• Beautiful Beaujolais Trail (Traverse)

• Everyday from start of April to end of October

• From £990
• From €1095
• Price per person and based on 2 sharing a room
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• 7 nights, 6 days self-guided walking moving between guest houses

• Varied walking as you progress south on this traverse through the beautiful Beaujolais hills ranging from vast panoramic views to delightful secluded valleys
• Wine tasting at different vineyards across the Beaujolais.
• High Beaujolais hills with their deep valleys and beautiful views
• In the south, historic villages and chateaux built from a warm golden limestone including Oignt classified as one of the prettiest villages in France
• Sweeping views across rolling Beaujolais countryside reminiscent of Tuscany
• Lovely B&B's where a warm welcome and great food is guaranteed

• "It was perfect, just what we wanted; beautiful scenery, amazing hosts, perfect french cuisine and solid walking." V. Gould, UK
• "Guest houses were all great. Lovely area, very friendly, fantastic wines and food." M. Tanner, UK
• The whole experience was great. Everything was well organised, different accommodation, good food and great walks." D. Searle, UK read more.

• 7 nights at a range of delightful small B&B style guest houses where you'll receive a genuinely warm welcome. Very comfortable with ensuite rooms. Great local cuisine and wine. Full board.
• At some overnight stops there are no alternative guest houses available, so please book early to avoid disappointment, if you have a specific date in mind

1. Airport and station transfers from Lyon.
2. 7 nights' accommodation.
3. FULL BOARD: All breakfasts, 6 lunches and all evening meals
4. Detailed walking notes and maps with information about the sites you'll be passing through (see more information)
5. Transport of luggage between guest houses

1. Travel to Lyon, France
   
2. Lunches on the day of arrival and departure
   
3. Transfers, other than those from Lyon.
   
4. Any excursions or entrance fees
5. Travel insurance

1. Take a look at our other self-guided walking tours in the Beaujolais:
2. Medieval Village Tour
3. High Beaujolais Hills
4. Beaujolais Wine Trail: Grand Cru
5. Beaujolais Wine Trail: Chateaux & Medieval Villages
6. Beaujolais & Burgundy Uncovered
7. Lyon's Beautiful Secluded Hills

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Walking Profile

This walking holiday is in the moderate to challenging grade, although the walking is never challenging. The days range from about 14km to 23km in length and have daily ascents ranging from 300m to 700m. The paths are generally good, although they vary greatly in character. Some sections of the trail are rough and stoney in places with the odd steeper section. This holiday includes parts of the trails used in parts of our other independent walks in the Beaujolais.

Walking days

Day 1: Welcome

Welcome and pick up from Lyon and transfer to first guest house in northern Beaujolais. Guest house on farm with great character.

Day 2: Ouroux - Chiroubles

Your first day is a superb start to the week, with a gentle climb through the lush green pastures of the pretty and peaceful Carelle Valley, with its small fields, hedgerows and winding stream. You'll then rise onto a series of hills and ridges each one slightly higher than the last, taking you to the Croix Rochefort for vast panoramic views of the ridges and valleys you'll be crossing later in the week. Your next guest house is at a wine growers property in a lovely spot on the upper limit of the vines on the slopes of the Saone Valley. Wine tasting of the Chiroubles cru, 17km, +450m

Day 3: Chiroubles - Beaujeu

Today is an easier day descending gently through vines and pretty villages to reach the ancient capital of the Beaujolais, Beaujeu. This is where the lords of Beaujeu reigned over a large part of the Beaujolais region from the 10th century for over 400 years. After visiting the town, it's a short climb to your next guest house in a remote location. 14km, +280m

Day 4: Beaujeu - Vaux en Beaujolais

Today is the toughest day on the traverse and takes you up onto the hills and ridges above Beaujeu, crossing pasture and forest with views down a number of picturesque valleys. Your route then takes you along an open ridgeline protected for its wildlife value, with stunning views out on both sides. Relax and admire the birds of prey gliding in the thermals. From the ridge you'll descend by a delightful trail to the attractive village of Perreon. Great views of the vine covered hills. Guest house in village centre. 23km, +700m

Day 5: Vaux en Beaujolais - Cogny

Another longish day packed with interest. You'll traverse a number of interesting smaller valleys that characterise this part of the Beaujolais. Your day starts by following a picturesque ridge with great views all the way. You'll then have the option between two walking trails, one following the ridgeline of the Beaujolais hills with wonderful views towards the Alps. The second option takes you past the fairy-tale like Chateau de Montmelas, before a picturesque decent to your delightful guest house. 21km, +600m.

Day 6: Cogny - Oingt

Today you'll pass through a number of the prettiest villages in the region. Your day starts by visiting Jarnioux, with its well-preserved 13th century chateau (possibility of guided visit) before following a former railway line over viaducts and around pretty valleys to the historic village of Theizé. Here you can admire the elegant houses glowing golden in the sun. Afterwards, you'll climb a picturesque ridge to arrive at the medieval hill-top village of Oingt (classed one of the prettiest villages in France). Explore its narrow quaint street, and enjoy the amazing views from its promenade, before descending to your guest house on a vineyard in the pretty village of Moire. A great day's walking with points of interest throughout. 17km, +380m

Day 7 Oingt - Chatillon

Your final day traverses gentle valley slopes covered in vines and passes through the picturesque village of Bagnols with its pretty square and chateau. Great views across the Azergues Valley of the Mont Lyonnias hills and beyond. Choice of walks via the picturesque hilltop village of Charnay or via a pretty river walk alongside the Azergues. Descend to the beautiful village of Chatillon d'Azergues with its hill-top chateau and 12th century chapel. 16km, +300m

Day 8: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Lyon for onward journey

Please note that other nearby guest house locations maybe used depending on availability. The walking trail would remain largely unaltered.