Guided hike from the Mer de Glace, Chamonix

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3 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 4 years-old and up
From€120€108
-10%

Enjoy a private half-day visit to the Mer de Glace in Chamonix!

Enjoy a private half-day visit to the Mer de Glace in Chamonix!

Discover magnificent views of the surrounding peaks and discover a magnificent valley glacier to explore!

When you arrive at the meeting point, you'll meet Alban, your guide for this half-day discovery tour of the Mer de Glace. You'll take the Montenvers cogwheel train and climb to almost 2000m! Your half-day guided tour of the Mer de Glace can then begin.

At 11km long, the Mer de Glace is the ideal place for a winter exploration in an idyllic mountain setting. From Chamonix, immerse yourself in the captivating stories of real-life mountaineers and discover their world!

You'll discover the magnificent scenery surrounding the Mer de Glace, including the famous peaks of Les Drus and Les Grandes Jorasses, but you'll also enjoy breathtaking views over the Chamonix valley!

Your expert mountain guide will be delighted to share his knowledge and passion for the region, and in particular for the Mer de Glace. Discover its history, from its creation to its evolution over time, and learn more about its every secret...

Walk to the crystal galleries, open your eyes wide and look for these sparkling treasures hidden away in the shelter of the mountains... Your visit continues, depending on opening conditions, to the Grotte de Glace, where you'll be amazed by the bluish hues and impressive formations of sculpted ice!

Don't miss this guided tour of the Mer de Glace and make your stay in Chamonix unforgettable!

Book your activity

From€120€108
-10%

Practical information

Private guided tour of the Mer de Glace. Ride on the Montenvers rack railway. Explore the crystal galleries and, weather permitting, the Grotte de Glace.

Course of events

- Arrive at the meeting point and meet the guide

- Ride on the cogwheel train

- Exploration of the Sea of Ice, a crystal gallery and the Ice Grotto (weather permitting)

- Return to the starting point and end of the activity

Meeting point:
Gare du train du Montenvers, 74400 Chamonix
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Train ticket
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm and comfortable clothing
  • Adapted shoes
  • Gloves
  • Hat
  • Backpack
  • Water

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