Special hiking stay – In partnership with the Sancy guides
Group quality certified
A turnkey trip for groups of 20 people or more
- 7 days, 6 nights
- Full board
- Flexible trip
- Senior groups
- Associations and clubs
- Companies and seminars
Itinerary map
Trip description
The Sancy massif is one of the most spectacular areas in France for walking enthusiasts. With its volcanoes, ridges, high-altitude lakes and wild valleys, it offers an exceptional variety of landscapes, accessible to all levels. Designed with the Sancy guides, this group trip leads notably to the Puy de Dôme, Lake Pavin and the waterfalls of the massif.
Themed days of the tour
Trip can be tailored to your wishes and budget
Morning: Lemptégy
Afternoon: Puy de Dôme by train
or
Puy de Dôme via the mule track from the Col de Ceyssat / descent by train
Distance 2 km – Elevation gain: 250 m
Morning: Toinette et Julien
Afternoon: Le Mont-Dore + La Bourboule
or walk from Le Mont-Dore to La Bourboule along the Dordogne, starting from the Gendarmerie car park in Le Mont-Dore / pick-up at the Vernières business park
Distance 4 km – Elevation: downhill route
Morning: Orcival + chocolate factory
(30-minute visit per group, free of charge) / alternating with a visit to the basilica / Roches Tuilière et Sanadoire
Afternoon: Guéry & Château de Cordès
or Lac de Guéry, starting from the Guéry car park
Distance 3 km – Elevation gain: 100 m
Morning: Issoire + Parentignat
Afternoon: Boudes + Cave Pélissier
or Boudes Vallée des Saints, starting from Boudes
Distance 4 km – Elevation gain: 100 m
Morning: Fontaines Pétrifiantes + Saint-Nectaire
Afternoon: Besse + Brasserie du Sancy
or Chiloza waterfalls, starting from Besse
Distance 5 km – Elevation gain: 150 m
Morning: Brion + La Godivelle
Afternoon: Pavin + Bourdouze
or Lac Pavin + Montchal (Montchal option depending on fatigue)
Distance 3 km / option 5 km – Elevation gain: 100 m / option 250 m
Morning: farm visit + honey farm
Afternoon: Chapelle de Vassivière + Super-Besse (stroll)
or Chapelle de Vassivière, starting from Super-Besse
Distance 4 km – Elevation gain: 150 m
Included services
- Welcome drink
- Full board
- Accommodation based on a double room
- Tours and excursions
- Guide
- 1 free place for 20 paying people (driver or guide)
Accommodation: AUBERGE DE LA PETITE FERME THE ORIGINALS RELAIS
Welcome to the Auberge de la Petite Ferme, a unique place in the heart of Auvergne. With 32 comfortable rooms, we welcome you into a warm and friendly atmosphere. Every stay becomes an authentic experience, combining local discoveries, magnificent landscapes and shared moments. Our team does everything possible to ensure your visit is synonymous with relaxation, enjoyment and unforgettable memories.
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FAQ
This all-inclusive stay can be booked for 2 to 7 days. The detailed programme offers 7 days: you choose the ones that interest you, depending on the length of your stay.
The group stays at the establishment offering this tour, in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise, in double rooms on a full-board basis. It has 32 rooms.
Yes, the establishment has a free private car park accessible to coaches.
The price depends on the season, the length chosen and the number of participants. Request a free quote from the hotel using the form on this page: it will reply within 48 hours, with no intermediary or commission. One free place is offered for every 20 paying people (driver or guide).
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