trek Zermatt PREMIUM
Zermatt,
Switzerland
4 days
Tough
Les 5 jolis lacs sont visibles au fur et à mesure de la montée à condition de rester sur le sentier de droite.
What's Included?
Activities & Certified Guides
All itinerary activities with expert, local, English-speaking guides
Accomodation
2 nights hotels
Transfers
To and from the airport (or Geneva main bus station) and everything in between
Small Like-minded Groups
Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 8 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people
Meals
All breakfasts and dinners
Equipment
Kayaking and camping equipment (not including sleeping bag)
What's it like?
Trek through Italy, Switzerland and France in a long weekend, bedding down in Alpine mountain huts along the way
Hike the twin valleys of Val Ferret with its vantage point over Mont Blanc, Dent du Géants and the Grandes Jorasses
Ascend the Col de Balme (2190m) and traverse to L’Aiguillettes des Posettes for inspiring views of Mont Blanc
KEY INFORMAtion
ITINERARY
DAY 1
Aiguille du Midi
After meeting your hosts at either Geneva Airport or Les Houches, you’ll be driven through the tunnel to Plampincieux, just outside of Courmayeur on the Italian side of Mont Blanc.
From there you’ll ascend into the Val Ferret heading towards the Italian-Swiss border, the trail providing inspiring views of Mont Blanc, Dent du Géants, and the Grandes Jorasses massif. You’ll reach your mountain refuge high up in valley in time for a hearty dinner with your fellow hikers.
If travelling in September, please note the itinerary covers different sections of the TMB trail, due to the Mont Blanc Tunnel being closed for scheduled maintenance. See the FAQs section for more details.
Start the morning with an invigorating ascent up to Grand Col Ferret (2536m), crossing from Italy into Switzerland. This is one of the most challenging passes on the TMB route, a long steady climb with incredible views of Val Ferret, Mont Dolent and the Swiss side of the valley.
From the top of the pass you’ll take the more gradual, long descent down to La Fouly village, stopping at a traditional dairy farm along the way with the chance to sample some of the local produce. From La Fouly you’ll be driven to Champex for the night.
GETTING THERE
Transfers
To take advantage of the airport transfers included at the start of the trip, you’ll need to arrive into Geneva Airport no later than 10:30 on Day 1 – your transfer will depart for Chamonix at 11:30 sharp. It takes around one hour to get from Geneva to Chamonix. Your return transfer will arrive at Geneva Airport at around 18:30 on Day 4, so you’ll need to book flights departing from 20:30 onwards.
FOOD & ACCOMODATION
Day 1
Mountain hut – Mixed dorm
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 2
Mountain hut – Mixed dorm
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 3
Departure Day
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
DIFFICULTY RATING
This trip has been rated as Challenging
This trip is suitable for experienced hikers in good shape. You’ll need to be able to hike 15–20km on mountain trails, with as much as 1000m+ of elevation gain and descent, each day. You will be carrying your own overnight pack between the refuges, so should be confident hiking with a 30-50L pack for multiple days. Doing some practice hikes before the trip with your pack and boots is strongly recommended to help you prepare for this adventure!
WHAT I WILL NEED TO CARRY ?
You will be carrying your own 30-50L pack between the refuges, with everything you need for the four day trek. A luggage transport service is unavailable on this trip as not all accommodation is accessible by road. So don’t over pack, a lighter pack will be more enjoyable, but also don’t skip the essentials and risk getting caught out in bad weather. It’s a good idea to do some hiking before the trip so you are comfortable with the gear you plan to bring on the trek. Check out our kit list section for the basics to consider putting in your pack.
WEATHER
The Tour du Mont Blanc trekking season is from June to September. Summer around Mont Blanc is generally warm and fair, but the weather can change very quickly in the high mountains, bringing cold rain and wind. Average temperatures range from 6 to 26 °C. It rains roughly half of the days each month, but storms generally pass through quickly. There can be snow on the mountain passes at the start of the season. Even in the peak of summer you can have very mixed conditions, especially when climbing over the high mountain passes above 2000m. Heatwaves have also been a feature of recent European summers. Our kit list is intended to guide you on what to pack for this trip.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
GUIDES
Professional, experienced and friendly English-speaking IML certified guides (1:15 guide to customer ratio)
ACCOMODATION
3 nights staying in alpine mountain refuges
MEALS
Breakfast and dinner will be served up with picnic lunches on the trail
TRANSFERS
Transfers to and from Geneva airport
EQUIPMENT
Pillows and blankets are provided at the refuges. Trekking poles are available for hire.
NOT INCLUDED
Our trips are hassle-free by design. We include all the activities and equipment, as well as many of the meals, so you can simply rock up with your rucksack and share the adventure with your new pals.
TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE TRIP
Our trips do not include flights, trains or other travel to the start point and back from the end point.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is compulsory for all of our adventures and you are required to provide your policy information before departing. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. We also strongly recommend it includes cancellation and curtailment insurance, should you be unable to join your trip for specific reasons such as illness. Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine, as their insurance offers all of the above.
VISAS
Visa requirements often change, and you are responsible for obtaining any required visas for this trip. Please check with your nearest embassy or consulate for up-to-date advice.
PERSONAL EXPENSES
You know your own spending habits best, so please budget an appropriate amount for things like optional meals and drinks, shopping, optional activities, and laundry.
KITLIST
WHAT’S AVAILABLE TO HIRE?
Trekking poles (see Optional Extras for prices)
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
You’ll be carrying all you need for the four day trip on your back, so don’t over pack but also don’t skip the essentials. Hiking in the Alps even in the peak of summer you can have very mixed conditions, both hot and cold, especially when climbing over the high mountain passes.
KIT
- 30-50L backpack with waist belt (plus a rain cover)
- A Pack Liner or Dry Bag is also good protection in case of rain
- Sleeping bag liner (cotton or silk). This is very important as it’s a mandatory requirement at the mountain refuges. Pillows and blankets are provided by the refuges.
- Sunglasses and Sunscreen (SPF 50+ recommended due to altitude)
- Preferred snacks for the trail
- Hydration/Electrolyte tablets
- 2L water bottle(s)
- Hand sanitiser gel
- Toiletries and personal first aid items
- Towel
- Swim suit
- Earplugs and Eye Mask (recommended)
- Cash (EUR) for drinks, snacks along the trail, tips etc.
- Plug adaptor and/or battery pack to charge electrical devices (note Switzerland uses a different standard to the rest of Europe)
- Headlamp
CLOTHES
- Waterproof Jacket (with hood) and Trousers
- Synthetic (e.g. Primaloft) or Down Puffy Jacket
- Fleece or merino pullover or sweater
- Synthetic or merino wool base layers
- Warm hat and gloves (really important in mixed weather conditions)
- Sunhat or cap
- Synthetic shirts/T-shirts and trousers (zip-off preferable) or shorts for hiking
- Comfortable clothes to wear post-hike in the refuges
- 2+ pairs of hiking socks, wool or synthetic (not cotton)
- Sturdy hiking boots or shoes (worn in)
- Comfortable light shoes for around the refuge
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
*Requests for optional extras can be made after booking on your “My Bookings” page
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I leave my excess luggage somewhere?
Yes. Any excess luggage that you don’t need during the trek can be stored securely for the entire trip at the host’s office. There is a storage fee of 20.00 EUR per bag; this can be paid in cash locally when you meet your host. Please let your host know in advance if you have excess luggage so that they can plan the logistics accordingly.
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DEPARTURES DATES
MAY 2025
12 places
950€
12 places
650€
JUNE 2025
12 places
750€
12 places
750€
JULY 2025
AUGUST 2025
SEPTEMBER 2025
OCTOBER 2025
JANVIER 2026
FEVRIER 2026
MARS 2026
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