YOGA & WALKING Palma / Palmanova Dates : Sat 28th April Sat 5th May 2018 - Rev 1 8 days / 7 Nights. Hotel:.Pension Hostal Villa Ampurdan Physical rating: Moderate The Area of Palma in Majorca with the weather, the variety of walks possible in the South West, the food and the sea makes is a perfect destination at this time of year for a walking and yoga holiday. The walking offered will be of around 10 km of distance and approx 650 m of climbing, so suitable to any hillwalker of reasonable fitness. Yoga and Meditation classes will take place every day either in-doors (in the place Portal de Yoga, www.portalsdeyoga.com ) or out-doors weather permitting (in the hotel garden or by the sea) as well as a Relaxation class usually before dinner. Times vary according to the plan of the day. Angelika who is your on site Yoga and Mindfulness Teacher for the week has been accompanying Vincent on these special weeks since the beginning. She is a fully qualified and highly experienced Teacher interested in sharing the joys and benefits of Yoga and Mindfulness with her students. She teaches full time in Ireland Co. Wicklow and has many years of experience teaching groups and individuals at all levels. All classes have a holistic approach that combine Postures with Breathing Practices, Relaxation Techniques, Meditation and Mindfulness. All practices will be adapted to the Group and individual needs and desires. Past Participants found that the daily yoga practice complemented and greatly enhanced their overall experience of the holiday nurturing the body as well as the soul. Sat 28th April : ARRIVAL Join Palmanova Welcome by your guide at Palma airport, arrival of Dublin Ryanair flight and transfer to your pension Hostal Villa Ampurdan in the Portal Nous area 15 km South West of Palma (less than 30 minutes transfer). People coming on different flights are also welcome, contact us and we will organise your transfer to the hotel. Hostal Villa Ampurdam is a small family run hotel. You will find there peace and tranquillity in a beautiful garden setting, and ideally located 5 to 10 minutes walk from the beach with easy access to a good choice of restaurants, shops and bars around. It is also an excellent base to all the walks (both coastal and mountain) of the South West of Majorca. Dinner not incl (late arrival flight). Sun 29th April : WALK Cala Figuera Coastal walk After a start from the hotel along the sea front or a very short transfer, you enjoy a superb coastal walk. The Cala Figuera offers a relatively flat walk where you will approach some of the loveliest beaches of Majorca. You will also discover natural coves like Cala el Mago and see an old marble quarry of the 16th Century. Breakfast and Dinner included. Lunch not included. 1
Mon. 30th April : WALK Elm coastal walks A short bus transfer (20 min) takes you to the village of San Arraco and the walk finish at the fishing port of Sant Elm. Today is a walk of Majorcan contrasts! Quiet villages, a tiny fishing port, high peaks, incredible rock formations, torrents, turquoise seas, deserted beaches, and a sophisticated little port with delightful bars, cafes and boutiques to finish off with! This is a fabulous walk that shows the diversity of the south-west of the island to its very best. In particular you will enjoy the views of the island Es Tancat and the along the coast of South west Majorca. Finish at the village of San Elm allowing time for a coffee or a swim! Bus back to the hotel (30 min.). Breakfast and Dinner included. Lunch not included. Tue. 1st May: Walking and Wine Excursion Puigpunyent After a short bus transfer (30 min) to Puigpunyent you will start the day with a fabulous walk, during which we enjoy stunning views of the south western end of the Tramuntana mountain range, and the peace and tranquillity of Mallorca's mountains. We see some of the island's most luxurious mansions, as well as lots of glimpses of rustic rural life, and some fine examples of the island's ancient springs and water reservoirs. And finally to finish off the day, we visit a stunning ancient winery. Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner not included. Wed. 2nd May: Free day For your free day you might like to just relax by the sandy beach with crystal clear water! Many other options are available on site like go on a boat excursion, scuba diving, sea kayaking, stand up paddle board, etc, Also Majorca is very famous for road cycling and you can hire a bike locally and go for a spin on one of the numerous fantastic roads. Finally in Palma you can visit the Cathedral, the Bellver castle, the Aquarium and many more. Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner not included Thu. 3rd May: WALK Es Capdella & the Galatzó Estate After a short bus transfer (15 min) to Es Capdella you will enjoy a walk in the area from the village of Es Capdella. The walk takes place in a rural corner of the island, which has fabulous views of the conical-shaped Puig Galatzo. This particular circular route takes us from the village along country lanes and rural tracks between casitas and fields and into the Galatzo estate with its magnificent 'Possessio' Manor House in the shadow of Puig Galatzo. Breakfast and Dinner included. Lunch not included. Fri. 4th May: WALK - Serra de Na Burgesa After a start from the hotel you will walk up to Serra de Na Burgesa a hill than over looks at the bay of Palma and you will be amazed by the contrast between the quietness of the place rich in flora and local fauna and birds and the busy Palma coastline. Breakfast and Dinner included. Lunch not included. Sat. 5th May: FAREWELL!!! Transfer to Palma de Majorca airport (30 minutes drive) by private transport to match Dublin Ryanair flight. 2
Dates & Price SPAIN Majorca Palmanova 2018 Price per pers. Base price per person 7 nights / 8 days (28th April to 5th May 2018): 975 Supplement single room for the week (limited places). 70 THIS TRIP INCLUDES: One International mountain leader to guide walks during the trip and do sightseeing days. One professional yoga teacher for the week. 7 nights in the Hostal Villa Ampurdan based on two people sharing. Single rooms available with extra supplement. All twin / double rooms for two people sharing are en suite. Single rooms share the bathrooms and toilet with an other single room (max two single rooms sharing). 7 breakfasts at the hotel. 4 dinners in local restaurants. Palma de Majorca airport transfer. Transport during the week. THIS TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE: Lunches and 3 dinners. Good choice of restaurants locally. Flights to Palma de Majorca return. Individual travel insurance. Beverages during the trip and at hotel. All extras not included in the itinerary pages 1 and 2 or mentioned as optional. 3
Maps 4
Booking Form Trip to Majorca Yoga and Walking 1/4 Payment: Deposit of 300 per person should be transferred as early as possible to avoid disappointment, and before the 31st March 2018. Once you transfer the deposit you will receive a receipt and the invoice for the balance of payment. Balance should be transferred no later than 30 days prior to start date. All optional activities (except supplement single room) are payable on site. Please make payment using: Bank transfer, no extra cost if you ask for a regular transfer - around 5 days (not a fast transfer for which you have to pay), don't forget to reference your transfer and mention Your Name YOGAMAJORCA to France Outdoors to the following banks details: Bank Name: CREDIT AGRICOLE, Caisse regionale ALPES PROVENCE BIC: AGRIFRPP813 IBAN: FR76 1130 6000 6280 8909 0300 069 Credit card over the phone ( 10 extra per pers.), ring France Outdoors, we will call you back immediately. Credit card on line, email us to request this option (Supplement 10 per person to cover Bank fees), we will send you back a link to pay on line on our bank secure system. Send Booking form To: Please remember to fill in (page 7) and sign off (page 8) this Booking Form, and send to: -France Outdoors; Le Village; 05190 Breziers, France. -Or send by email a scanned version of the signed document to contact@franceoutdoors.com -Or send by fax at 00 (33) 95 66 63 841 Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be remitted in writing. Cancellations received 30 days prior to tour or more will be subject to a 200 administration fee. For cancellations received less than 30 days prior to tour date, full tour costs will be assessed. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Cancellation Insurance as this is the only way you will receive a full refund if your trip has been paid for in full. See VHI for trip insurance. No refunds will be made for a cancellation during the course of the tour, nor for unused portions of the trip, nor for any changes, upgrades, adjustments made during the course of a tour. Exceptions to this cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason. Non-payment of your trip balance by the due date will be considered a cancellation, and your space will be offered to the next person on our waiting list. 5
Booking Form Trip to Majorca - Yoga and Walking 2/4 Sharing The accommodation is based on double occupancy and the rooms are standard double or twin rooms with en suite. If you want to share with someone specific please send your booking forms together or mention the name of the person you would like to share with on the comment section of the booking form page 5. Single rooms are limited, therefore it is advised to confirm single rooms as soon as possible. Optional activities All optional activities are payable on site. Flight details The package does not include flights. The airport transfers will be organised to match the Ryanair flight from Dublin to Palma Majorca (Day 1) and Ryanair flight from Palma Majorca to Dublin (Day 8). Should you come from a different flight, please contact us so we can organise your airport transfer. Flight delays, cancellation and insurance On the event of flight cancellation or delay which may disrupt the itinerary of the first few days of trip, please make sure you have the relevant travel insurance so alternative arrangements can be made without too much cost to you. Unfortunately flight delays and cancellation have become more commonplace and depending on the circumstances the airlines may make alternative arrangements at no extra cost, but additional costs may well be involved in the form of onward flight arrangements, transfers and accommodation. It is important that your travel insurance covers you against these and in order to facilitate your claim for any delays etc., it is your responsibility to collect all relevant documentation from the airline in order to process the claim correctly and speedily. Flight timings, routes and schedule changes Please note airline schedules and times may be subject to change. Unfortunately, airlines change their schedules regularly; we cannot be held responsible for any changes after the booking date but will advise you about revised times should any changes occur. If the flight times or departure airport is crucial to your arrangements we advise you to call us and confirm the most recent flight information before making any other arrangements. Insurance Are you adequately covered? It is a condition of joining any of our holidays that you must be insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs and air ambulance or helicopter rescue services where appropriate). You must be sure that you are covered for any activities that you intend to take part in. We will request the details of your insurance phone number and policy number at the start of the trip as well as an emergency contact number. Any Questions? Contact Vincent Lamy, from France Outdoors, vincent@franceoutdoors.com 6
Price: As per details on pages 1,2 and 3. Booking Form Trip to Majorca - Yoga and Walking 3/4 Total package cost for 8 days/ 7 nights based on 2 people sharing room - Excluding flights = (dead line deposit 31st March 2018) 975 Supplement Single for the week. 70 Dates: From Saturday 28th April to Saturday 5th May 2018 Flights details: Mobile number (Participant 1): Address (Participant 1): Mobile number (Participant 2): Comments: (special diet,sharing...): Participant 1, Please fill in your details below: First name as per passport: Surname as per passport: Email Address: Supplement single please circle yes/no: Yes No Yes No Participant 2, Please fill in your details below: First name as per passport: Surname as per passport: Email Address: Supplement single please circle yes/no: Total number of participants: Grand total (package, supplement single) : Grand total Deposit ( 300) * (number of participants) : 7
Booking Form Trip to Majorca - Yoga and Walking 4/4 Terms and Conditions: I have read the itinerary on pages 1 to 4 and accept France Outdoors documented terms and conditions page 5 et 6. Name (participant 1): Signature (participant 1): Name (participant 2- if applicable): Signature (participant 2): 8