Hike to the Aiguille du Midi and Mer de Glace, Chamonix

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3 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 6 years-old and up
From€240€216
-10%

From Chamonix, reach the summit of the Aiguille du Midi, hike on a balcony and explore the largest glacier in the French Alps, the Mer de Glace!

From Chamonix, reach the summit of the Aiguille du Midi, hike on a balcony in an idyllic setting and explore the largest glacier in the French Alps, the Mer de Glace!

Throughout this guided tour, you'll discover marvellous views and unique places to make your stay in Chamonix more than unforgettable!

When you arrive at the meeting point, you'll meet your guide who will accompany you on this outing to the Aiguille du Midi. Alongside your guide, you'll take the cable car up to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi at 3842m. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains and peaks, including the spectacular Mont Blanc! You'll be amazed by the 360° panorama of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps...

Immerse yourself in this fascinating environment, listening carefully to the comments and anecdotes of your enthusiastic guide, who will be delighted to share his knowledge of the region with you... Immersed in nature, you'll discover the local flora and fauna in a dream setting!

During this excursion to the Aiguille du Midi, you'll walk in the footsteps of mountaineers and explorers until you reach the Mer de Glace. Your expert mountain guide will take you up to the Plan de l'Aiguille for almost 2 hours before you reach the legendary Mer de Glace. As you hike along the foot of majestic peaks such as the Grandes Jorasses and the Aiguille Verte, you'll take in the breathtaking beauty of the surroundings. From Chamonix, let yourself be charmed by the splendour of the Alps...

During your guided tour of the Aiguille du Midi, balcony hike and Mer de Glace, your guide will prepare a special Savoyard picnic for you! You'll love this well-deserved lunch break with regional produce amidst the Alpine peaks! Regain your strength before setting off again towards the Mer de Glace. Enjoy the instructive stories told by your qualified guide, and above all, the exceptional view of the largest glacier in the French Alps! Marvel at the crystal gallery, admiring the colours that will leave you speechless...

Your discovery of the Aiguille du Midi, balcony hike and Mer de Glace ends with the ride on the Montenvers cogwheel train, which will take you back down to the centre of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Finally, you'll say hello to your guide and leave with a head full of memories.

Book your discovery of the Aiguille du Midi, balcony hike and Mer de Glace from Chamonix now!

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From€240€216
-10%

Practical information

Guided tour of the Aiguille du Midi, balcony hike and Mer de Glace from Chamonix. Savoyard picnic with regional produce and visit to the crystal gallery at the Mer de Glace.

Course of events

- Arrive at the meeting point and meet the guide

- Cable car to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi

- Panoramic view of the surrounding peaks

- Balcony walk to Plan de l'Aiguille

- Savoyard picnic with local produce

- Walk to the Mer de Glace

- Discover the crystal gallery

- Montenvers rack railway

- Return to the centre of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and end of the activity

Meeting point:
100 Place de l'Aiguille du Midi 74400 Chamonix
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Cable car ticket
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Adapted shoes
  • Backpack
  • Bottle of water
  • Sunglasses

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