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Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2

Experience Switzerland on the Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour

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About this tour:

6 days

Jul-Aug

Trekking

Guided, Private

Inns, Refuges

Hard (4/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners are included in the guided tour. Self-guided tour includes 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners in accommodations along the route.

Transfers

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

Route Resources

Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2

This tour is based in refuges and inns. Please note that in some cases you can upgrade to double rooms with an extra supplement (please contact us for the pricing).

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Single Rooms are not available on this tour, as some nights take place in mountain huts, gites and/or inns, and you will be sharing rooms/dormitories.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1

Inn near Lac de Moiry

The first night of the tour will be spent in a charming inn that can be found near Lac de Moiry.

Night 2-3

Refuges Along the Alps

Enjoy beautifully scenic views looking out onto the rugged terrain of the Alps from mountain refuges in remote locations.

Night 4

Inn in Randa

A cozy inn in Randa surrounded by beautiful alpine scenery will be your accommodation for day 4 of the tour.

Night 5

Refuge near Zermatt

The final night of the tour will be spent in another mountain refuge surrounded by the beautiful mountain scenery near Zermatt.

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Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2 Tour Details

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Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2 Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival in the Arolla Valley

Overnight Location - Inn near Lac de Moiry | Distance - 6h, 1250m elevation gain | Meals - Lunch, dinner

Make your way to the hamlet of Villa in the Arolla Valley, where you will meet at 9am for a departure briefing and to load your personal belongings, which will follow you during your trip.

Afterward, you will ease into your hiking adventure on a route towards the Col Torrent at 2,916 m (9,570 ft). Here you will enjoy a magnificent view over the Pennine Alps from the col, before embarking on the descent to the Lac de Moiry via the Lac des Autannes.

Day 2

Day 2: Trek from Lac de Moiry to the Turtmannhütte

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 8h, 1700m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

After an early morning transfer to the Zinal valley, you will set off to climb up to the Col de la Forcletta at 2,874 m (9,430 ft). This marks the passage into the Turtmann valley, which is undoubtedly the most unspoilt valley in the canton of Valais!

You will then descend through alpine meadows, before making a final ascent to the Turtmannhütte refuge, where you will be surrounded by wonderful mountain views.

Day 3

Day 3: Traverse the 3,343m Schöllijoch Pass

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 6h, 900m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Today you will set off for an ascent of the highest pass on this trek between Chamonix and Zermatt: Schöllijoch Pass. At an elevation of 3,343 m (10,970 ft), the pass is situated in a rocky setting at the gateway to the high mountains. If weather conditions permit, you may have the chance to climb the Barrhorn (3,610 m / 11,845 ft) from here. After traversing the pass, you head into the Zermatt Valley to reach the Topalihütte refuge.

Day 4

Day 4: Trek to Randa

Overnight Location - Inn in Randa | Distance - 6h, 600m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 of the tour will see you cross the serene valley landscape beneath the Bishorn and Weisshorn peaks, which tower above you at over 4,000 m (13,125 ft). Afterwards, you will descend into Randa where you will spend the night.

Day 5

Day 5: Climb up to the Täschhütte Refuge

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 7h, 1600m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast, you will cross the valley to reach a magnificent traverse that offers fabulous panoramic views of the many peaks over 4,000 m (13,125 ft) in the area. From here, you will embark on a climb up to the Täschhütte refuge, where you will spend one last night in a spectacular mountain setting.

Day 6

Day 6: Trek to Zermatt and Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - 5h, 500m elevation gain | Meals - Breakfast, lunch

On the last day of your magnificent mountain adventure, you will retrace your steps to the Europaweghütte. From here, you will set out on the path to Zermatt along a route that takes you through a picturesque setting surrounded by the peaks over 4,000 m (13,125 ft) in the area. You will arrive in Zermatt on foot in the early afternoon to enjoy the surroundings, before making your individual departure from the town.

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FAQ for Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2

How hard is the Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2?

We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 4 / 5. You will hike 5-6 hours a day, with lots of uphill and downhill. The path might be easy, but you’ll still move your body every day!

Do I need a visa to travel to Switzerland?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2?

5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners are included in the guided tour. Self-guided tour includes 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners in accommodations along the route.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover trekking. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Villa to start this tour?

Fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA). From there, you can take a combination of trains and buses to the starting point of the tour in the hamlet of Villa, Switzerland.

Is the Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2 in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

Where does the Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2 end?

The Chamonix to Zermatt Trekking Tour: Stage 2 ends in Zermatt, Switzerland. From there, you can take the train to Geneva, where you can depart from Geneva International Airport (GVA). You can also pre-arrange a transfer back to the starting point of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Switzerland?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Switzerland?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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