Sunday, March 13, 2011

Pyrenees Tours


The Pyrenees Mountains are a massive barrier separating the Iberian Peninsula from the rest of Europe. They stretch from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea and the highest peaks rise to elevations over 11,000 feet. For sheer beauty, the Pyrenees are unchallenged with snowcapped summits, lush green valleys, alpine rivers, mineral hot springs and plunging waterfalls.

The Pyrenees can be reached from anywhere in Europe by automobile, trains and by air and they present a virtual playground offering and endless amount of activities. Pyrenees tours are offered by operators on both the Spanish and French sides and many people prefer to set their own itinerary. Pyrenees tours can be taken to many areas of the mountain range and each has a flavor all its own. 



The Aragon region is old world all the way and Pyrenees tours to Aragon, are best accomplished by automobile. Aragon is sparsely populated and those seeking castles and ancient stone villages will not be disappointed. The Catalan area is on the Mediterranean and affords a warmer climate than the rest of the range. This region has the greatest precipitation and Pyrenees tours to Catalan host beautiful forests and many rivers. The Costa Brava not only offers a rare natural beauty but it is the site of culture and art with a reputation for excellent accommodations ad fine dining.

The Pyrenees offer something for everyone year round. For the skier, there are runs for the beginner and expert alike and cross-country skiers can traverse hundreds of miles. There are virtually hiking trails that span the entire range and for mountain trekkers, the Pyrenees are a playground of exploration. Pyrenees tours include mountain biking, four wheel drive excursions, horseback riding, caving and river rafting.

Pyrenees Tours


There are Pyrenees tours that will provide the visitor with endless memories.