Cathare Trail

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    £1,650.00

    Availability: Places Available: 5

    If you have never been on one of our tours before and there is anything you are uncertain about, please contact us before booking.

    The displayed price is for 1 vehicle and 2 persons. If you need to make arrangements for additional persons, irrespective of age, please contact us.

    Please note that "van/camper-type" 4x4 vehicles such as the Toyota Hi Ace and similar are unsuitable for some of our tours. If you have this type of vehicle, you must contact us before booking.

    What you will need.

    • Proof of covid vaccinations and any other covid related requirements.
    • 1949 IDP (for Spain) & 1968 IDP (for France) international driving licenses.
    • European Assistance (breakdown cover) for your vehicle.
    • Holiday, vehicle and medical insurance to include repatriation. Make sure you obtain proof of insurance from your insurance company.
    • Original V5 & MOT Certificate.
    • If your vehicle is owned by your company, you must have written proof from the company that you are permitted to use it on your holiday.
    • European travel kit.
    • Spares for your vehicle. For example: Universal joints, fuel filter, air filter, drive belt, oils for transmission and differentials, and any known item that is known to be a problem with your vehicle model.
    • If on a camping holiday you must have a good quality roof or ground tent, all-season sleeping bag, all-weather clothing, cooking equipment, fridge or cool-box (please consider power consumption, cool boxes can be high consumption, so your vehicle electrics must be able to cope. Contact us for advice.). We can hire tents, please inquire by using the form provided.
    • Even if on a hotel holiday, we often stop in the mountains for lunch, so table and chairs and warm clothing is recomended.

    What we carry.

    • SPOT emergency tracker response rescue unit.
    • Spare fuel and water.
    • Tools and diagnostics for Land Rovers and Jeeps.
    • Recovery equipment.
    • Puncture repair kit and air compressor.

    For the latest foreign travel advice please visit: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

    IMPORTANT

    If paying by deposit option, the balance must be paid before the 22-07-2023. You will be sent a reminder email seven days prior to this date. Your booking may be cancelled if payment is not received in full.

    If you wish to cancel your booking for any reason, you must logon to your account and cancel the booking in 'Orders'. Deposits are non-refundable, and depending on when you cancel additional fees may be payable as outlined in our terms and conditions. If you wish to transfer your booking to an alternate tour you must send a change request to [email protected]



    SKU: 2023-09-16-001 Category: Tag:

    1 vehicle 2 persons, 13 days UK to UK, Price includes hotels travelling to and from the region, and all camping fees, any hotels used on the trek are at the discretion of the customer and cost. [Ferry or tunnel to France not included]
    Cathare Trail based in Languedoc region, camping.
    Start Dover
    Saturday. 7am ferry drive to Limoges hotel overnight not included. 8 hours 685 km
    Sunday. Limoges to Foix. 6 hours 375 km
    Monday. Leave Foix and start exploring on the trail that takes us through a stunning area at the foothills of the Pyrenees, visiting Castles and Mediaeval towns and villages along the way. We travel at a gentle pace taking time to stop and explore.
    Tuesday. Our journey takes us from Foix to the Mediterranean,
    Wednesday.
    Thursday.
    Friday. Day off in the fabulous seaside town of Collioure it is stunning, with great seafood & vino of course!
    Saturday. Leave the Med and head back inland.
    Sunday.
    Monday.
    Tuesday. Carcassonne for our final night on the trail, Carcassonne is the castle where Robin Hood Prince of thieves was filmed. One of the best Castles in Europe.
    Wednesday. Carcassonne to Le Mans hotel not included. 9 hours 772 km
    Thursday. Le Mans to Calais and homeward bound. 6 hours 425 km

    Vehicles; Suitable for vehicles such as Discovery 3/4/5, Defender, Range Rover, Shogun, Land Cruiser, Freelander, Discovery Sport
    Tyres: All-Terrain such as BFG KO2’s no low-profile tyres allowed, 5th full size tyre.
    You need, good camping gear tent/cooking/table/chairs/fridge cooler
    All weather clothing needed, 4 seasons sleeping bag!

    We provide, guide vehicle with support equipment, first aid, recovery equipment, diagnostic, and tools, air jack, 2-way radios for comms, an experienced guide / first aider/ Fridge / Cooker/ Kettle/ table/ mechanical knowledge & diagnostics.

    You need
    1/ International Driving permits for France, you can get from your main post office, not required at the moment
    2/ European Assistance for your vehicle and holiday/medical insurance EHIC card valid until it expires
    3/ V5 & MOT Certificate originals
    4/ Green card / Vehicle insurance
    5/ European Travel kit
    6/ Covid 19 guidance as and when it’s given by the Governments, proof of Covid vaccinations & negative test within 24hrs of travel or as rules at the time demand

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