the haute route
On this trip, you’ll trek from Chamonix to Zermatt, from Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn. It’s an absolutely spectacular walk full of scenic wonders from start to finish. In two weeks of travel (for the full Haute Route), you’ll witness to the greatest scenery in all the Alps and visit some of the most beautiful valleys full of charming villages, alpine hamlets and interesting history.
You’ll hike through flower-filled meadows, up and over high mountain passes and along dramatic ridges. You’ll cross crystal-clear rivers, skirt blue glacial tarns and walk beside massive glaciers suspended from high rocky terrain. You’ll see marmots and ibex and meet friendly hikers along the way.
The Haute Route is more challenging than the Tour du Mont Blanc since it covers more distance, crosses more passes and has more elevation gain and loss.
“Our adventure hiking the Haute Route (our honeymoon!) was absolutely epic!! It’s hard to describe what a spectacular, life enhancing experience it was. Having our itinerary set, accommodations booked, and all the safety details and extra info we might need was a total game changer and basically created the most stress free experience we could have hoped for. Not to mention all of the lovely details in between :) I can’t sing enough praise for the Pathways team!”
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Complete this famous trek from Chamonix to Zermatt, two of the greatest mountaineering hubs in the world
Cross historic passes with awe-inspiring vistas that include high glaciers, verdant valleys, waterfalls, wildlife and views of the highest peaks in the Alps
Stay in quaint, charming mountain huts and welcoming alpine villages along the way
Meet other hikers from around the world and gather around the dinner table each night to share dinner & wine and tales from your day
Enjoy a customized itinerary tailored to your preferred activity level, budget, accommodation preferences, interests & schedule
When to go: end of June - mid-September
Start/End Airport: Geneva
Minimum recommended length: 15 days / 14 nights for the complete trek (options to shorten)
Average Mileage: 5.5 - 11 miles/day (options to shorten or lengthen)
Pre- or post-trip ideas: Geneva, Chamonix, Zermatt
how it works
All of our itineraries are handcrafted and completely customizable to your preferred travel dates, budget, accommodation preferences and activity level.
From the initial proposal, we’ll work with you to refine your itinerary until it’s just right. On your trip, we'll provide you with everything you need to enjoy a local, authentic Pathways experience and the liberty to explore at your own pace.
To request a personalized proposal, please complete the form below
and we’ll contact you to chat about next steps.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Where you stay on your Pathways trip will enhance your experience. For most nights on this trip, you’ll sleep in remote, comfortable mountain lodges in the Alps.
For the final two nights, you’ll sleep in family-run boutique hotels that allow you to even more deeply connect with the local culture and atmosphere of the place you’re visiting.
Some of our favorite accommodations:
Hermitage Paccard in Chamonix
Matterhorn Lodge in Zermatt
Cabane du Mont Fort in the Alps
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