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WALKING THE GR7 AND GR142 THROUGH THE ALPUJARRAS
Always interesting, appealing, varied and relaxing!

The Alpujarras offers something for everyone. The contrasting views, the rich heritage as well as the open friendliness of the people makes this an ideal location for a walking holiday. Many of the villages have public drinking fountains where you can enjoy an ice-cold glass of mineral water or fill a bottle for later. The GR7 is one of the top long distance paths running through Europe. Combine the beauty, sunshine, villages and ideal walking of the Alpujarras and the result is a enticing mixture. You will walk at between about 700 metres and 1400 metres most days. The little known GR142, traverses the "Alpujarras" at a lower level than the GR7.

Our treks are "tailor-made" to suit your wishes and abilities. Long, hard days or short, easy days.......the choice is yours! You can decide before you set off. If you wish to trek without a guide then we will support you before, during and after your day. If you wish the services of our local guides then they will ensure you make full use of your day. Accommodation is either in our private villa in Lanjaron (when available) or in 2 star hotel accommodation.

The following is a rough guide to the some of the distances and difficulties between villages. Remember...you decide how hard or easy a day you wish and sections can be thus combined!
Walking and Trekking Grades (guide only)
Description:
B Medium - mid level walks. Some strenuous days.
C Medium - mid level walks. Generally simple ascents and shorter days. More rest stops.
D Easy - Gentle walks. Not strenuous

WALKS ALONG THE GR7
(Most of these walks can be combined to give longer days)
Juviles to Treveléz - Grade B - 3.5hrs and 500 metres of ascent
Treveléz to Busquístar - Grade B - 5 hrs and 450 metres of ascent
Busquístar to Pitres - Grade C - 2 hrs and 250 metres of ascent
Pitres to Bubión - Grade C - 2.5 hrs and 250 metres of ascent
Bubión to Soportújar - Grade C - 2.5 hrs and 200 metres of ascent
Soportújar to Cañar - Grade C - 2 hrs and 200 metres of ascent
Canar to Lanjarón - Grade D - 2 hrs and 150 metres of ascent

WALKS ALONG THE GR142
Lanjarón to Orgiva - Grade C - 3 hrs and 325 metres of ascent
Orgiva to Mecina Fondales - Grade B - 7 hrs and 850 metres of ascent
Mecina Fondales to Busqusítar - Grade D - 1.5 hrs and 200 metres of ascent
Busquístar to Castaras - Grade B - 3.5 hrs and 550 metres of ascent

PRICE WITH ACCOMMODATION, ACTIVITIES AND AIRPORT TRANSFERS
€100 (approx £70) per person per day
Price includes:
Airport transfers, holiday activity as described, accommodation in villa, bunkhouse, hotel or mountain hut, local transport and backup vehicles, experienced Alpine and UK guides, gear hire if req'd.

PRICES FOR DAY ACTIVITIES ONLY
Alpujarra walking per day - €50
Sierra Nevada Peaks per day - €70
Winter Skills per day - €70
Ski Touring per day - €70
Snowshoeing per day - €70
Climbing activities per day - €70
Price includes:
Local transport, backup vehicles, experienced Alpine, local and UK guides, gear hire if req'd.
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Originally created on 12th Oct 2002