On this adventure, you'll explore the Andorran Pyrenees, trekking through beautiful valleys and past clear lakes, while staying in comfortable mountain huts along the way. This 5-day trek combines challenging terrain with peaceful mountain landscapes, offering a memorable opportunity to experience Andorra's wild beauty.
Day 1 – Travel and Arrival
Fly from the UK to Toulouse, followed by a transfer to Andorra-la-Vella (approximately 3 hours). After arriving, you'll check into your private accommodation for the night.
Day 2 – Trek to Mountain Hut
After breakfast at your accommodation, meet your group and begin your trek. Start your hike from Les Escaldes to Refugi de L'Illa. This will be a 12km journey, taking about 5 hours with an elevation gain of 1435m. Enjoy a lunch break on the trail in the Vall del Madriu before arriving at the mountain hut for the night. Dinner will be provided at the hut, with half-board included.
Day 3 – Hut to Hut Trek
Following breakfast, depart the hut and trek towards Refugi de Juclar, passing by 16 gorgeous lakes in the Circ dels Pessons region. This is the longest day of the trek, covering 24km in 9 hours with an elevation gain of 1400m and a descent of 1500m. A lunch stop will be made on the way. After reaching the mountain hut for the night, dinner will be served.
Day 4 – Final Trek and Return to Andorra-la-Vella
On the final day of trekking, enjoy a shorter 10km route, taking around 3 hours with a descent of 760m. After reaching the end of your trek, have lunch in a café in Soldeu or Andorra-la-Vella. Enjoy a celebratory dinner at a local restaurant in Andorra-la-Vella. You will then return to your accommodation for a well-deserved rest.
Day 5 – Transfer and Departure
After breakfast, a transfer will take you back to Toulouse for your return flight. The transfer time is approximately 3 hours.
The trek takes place in the Andorra-la-Vella region, surrounded by the stunning Pyrenees mountains. Andorra is known for its well-preserved Romanesque churches, tax-free shopping, and impressive mountain sports facilities.
The trek will guide you through remote valleys and past shimmering lakes, offering a rare opportunity to explore one of Europe’s lesser-known mountain ranges.
On the first and final nights of the trek, you’ll stay in a 3-star hotel in Andorra-la-Vella, providing a comfortable setting to rest after your journey. The hotel offers private accommodation, with meals included to ensure you’re well-nourished before starting your trek.
For the middle nights, you'll stay in traditional mountain huts along the route, providing a simple yet comfortable base for the trek. These huts offer half-board meals and a warm, welcoming atmosphere after long days of hiking.
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and some previous experience in mountain trekking. The route involves walking on uneven terrain, with steep ascents and descents, so it’s important to be comfortable with extended hiking over several hours each day.
The trek reaches high altitudes, so participants should be in good health and ready for a physically demanding experience.
The leader brings a wealth of experience to the trek, with a background in the Royal Marines Commando, where they served on numerous operations and overseas expeditions. Their passion for the outdoors led them to pursue a career in outdoor education and expedition leadership, holding an International Mountain Leader award.
With personal accomplishments such as summiting Mont Blanc multiple times and rowing across the Atlantic Ocean, the leader’s expertise ensures you’re in capable hands throughout the trek. Their dedication to safety and quality instruction makes this trek an ideal choice for those seeking a challenging yet enjoyable mountain experience.
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About the centre
Blagnac, France
Operated by Jonnie Miller | International Mountain Leader, a partner of adventuro.
