Departure from Annecy: a day in Chamonix, at the foot of Mont-Blanc

Haute-Savoie, Chamonix



At the foot of Mont Blanc, between the Aiguille du Midi and the Mer de Glace, navigate among the highest peaks in Europe.

Highlights

  • Go up to the Aiguille du Midi (3,842 m) with the world's highest cable car!
  • Ride the legendary cogwheel train to discover Mer and the Ice Cave
  • Enjoy some free time in Chamonix to explore as you please
  • Join a small-group guided visit of Chamonix with your guide
  • Small group (8 people) = personal attention from your live guide!

Description

Discover Chamonix with Ava Noutra. Your live guide will take you to the foot of Mont-Blanc, where you will immediately be captivated by its glaciers and immense ridges. The day begins with free time to explore the town at your leisure and do some shopping (rest assured, your live guide is never far away). Then comes mealtime: lunch at a restaurant where everything is homemade. You will be greeted by Mathieu, the owner, who comes from the north of France but fell in love with Chamonix. After lunch, you have several options: take the Montenvers train to explore the Mer de Glace, or climb to an altitude of 3,800 m to the Aiguille du Midi! You also have the option to spend the afternoon in Chamonix to enjoy its cafes, shops, and museums. At the end of the day, you will meet your live guide, who will take you back to Annecy.

Includes

Round-trip transportation Restaurant lunch (starter + main course OR main course + dessert; a glass of wine or a soft drink; coffee) Free time in Chamonix Tickets for the Aiguille du Midi (if option selected) Tickets for the Montenvers rack railway + Mer de Glace cable car + Access to the ice cave + Access to the Glaciorium (if option selected)

Excludes

Personal purchases

Important Information

  • The ascent to the Aiguille du Midi is not recommended for people suffering from severe vertigo or for young children (prohibited for children under 3 years old, not recommended for children under 5 years old). This activity is also not recommended for pregnant women, people with a severe cold, or those with heart problems.

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