Hut-to-hut hiking in the French / Swiss Alps
Are you considering a summer vacation to Europe? July through September is the best time for hut-to-hut treks in the French/Swiss Alps that take you through spectacular landscapes among rugged granite spires and spectacular glaciers.
We have some excellent groups to join for the summer of 2011. While many departures are already full, these options offer excellent value and a relaxed experience among Europe’s high peaks.
5-day Tour of the Aiguilles Rouges
Hiking in the Aiguilles Rouges
Hiking the Tour of the Aiguilles Rouges (“Red Needles”) is an excellent way to discover the French Alps. You’ll be hiking on the side of the Chamonix valley across from the Mont Blanc, offering exceptional views of the area’s amazing glaciers.
Dates:
- 8-12 July
- 3-7 August
Price: $ 1245/ person
12-day Tour of Mont Blanc
The Tour du Mont Blanc takes hikers all the way around the Mont Blanc massif through France, Italy and Switzerland. This 105 mile (170 km) trek crosses 10 mountains passes and allows you to admire 40 glaciers.
Dates:
- 17-28 July
- 20-31 August
Price: $ 2295/ person
8-day Climb the Mont Blanc
Climb the Mont Blanc
Climb the highest peak in Western Europe and explore the Mont Blanc massif! 6 days of mountaineering will take you to some of the most spectacular landscapes in the mountains near Chamonix. Before climbing the Mont Blanc the group will have ice school on the Tour glacier and attempt three acclimatization peaks: the Aiguille du Tour (3,529 m / 11,578 ft), the Tête Blanche (3,421 m / 11,224 ft) and the Petite Fourche (3,512 m / 11,522 ft). The itinerary then leaves three days for the climb of the Mont Blanc to give you the best chances of reaching the summit.
Date:
- 16-23 July
Price: $2995 / person
8-day Hiking week in Chamonix
Hiking in the Chamonix Valley means viewing the most spectacular landscapes in the French Alps. Chamonix is situated at the foot of the impressive Mont Blanc massif and innumerable glaciers descend right to the valley.
Dates:
- 30 July – 6 August
- 13-20 August
Price: $ 1495/ person
These trips all include meeting at the Geneva airport and round trip transfer between Geneva and Chamonix. Lodging is in mountain huts or B&Bs in villages. Trips include the services of a professional guide or guides and rescue insurance. Contact us for detailed information.