Physical Requirements
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Group Size
- This trip has 2 groups of 38-45 travelers, each with a dedicated local Program Director exclusive to Grand Circle
Pacing
- 14 days, with 10 nights aboard the M/S River Chanson, and 2 nights in a hotel in Toulouse
- One day includes a 4-5 hour motorcoach transfer
Physical Requirements
- Walk 2-3 miles unassisted and participate in 2-3 hours of physical activities each day, including stairs, hills, and cobblestones
- Walking tours will feature stops along the way for learning and discovery, and some will not have options to sit down during the tour
- Not accessible for travelers using wheelchairs or scooters
- Travelers using walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids must travel with a companion who can assist them
- We reserve the right for Program Directors to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group’s experience
Terrain & Transportation
- Uneven walking surfaces, including unpaved paths, hills, stairs, and cobblestones, which can be slippery in wet or colder conditions. Our docking location in Lyon requires traversal of a 30-step stairway with no hand rail
- Travel by 86-passenger river ship and 49-seat coach. One day of this itinerary involves a 4- to 5-hour motorcoach transfer
- Changes in water-level depths may require adjustments to your itinerary
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 50-100°F during cruising season
- June-August are the warmest months
- March and November weather can be unpredictable and change quickly