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Chamonix to Zermatt Guided Hike

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10 days

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Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
14
Age Requirement
18 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
StrenuousHighly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

Starts

Ends

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.

Day 1Meet guide and group in Le Tour and commence hike to Switzerland (6hrs)
Day 2Cross the Fenetre d’Arpette and continue to Champex (7hrs)
Day 3Short transfer to Bourg St Pierre and hike through Entremont Valley (5-6hrs)
Day 4Continue trek to Cabane de Louvie (6hrs)
Day 5Louvie to Col de Praz Fleuri (6-7hrs)
Day 6Praz Fleuri to Les Haudères (6-7hrs)
Day 7Les Haudères to Grimentz via the Torrent Pass (5-6hrs)
Day 8Cross the Meidpass to Grüben (6-7hrs)
Day 9Grüben to Zermatt Valley (7hrs)
Day 10Trek with views of the Matterhorn (4hrs), trip ends Zermatt
Chamonix to Zermatt Guided Hike

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What's Included

Accommodation
9 nights mountain refuges/ gîtes in dormitory style accommodation. Dorms will usually accommodate between 8 and 20 people, with separate mattresses. Upgrade possible to 4 nights dorms and 5 nights double rooms - supplement applies, limited availability (must request at time of booking).
Meals
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
Guide
Experienced mountain guide
Others
Luggage transfer by minibus - 15kg limit (except day 4 & 5 - you need to carry your overnight gear from day 3 to day 6)Internal transfers between hikes by minibusEmergency hotline

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Customer Reviews

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AnonymousOn Sep 3, 2025

Our guide and driver are very nice and friendly. Most of the accommodations are good and comfortable.

AnonymousOn Aug 14, 2025

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.

AnonymousOn Aug 5, 2025

This trip was amazing, although it was a tough trek our guide and other people in our group made it very enjoyable.

AnonymousOn Sep 28, 2024

Great trip through some fabulous mountain passes. Wonderful guiding from Elodie, who knew her stuff and provided good leadership throughout the trip.

AnonymousOn Sep 28, 2024

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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