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OVERVIEW

Walk Southwest of France in the famous Périgord noir area around Sarlat. Enjoy the stunning natural beauty and rich heritage of the Dordogne & Vézère valley.

The trail has you traverse along rivers, through chestnut forests and walnut orchards, and via fairytale castles from the Middle Ages and the renaissance period. Enjoy immersing yourself in the most beautiful villages in France and discover pre-historic sites with cave drawings. In the evening mingle with locals in the colourful Sarlat market. Savour the local cuisine of the region: foie gras, confits, truffles, and strawberries accompanied with a glass of Bergerac wine among other things.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Choice of an easy or moderate hike each day
  • Enjoy the Dordogne River and the finest Dordogne scenery.
  • Visit the hilltop village of the Domme
  • Walk via what are ranked by the French themselves as some of the most beautiful villages in France, including hilltop villages with spectacular views
  • Enjoy the pre-historic sites & chateaux lining the banks of the Dordogne
  • Discover the great diversity of prehistoric sites at Les Eyzies, Lascaux, and Roque St Christophe in the UNESCO classified Vézère valley

WALK OVERVIEW

TYPE OF WALK
SELF GUIDED
TRIP LENGTH
8 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate

Grade 3 – Moderate

Short, steep hill sections. Chance to ride out on longer walks greater than 12km. A moderate active lifestyle and some walking experience is recommended.  C

PRICE FROM
$ 2395

per person twin/double share

SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 755

Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of a room when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.

per person

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ITINERARY

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8

DAY 1
ARRIVE SARLAT

The walk begins in Sarlat-la-Canéda the capital of the Périgord Noir. Sarlat’s picturesque small squares and its many architectural treasures are worth exploring.  If you start the walk on a Friday or Saturday you will get to enjoy the colour and life of the weekly market which takes place every Wednesday night in Sarlat.

Accommodation: Night in Sarlat

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 2
CHATEAU DE COMMARQUE & THE BEUNE VALLEY

In the morning after breakfast, you are transferred to the charming perigourdine village of Marquay with its 12-century fortified church at its centre. Walk through dense chestnut and oak forests, punctuated by small hamlets and rock shelters carved out by the River Beune to the Château de Commarque ( not open in March). From the chateaux, there are outstanding views over the breathtaking landscape.  There are also troglodyte habitats and a prehistoric cave to explore. Continue your loop back to Marquay.

Walking: 12km / 3hrs 15mins

Elevation: +330m / -330m

Accommodation: Night in Sarlat

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 3
BENYAC VIA LA ROQUE AND VITRAC TO DOMME

There are two walk options today, either you can start your walk in Beynac or in La Roque Gageac and walk the shorter option. Beynac is a very pretty cliff-side village with an impressive château, its claim to fame is that it once was captured by Richard Lionheart. Walk over wooded hills above the river before you reach La Roque Gageac listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Expect to discover historic mansions, troglodyte dwellings,  old stone houses with authentic layered lauze roofs and exotic gardens. Take up the opportunity of a boat ride down the river on a flat-bottomed Gabarre, a reconstruction of old merchant ships from the 18th century.

Walking: 18km or 11km / 5h 15mins or 2h 45mins

Elevation: +650m/-500m or +390m/-280m

Accommodation: Night in Domme

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4
CHAREAU DES MILANDES VIA CHAREAU DE CASTELNAUD TO DOMME

From Domme, you enter the gorgeous countryside as you walk to the Château and gardens of Milandes. This is the former home of Josephine Baker, the legendary entertainer and activist of the early 20th century. You follow the left bank of the Dordogne to Castelnaud, another classified most beautiful village with its marvellous medieval castle which played a pivotal role in the Hundred Years War. Continue your climb and finish in Domme, enjoy a stroll through the village’s cobbled streets, fortified gates, towers and the covered market.

Walking: 13km /3hrs 30 mins

Elevation: +430m / -390m

Accommodation: Night in Domme

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5
THE VEZERE VALLEY

Today you explore the Vezere valley as you make your way to Les Eyzies the capital of prehistory.  Either choose to be transferred to Limueil or directly to Le Bugue for the shorter walk shorter. Limeuil is listed among the most beautiful in France. Traverse picturesque landscapes before arriving in Le Bugue located on the Vézère river. Walk through forest canopies, quaint farms and hamlets to St Cirq. Visit the prehistoric Grotte du Sorcier along the way culminating in the capital of prehistory Les Eyzies.

Walking: 23km or 13.5km /6hrs 30mins or 3hrs 30 mins

Elevation: +440m / -430m or + 190m / -180m

Accommodation: Night in Les Eyzies.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6
LES EYZIES THE CAPITAL OF MANKIND

After breakfast you will be transferred to the start of the walk, you have a choice of walks today either the longer or shorter option depending on how you feel. Today you will walk through the rural heart of the Périgourdine countryside taking a gentle walk through forest, past farms and hamlets on your way back to Les Eyezies. After your walk explore prehistoric remains at the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies (entrance not included).

Walking: 15km or 10km /4hrs 10 mins or  2hrs 40mins

Elevation: +-320m or +165m / -270m

Accommdation: Night in Les Eyzies.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7
LA ROQUE ST CHRISTOPHE AND ST LEON SUR VEZERE

For this hiking day you can choose between two options: After breakfast transfer to Le Moustier (long walk) or to St Leon sur Vezere (short walk). From Le Moustier you walk on the path of prehistory that runs along La Roque Saint Christophe a troglodyte site unique in the world before arriving at Saint Léon sur Vézère, a classified village, perhaps enjoy a refreshing drink or lunch in a café terrace with stunning views over the river then continue to the charming village of Montignac located at the foot of the famous hill of Lascaux.

Walking: 20km or 14km /5hrs 30mins or 3hrs 30 mins

Elevation: +100 / -510 or + 300m / -290m

Accommodation: Night in Montignac

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8
LASCAUX CAVE

Today is your departure day. There is time enough to do a short loop walking once again in the footsteps of our ancestors as you make your way to the famous LASCAUX II / IV cave (this will need to be booked in advance).

The walk concludes after your walk in Montignac. We provide a transfer at 4.30 pm from Montignac to Sarlat (or at another time but this needs to be advised at the time of booking).

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Pack-free walking

  • 25+ years experience

  • Customised

  • Eco Travel

  • 7 nights accommodation with private facilities, in handpicked 3-star hotels or 4-star upgrades
  • 7 breakfasts
  • All transport on and off the track incl luggage transfers
  • Our comprehensive set of notes, detailed walking itineraries, integrated maps and insider tips (where to get the freshest baguettes, where to taste olive oil or wine)
  • 24/7 support from our driver and representatives on the ground
  • Beautiful Dordogne and some of the most beautiful French villages in France

ACCOMMODATION & DINING

OVERVIEW

All the accommodations have been handpicked to reflect the character and history of the region. From elegant guesthouses, and small charming hotels to 19th Century family homes you can be assured that wherever you stay you will be warmly welcomed. The accommodations are 3-star with an emphasis on location and the ambience of the region. There is a choice of upgrading to 4-star accommodation if you wish.

We will endeavour to book all the accommodation listed below, but in the off chance we can’t, we will substitute something of equal quality.

4 Star Accommodation mostly displayed.

  • Night 1 & 2

  • Night 3 & 4

  • Night 5 & 6

  • Night 7

GENERAL INFO

AVAILABILITY

This walk is available from the 1st of March to November 15th.

HOW TO GET TO THE START AND FROM THE END OF THE WALK

The walk starts and ends in Sarlat. You will need to get yourself to and from the start and end of your walk. i.e. you will need to organise your travel to the start of the trip in Sarlat. To make it easy we have collated some useful information that will assist you in making arrangements for your travel.

Train: From Paris with TGV High-speed train Paris or from Bordeaux and then Bordeaux to Sarlat or with a direct train also from Paris. Or from Bordeaux airport by train from Bordeaux to Sarlat. Please see websites below for more information.

Trainline.com: https://www.thetrainline.com/en/train-times
TGV: https://en.oui.sncf/en/tgv

Plane: One of the easiest options would be to fly into Bordeaux and then catch the train from there to Sarlat. There are many airlines that fly from Paris to Bordeaux. Below are possible websites that provide a number of different carriers to choose from.

https://www.kayak.com/flights
www.google.com/flights

WALKING

What’s important is to optimise your time whilst you are in the region. We transfer you on some days to avoid out-and-back walks, to let you discover more of the Dordogne region at your own pace. The terrain is hilly, but not mountainous, with lots of chestnut & oak forests, and typical farm animals like cattle, sheep and goats. The walks are not technically difficult as there is not much elevation, so the walks are fairly easy, but we still offer shorter options for those who want easier days.

The walk is moderate with some long days if you wish. There are options to shorten the walk on all of the long days. Full-day walks average about 18 km with 5 –6. hours walking each day. The walking is over mostly flat well-maintained paths through the most beautiful parts of the Dordogne region. Please assess your walking capability in context of how many kilometres each day is walked to assess whether this walk is suitable for you. Walkers have let us know that our assessment of the walk as moderate is accurate but their level of fitness may not be equivalent to your fitness level.

This is a beautiful area with many fabulous historic attractions on top of the fabulous walking routes. We highly recommend that you incorporate some extra time after the walk to rest and immerse yourself in the region.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

WEATHER

From March the temperature begins to rise so be prepared for warmer days if you walk in June (summer). The walk is not offered in winter as the accommodations close and the conditions are not pleasant or perhaps even safe in the mountains. Shoulder season is by far the best time as the weather is perfect for walking and the added advantage of having less people around in the villages and towns (we walk away from the people on the walk so crowds are never an issue.)

See the weather information at different times of the year.

INSURANCE

We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.

For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.

We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office.  See the FAQ section for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.

MAP

DEPARTURE DATES

  • DATES
    AVAILABILITY
    PRICE
    PER PERSON
    Single Occupancy
    DETAILS
  • 1 Mar 2024 - 15 Nov 2024
    AVAILABLE
    from

    $2495

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $795
    BOOK NOW
  • 1 Mar 2024 - 15 Nov 2024
    AVAILABLE
    from

    $3395

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $1745

    4 Star Accommodation

    BOOK NOW

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Overview

OVERVIEW

Walk Southwest of France in the famous Périgord noir area around Sarlat. Enjoy the stunning natural beauty and rich heritage of the Dordogne & Vézère valley.

The trail has you traverse along rivers, through chestnut forests and walnut orchards, and via fairytale castles from the Middle Ages and the renaissance period. Enjoy immersing yourself in the most beautiful villages in France and discover pre-historic sites with cave drawings. In the evening mingle with locals in the colourful Sarlat market. Savour the local cuisine of the region: foie gras, confits, truffles, and strawberries accompanied with a glass of Bergerac wine among other things.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Choice of an easy or moderate hike each day
  • Enjoy the Dordogne River and the finest Dordogne scenery.
  • Visit the hilltop village of the Domme
  • Walk via what are ranked by the French themselves as some of the most beautiful villages in France, including hilltop villages with spectacular views
  • Enjoy the pre-historic sites & chateaux lining the banks of the Dordogne
  • Discover the great diversity of prehistoric sites at Les Eyzies, Lascaux, and Roque St Christophe in the UNESCO classified Vézère valley

WALK OVERVIEW

TYPE OF WALK
SELF GUIDED
TRIP LENGTH
8 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate

Grade 3 – Moderate

Short, steep hill sections. Chance to ride out on longer walks greater than 12km. A moderate active lifestyle and some walking experience is recommended.  C

PRICE FROM
$ 2395

per person twin/double share

SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 755

Accommodations charge the same price per room regardless of whether there are one or two people occupying it. To cover the cost of the accommodation when occupied by one person we need to charge the single occupancy fee.

per person

DOWNLOAD PDF
Departure Dates
Book now
Itinerary

ITINERARY

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8

DAY 1
ARRIVE SARLAT

The walk begins in Sarlat-la-Canéda the capital of the Périgord Noir. Sarlat’s picturesque small squares and its many architectural treasures are worth exploring.  If you start the walk on a Friday or Saturday you will get to enjoy the colour and life of the weekly market which takes place every Wednesday night in Sarlat.

Accommodation: Night in Sarlat

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 2
CHATEAU DE COMMARQUE & THE BEUNE VALLEY

In the morning after breakfast, you are transferred to the charming perigourdine village of Marquay with its 12-century fortified church at its centre. Walk through dense chestnut and oak forests, punctuated by small hamlets and rock shelters carved out by the River Beune to the Château de Commarque ( not open in March). From the chateaux, there are outstanding views over the breathtaking landscape.  There are also troglodyte habitats and a prehistoric cave to explore. Continue your loop back to Marquay.

Walking: 12km / 3hrs 15mins

Elevation: +330m / -330m

Accommodation: Night in Sarlat

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 3
BENYAC VIA LA ROQUE AND VITRAC TO DOMME

There are two walk options today, either you can start your walk in Beynac or in La Roque Gageac and walk the shorter option. Beynac is a very pretty cliff-side village with an impressive château, its claim to fame is that it once was captured by Richard Lionheart. Walk over wooded hills above the river before you reach La Roque Gageac listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Expect to discover historic mansions, troglodyte dwellings,  old stone houses with authentic layered lauze roofs and exotic gardens. Take up the opportunity of a boat ride down the river on a flat-bottomed Gabarre, a reconstruction of old merchant ships from the 18th century.

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Elevation: +650m/-500m or +390m/-280m

Accommodation: Night in Domme

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4
CHAREAU DES MILANDES VIA CHAREAU DE CASTELNAUD TO DOMME

From Domme, you enter the gorgeous countryside as you walk to the Château and gardens of Milandes. This is the former home of Josephine Baker, the legendary entertainer and activist of the early 20th century. You follow the left bank of the Dordogne to Castelnaud, another classified most beautiful village with its marvellous medieval castle which played a pivotal role in the Hundred Years War. Continue your climb and finish in Domme, enjoy a stroll through the village’s cobbled streets, fortified gates, towers and the covered market.

Walking: 13km /3hrs 30 mins

Elevation: +430m / -390m

Accommodation: Night in Domme

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5
THE VEZERE VALLEY

Today you explore the Vezere valley as you make your way to Les Eyzies the capital of prehistory.  Either choose to be transferred to Limueil or directly to Le Bugue for the shorter walk shorter. Limeuil is listed among the most beautiful in France. Traverse picturesque landscapes before arriving in Le Bugue located on the Vézère river. Walk through forest canopies, quaint farms and hamlets to St Cirq. Visit the prehistoric Grotte du Sorcier along the way culminating in the capital of prehistory Les Eyzies.

Walking: 23km or 13.5km /6hrs 30mins or 3hrs 30 mins

Elevation: +440m / -430m or + 190m / -180m

Accommodation: Night in Les Eyzies.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6
LES EYZIES THE CAPITAL OF MANKIND

After breakfast you will be transferred to the start of the walk, you have a choice of walks today either the longer or shorter option depending on how you feel. Today you will walk through the rural heart of the Périgourdine countryside taking a gentle walk through forest, past farms and hamlets on your way back to Les Eyezies. After your walk explore prehistoric remains at the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies (entrance not included).

Walking: 15km or 10km /4hrs 10 mins or  2hrs 40mins

Elevation: +-320m or +165m / -270m

Accommdation: Night in Les Eyzies.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7
LA ROQUE ST CHRISTOPHE AND ST LEON SUR VEZERE

For this hiking day you can choose between two options: After breakfast transfer to Le Moustier (long walk) or to St Leon sur Vezere (short walk). From Le Moustier you walk on the path of prehistory that runs along La Roque Saint Christophe a troglodyte site unique in the world before arriving at Saint Léon sur Vézère, a classified village, perhaps enjoy a refreshing drink or lunch in a café terrace with stunning views over the river then continue to the charming village of Montignac located at the foot of the famous hill of Lascaux.

Walking: 20km or 14km /5hrs 30mins or 3hrs 30 mins

Elevation: +100 / -510 or + 300m / -290m

Accommodation: Night in Montignac

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8
LASCAUX CAVE

Today is your departure day. There is time enough to do a short loop walking once again in the footsteps of our ancestors as you make your way to the famous LASCAUX II / IV cave (this will need to be booked in advance).

The walk concludes after your walk in Montignac. We provide a transfer at 4.30 pm from Montignac to Sarlat (or at another time but this needs to be advised at the time of booking).

What’s Included

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Pack-free walking

  • 25+ years experience

  • Customised

  • Eco Travel

  • 7 nights accommodation with private facilities, in handpicked 3-star hotels or 4-star upgrades
  • 7 breakfasts
  • All transport on and off the track incl luggage transfers
  • Our comprehensive set of notes, detailed walking itineraries, integrated maps and insider tips (where to get the freshest baguettes, where to taste olive oil or wine)
  • 24/7 support from our driver and representatives on the ground
  • Beautiful Dordogne and some of the most beautiful French villages in France
Accommodation & Dining

ACCOMMODATION & DINING

OVERVIEW

All the accommodations have been handpicked to reflect the character and history of the region. From elegant guesthouses, and small charming hotels to 19th Century family homes you can be assured that wherever you stay you will be warmly welcomed. The accommodations are 3-star with an emphasis on location and the ambience of the region. There is a choice of upgrading to 4-star accommodation if you wish.

We will endeavour to book all the accommodation listed below, but in the off chance we can’t, we will substitute something of equal quality.

4 Star Accommodation mostly displayed.

  • Night 1 & 2

  • Night 3 & 4

  • Night 5 & 6

  • Night 7

General Info

GENERAL INFO

AVAILABILITY

This walk is available from the 1st of March to November 15th.

HOW TO GET TO THE START AND FROM THE END OF THE WALK

The walk starts and ends in Sarlat. You will need to get yourself to and from the start and end of your walk. i.e. you will need to organise your travel to the start of the trip in Sarlat. To make it easy we have collated some useful information that will assist you in making arrangements for your travel.

Train: From Paris with TGV High-speed train Paris or from Bordeaux and then Bordeaux to Sarlat or with a direct train also from Paris. Or from Bordeaux airport by train from Bordeaux to Sarlat. Please see websites below for more information.

Trainline.com: https://www.thetrainline.com/en/train-times
TGV: https://en.oui.sncf/en/tgv

Plane: One of the easiest options would be to fly into Bordeaux and then catch the train from there to Sarlat. There are many airlines that fly from Paris to Bordeaux. Below are possible websites that provide a number of different carriers to choose from.

https://www.kayak.com/flights
www.google.com/flights

WALKING

What’s important is to optimise your time whilst you are in the region. We transfer you on some days to avoid out-and-back walks, to let you discover more of the Dordogne region at your own pace. The terrain is hilly, but not mountainous, with lots of chestnut & oak forests, and typical farm animals like cattle, sheep and goats. The walks are not technically difficult as there is not much elevation, so the walks are fairly easy, but we still offer shorter options for those who want easier days.

The walk is moderate with some long days if you wish. There are options to shorten the walk on all of the long days. Full-day walks average about 18 km with 5 –6. hours walking each day. The walking is over mostly flat well-maintained paths through the most beautiful parts of the Dordogne region. Please assess your walking capability in context of how many kilometres each day is walked to assess whether this walk is suitable for you. Walkers have let us know that our assessment of the walk as moderate is accurate but their level of fitness may not be equivalent to your fitness level.

This is a beautiful area with many fabulous historic attractions on top of the fabulous walking routes. We highly recommend that you incorporate some extra time after the walk to rest and immerse yourself in the region.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

WEATHER

From March the temperature begins to rise so be prepared for warmer days if you walk in June (summer). The walk is not offered in winter as the accommodations close and the conditions are not pleasant or perhaps even safe in the mountains. Shoulder season is by far the best time as the weather is perfect for walking and the added advantage of having less people around in the villages and towns (we walk away from the people on the walk so crowds are never an issue.)

See the weather information at different times of the year.

INSURANCE

We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.

For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.

We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office.  See the FAQ section for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, email us at info@auswalk.com.au, or call us on +61 3 9597 9767.

Map

MAP

Departure Dates

DEPARTURE DATES

  • DATES
    AVAILABILITY
    PRICE
    PER PERSON
    Single Occupancy
    DETAILS
  • 1 Mar 2024 - 15 Nov 2024
    AVAILABLE
    Details
    from

    $2495

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $795
    BOOK NOW
  • 1 Mar 2024 - 15 Nov 2024
    AVAILABLE
    Details
    from

    $3395

    SINGLE OCCUPANCY
    $1745
    BOOK NOW
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  • A la carte meals at Awaroa Lodge including 2-course dinners
  • 5 breakfasts, 4 walkers lunches and 3 dinners
  • Comprehensive track notes, map case, insulated lunch bag and container
  • Enjoy the 26 years of our experience in organising self-guided walking holidays

Flinders Ranges 8 days

Self-guided

Walk the Heysen Track from the trailhead at Parachilna to Black Gap. Epic hikes to Tanderra Saddle, St Mary’s Peak, through Wilpena Pound & up to Rawnsley Bluff

 Self-guided 8 Days From $2795 Moderate to Challenging What's Included

Flinders Ranges 8 days

BACK What's Included
  • All-inclusive 8-day pack free walking holiday
  • 7 nights’ accommodation in rooms with ensuites
  • All meals, including breakfasts, walkers lunches, and chef-cooked a la carte two-course dinners
  • Campfire bbq dinner under the stars on the first night
  • All luggage transport and vehicle transfers
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • National Park admission
  • Enjoy worry-free navigation with Auswalk’s comprehensive track notes, maps, map case, insulated lunch bag & info pack
  • 24/7 support from Auswalk’s representatives on the ground

Blue Mountains Traverse 7 Day

Self-guided

World Heritage Blue Mountains NP. Cliff-top trails, descend into the densely forested Jamison & Waterfall Valleys.

 Self-guided 7 Days From $2455 Moderate to Challenging What's Included

Blue Mountains Traverse 7 Day

BACK What's Included
  • The best of the Blue Mountains walks
  • 6 nights’ accommodation in excellent rooms with ensuites
  • Cooked or continental breakfast each morning you are walking, walkers lunches each walking day and select ala carte dinners at local restaurants
  • Vehicle transfers and luggage transport
  • We shift along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • Scenic world Railway, Skyway & Gondola all-day pass & National Park admission
  • Enjoy worry-free navigation with Auswalk’s comprehensive track notes, maps, map case, insulated lunch bag & info pack
  • 24/7 support from Auswalk’s transfer company and representatives on the ground

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