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Touring
A Catalan Experience
This holiday takes you to the furthest reaches of the French mainland, to a region perhaps less well known than other more traditional tourist destinations, but one with its own unique charm and character and which make this a truly fitting addition to the FTS portfolio of holiday ideas incorporating great little train journeys. Our itinerary is based on three nights by the coast, followed by three in the mountains. Discover the contrasting charms of the rugged Catalan coast and the majestic mountain scenery of the Cerdagne National Park. Based respectively in the picture-postcard artists colony and chic, bustling seaside resort that is Collioure, and the more tranquil Saillagouse, amid mountain streams and pastures, where life unfolds at a more leisurely pace. And connecting the two, an unforgettable (return) journey through the spectacular landscapes of the eastern Pyrenees in the aptly named petit train jaune (little yellow train).
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Touring by train
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Collioure
Collioure nestles in the most dramatic part of the Catalan coast, where the Pyrenean foothills meet the sea. Generations of artists, including Matisse, have long been attracted both by this lovely setting and its vivid colours. Explore the warren of alleyways in the old town clustered below the imposing citadel and around the lively fishing harbour; relax on one of the towns three sheltered beaches; spend an unhurried hour over an aperitif at one of the seafront cafes; take a short train ride to Cerbere or beyond into Spain.
What your holiday includes:
" Return standard class travel from St Pancras, Ebbsfleet or Ashford to Collioure and return from Saillagouse " 3 nights B&B and 3 nights half board accommodation with the menu degustation on the last night (drinks not included) " Hotels with en suite rooms, TV and telephone, one with swimming pool " Travel between centres by local train (sometimes SNCF coach) and the Train J aune " Option to extend in either destination N.B. Departures can be on any day but the return leg must fall on a Saturday or Sunday. For 1st class travel supplements (not on local trains), off peak and peak travel costs see page 48 (back page).
Prices per person 1 Apr 11 Jul 12 Jul 31 Aug 1 Sep 31 Oct £479 £539 £495
Saillagouse
In stark contrast, high up on the Cerdagne plateau, Saillagouse makes an ideal base to explore this wild but welcoming region, as testified by the generations of visitors who have established its reputation as the finest walking country in the Pyrenees chain, with its many marked paths affording a unique opportunity to discover, each at his or her own pace, its rich flora and wildlife, including chamois, pine-martins, kestrels, vultures and eagles, even the occasional bear or lynx. Alternatively, simply relax by the hotel swimming-pool or in its peaceful orchard garden before sampling local specialities in its reputed restaurant.
Single supp £114 £128 £114
High season in Collioure 16 Jun-11 Jul & 1 15 Sep: £3 per night.
www.F-T-S.co.uk
0844 84 888 43
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