Walking in Chamonix Valley, France
A great week of walking in the shadow of the highest mountain in Western Europe, Mont Blanc. Some of the most famous walks in the world are included as we explore the stunning Chamonix Valley with its snow capped peaks and glistening glaciers.
£895 or 1075 Euros
A fantastic walking week in the heart of the Alps. You'll have the opportunity to trail through beautiful woodland and green valleys, as well as climbing to some of the highest cols in Europe, and breathing in the fresh mountain air. Over the course of the trip you'll get to visit nature reserves, gaze out over the stunning Lac Blanc, climb aboard the Mont Blanc Express and have the option to climb to the peak of the Aiguillette des Houches.
What's more, each night you'll bed down in the Yeti Lodge in Argentiere, a comfortable chalet accommodation complete with sauna, hot tub, and great views out towards Mont Blanc - so you'll have no trouble relaxing after a hard day of exploring the countless trails and paths.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival in Argentière, Chamonix Valley
Day 2:
Follow a trail through dense woodland until you reach the Chalet de Chapeau. Eventually you'll hit open space with fantastic views to the peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges. A wonderful introductory walk.
Day 3:
Pass through a beautiful nature reserve (famous for its population of ibex) as you head towards Lac Blanc, widely considered one of the most picturesque spots in the whole region.
Day 4:
Climb aboard the Mont Blanc Express as it takes you to Vallorcine. You'll follow an even trail to the summer grazing ground in Loriaz, where you'll stop for coffee and fantastic views.
Day 5:
Head for Le Bettey and then through the forest to the 'alpage' at Chailloux. Here you'll have a choice; either sit and relax with a coffee, or climb to the peak of the Aiguillette des Houches.
Day 6:
Make your way to the Posettes Ridge, and then after lunch descend to Le Buet and take the train back to Chamonix.
Day 7:
Hop aboard the Mont Blanc Express once more, this time to Chamonix, before climbing to Blaitiere and then following a trail to the famous Signal Forbes vantage point.
Day 8:
Depart
What price includes
- services of qualified International Mountain Leader
- half board accommodation
- cable cars and trains included in the itinerary
Location
Plan your journey by train
Meeting point:
Chamonix, France
Chamonix Train Station
Transfer to meeting point:
Guests make their own way to meeting point
Full information on booking, the station is a short distance from the accommodation
How to get there:
Train from London to Chamonix (via Paris)
Plan your journey by train
Finish point:
Chamonix, France
Chamonix Train Station
Transfer to finish point:
Guests make their own way to station
Full information on booking
How to get back:
Train from Chamonix to London (via Paris)
