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Discovery hike Chamonix Valley, easy level
Duration:
6 days
Price from: 1 395€
Fitness:
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Physical Level 1: For individuals who engage in occasional physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 250m or distance up to 5km.
Physical Level 2: For individuals who engage in regular physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 500m or distance up to 10km.
Physical Level 3: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1000m or distance up to 20km or multi-day routes with carrying personal belongings for the day.
Physical Level 4: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1400m or distance up to 25km or multi-day routes with carrying personal belongings for the duration of the trek.
Physical Level 5: For individuals who engage in intensive endurance activities, positive elevation gain exceeding 1400m or distance exceeding 25km.
Technique:
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Technical Level 1: For walkers, capable of navigating wide mountain trails suitable for vehicles.
Technical Level 2: For occasional hikers, capable of navigating non-technical mountain trails.
Technical Level 3: For regular hikers, capable of navigating slightly uneven mountain trails with roots or rocks.
Technical Level 4: For experienced hikers, capable of navigating rugged mountain trails with boulders, large steps, or exposed sections.
Technical Level 5: For seasoned hikers, capable of navigating off-trail routes or mountain trails with equipped sections, such as cables or ladders.
Comfort :
Niveau 1. Le confort de votre séjour est minimaliste. Vous dormez sous tente et portez vos affaires personnelles tout au long du séjour.
Niveau 2. Le confort de votre séjour est limité. Vous dormez principalement en refuge ou en auberge, dans des dortoirs, et portez vos affaires personnelles tout au long du séjour.
Niveau 3. Le confort de votre séjour est intermédiaire. Vous dormez principalement en refuge, en auberge ou en hôtel, en dortoirs. Une assistance est prévue pour le transport de vos affaires personnelles, lorsque cela est possible.
Niveau 4. Le confort de votre séjour est élevé. Vous dormez principalement en hôtel, en chambre. Une assistance est prévue pour le transport de vos affaires personnelles, lorsque cela est possible.
Niveau 5. Le confort de votre séjour est très élevé. Vous dormez principalement dans des hôtels 3 ou 4 étoiles en chambre. Une assistance est prévue pour le transport de vos affaires personnelles, lorsque cela est possible.
General information
Do you want to test your ability with a full week of hiking or simply enjoy the most beautiful landscapes of the Chamonix Valley on easy hikes? This trip is for you. We begin with three days of daily hikes from our hotel in Chamonix, our base camp for this adventure. Well-prepared, we then set off for two days of trekking at the foot of the Aravis mountain range, spending a night in a comfortable mountain refuge before concluding our trip with a spectacular visit to the Aiguille du Midi and the unmissable hike along the Grand Balcon Nord. Our stay will also include a visit to a local farm with a tasting of regional cheeses.
Group booking
The group option brings together several people who may not know each other. For a given program, it allows you to take advantage of an attractive rate on fixed dates. This option is ideal for those seeking the conviviality of a group.
Dates: See the group booking module below.
2026 Price: €1400 per person - based on a minimum of 5 participants
This price includes:
- Organization of the trip
- Guiding by a mountain leader
- 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in the Chamonix Valley and one night in a mountain refuge in a private room. For the refuge night, bathroom facilities may be shared. For individuals registering alone, we cannot guarantee a room share with a person of the same sex.
- Meals: picnics, dinner, and breakfast for the duration of the stay (from picnic day 1 to picnic day 6)
- Ski lifts and transfers included in the itinerary
- Transfers during the hike
This price does not include:
- Transportation to the starting point of the hike
- Nights before and after the hike
- Personal expenses: souvenirs, drinks, etc.
- Ski lifts or taxi transfers in case of personal inability to complete the planned stage
- Mandatory repatriation insurance. Cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. (Repatriation and cancellation insurance can be purchased at the same time as your trip registration for residents of the following countries: Germany, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Spain, Finland, Metropolitan France, Gibraltar, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Principality of Monaco, Norway, Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, San Marino, Sweden, and Switzerland. Non-refundable in case of cancellation.)
- Processing fees
- Anything not mentioned under "This price includes"
Private booking
Want to go hiking with family or friends? Want the freedom to choose your departure dates*, enjoy a tailor-made itinerary adapted to your desires, and benefit from guidance specifically suited to your level? Choose the private package!
This is the traditional relationship between a guide and their clients. It allows you to be alone or in a group with your guide, who will respond to your specific needs. The ideal package for realizing your plans, as it guarantees maximum comfort.
Discounted rates based on the number of participants.
*Subject to availability of accommodation.
Contact us for a quote.
Further information
In this section, find all the information about this activity. To prepare your trip effectively, refer to the guides’ tips. They share their expertise and recommendations, ensuring you have a great experience
Meeting point: Departure at 9:00 AM from the Compagnie des Guides office, 190 Place de l'Église, 74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Level: 2/5 - For athletes who regularly engage in physical activity, with an elevation gain of up to 500m or a distance of up to 10km. For occasional hikers capable of navigating slightly rugged mountain trails.
Itinerary: This itinerary is provided as a guide and may be modified depending on accommodation availability, the participants' fitness level, and mountain conditions. Distances and elevation gains may differ from those indicated depending on the route taken. If one of the planned accommodations is unavailable, we reserve the right to choose alternative accommodation of equivalent comfort in the same geographical area.
Guiding: The group consists of a maximum of 5 to 8 people, accompanied by a mountain guide. A small group size ensures personalized guidance and a truly convivial atmosphere. Registration is possible from age 10. All minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Accommodation:
- During the trip: 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in the Chamonix Valley and one night in a mountain refuge in a private room. For the night in the refuge, bathroom facilities may be shared. For those registering alone, we cannot guarantee a room share with a person of the same sex.
- Before and after: benefit from preferential rates with our hotel partners in Chamonix.
Luggage: On days 4 and 5, you will carry your belongings for the two days of hiking. With the guides' advice, learn how to optimize the weight of your pack by taking only the essentials for two days in the mountains.
Formalities:
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance is mandatory. Cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. You can purchase both insurances at the time of registration.
- Photo ID required
Organization: An information meeting with your guide is offered the day before departure at 6:00 PM in our company's reception area. We strongly recommend that you attend, as this meeting provides an opportunity to finalize your preparations.
Documents available for download
- Information sheet
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Equipment
Weight is the hiker's enemy; pay particular attention to your equipment choices, as they greatly contribute to the success of your trip.
Your Equipment
- A 30L backpack
- A pair of hiking boots
- A pair of trekking poles
- A hat or cap
- A beanie
- Category 3 sunglasses
- Breathable long- and short-sleeved T-shirts
- A lightweight fleece jacket
- A warm down jacket
- A waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex type)
- A rain poncho
- Hiking pants
- Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex type)
- Shorts
- A pair of gloves
- Hiking socks
- A 2L water bottle (minimum)
- A pocket knife and a spork
- A flashlight or headlamp
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- A sleeping bag liner
- Toiletries, towel, earplugs, and toilet paper
- A small personal first-aid kit: Compeed-type blister plasters, medications for common ailments: diarrhea, constipation, sore throat, headache, pain, allergies
- Spare part ID, money for your personal expenses
- A pair of flip-flops or sandals for the shelters
- A change of clothes as you see fit
Our Rental Partners : You can rent your equipment with our rental shops partners and benefit from special price Millet (excluding crampons, ice axes and helmet), Sanglard Sports, Ravanel & Co & Concept Pro Shop
Our Equipment Partners : Millet, Dynastar, Julbo, Grivel & Monnet
Itinerary
Day 1
Chailloux Alpine Pasture (Aiguillette des Houches)
We begin our hike at the hamlet of La Flatière and start the ascent to the Chailloux alpine pasture. From up there, Mont Blanc seems within reach. It's possible to continue the climb to the Aiguillette des Houches (2286m). From the summit, a 360° panorama unfolds before us.
Distance: 3.7miles to 5.6 miles / Elevation gain: 1912ft to 3280ft / Elevation loss: 1912ft to 3280ft
Day 2
Aiguillette des Posettes
We head to the hamlet of Le Tour to begin our hike. The ascent starts in the forest. Gradually, we reach the alpine pastures, and the view opens up to the surrounding peaks. At the summit, we enjoy breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif, the Tour Glacier, the Buet, and the Perrons.
Distance: approximately 4.4 miles / Elevation gain: approximately 2362ft / Elevation loss: approximately 2362ft
Day 3
Ayères loop from Servoz
Head to the village of Servoz to begin exploring the Ayères Loop. The steep but steady climb takes us through the hamlets of Servoz. We then leave the inhabited areas to cut through the forest and reach the alpine pastures dominated by the impressive cliffs of the Fiz. We will discover the history of mountain pastoral life through the high-altitude hamlets of Ayères. As we begin the descent, the Mont Blanc massif unfolds majestically before us. We then discover the Lac Vert nestled in its natural setting before crossing the old village of Servoz to return to our starting point.
Distance: approximately 6.8 miles / Elevation gain: approximately 2919ft / Elevation loss: approximately 2919ft
Day 4
Refuge du Tornieux
It's time to take on this week's challenge: a two-day multi-day hike with an overnight stay in a mountain refuge. Follow your guide's advice to pack your bag and set off with only the essentials. The hike begins in Les Planes, above Sallanches. The trail leads us to the Doran alpine pasture at the foot of the Aravis mountain range. We walk into the valley overlooked by cliffs and then continue the ascent towards the Arête des Saix ridge. We admire the panoramic view of Mont Blanc before descending to the Tornieux Refuge where we will spend the night.
Distance: approximately 4 miles / Elevation gain: approximately 2657ft / Elevation loss: approximately 1515ft
Day 5
Refuge du Tornieux - Pierre fendue - Sallanches and Farm Visit with Cheese Tasting
We leave our bags at the refuge and take advantage of the morning to hike to the Cascade des Fours waterfall and the striking Pierre Fendue. We return to the refuge to collect our belongings before heading back to the starting point of our hike. We spend the late afternoon visiting a farm and tasting local cheeses. We end the day by returning to our hotel in Chamonix.
Distance: approximately 6.1 miles / Elevation gain: approximately 1627ft / Elevation loss: approximately 2568ft
Day 6
Chamonix - Mer de Glace - Aiguille du Midi
Our trip concludes with one of the most spectacular hikes in the valley. Departing from Chamonix, we will take the famous Montenvers cog railway, which overlooks the Mer de Glace glacier. We'll begin our hike with the magnificent traverse of the north "balcony" to the Plan de l'Aiguille. The cable car will take us to the 12604ft summit of the Aiguille du Midi. After our visit, we'll descend back to Chamonix by cable car.
Distance: approximately 3.5 miles / Elevation gain: approximately 1715ft / Elevation loss: approximately 459ft
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CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 96 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
CO2 emitted per person for the activity: 96 kg. Learn out more about the footprint calculation of this activity
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