Wildlife and Flowers - the Flora and Fauna of the Drome and Vercors

One of our most popular guided walking holidays, we've expanded our repertoire to include new walks and even more wild flowers and wildlife opportunities in this stunning location.

There are many reasons why we love this secret corner of France, but the wild flowers in May and June are probably at the top of the list. Scattered like sparkling jewels, the orchids and other wild flowers are the greatest treasure.

 
 

A Unique Location in Europe

Our location in the Drome valley to the south of the Vercors lies at the apex of three climatic zones: Alpine, Mediterranean and Continental European.

To the north lies the Vercors National Park, France’s largest nature reserve, a vast mountainous area a mile above sea level, cut by deep limestone gorges among meadows and moorlands, forests, peaks and ridges. Almost no-one lives here, it’s just the walkers who experience the stunning alpine flowers in spring, the dazzling gentians, wild tulips and narcissi, and many orchids.

We also explore some excellent locations in the valley and to the south, noting the climatic influence of the Mediterranean, and through the week should see a huge range of flowers. The walking is never too difficult, and there is plenty of time to take photographs.

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But it's not just about the wild flowers, the wildlife is superb. And as well as many butterflies, we could also see golden eagles, short-toed eagles, vultures, chamois, ibex and marmots, and occasionally we've even seen a wallcreeper on the cliffs of the Vercors plateau.

The Drome river is also an exciting place to see a whole host of interesting wildlife, in either the early morning or evening you could see beavers, kingfishers, dippers, plovers, nightjars and more.

If you would like to find out more about this or any other holiday, please contact us.

Highlights

  • 5 easy days guided walking of between 4-6 hours per day.

  • Orchids, gentians, narcissi and many other wild flowers in a spectacular setting.

  • Eagles, vultures, chamois and other wildlife.

  • Luxurious accommodation with private swimming pool.

  • Delicious home cooked cuisine, and a broad selection of superb local wines.

 
 

Dates (week commencing):

  • Sat 17 May 2025

  • Sat 24 May 2025

Walking Grade: Easy

Group Size: 4 - 10

Price: £1279

(single supplement £229)

  • Double / twin - available

    Single - booked

  • Double - available

    Twin - available

    Single - holding

““Everything was perfect!
Thank you””
— Roger and Wendy, UK

  • Our guide is an expert photographer with a wealth of experience and would be delighted to help anyone interested in developing their photography skills. Contact us for more information.

"Lovely holiday, best food we’ve ever had. The flower walks were everything we could have wished for. Five stars." Sara and Jim, UK, June 2023.

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"I’m so pleased we booked and finally got here, it has been wonderful. Everything we have loved – the walks, the mountains, wildflowers, food etc!!" Suellen and Libby, Aus, June 2023.

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"Thank you for an amazing holiday experience. Food was exceptional and hospitality. Walks were wonderful." Linda, UK, May 2023.

"Lovely holiday, best food we’ve ever had. The flower walks were everything we could have wished for. Five stars." Sara and Jim, UK, June 2023. --- "I’m so pleased we booked and finally got here, it has been wonderful. Everything we have loved – the walks, the mountains, wildflowers, food etc!!" Suellen and Libby, Aus, June 2023. --- "Thank you for an amazing holiday experience. Food was exceptional and hospitality. Walks were wonderful." Linda, UK, May 2023.

 

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