Chamonix to Zermatt
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- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Trekking and Hiking
- Walking tour
- Adventure
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 10 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 14
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-20281
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- Operated in English
- Trek through stunning alpine scenery amongst the highest peaks in Western Europe including the Matterhorn and Dent Blanche
- Follow the historic route from the head of the Chamonix Valley to Zermatt
- Enjoy culinary specialties such as Raclette
- Share your walking day with a group of like minded travellers
Take the high trail from the Chamonix Valley to Zermatt. The Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt is steeped in mountaineering legend, a route first taken by British climbers at the end of the 19th century. We join this historic route using the 'trekkers version' from the head of the Chamonix Valley, where we are immediately immersed in the incredible mountain scenery. Skirting glaciers we ascend passes gaining breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks, including the 4000m+ peaks of Dent Blanche, Zinalrothorn and Weisshorn. On reaching Zermatt we take in the instantly recognizable form of the Matterhorn and appreciate the scale of this mountain and its tumbling glaciers. Staying in a mixture of comfortable alpine huts, gîtes and hotels, we experience traditional European mountain culture and the camaraderie of our fellow travellers. Suitable for experienced trekkers, this route is rugged at times with considerable altitude gains of between 800m and 1300 metres per day, and requires participants to have a high level of fitness and endurance.
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Day 1 : Meet guide and group in Le Tour and walk to Switzerland (6hrs /+814m, -900m)
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Day 2 : Cross the Fenetre d’Arpette and continue to Champex (7hrs/+1400m, -1000m)
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Day 3 : Short transfer to Bourg St Pierre and walk through Entremont Valley (5-6hrs /+800m)
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Day 4 : Continue trek to Cabane de Louvie (7hrs /+600m, -700m)
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Day 5 : Louvie to Col de Praz Fleuri (6-7hrs /+910m, -525m)
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Day 6 : Praz Fleuri to Les Haudères (6-7hrs /+714m, -1327m)
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Day 7 : Les Haudères to Grimentz via the Torrent Pass (2919m) (5-6hrs /+858m, -841m)
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Day 8 : Cross the Meidpass (2790m) to Grüben (6-7hrs /+1090m, -972m)
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Day 9 : Grüben to Zermatt Valley (7hrs /+1075m, -990m)
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Day 10 : Trek with views of the Matterhorn (4hrs/+443m, -443m), trip ends Zermatt
- 9 nights mountain refuges/ gîtes in dormitory style accommodation. Dorms will usually accommodate between 8 and 20 people, with separate mattresses. Alternatively you can upgrade to 4 nights dorm, 5 nights double room - supplement applies.
- 9 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners (does not include drinks) – continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea and juices. Lunch is picnic style. Dinner will consist of 2 or 3 courses which include regional specialties
- Internal transfers between walks by minibus
- Experienced mountain guide
- Luggage transfer by minibus (except day 4 & 5) – 15kg limit
- Travel to and from the trail head
- Travel insurance - mandatory
- Drinks
- Storage of luggage
- Transfers
- Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
- Bus or train from trail into Zermatt - allow EUR10 per person
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- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Chamonix to Zermatt tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 07 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 07 June 2024, a deposit of 189 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceChamonix to Zermatt tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Chamonix to Zermatt tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.