Gypsy caravan joyride

7 day adventure for families or groups of friends

Great ecological experience!
Draft horses direct from horse-breeders
Gain insight french rural life
Dogs are welcome!

From 759,- €

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Programme

Day 1: Arrive and check-in to the gypsy caravan
On afternoon. The briefing takes only 1 or 2 hours, teaching you to handle and groom the horse. Then you can get straight on the roads with a representative, until you are confident enough to take-off on your own.
the horses: Comtois or Pecheron breeds, are specially selected for the route and are adapted to load carrying capacity. We work only with local horse-owners and they chose them for their happy nature.

Day 2-6: Trundling along in the French countryside
In your gypsy caravan you will travel from point to point through the countryside, at your own pace. You can ride along the quiet roads resting overnight at specially pre-prepared places. Here you will find sanitary facilities as well as meadow & cot for the horse. Every evening you can sample the local cuisine and culture. Overnights in your gypsy caravan.

Day 7: Returning the horse and gypsy caravan
On the morning of the 7th day you will need to return the horse and gypsy caravan'

Extra Information

It's recommendable to have a basic knowledge of the French language, because of the explanations during the briefing.
2 adults are required to drive one gypsy caravan. This holiday is suitable for novice horse-riders, but it's not necessary to have any horsemanship techniques.
A deposit will be requested before you go (to be paid in case of damages). This is fully refundable at the end of your stay.

How this holiday makes a difference ?:
This vacation is entirely Co2 free, especially if you go shopping with a bike. By coming to the area, you directly assist in creating jobs for local farmers. We fully encourage our guests on the gypsy caravan holidays to meet local people, go to local restaurants and sample local food. All repairs, maintenance, and farming assistance will be provided by local people. We offer opportunities to horse-growers, farmers, retired people and seasonal workers.

Recycling is also key! Make sure you dispose of waste properly and avoid buying any heavily packaged products where possible.

Minimum number of participants

2 adults are needed to drive and handle the caravan.

In South of Burgundy you are unburdened of the technical side because of a horse driver who accompanies you all along.

Accommodation

The gypsy caravans belong to the local horse-breeders. They are well equipped for a max. of 4-5 people persons (1 x double bed, 2'3 single- beds) including tables, chairs, icebox, sink, fully-equipped kitchen, dinnerware/crockery, storage,( sometimes bed-linen), lamp.
2 bicycles can be hung at the back of the wagon.

Please notice !

Please bear in mind that all the horse farmers are French and that most of them speak only French!
Do bring along a mobile phone functioning on French territory. It will come in handy in case you encounter difficulties.

Information:

2 adults are needed to drive and handle the caravan.
Notions of French are very useful for the briefing and communication at stopovers.
A guarantee must be handed upon your arrival, which will be returned to you at the end of your stay if no damage was observed.
Relays or stopovers are located on individual properties or campings or guest houses.
Please come with light equipment so as to not pointlessly overload the caravan. Your horse and his caretaker will be grateful!
Tip: bring a couple of bicycles, they will be of use to go to shops or activities.

How to get there?

Exceptionally we recommende to come on the spot with your car because of the long distance between the next railway station and the homebase and it'll be easier to make your purchase before you start the joyride.
Parking provided everywhere during the trip.

Price: From 759,- Euro
per week, per gypsy caravan (season & region dependent)

With your request, please let us know the number of your party and the dates of your holiday! We send you a detailed offer ( with prices quote, descriptions and photos)! Please send us your request

Payment conditions: 20% upon booking and the remainder 21 days before arrival.
Solely by SEPA bank transfer.

Services

6 x night's accommodation in fully-equipped gipsy caravan (sleeps 4-5 persons), Luggage transfer between locations, professional monitoring and technical briefing, all provisions for horse, use of sanitary facilities.
(Map 1:25.000 and roadbook direct on the spot).

This package does not include transportation to the area, meals or drinks, the stopover fee and cancel insurance.

Travel dates 2012

From April until September- October
Minimum 2 Persons per booking.
With your request, please let us know the number of your party and the dates of your holiday! We send you a detailed offer ( with prices quote, descriptions and photos)! Please send us your request

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Enjoy a unique holiday experience in rural France in your very own gipsy caravan. Immerse yourself in the traditional French lifestyle and landscapes, far away from the tourist track, following the quiet roads and staying in campsites, farms and B&B's along the way.
Your gipsy caravan is your home for the week, and the horse will be your new friend! You can spend all day long outside in the fresh air and take your time to discover the countryside in this unique and eco-friendly way. Your home, a four-wheeled traditional vehicle, is well equipped to give you all the necessary comforts for your trip.
The horses, mostly Pecheron breeds, are specially selected for the route and know the roads very well. It's not necessary to be a qualified horse-rider! The breeds are famous for their load carrying capacity. Strong, quiet and docile, they are the ideal horse for towing a gipsy caravan. In spite of their size they are very well tempered animals.
This unique and very environmentally-friendly vacation (entirely Co2 free !) can lead you through beautiful regions like: Bretagne, Dordogne, Franche-Comté, Gers, Burguny, etc. at a gentle and leisurely pace. The short distances between the halts (max.15 km) makes it possible to just trundle along in the French countryside.