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Discover the secret side of France

By High Point Holidays

Discover the secret side of France

03/25/2010 Tired of big tour groups, ‘one size fits all’ operators and impersonal package holidays? Bespoke walking and cycling holiday company, High Point Holidays ( http://www.highpointholidays.co.uk ), offers customers made-to-measure tours off the beaten track in France, including a number of new and unique holiday destinations for 2010.

The founder of High Point Holidays, Tony Armstrong, is himself a keen walker and cyclist. His philosophy is simple, to offer unusual holidays at affordable prices. As an antidote to the well-worn routes on offer through other operators, High Point Holidays specialises in finding forgotten trails and tracks rather than following the crowds. Customers can choose between guided tours and independent treks everywhere from the unspoilt wilderness of the Vanoise National Park in the French Alps to the gorges and historic hill top towns of the Tarn in Southern France.

And, after a long day in the saddle or on their feet, customers can look forward to staying in an independent guest house full of character - rather than an identikit hotel. Whether in an old farm, a former mill, a quaint cottage or a chateau, accommodation has been carefully chosen to guarantee an authentic local experience, home-cooked meals and a warm welcome.

Tony Armstrong says: “Before setting up the company, my experience of guided walking holidays was passing hordes of other hikers - all ending up in the same boring accommodation. We want our customers to feel like they’ve not only visited a place but been part of it as well.”

Groups for the guided tours never exceed ten people, and itineraries are flexible to adapt to interests and abilities. For those who prefer to go it alone, High Point Holidays can recommend tried and tested routes off the main tourist trails, complete with detailed maps and comprehensive notes about the walk and the region. Whatever option customers choose, their bags are always transported between guest houses, so they need only carry essentials for the day.

Tony adds: "People may be wary of visiting the Euro zone because of the weak pound but we’ve kept our prices low, making our tours great value for money. As people's holiday time becomes increasingly precious, why not ditch the South Downs for the South of France or substitute the misty Malvern Hills for the majestic mountains of the Alps."

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About High Point Holidays
High Point Holidays was established in 2007 and is based in Shaftesbury, Dorset. It is a family business: father Tony Armstrong runs the UK operation while his son, William Armstrong, is based in Beaujolais, France, where he works with local operators to develop bespoke tours.
Tony Armstrong, aged 66, is undergoing chemotherapy for myeloma and is taking part in a new drug trial.

For further information, please contact:
William Armstrong, partner, High Point Holidays
Tel: 0033 474 68 86 63 / 01747 858 229
Email: william@highpointholidays.co.uk
Site: www.highpointholidays.co.uk

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