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This self-guided or guided trek follows the Swiss portion of the classic Walkers Haute Route, which connects Chamonix to Zermatt. This trek is as classic a trek as you can get in the Alps.
The complete Haute Route connects the two most famous mountains in Europe: Chamonix and Zermatt. This route is a shortened version, and the starting point of this adventure is Martigny, Switzerland, just to the northeast of the Mont Blanc. Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and the birthplace of mountaineering. You will enjoy outstanding views of the area’s glaciers and rock spires.
Heading east, you will hike through breathtaking Swiss valleys and mountain passes towards Zermatt and the Matterhorn. The Matterhorn is known for its name – it gave it to several others around the globe – and for its shape. It is often said to be one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. You can see for yourself!
This self-guided hike in Switzerland can also be done as a guided tour, with most trekkers saying that completing the Haute Route was a highlight of their trekking in the Alps. The route combines excellent views of alpine peaks, glaciers, and valleys, comfortable and cozy accommodations, and tasty meals every day. It is a demanding trek, but the rewards easily outweigh the effort. Doing the Haute Route to Zermatt trek is an awesome way to spend your holiday!
Haute Route to Zermatt Highlights
This self-guided or guided trek follows the Swiss portion of the classic Walkers Haute Route, which connects Chamonix to Zermatt. This trek is as classic a trek as you can get in the Alps.
The complete Haute Route connects the two most famous mountains in Europe: Chamonix and Zermatt. This route is a shortened version, and the starting point of this adventure is Martigny, Switzerland, just to the northeast of the Mont Blanc. Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and the birthplace of mountaineering. You will enjoy outstanding views of the area’s glaciers and rock spires.
Heading east, you will hike through breathtaking Swiss valleys and mountain passes towards Zermatt and the Matterhorn. The Matterhorn is known for its name – it gave it to several others around the globe – and for its shape. It is often said to be one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. You can see for yourself!
This self-guided hike in Switzerland can also be done as a guided tour, with most trekkers saying that completing the Haute Route was a highlight of their trekking in the Alps. The route combines excellent views of alpine peaks, glaciers, and valleys, comfortable and cozy accommodations, and tasty meals every day. It is a demanding trek, but the rewards easily outweigh the effort. Doing the Haute Route to Zermatt trek is an awesome way to spend your holiday!
Trek the highlights of the famous haute route to Zermatt.
Discover Zermatt, one of the mountaineering capitals of Europe.
Enjoy great Swiss food and unique views of the Alps in cozy mountain accommodations.
End this self-guided trek with a perfect view of the mythical Matterhorn.
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This self-guided Haute Route to Zermatt trekking tour is always run as a private tour for your group only and the price depends on your group size.
The prices below are per person:
- Self-guided group of 2: $2,450USD per person
- Self-guided group of 3: $2,050USD per person
- Self-guided groups of 4-5: $1,850USD per person
- Self-guided groups of 6+: $1,650USD per person
Meals
6 breakfasts, 5 dinners. Lunches are your own responsibility and can be ordered in each refuge or village. You can also pay a supplement and include lunches.
Accommodations
The accommodation included is as described in the itinerary. 2 nights in dormitories, 2 nights in guesthouses and 2 nights in hotels.
Transportation during the Tour
Luggage transport is included in this tour, however you won't have access to your luggage the evening of Day 1 in La Louvie or Day 2 in Prafleuri, as cars cannot reach these huts. You will need to take a small daypack for any gear you'll need for these first few days.
The transfer between Arolla and Les Haudères is also included.
Also Included
- A roadbook for the route, as well as a map and booking vouchers for each group.
- Emergency hotline that is staffed 24/7 should you have any issues.
- Access to a mobile phone app that includes GPS guidance.
Not included
- This trip has some expenses for transport you will need to pay, specifically:
- Transfers by local bus: Swiss Postbuses Martigny-Fionnay (indicative price €20 EUR per person); Lake Moiry-Zinal (roughly €23 EUR per person)
- Cable car between Jungu and St. Niklaus (indicative price €12 EUR per person)
- Transfer by train St. Niklaus - Zermatt (indicative price €25 EUR per person)
- Transportation to the starting point of the trek in Martigny and from Zermatt, where the trek ends
- Cancellation insurance / interruption of stay / loss of luggage and assistance
- Lunches (grocery store, mini-markets, or refuges for your picnics)
- Evening meal of day 6 in Zermatt
- Any additional drinks and snacks
- Shower fees in mountain huts
Optional Extras
- Daily packed lunch (days 2-6)
Accommodation for Haute Route to Zermatt Highlights
This route has a variety of accommodations, including mountain huts, guest house and hotels. Mountain huts traditionally offer “dormitory” and aren’t reachable by car. Cabane de la Louvie (Day 1) has only a few double rooms available and Cabane de Prafleuri (Day 2) has none. In Grüben (Day 5), rooms are from 2 to 4 persons and you may have to share a room.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in hotels as a solo travelers. In mountain huts you will share a room. In some cases, there may be other solo travelers, and if desired we can try to match you with participants of the same sex.
How hard is this tour?
We rate this tour as a 4 / 5. You will spend around 6 hours a day (15 to 18 kilometers of distance) walking on the trail and will gain approximately 700 to 1,000 meters of elevation every day.
Do I need a Visa?
Check with your local country to find out more about visa requirements. You can also visit this website, although your government has the latest information.
Are meals included? How does it work?
6 breakfasts and 5 dinners are included. Please refer to the description of each day to know which days they are included. Typically, breakfasts are cold and dinners are hot. You will not run out of food as the hosts know you need fuel for this self-guided trek. Meals are prepared by the hosts. Lunches are not included in the tour. You can either buy a lunch pack at the huts or carry your own food. There are also sometimes huts or grocery stores along the way for you to buy food. Please plan accordingly to ensure you have enough food.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. You can get travel insurance here.
Are the tours in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English speaking.
Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at the train station in Martigny.
Where does the tour end?
The tour ends in Zermatt.
What equipment will I need?
You will need comfortable hiking clothes. You will also need shoes or boots in which you can hike comfortably for 6 to 8 hours every day. Bring a hat and sunglasses to protect from the sun and water to stay hydrated. You should also bring warm and waterproof layers as the weather can be cold and wet in the mountains even though you will be trekking in summer. You can also bring any additional equipment you think you may need, such as pharmacy items, a pocketknife, trekking poles, etc.
Are the trails easy to follow?
You should know how to use a map, a compass, or a GPS. The roadbook will also give you plenty of information. You can also ask your hosts for directions. The Chamonix to Zermatt trek is one of the most popular in the Alps. You should see plenty of signs and hikers.
How do I access Martigny and Zermatt?
Martigny has a train station and is therefore easily accessible from any surrounding city, and even from Paris. Genève and Lyon are other popular airports to which international tourists fly to trek in the Chamonix area. There are options to travel from Zermatt to Martigny. If you arrive by car, Martigny is easily accessible, but Zermatt is a pedestrian city.
Do I need vaccines?
Please check with your family doctor.
When should I book a trek on the Haute Route to Zermatt?
Trekking the Haute Route is popular, and early booking provides a much higher chance of finding a suitable accommodation on the dates you want. During booking, the itinerary may need to be changed to find accommodation.
What's the earliest I can hike the Haute Route to Zermatt?
Most hikers don't start the Haute Route until mid to late June. The reason is that there is the possibility of snow remaining on the trail, making this trip more challenging, and in some cases dangerous. In addition, many huts don't open until the middle or end of June.
Can I upgrade my accommodation?
This tour is largely staying in mountain huts. There are no other nearby hotels, so the mountain huts are the only option. For many people, staying in a mountain hut is a highlight of the trip, though mountain huts are not for everyone.