Step into the heart of the French Pyrenees on this 8-day self-guided hiking journey along the legendary GR10 Trail. From the charming Basque villages of St. Jean Pied de Port to the breathtaking amphitheatre valley of Lescun and the dramatic Holzarté Gorge, this trek offers an irresistible mix of culture, nature, and adventure. With luggage transfers and cozy 3–4★ accommodations waiting for you at each stop, you can focus on what matters most — enjoying the trail at your own pace.
Cost
Cost Includes
- 6 nights in 3–4★ hotels, guesthouses & chalets (shared or private rooms depending on option)
- 1 night in mountain-style dormitory
- Daily breakfasts & 3-course dinners (except Day 1 dinner)
- Luggage transfer (1 bag pp, max 15kg)
- Transfers as per program
- Detailed maps, GPS app (offline), and route descriptions
- 24/7 local & international emergency hotline
Cost Excludes
- International flights
- Transfers to/from France not mentioned
- Drinks with meals
- Tourist tax (if applicable)
- Handling fee (€20)
Overview
This section of the GR10 will lead you through the Basque Country and into the rugged Béarn region of the Pyrenees. Expect lively cultural encounters in small French-Basque villages, encounters with shepherds and their flocks, and panoramic views of towering peaks like Pic d’Anie (2504m).
You’ll wander through Iraty Forest, cross the thrilling Holzarté footbridge suspended high above gorges, and end in the Aspe Valley at Etsaut — gateway to the Pyrenees National Park.
Trip Highlights
- Walk from Basque culture to high Pyrenean peaks
- Discover hidden villages: Estérençuby, Logibar, Lescun
- Hike through the Iraty beech forest and the Holzarté Gorge
- Admire the Glacial Cirque of Lescun – a natural amphitheatre of cliffs
- First views of 2000m+ peaks including Pic d’Anie
- Self-guided freedom with luggage transfers and 24/7 support
- Delicious French cuisine with daily breakfasts & 3-course dinners
