneven ground as well as walking/scrambling/climbing over rocks and boulders. Some of the trails are not suitable for anyone who suffers from vertigo and an above average level of fitness is required.
Also due to the location there is a lot of driving each day and also twisty mountain roads in minibuses

**ITINERARY**

**Friday**

Arrive at Bilbao airport. Complimentary transfer (approx 3.5 hours) to the accommodation in Biescas mountain town where we have the evening to relax and get to know each other. Have lunch in Pamplona on the way to our accommodation.

**Saturday**

Hike: Ibon de Piedrafita (Tena Valley)
Distance: 7 miles (11 km)
Grading: [Intermediate/Challenging](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
Ascent: 350m (TBCm descent)

We start our trip hiking this route to the base of the Sierra de la Partacua until Ibon de Piedrafita (this means lake in the Aragonese language), we pass by unusual geological formations, including the stunning Arch of Piedrafita.

**Sunday**

Hike: Vertice de Anayet peak (2,559m) (French Border)
Distance: 10 miles (15 km)
Grading: [Tough - Mountain](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
Ascent: 950m (950m descent)

Climbing towards the precipice of Barranco de Culibillas, the lakes reflect the high peaks of Anayet and also the iconic Midi d’Osseau. From Ibón, we go to the hill called “Neck of the Anayet” and then onwards and upwards to the Vertex of Anayet summit (2,559m).

**Monday**

FREE DAY: Optional San Juan de la Peña Monastery, Jaca tour

You can do your own thing, enjoy the hotel and the surrounding mountain village or have a cultural visit to Jaca medieval town and San Juan De La Peña Monastery (optional extra).

The Old Monastery of San Juan de la Peña is a jewel of the medieval era. After the visit, we will move to Jaca, a medieval town with more than 900 years of history and a wide range of restaurants and shops. You will have free time to visit the town and enjoy the tapas and wine before returning to the hotel in the afternoon.

**Tuesday**

Hike: Valle de Ordesa (Ordesa Valley)
Distance: 7 miles (11 km)
Grading: [Intermediate/Challenging](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
Ascent: 550m (550m descent)

Faja Racon is one of the best hikes in the Ordesa valley and an unforgettable walk. We begin to hike up through woods until we reach the impressive cliffs. There, we will follow a narrow path that takes us below the colossal cliff face with staggering views.

The path then reveals views of the awesome Circo de Cotatuero and its huge waterfall – a real wow moment.

**Wednesday**

Hike: The Anisclo Canyon
Distance: 9 miles (14 km)
Grading: [Tough - Mountain](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf)
Ascent: 800m (800m descent)

Today we discover one of the park's spectacular valleys. Waterfalls cascade down the steep cliffs rising on each side of the canyon. From the precipice it feels like the canyon is going to swallow us whole. The contrasts and depth of the canyon are mesmerising. We get stunning views of the summit of Monte Perdido (and Cilindro de Malbore and Añisclo; the trio of peaks is also known as “Las Tres Sorores”. Monte Perdido is one of the best known peaks on the mainland standing at 3355m and is the 6th tallest peak in the country. A stunning day with breathtaking views throughout.

**Thursday**

After breakfast we drive back to Bilbao airport for the flight back home.

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**COST & PAYMENT**

£864. Click “Attend” and pay the £100 deposit by Paypal. The remainder is due by bank transfer within 3 days.

Trip payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. When the trip is sold out fully paid spaces can be advertised to the same gender, for details: [FAQ](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)

**START AND END TIME**

Times are local time i.e. the times for Spain are in Spanish time.

We suggest an inbound group flight below, for anyone on this flight or at the airport at this time we arrange a complimentary transfer to the accommodation at 12:20pm. If you arrive later you will need to make your own way to the accommodation (we wait for the suggested flight if delayed)

Inbound flight 31.05.2024
Vueling 9:00am from London Gatwick (LGW) to Bilbao (BIO) landing at 12:00pm
Flight: VY6304

**RETURN**

The trip ends after breakfast and you will be transferred to Bilbao airport (approx 12 midday at the airport). However, due to the risk of delays etc or arriving later, we suggest exploring Bilbao and taking a late afternoon or evening flight.

**FOOD**

Breakfast will be provided each day as well as dinners on 2 nights, you can buy packed lunches from the local shops and the hotel. The local cuisine is diverse with strong Mediterranean features and influenced by the Romans and Arabs. Every region has a distinct cuisine with the most common ingredients being olive oil and garlic. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free can be catered for but will be a more limited choice. No other requirements can be met.

We need to be aware of dietary requirements prior to booking, please email us to confirm before booking: info@outdooraholics.co.uk

**THE PRICE INCLUDES:**

• 6 nights accommodation in twin ensuite rooms
• Breakfast each day
• 2 group dinners
• Hikes by trained guides (Outdoor First Aiders)
• Local tourist taxes
• Compliance with the 2018 Package Travel Regulations including Financial protection
• Complimentary airport transfer at the start and end of trip for everyone taking the suggested inbound flight option only

**THE PRICE EXCLUDES:**

• Flights
• All lunches - for the hiking days - you can choose your own favourite packed lunch items in the local shops
• Dinners on 4 nights - where you can choose your own favourite restaurants and cuisine
• Extra optional excursion to Monastery San Juan de la Peña & Jaca (50 Euros, payable to local company on trip).
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Travel insurance

**INSURANCE**

It is essential that you have travel insurance that covers the cost of emergency medical treatment and also the activity of hiking up to 2600 metres. It is also recommended that this covers illness, cancellation and curtailment. You will be required to provide a copy of this before the trip. Without it we cannot accept you onto the trip and no refund will be due in this case.

Outdooraholics cannot verify policies or what they cover so please confirm with your insurer. The guide accepting your policy is not an indication that we confirm it is valid or covers what we list, only your insurers can confirm this.

There are lots of insurers who cover hiking, for example the BMC: [LINK](https://www.thebmc.co.uk/insurance)

You will also need to ensure you have all valid documents to visit this country including a passport and Visa if you require one. Spain is within the EU.

**SAFETY** \- Your guide is a trained hike leader\. Outdoor activities involve a risk of personal injury\. Please bring suitable hiking footwear and hiking clothes such as warm clothes\, waterproof jacket and trousers \- [CLOTHING TIPS](https://www.londonhiking.co.uk/Equipment.pdf)

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