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Haute Route with a mountain guide

Chamonix–Zermatt, the most famous ski traverse in the Alps

The Haute Route, the classic ski touring route from Chamonix to Zermatt, is undoubtedly the most famous ski traverse in the Alps. Established in 1903 by French mountain guides, it leads across vast glaciers and high mountain passes in six stages from Chamonix to Zermatt. The extraordinary beauty of the landscapes between the Mont Blanc massif and the impressive Matterhorn makes this tour an absolute must for every ambitious ski tourer.

Level:

Duration:

5 days

Area:

Western Alps

Participants:

max. 5

Difficulty:

advanced high alpine ski tour

Length:

90 km

Elevation gain:

overall 4,200 m of elevation gain

Date:

7- 11. April 2027, additional dates available on request

Price:

from 1980 €

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Price details:

3–5 people: €1,980 per person
Private tour: price on request

Program:

Day 1: Start of the Haute Route

We begin our tour in Argentière. From there, lifts take us up into the Les Grands Montets ski area, and after a short ascent we enter the Argentière cirque—a magical place surrounded by impressive rock and ice walls. Our destination for the day is the Refuge d’Argentière.

Elevation gain/loss: ↑ 700 m / ↓ 600 m

Day 2: From the Argentière Cirque to Champex

The tour starts with a descent over the Glacier d’Argentière. We then ascend a steep couloir to the Col Passon. From there, we continue over the Glacier du Tour to the Col Supérieur du Tour and then over the Col des Écandies. A long descent through the Arpette Valley brings us to Champex, where we spend the night.

Elevation gain/loss: ↑ 1100 m / ↓ 2200 m

Day 3: Verbier – Rosablanche

Transfer to Verbier and ascent via lifts to the Col des Gentianes. After a short descent, we climb up to the Col de la Chaux and then toward the Col Momin. From the summit of the Rosablanche, we see the Pigne d’Arolla to the south, the highest point of the traverse. A beautiful descent leads us to the Cabane de Prafleuri.

Elevation gain/loss: ↑ 700 m / ↓ 900 m

Day 4: Pigne d’Arolla (3,796 m)

The most demanding day of the tour awaits. After ascending the Pigne d’Arolla at 3,796 meters, we enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the surrounding peaks. A challenging descent brings us to the Cabane des Vignettes.

Elevation gain/loss: ↑ 900 m / ↓ 600 m

Day 5: The Queen Stage

After descending from the Cabane des Vignettes onto the Glacier du Mont Collon, we ascend to the Col de l’Évêque. From there, we cross two more passes before reaching Zermatt via a dream descent with views of the Matterhorn.

Elevation gain/loss: ↑ 800 m / ↓ 1500 m

Services:

Guided by a certified IFMGA mountain guide
Transfers during the tour
5 nights’ accommodation with half board

Additional Information:

A good level of fitness, confident skiing in all types of snow, and the ability to use crampons are required
For private groups from South Tyrol, we can arrange a transfer with the mountain guide’s minibus on request
The proposed classic itinerary can be adjusted according to the group’s ability and preferences