Chamonix, Aiguille du Midi & Mer de Glace Full-Day Trip

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Highlights

Marvel at the breathtaking Arve Valley on a scenic drive to Chamonix
Enjoy stunning panoramas of Mont-Blanc from the top of Aiguille du Midi
Take a ride on the most famous cable car in the world

Description

Feast your eyes on dramatic landscapes as you travel by coach through the scenic Arve Valley to Chamonix. Chamonix’s position at the foot of Europe’s highest peak, Mont-Blanc, makes it one of the most popular mountain villages in the area. On this full-day trip from Geneva, you’ll have access to Aiguille du Midi, a rocky 3,842-meter peak close to Mont Blanc. Take a ride up on the most famous cable car in the world, (please note this cable car is currently under maintenance, your tour will feature an alternative cable car or activity). This high mountain site, equipped for your comfort and safety, offers a 360-degree panorama taking in the majestic Mont-Blanc as well as the whole of its massif. In addition, you’ll also enjoy panoramic views of the Chamonix Valley and the major peaks of the French, Swiss, and Italian Alps. The Aiguille du Midi comprises the Piton Nord, the Piton Central with the Mont-Blanc gallery, and the Mont-Blanc terrace with its unforgettable view of Mont-Blanc. Take a charming little red train from Chamonix to the Montenvers site and the world famous Mer de Glace glacier. The Montenvers site is surrounded by the magnificent summits of les Drus, les Grandes Jorasses, and les Grands Charmoz. Learn about the largest French glacier and nature in the Alpine environment at exhibits here.

Includes

Transportation by bus
Ticket for Aiguille du Midi cable car
Ticket for the Mer De Glace train
Lunch

Important Information

Children under 4 years old are not allowed to take the cable car
Please note that you must have your passport to participate on this tour Please note: there is unplanned maintenance work on the Aiguille du Midi Cable car, the cable car will now remain closed until December 2018, the day trip will follow an amended itinerary. Instead of Aiguille du Midi, you will be taken to Plan de L'Aiguille (Middle stop of Aiguille du Midi) + cable car of Brevant, which takes you up to an impressive 2,525 meters with unbeatable views out across to Mont Blanc and the valley’s mountain range; or cable car Flégère/les Praz or cable car of Grand Montet. Your guide is also proposing to do sightseeing at Lac de Gaillands or Promenade in Argentière.