Munro bagger supreme Jimmy thinks nothing of climbing hills with his dog so cani-hiking in Avoriaz will be right up son mont.
Now granted the Pentland Hills which frame Edinburgh aren’t, or would ever claim to be, the French Alps.
But fear not you won’t have to haul, or be dragged by, Fido up the slope.
You’ll be equipped instead with a waist belt and elastic lead.
And Fido will gently pull you along and set the pace so you can enjoy the scenery.
Dog days
The experience lasts around an hour and a half and includes a break for refreshments for you and your dog.
And the chance to take photos with them.
Suitable for adults and children aged 10 and over, cani-hiking takes place in the late afternoon or evening.
To keep the dogs comfortable during the warmer months.
Available daily from June 25 to 29 August, so it’ll be a case of pencilling it in for next year.
The experience will cost you €30/£26pp.
Taking the lead
Plenty of time then for you to get into training.
Although heads and paws up here, you will be provided with a dog, a northern dog… think huskies.
Now you’ll want to know where is best to stay around Avoriaz.
Your residence awaits
And we’ve been pointed to Résidence Pierre & Vacances Saskia Falaise for a seven-night stay.
Arriving 28 August and priced from £312 for a self-catered stay in an apartment sleeping up to four people.
With flights and transfers extra.
All of which we imagine are similar for next year.
