The trip

LEVEL *

Elevation : 200m
Walking time : in average 4 hours per day. Forest tracks and trails. 
Route without exposure to avalanche risks, wide paths or forest tracks. Snowy winter environment requiring suitable equipment.
Maximum altitude of the accommodation: between 1800m and 2500m
Maximum altitude of passages: 2500m

The tour has been developed along with our local partners who are very mindful about organising an authentic journey. 

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel accommodation****: double or twin room, according to your choice, in standard room. Sheets and towels are provided, bathrooms are private. Possibility of upgrade, with supplement (subject to availability).

Service included: night + breakfast in standard room.

LUGGAGE TRANSPORT

You only carry your backpack of the day. The rest of your luggage remains at the accommodation.

ROAD BOOK

Before your departure we give you a road book specially designed for this circuit, composed of precise indications that will allow you to make your days of discovery and hiking in complete freedom. To fully enjoy and appreciate your hiking trip, you must be able to ensure your autonomy in the field with the documents provided.
Your hiking file will be mailed to you upon receipt of the balance of your stay. It includes:

• roadbook
• a set of IGN cards
• the layout of the circuit
• the vouchers

FITNESS

Be able to easily walk 15 km (plain) in 3 hours maximum.
If this is not the case, within three weeks before departure, 2 to 3 times a week, we advise you to undertake a good workout: 4 to 5 km of jogging or 3 to 4 hours of hiking or cycling. Your physical preparation will facilitate your stay and allow you to appreciate it all the more. 

Practical information

ACCESS DEPARTURE POINT 

At the hotel La Ferme de l'Izoard in Chalp d'Arvieux (05).

BY CAR
To plan your journey, please visit : www.viamichelin.fr & www.mappy.fr
Beware : several montain passes are closed during the winter. Some websites or GPS will guide you this way but this is impossible. 
>> The Izoard pass is closed from early November to mid-May.

BY TRAIN
Please consult the SNCF, www.voyages-sncf.com when registering. Montdauphin-Guillestre station, Briançon line (Hautes-Alpes).
Regular shuttles between Montdauphin station and Chalp d'Arvieux (35km, 40mn, 10€), i

End of stay late afternoon on day 5:

• regular shuttles from Saint Véran to Montdauphin-Guillestre station (10€, 45 mn)
• or possibility of taxi or private shuttle: 70 €/ person, to be booked at registration
• or if you parked in La Chalp d'Arvieux, we organize a free transfer between Saint-Véran and your car (no reservation, time to see on site).

CONTACT US

If you are late please let us know as soon as possible : +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Material for snowshoeing (snowshoes and poles) is provided. However, if you have your own and would like to use them you are free to do so. Avalanche safety equipment including (transceiver, shovel and probe) is also provided.

Clothing

- Waterproof ski or winter walking trousers
- Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
- Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
- Breathable or merino wool leggings
- Fleece or jumper
- Insulating down jacket
- 2 pairs of ski gloves and a warm hat
- Walking socks (1 pair per day)
- Sturdy waterproof walking boots

Other Equipment

- Rucksack minimum 35 litre capacity
- Sunglasses and ski mask
- Sun cream
- Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
- Knife, fork and spoon
- Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
- Plastic cup for coffee
- Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
- Survival blanket
- Identity card or passport 

LUGGAGE 

You must pack all of your belongings in 2 bags: 1 backpack and 1 travel bag.
The backpack for the day :
Hiking backpack of about 35 liters, it will be useful for transporting your personal belongings during the day (warm clothes, water bottle, picnic, sun protection, identity papers, camera, binoculars , etc.)