About the tour
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Trient, Switzerland
Zermatt, Switzerland
Highlights
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 hiking day with a group of like minded travellers
Itinerary
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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Our guide and driver are very nice and friendly. Most of the accommodations are good and comfortable.
Overall excellent trip. Weather helped as was excellent. Able to walk all high passes and enjoy fantastic views. Accommodation was basic but OK, food overall was good. Never went hungry. Plenty of opportunity to stop and take photos, never felt rushed.
This trip was amazing, although it was a tough trek our guide and other people in our group made it very enjoyable.
Great trip through some fabulous mountain passes. Wonderful guiding from Elodie, who knew her stuff and provided good leadership throughout the trip.
This was a great way to see become acquainted with the Swiss Alps. Great guide ensured that we all managed the trip safely and a lovely group to share the experience. A challenging trek but very worthwhile.
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