Little Trains of the Pyrenees at Christmas
Little Trains of the Pyrenees at Christmas
Little Trains of the Pyrenees at Christmas
8 Days Starting and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Paris, Spain, Roses, Rivesaltes, Le Train Rouge, L'Estartit, Vall de Núria
Tour operator:
Tour code:
xltp
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Festive and New Year, Gardens & Nature Tours, Photography, Rail Tours
Activities:
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Tour Overview
Join us on this unique festive break as we enjoy a number of rail journeys around the Pyrenees! This wonderful tour, based on the Costa Brava, takes you to some of the most spectacular sights of north eastern Spain. Three remarkable rail rides will leave you with lasting memories, including the Roses Express to explore the Cap de Creus Nature Park, the Núria Valley Railway, and the highlight of the holiday, the Red Train, which meanders through vineyards from the mountains to the sea. With a day at leisure on Christmas Day to unwind in resort, this extraordinary tour is a fantastic way to spend the festive period!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dec 21
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to our overnight hotel in the Paris area.
Day 2 : Dec 22
Location: Spain
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Medes II
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue south through France and into Spain, to reach our resort for five nights.
Day 3 : Dec 23 Roses Express
Location: Roses
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Medes II
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We travel by coach to Roses, where we board the Roses Express (little town train) for an included trip to the Cap de Creus Nature Park where we can admire the impressive sea views. Please note that the tracks on this tour are dusty, therefore, we recommend suitable footwear. This afternoon you have time leisure for you to begin your own exploration of the town. Roses is a modern town with shopping, restaurants and bars. Located on the northern edge of the Costa Brava, it is home to some of the most attractive but least crowded beaches in the area.
Day 4 : Christmas Eve The Red Train Of The Pyrenees
Location: Rivesaltes, Le Train Rouge
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Medes II
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Included guided excursion, as we head back into France, and to Rivesaltes, where we join the Train du pays Cathere et du Fenouillèdes (also known as the Red Train). We journey through vineyards into the verdant heart of the French Pyrenees – from the mountains to the sea – to the pretty town of Axat. In the afternoon, on the way back to Roses, we make a short stop in Perpignan for shopping.
Day 5 : Christmas Day
Location: L'Estartit
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Medes II
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A relaxing day in resort, before Christmas lunch at the hotel.
Day 6 : Boxing Day Núria Valley Railway Of The Pyrenees
Location: Vall de Núria
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star Hotel Medes II
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Included guided excursion on the Rack Railway up to the Sanctuary of Nuria. Located in the Eastern Pyrenees, the mountain resort of Vall de Nuria, sits high above the Ribes Valley. Breathtaking scenery awaits as we climb more than 100 metres over the 12 kilometre journey.
Day 7 : Dec 27
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave Spain and head north through France to our overnight hotel on the outskirts of Paris.
Day 8 : Dec 28
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for five nights at the 3-star Hotel Medes II in L'estartit, Spain.
Overnight stays in the Paris area will be in city-style hotels.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Dates & Availability
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Low Deposit
Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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