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Self-Guided Holidays and Small Group Adventures Europe: France
An enchanted land where the heritage of a great past happily meets the art of good living. A cycling holiday or walking holiday of France is the best way to appreciate the scents and sights and leisurely pace of this warm and welcoming land. Experience the charms of one of France’s most distinctive and charming regions warmed by the Mediterranean sun.
Journey through a landscape captured on canvas by Cézanne, Picasso and Van Gogh, where the promise of leisurely strolls through timeless villages and rugged countryside awaits. From the herb-scented trails of the Alpilles to the hilltop towns of the Lubéron, savor dramatic vistas and enjoy intimate glimpses into the daily lives of the welcoming Provençal people.
For those seeking a walking adventure, our range of Mont Blanc walking holidays are to be considered.
- Mont Blanc Classic Walk - a self guided walking adventure around the highest peak in the European Alps
- Mont Blanc Guided Walk - a guided walking holiday of the high mountain trails and around the skirts of glaciers
- Mont Blanc Family Adventure - a guided family walking tour to experience the spectacular Mont Blanc
Utracks Europe offers a range of guided and self-guided tours to help you cycle, walk, trek, boat and barge your way through France on a small group adventure holiday.
moderate | 8 days
Wind your way through the picturesque villages and vineyards of the great wine making region of Alsace
moderate | 7 days
Discover the picturesque Vosges mountains and the vineyards of Alsace on foot
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore on foot, ski or snowshoe France's impressive 'Massif Central' from a comfortable hotel base
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Discover Brittany's wild emerald coast and its mysterious Celtic traditions by bike
introductory to moderate | 7 days
Walk through the vineyards of Burgundy and sample fine food and wine
moderate to challenging | 8 days
Cycle Burgundy's charming countryside, home to beautiful chateaux and vast vineyard estates
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Cycle quiet canal paths past historic towns from Toulouse to the Mediterranean
moderate | 7 days
Traverse the magnificent terrain and hotbed of historical intrigue that is the Cathar Castle region
introductory to moderate | 8 days
A walking adventure to discover the chateaux, vineyards and forests of the Loire Valley
moderate | 7 days
Traverse the centuries of time and the borders of Europe on the medieval pilgrim trail of Compostela. In the 9th century,the tomb of the apostel St James was unearthed in Compostela. The site became the focus of a pilgrim trail beginning in France,and crossing northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela. This journey, also known as the ‘Way of St James ’ winds its way across borders, following in the footsteps of thousands of medieval pilgrims through the beautiful Sierras of Navarre and Aragon. The route passes a multitude of churches and monasteries,resembling a travelling museum of Romanesque art. Four stages of this historic trail are included in our self-guided walking programs.Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who have travelled through this route to Spain for over a thousand years on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Cross the rugged countryside and the Aubrac plateau, the oldest European volcanic massif and walk through picturesque towns, past the roadside crosses, chapels, and looming fortresses that marked the way for the faithful in centuries past. This itinerary can be easily combined with the Compostela Trail: the beginning.
moderate | 9 days
Experience the 'Way of St James' from the Pyrenees in France to the Rioja region of Spain
moderate | 5 days
Traverse the centuries of time and the borders of Europe on the medieval pilgrim trail of Compostela. In the 9th century,the tomb of the apostel St James was unearthed in Compostela. The site became the focus of a pilgrim trail beginning in France,and crossing northern Spain to Santiago de Compostela. This journey, also known as the ‘Way of St James ’ winds its way across borders, following in the footsteps of thousands of medieval pilgrims through the beautiful Sierras of Navarre and Aragon. The route passes a multitude of churches and monasteries,resembling a travelling museum of Romanesque art. Four stages of this historic trail are included in our self-guided walking programs.
moderate | 8 days
A cycle expedition to explore the stunning diversity of Corsica's coast and mountains
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Discover Corsica's vibrant villages, geological wonders and azure coastline by foot
introductory to moderate | 7 days
A culturally inspiring cycle tour of the hilltop villages and contrasting flat lands of Provence
moderate | 7 days
Descend from the mountains to the sea, exploring coastal villages that once inspired Salvador Dali
moderate | 7 days
A unique self guided supported walk through the stunning Queyras region of the French Alps
moderate to challenging | 7 days
Experience the rugged alpine beauty of the Gran Paradiso National Park on foot
challenging | 8 days
A series of three exceptional guided wilderness hikes in the high Pyrenees
introductory to moderate | 7 days
Combine cycling through the beautiful Loire and Cher Valleys with the finest local cuisine
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Cycle through the Loire's vineyards and villages by day, retiring to our private barge in the evenings
Introductory | 5 days
Centre based cycle trip exploring the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley
Introductory | 8 days
Centre based cycle trip exploring the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Visit the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley at your own pace
introductory to moderate | 6 days
Visit the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley at your own pace
moderate to challenging | 7 days
A classic self guided supported walk in the Alps through France, Switzerland and Italy
moderate to challenging | 10 days
An extended walk in the Alps, traversing high mountain passes
moderate | 7 days
A special family adventure through the Alps to view famous peaks and glaciers
moderate | 7 days
A specially tailored walk for families around Mont Blanc from the Chamonix Valley to Courmayeur
moderate to challenging | 7 days
An exhilarating walk through the Alps with spectacular views of famous peaks and glaciers
moderate | 7 days
Experience snowshoeing in the alps returning at night to a comfortable alpine gîte
Introductory | 8 days
Explore the fascinating villages of Provence at handlebar level
Introductory | 5 days
Centre based cycle trip exploring the Loire valley countryside from the comfort of a chateau hotel
moderate | 6 days
A relaxed family walk across France's Central Massif in the company of donkeys
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore the canalways and the famous vineyards of Burgundy by bike
moderate | 7 days
Traverse the magnificent terrain and hotbed of historical intrigue that is the Cathar Castle region
Introductory | 7 days
Walk from village to village and experience the rich culture and cuisine for which Provence is renowned
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Discover on foot the charms of the Massif du Mézenc from a comfortable hotel base
introductory to moderate | 8 days
A cycle journey designed for lovers of fine wine and classic scenery
