Chamonix and Mont Blanc
- Location:Geneva, Switzerland
- Duration:9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2510KT001
Cross the Switzerland-France border on this day trip from Geneva to Chamonix, one of the most famous villages in the French Alps. You'll drive through the mountains, ride the cable car to Aiguille du Midi for breathtaking views of Mont Blanc and the surrounding Alps, and ride the charming red train to Montenvers.
Highlights
- Full-day trip from Geneva, Switzerland, to Chamonix, France
- 90-minute drive through the Arve Valley to Chamonix
- Cable-car ride to summit of Aiguille du Midi
- Spectacular views of the Swiss, French and Italian Alps, including Mont Blanc
- Red train to Montenvers for views of the Mer de Glace
- Lunch in Chamonix included
- English- and French-speaking guide
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Your day trip from Geneva begins with an unforgettable 90-minute drive across the Switzerland-France border and through the picturesque Arve Valley to Chamonix, situated at the foot of majestic Mont Blanc, the highest peak in both the Alps and Western Europe at 15,780 feet (4,800 meters).
You’ll continue to Aiguille du Midi, a rocky peak near Mont Blanc with year-round snow. On a two-stage cable car, you’ll reach the mountain’s summit in just 20 minutes. Then, prepare to be awed by the spectacular panoramic views of the Chamonix Valley and the French, Swiss and Italian Alps! On a clear day, you may even see Mattherhorn, the famous Swiss peak and icon of Switzerland – it’s even found on packages of delicious Toblerone chocolate.
There are many terraces and balconies at the Aiguille du Midi summit, where you can enjoy the alpine views and watch skiers zooming down toward the glacier. There's also a cafe, where you can have a hot chocolate or enjoy a light snack (own expense).
Head back down to Chamonix for lunch (included in the tour price). After lunch, board the charming red train cars of the scenic rack railway to Montenvers – a railway that has been moving passengers through the mountains since 1908. In Montenvers, you’ll enjoy fabulous views of the Mer de Glace. This magnificent glacier is 4 miles (7km) long and averages just under a mile wide. Surrounded by the impressive summits of Les Drus, Les Grandes Jorasses and Les Grands Charmoz, Montenvers is the perfect place to learn about the glacier and other features of the Alps.
Schedule Details
Day Trip to Chamonix Red Train to Montenvers
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8:30am
Duration:9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point
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Additional Information
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Cable car ride to summit of Aiguille du Midi
- Train ride to Montenvers
- Lunch (seven meal choices)
- Drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for child aged 2 and under
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please note that the official currency of France is the EURO. Swiss francs are unlikely to be accepted in Chamonix
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, as you will be travelling from Geneva (Switzerland) to Chamonix (France)
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