Saillans Day – Geology, Village and Terroir Saillans Day – Geology, Village and Local Produce
ID: GYG1514507-2312436
Category:
Country: Bangladesh
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
A day with a guide to interpret the landscape: the Saint-Moirans Gorge, the village and vineyards of Saillans, and a meeting with a producer or artisan.
Here, every landscape tells a story: that of an ever-changing Earth, shaped by time and by living things. Meet at 9:45 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the entrance to the Saint-Moirans Gorges (D776, Route de Chastel-Arnaud, near Saillans). 10:00 a.m.: Walk in the Saint-Moirans Gorges, where the guide will help you interpret the rocks, folds and erosion that have shaped the valley. 12:00 p.m.: Lunch in Saillans (meal at each person's own expense). 2:00 p.m.: Explore the village and its vineyards, learning about local history, geology and terroir. 4:00 p.m.: Meet a producer or artisan from the Diois region to round off the day with a focus on local expertise. A day suitable for everyone, in a small group (up to 7 people), with a guide passionate about geology and nature. Wear good walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring water.
Highlights
- Enjoy a full day with a guide who is passionate about geology
- Explore the Saint-Moirans Gorge, the village and the vineyards of Saillans
- Meet a local producer or artisan
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Closed-toe walking shoes, water, hat/cap and sunscreen, clothing suitable for the weather
Excursion in natural surroundings, sometimes in areas without cell phone signal. Suitable for all levels, with a pace adapted to the group
Meet at 9:45 a.m. (departure at 10:00 a.m.) at the entrance to the Saint-Moirans Gorge, on the D776, Route de Chastel-Arnaud, near Saillans. GPS coordinates: 44.6764249, 5.1951536.
INCLUDED
- Naturalist guide throughout the day (10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)
- Walk through the Saint-Moirans Gorge
- Tour of the village and vineyards of Saillans
- Meet-up with a producer or artisan
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch in Saillans (meal at each person's own expense)
- Transportation to the meeting point
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
