CHAMONIX ZERMATT THE HAUTE ROUTE GLACIER
7 days / 6 nights
7 days / 6 nights
About The Retreat
This is the glacier route between Chamoninx and Zermatt, the two alpinism capital cities. 7 days in high mountain, walking on glaciers and stones. Only for well trained hikers !
Ice fall of Le Tour glacier, Trient glacier, Ottema glacier ... you'll really need your crampons (we provide it) during these seven days.
This is the glacier route between Chamoninx and Zermatt, the two alpinism capital cities. 7 days in high mountain, walking on glaciers and stones. Only for well trained hikers !
Ice fall of Le Tour glacier, Trient glacier, Ottema glacier ... you'll really need your crampons (we provide it) during these seven days.
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Itinerary
Day 1 : Argentière Montroc to Albert 1er refuge First contact. Let's have a look at the seracs of Le Tour Glacier. Day 2 : Albert 1er to Arpette and Champex Ascent on Trient glacier. Entry in Switzerland by Le Tour pass. Descent in Arpette Valley to reach Champex village. Day 3 : Champex to Cabane Chanrion Transfert to Fionnay and discovery of Mauvoisin lake. Up the Chanrion mountain refuge is waiting for you. Day 4 : Cabane Chanrion to Les Vignettes refuge Otemma glacier to Chermontane pass. The refuge des Vignettes is on the other side. Day 5 : Les Vignettes to Bertol hut Route between glaciers and moraines to reach Eveque pass. Bertol refuge is just after the metallic scales. Day 6 : Bertol to Schönbiel hütte Cross over the flat glacier to Tete Blanche (very nice viewpoint over Matterhorn) Descent on Stockji glacier before to use the path to Schönbiel hütte. Day 7 : Schönbiel hütte to Zermatt A walking day to reach Zermatt through flowered meadows. Transportation: Argentiere train station (near Chamonix) Gathering: Time: Place: Meals: The meals will be countryside local dishes, fresh vegetable and meat cooked in the traditional way and wild cooking. Simple and Healthy. Should you have especial requirements, please let us know beforehand. Accommodation: We will stay in small local dormitories .(mountain refuges) Friendly and Family atmosphere. Clean and simple. Equipment: (Need to be prepared by each participant) It is much colder in the mountain, keep warm !! - Mountain sunglasses, Lipbalm, sun protection - Sleeping bag -20 degree Celsius - Backpack 60L - Day-backpack 15L (to carry lunch and drinking during the day) - Hiking boots (warm, water/snow-proof) - Hiking jacket and pant - Warm layers (200gram & 400 gram polar fleece. by season: wind breaker, gloves & hat) - Dawn Jacket (winter) - Quick dry T-shirt (winter ) - Snow gaiter (winter ) - Waterproof glove (winter ) - Hiking socks - Fleece hats - Head lamp - Hiking Poles (optional, helpful with wet path and to avoid knee problems) - Eating set - Drinking bottle (no plastic bottles because refill is often with boiled water) - Some snacks (4 simple lunch portion) - Personal medical care. Booking Procedures: Click -> INFORMATION & BOOKING Activity Confirmation: Upon reaching the minimum amount of participants, you'll receive an email with the last details about the trip. If we are unable to reach the minimum amount of participants, we will postpone or cancel the activity. Price: 1354 EUROS This activity requires a pre-payment. Payment options are: - Cash payment in Shanghai office - Bank Transfer to YEJO account Minimum 4 persons, Maximum 14 persons Private Groups & Team Outings: Choose a date and we can arrange this trip especially for you (price is dependant on group size). Included: - Land transportation once start from gathering place - Meals as per itinerary - Guide leader - Full board - Transport of your bag - Accommodation in a small dormitories - Hamlet, ice axe, crampons Not Included: - Transport to the gathering meeting point - Beverages - Shoes accepting crampons (you can rent it in Chamonix) - Cancellation insurance Enjoy your vitality, devote to the Present and experience nature with serenity… See you soon! |
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