Mountaineering in the Alps
Mont Blanc Glacier Tour Experience
210€ A first approach to mountaineering and high altitude environments with a guided tour on the Mont Blanc glacier, suitable for all hikers.
GROUP TOURS
210 euro per person
With 5 participants
PRIVATE TOUR
Possible every day
The Mont Blanc glacier excursion with Alpine Guides can be organized both for individuals or private groups.
Contact us for further details and a tailor-made price.
DURATION
1 day (3-4 hours)
On request, it is possible to either extend or shorten the Mont Blanc glacier excursion program.
Check out our other mountaineering excursions and tours in the Alps of Aosta Valley!
LEVEL
Suitable for hikers (also beginners) in good shape without any cardio-respiratory disease. The itineraries will be chosen according to the level and experience of the participants and on the weather conditions.
Looking for a more challenging experience? Check out the Mont Blanc glacier traverse!
WHERE
Mont Blanc, starting from Courmayeur (Aosta Valley Alps).
RECOMMENDED PERIOD
All year round, according to the weather and environmental conditions.
TOUR TYPE
Day excursion on glacier with an Alpine Guide, mountaineering equipment rental and Skyway cable car tickets.
HIGHLIGHTS
- A first approach to mountaineering and high-altitude environments, a one-day trekking experience suitable for all hikers (also beginners) on the Mont Blanc glacier: the perfect place to learn how to walk on a glacier with crampons in a roped party.
- Reach the Mont Blanc glacier with the scenic Skyway cable car from Courmayeur, with breathtaking views over the Alps of Aosta Valley.
- Amazing landscapes: walk through the spectacular seracs, crevasses and granite spires of the Mont Blanc glacier with our expert Alpine Guides.
- The Mont Blanc glacier hiking tour must be done with mountaineering boots, using snowshoes or crampons, according to the snow conditions and the current season.
- On request, customize the Mont Blanc glacier mountaineering experience program combining other outdoor activities and tours.
PROGRAM - MONT BLANC GLACIER EXCURSION
Meeting at 9am with the mountain guide at the Courmayeur cable car station. Ascent to Punta Helbronner / Torino mountain hut with the Skyway cable car.
Start of the excursion on the Giant glacier. Approximately 3-4 hours in total.
Return to the Torino Hut, where it is possible to end the excursion with a panoramic snack, and descent to Courmayeur with the cable cars. End of the excursion.
If you're looking a longer and more demanding excursion, check out the Mont Blanc glacier traverse.
TAILOR-MADE EXPERIENCE
The program can be customized according to your needs and ideas. Contact us to receive a tailor-made price and itinerary!
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- 1 day of mountaineering with a certified English speaking Alpine Guide (other languages possible on request)
- Skyway cable car tickets, round trip Courmayeur - Mont Blanc, Punta Helbronner
- Mountaineering equipment rental (harness, crampons or snowshoes, walking sticks) - personal equipment not included, please read our advice and recommendations
- Shared mountaineering equipment: rope and other safety gear
EXTRAS ON REQUEST
- Transfer to/from the tour starting/ending point
- Extra overnight stays
- Extra mountaineering days
- Other outdoor activities in Aosta Valley
Prices on request
