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Spend 8 days exploring some of the best walking routes the Chamonix Valley has to offer; from pine-scented forests to wide valleys overlooking Mont Blanc.

Price:

£895 Land only

Duration: 8 days
Departures: Departing on 23 Oct 2011 and 8 July, 5 August and 2 September 2012 (Sun to Sun)
Start point: Argentiere, Chamonix Valley
End point: Argentiere, Chamonix Valley
 

Explore a wealth of fascinating walks, from pine-scented forests and Alpine meadow to wide valleys with the ever-present peaks surrounding Mont Blanc in the background. Top local guides will take you through some of Chamonix Valley's most classic walks; from the Col des Montets to Lac Blanc and Vallorcine to the Lac d'Emosson and the 2-day Tour des Fix (complete with an overnight in the Refuge des Sales).

The week climaxes in an afternoon ascent through the wilderness of the Aiguille Rouge Range towards the beautiful Berard Valley. Having spent a night in Pierre Berard Refuge, you'll complete the hike to the top of Mont Buet and be able to appreciate some truly stunning views of Mont Blanc.

What price includes

 
  • Experienced professional leader
  • Chalet accommodation in Argentiere for 5 nights
  • Mountain hut accommodation for 2 nights
  • Mountain railway, valley transport & cable cars
  • All meals including packed lunches
 

Location

 

Plan your journey by train

Meeting point:
Yeti Lodge, Argentiere

Nearest train station to meeting point:
Argentiere

Transfer to meeting point:
Guests make their own way to meeting point
It is a short walk from the station to the accommodation

How to get there:
Train from London to Argentiere (via Chamonix)

 
Plan your journey by train to Chamonix
 

Plan your journey by train

Finish point:
Yeti Lodge, Argentiere

Nearest train station to finish point:
Argentiere

Transfer to finish point:
Guests make their own way to station
It is a short walk from the accommodation to the station

How to get back:
Train from Argentiere to London (via Chamonix)

 
Plan your return train journey from Chamonix