Chamonix Mont-Blanc
- Chamonix Mont-Blanc tours
Chamonix Mont-Blanc & Mer de Glace & Aiguille du Midi
Overview
⌛Duration: 10 h
🔑KTG104
Ride the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi for breathtaking alpine views, then journey by train to the Mer de Glace to explore France’s largest glacier and its enchanting ice cave.
- Highlights:
- Round-trip by bus
- Professional Guide
- Free time to explore Chamonix
- Cogwheel mountain train to Montenvers
- Cable car to Aiguille du Midi
- Ice Cave (if open, not guaranteed)
- Mer de Glace
Included / Excluded
- Included:
- Round-trip by bus
- Professional guide
- Cable car to Aiguille du midi
- Mountain train to Mer de Glace
- Free time to explore in Chamonix
- Not included:
- Meal
Itinerary
*This itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions, traffic, potential accidents, or events.
10:15 - departure with the cable car to Aiguille du Midi
Enjoy free time exploring highlights: step into the Void, the Tube, the Vertical Space, and Mont Blanc Space.
12:00 – Departure from Aiguille du Midi
12:45 – Free time to explore Chamonix village and lunch
14:00 – Take the Montenvers Mountain Train to the Mer de Glace. Enjoy free time at the Mer de Glace. Visit the Glaciorium, Crystal Gallery, panoramic terrace, and the Ice Cave (if open).
16:00 - 17:00 – Free time for shopping in Chamonix
17:00 – Departure from Chamonix
18:30 – Arrival in Geneva
Price and Departure
Departure from Geneva:
*This price is granted only if you book this tour in advance.
Calendar
All year calendar (excluding maintenance days).
Detailed Description
In just 90 minutes, journey through the picturesque Arve Valley to reach Chamonix, the legendary alpine village nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Europe. Your adventure begins with a spectacular cable car ride to the Aiguille du Midi. At over 3,842 meters, take in breathtaking panoramic views of the French, Swiss, and Italian Alps. Stand is the “Step into the Void” glass skywalk, where you can stand on a glass platform with over 1,000 meters of empty space beneath you. At the summit, there is also an exhibition space that provides information about the history of the Aiguille du Midi, the cable car, and the mountaineering culture of the region .
Next, hop aboard the iconic red Montenvers train for an unforgettable trip to the Mer de Glace, France’s largest glacier. Explore the fascinating ice cave carved into the glacier and delve into the world of ice at the Glaciorium, an exhibition center dedicated to glaciers and climate change.
Finally, enjoy free time to wander through the charming village of Chamonix. Browse artisan shops, savor local specialties like fondue, or relax with a coffee while taking in the authentic mountain architecture. This excursion combines adventure, natural beauty, and culture for an unforgettable day in the heart of the Alps.
Additional Info
- All of our driver-guides speak a minimum of three languages, with English as their main language.
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Panoramic vehicleavailability cannot always be guaranteed.
- Important notes: the cable car or the train could not work due to bad weather - strong wind and or technical problems.
- If the cable car closes, there will be alternative offers, or partial refunds, but the transports won't be refunded in any case.
- Comfortable shoes, warm clothing, and sunglasses are recommended.
- Meeting point: Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- You will be crossing the Franco-Swiss border The Passport is indispensable. Visa whenever applicable.
- It is not allowed for children under 5 years old to ascend the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi.
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