Celebrating 100 years of the Haute Route

Wilderness Journeys ultimate Haute route trip

2011 is quickly approaching and marks the celebrations of the 100th year of the Haute Route, a long distance thrilling ski touring route. The route is now the most coveted ski touring itinerary linking two of the most iconic mountain resorts, Chamonix in France and Zermatt in Switzerland. 100 years ago it was originally being devised by the gentlemen climbers of the British Alpine Club and first skied in 1911.  Its popularity is probably down to it featuring some of Europe’s highest peaks and glaciers and that it is definitely a challenge.

Here is a fantastic ski touring holiday of the Haute Route:

Ski Touring in Chamonix, France 
Wilderness Journeys offers the famous ski touring holiday in Chamonix which takes you through some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world.

Duration: 9 days
Price: £1,195 per person
See full itinerary and booking details (and how to get there by train): Ski Touring in Chamonix

Some recommended trips nearby:

Stunning landscape of Blitzingen

Skiing Holiday in Blitzingen, Switzerland 

For beginners and all other levels Inn Travel’s Skiing Holiday in Blitzingen is ideal for cross-country skiing.

Duration: 6 days
Price: From £1190pp (including rail) based on two people sharing
See full itinerary and booking details (and how to get there by train): Skiing Holiday in Blitzingen

Enjoying the peaceful open space

Mont Blanc Snowshoe Week - Chamonix Winter Walking

For those who want to get away from the ski-slope crowds KE Adventure’s snowshoeing week holiday is great for taking in the serene mountain scenery.
Duration: 8 days
Price:  £995 Land Only
See full itinerary and booking details (and how to get there by train): Mont Blanc Snowshoe Week