Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn

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duration 15 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 18-99 yrs
max group size 12
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-7932
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Operated in English

Starts Mont Blanc, France
Ends Randa, Switzerland

HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy spectacular mountain scenery and some of the best walking in the Alps
Challenge yourself among the highest concentration of 4,000m peaks in the Alps
Visit the exciting Alpine towns of Chamonix and Zermatt

Starting in Mont Blanc and ending in Randa, the tour "Mont Blanc To The Matterhorn" is a guided trekking and hiking trip that takes 15 days. You will be traveling through Saint Niklaus, Cabane de Prafleuri, Les Hauderes and 8 other destinations in Switzerland and France. "Mont Blanc To The Matterhorn" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others. Please see the package includes section for further details.

The Haute Route is one of the best-known long-distance ski-touring routes in Europe; running roughly parallel is a spectacular summer trek from Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn. Covering approximately 100mi (160km), it links the valleys of the Haute-Savoie in France to the Swiss Valais. Following our guide, a qualified International Mountain Leader, we pass beneath 10 of the 12 highest mountains in the Alps. Walk through a landscape scattered with glistening glacial lakes and lush, undulating valleys by day and sleep in remote Alpine huts and under canvas by night.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start at Les Bossons, near Chamonix
Day 2: Free day in the Chamonix Valley
Day 3: Walk the Grand Balcon Sud from Chamonix to Les Frasserands
Day 4: Cross Col de Balme to Switzerland
Day 5: Over Fenêtre d'Arpette to Champex
Day 6: From Champex, the trail leads to Verbier and to Cabane de Louvie
Day 7: Cross the highest pass of the route, Col Prafleuri. Views of Rhone valley, Mont Blanc, the Grand Combin and the Matterhorn
Day 8: Long walking day with two passes to cross; overnight at Les Haudères
Day 9: Rest day
Day 10: Past Lac Moiry to the picture-postcard village of Grimentz
Day 11: Longest walking day with excellent views of the Weisshorn
Day 12: Join Zermatt Valley; descend to Jungu and St Niklaus, short transfer to Randa
Day 13: Follow a high-level balcony path that contours along the valley towards Zermatt
Day 14: Optional trip to Zermatt
Day 15: End Randa

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

All breakfasts, 10 picnic lunches, 12 dinners

Transport

All transport and listed activities

Guide

Tour leader throughout

Others

Arrival transfer from Geneva airport to Les Bossons available

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Departure transfer - this can be arranged/paid for locally, the leader will help with this - see 'Extra Expenses' and 'Transfers' sections for further information
Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request - tent nights only)
Visas or vaccinations

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 34 reviews

Anonymous
On Aug 08 2024

5 - Excellent

A challenging, beautiful, bucket list trek.

This was a most memorable trek and comes highly recommended. It is far less crowded than other routes in the Alps and this brings a real sense of 'getting away from it all". The views are spectacular and surprisingly varied... Read more

Anonymous
On Jul 23 2023

5 - Excellent

Fantastic

What an incredible experience! An expedition rather than a holiday, with a fantastic guide who found us swimming spots in lakes and rivers as well as guiding us expertly over challenging passes, through flower streets fields and... Read more

Anonymous
On Aug 09 2022

5 - Excellent

Excellent, Challenging Trip in the French and Swiss Alps

This is a tough trek but really worth it. Stunning views, Beautiful lakes, High passes, Stream crossings, Boulder fields, what's not to like about this trek. Although relatively short daily distances don't be fooled there is a... Read more

Anonymous
On Sep 17 2018

5 - Excellent

Walking in paradise

Two weeks walking in some of the most spectacular scenery of the Alps. Breathtaking views in the many clear days and surreal when walking in the clouds. Varied terrain to entertain all...this is a must for any mountains lover.... Read more

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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 10 December 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 10 December 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn 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.

Visa

For this Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn 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.

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