The complete Grand Tour du Queyras
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From 1080.00 €
About the Grand Tour du Queyras trekking tour
Explore the wild highlands of Queyras, a secret massif in the sun-drenched Southern Alps.
The historic hiking trails make it possible to complete a Grande Boucle in the midst of sumptuous and varied scenery every day.
Suspended mountain pastures, rocky peaks, high Alpine passes and ancient villages set the scene for this unique itinerary in one of France’s highest valleys. The explosion of flowers in early season and the wealth of wildlife will greet your daily efforts!
You will leave with :
Roman
Trekking Guide
“The most important thing for me is to allow walkers to discover new places, new cultures and to exchange with the locals.”
Photo gallery of the Queyras trekking tour
The complete Grand Tour du Queyras trekking route
Upcoming departures
What's included in the formula
- Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader
- Accommodation in refuges, gîtes or inns in dormitories on a half-board basis
- Possible showers in accommodation
- Luggage transfers except on the evening of day 6
- Picnic lunches purchased at the huts, in town or brought to the huts
- Snacks during the walk in the form of dried fruit
- Organization costs
What's not included in the package
- Transfers to and from the meeting point
- Personal expenses: drinks, …
- Personal trekking and travel equipment (boots, poles, rucksack, etc.)
- Cancellation and repatriation assistance insurance to be taken out on registration.
- Anything not indicated in the section “included in the price of the stay”.
Day 1: Morning meeting in Ceillac
You’ll meet your guide in Ceillac at 8:30am for the start of this Grand Tour.
You’ll pass over the Col des Estronques to reach your first summit: the Tête de la Jacquette (2757 m). Quite a program! You’ll already enjoy the first views over the Queyras valleys.
You’ll then descend the mountainside to reach Saint-Véran, France’s highest commune, and spend the evening and night in the village.
Day 2: A first "3000"
5 hours’ walk – Overnight in refuge – D+ 1060 m / D- 560 m
From the village, discover the magnificent cirque overlooking the Refuge de la Blanche and climb the Pic de Caramantran (3025 m), straddling the border between France and Italy. The view is breathtaking: 360° of contrasting, distant landscapes.
The short descent takes you to the Agnel refuge along a beautiful wild trail.
Day 3: Sugar Loaf assault
5 hours’ walk – Overnight in gîte – D+ 590 m / D- 1450 m
From the Agnel refuge, you quickly reach the Col Vieux. From here, you branch off in the direction of Pain de Sucre (3210 m) and climb it. The view is distant, deep and unforgettable.
You’ll then descend quietly to lakes Foréan and Egorgéou before reaching the small hamlet of La Monta and its gîte for the night.
Day 4: Views of the French-Italian border
Today, you’ll set off on the classic path towards the Lauzière before branching off onto the beautiful border ridge of the Tête de Pelvas at 2929 m.
Once again, you’ll be able to contemplate the scenery on either side of the Franco-Italian border. Finally, you’ll descend to Le Roux d’Abriès and your accommodation for the evening.
Day 5: Passes and lakes
If you’ve enjoyed the previous hikes, this one is sure to be one of the finest in the Queyras. On wild trails winding between three passes to climb, you’ll enjoy pushing yourself to the limit!
A spectacular variation takes you to the Pic du Malrif (2906 m), with its breathtaking views of the lakes below. Depending on the group’s fitness, you can climb Grand Glaiza (3293 m) before descending to the Fonts de Cervières refuge, where you’ll spend the evening and night.
Day 6: Day trip to the Péas valley
On this sixth stage, you’ll climb to the Col de Péas (2629 m) via a series of narrow paths lined with flowers. After reaching the pass, you’ll descend into the Péas valley to the charming village of Souliers, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 7: Lac de Roue to Refuge de Furfande
Today, the small Lac de Roue will be the first reward before setting off for the Arvieux valley.
The climb to the Col de Furfande (2500 m) is a beautiful one.
Finally, the Furfande refuge is just a stone’s throw away, and you’ll enjoy discovering the many barns that dot the alpine pastures. Your last evening in the mountains couldn’t be more magical!
Day 8: And the circle is complete
This Grand Tour du Queyras is coming to an end, but first you’ll enjoy one last great day of walking!
The day begins with a descent to the beautiful Pont de Bramousse.
This is your final pass, the Col de Bramousse (2251 m). Enjoy the view. You’ll catch a glimpse of Ceillac below, which will give you an idea of just how far you’ve come!
Finally, the last descent to the village in the late afternoon. You’ll have a chance to catch up with the group one last time. We’re sure you’ll have plenty of memories to take back home with you.
Highlights of the trip
General information
REGISTRATION
By post:
Ask us for a registration form
- by phone: 06 65 93 29 29
- or e-mail: contact@watse.fr
Send us your registration with a copy of your passport, your postal address, telephone number and e-mail address, together with a deposit of 30% of the cost of the trip.
Also, if you wish to take out a Comfort or Comfort Multirisk cancellation insurance policy, this must be paid at the same time as the deposit when you register. You can consult our insurance contracts on our website.
By internet:
Book your holiday directly on our website: directly on the holiday page, choosing your dates and insurance options.
ATTENTION: air fares will be maintained until 3 months before departure and may be readjusted if necessary if you book during this period.
ASSISTANCE AND SAFETY
We strongly advise you to take out assistance insurance for the duration of your trip.
We offer two different types of insurance: Comfort Cancellation and Comfort Multirisk, to be taken out when you register for your trip.
Details of this insurance are available on request or can be viewed by by clicking here.
Other offers include Mondial Assistance, your own insurance company or Club Alpin Français. Check that your trekking activity is covered.
Make sure your insurance covers all medical expenses in the event of an accident.
You must make sure that you are covered for mountain rescue costs. If this is the case, you must provide us with the following information before you set off on your trek:
- a certificate from the insurance company covering mountain rescue costs.
- the contract number and telephone number of the assistance center
Beware of restrictive clauses in certain insurance policies (particularly those linked to Visa Premier, Gold or other cards), such as mountain insurance limited to snow activities, or altitude sickness not recognized as an illness requiring repatriation, which will be refused.
Please check the actual content of your insurance and take the necessary steps if necessary.
Health & climate
CLIMATE
Temperatures vary according to altitude. It can reach 30°C in summer on the plains, or sub-zero on the summits.
Summer thunderstorms are common in the French Alps.
HEALTH AND VACCINES
No vaccinations required.
We strongly recommend that you are up to date with the usual vaccinations: diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
We recommend that you have a check-up with your dentist before you leave.
IFREMMONT
No specific indications.
Transport and conditions
Any travel during the trek is included in the price, except for transport to and from the meeting point on the first and last day.
For an additional fee, we can arrange transportation to and from the start and/or finish of the trek. Contact us or let us know your requirements when booking.
LUGGAGE
Luggage transfer between accommodation sites is provided by our team during the trek, except on day 7.
The stay
MEALS
Picnics for lunch are ordered from the refuges or made up of local produce bought en route in the villages. Evening and morning meals are taken in refuges, gîtes or inns.
Snacks are provided, but you can also bring your own.
If you have a special diet, please let us know as soon as possible.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation in gites, inns or refuges in shared dormitories.
TRAINING
Supervision by a state-qualified French mountain leader.
Practical info
ELECTRICITY
Some (but not all) refuges offer charging facilities for small electronic devices (smartphones, cameras).
FORMALITIES AND VISA
No visa required for French nationals and citizens of bordering countries.
BUDGET, CHANGE AND TIPS
Meals not included (cold drinks, snacks, etc.) and accommodation are included in the price of the stay. Tipping is not necessary and should reflect your satisfaction with the team.
Watse added value
THE BEST
ACCOMMODATION
The refuges and lodges on this trek have been selected by our teams for their ideal location and the quality of their welcome.
AN EXPERT GUIDE
DU QUEYRAS
A French Watse guide specializing in the area is on hand throughout.
HOMEMADE PICNICS
During the Tour du Queyras, your picnics are prepared with fresh, local produce at the refuge and/or by your guide.