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As host of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, Chamonix will always have a place in the history books. Its main attractions are Mont-Blanc (Western Europe's tallest mountain) and the many ski areas that face the Chamonix Valley. Steep slopes and extreme weather conditions suit advanced skiers best, but there are also runs for beginners. Just make sure everyone in your party knows a green circle from a black diamond. Oh, and another note for the history books—Pierce Brosnan was here (filming a James Bond movie, The World Is Not Enough).
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1. Ski Vallée Blanche, Chamonix
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
December - mid May The world famous 18km journey with 2800m of vertical descent through some of the most stunning glaciated alpine scenery rarely disappoints! Start altitude (Aiguille du Midi): 3777m Finish Altitude (Chamonix): 1050m Vertical Descent: 2727m Length: 18Km Season: Usually January to April This magnificent ski journey can be done in a short day by confident black slope skiers. Thanks to the height gain (2742m) given by the Aiguille du Midi cable car. The descent of the Vallee Blanche is often the highlight of a ski trip to Chamonix!
Inclusions: Harness, Avalanche Beacon, Mountain guide Fee up to 6 skiers
Exclusions: Personal Cable car and Train ticket, Personal Skiing equipment, Personal insurance, Backpack to attach the skis
Reviewed By Elise B
We had a fantastic 2-day hike in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc area with our guide Ella. Always friendly and helpful! I learned a lot about the region, fauna and flora and the wildlife. Saw some amazing landscapes. Unforgettable experience, thank you!
2. Chamonix Sightseeing Tour from Geneva
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Chamonix, one of the most famous mountain villages at the foot of the remarkable and majestic Mont-Blanc, the highest peak of Europe (4807 m./15.771 ft). With your pre-ordered lift and train tickets, you will avoid the long queues thanks to our reserved gondola. Ride up the cable car and discover a spectacular panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley and the French, Swiss and Italian Alps at 3842m ! Enjoy the fine french cuisine for your lunch. Board the charming red cog railway up to Montenvers, you’ll enjoy fabulous views of Mer de Glace. This magnificent glacier is 4 miles (7km) long and averages just under a mile wide. Surrounded by the impressive summits of Les Drus, Les Grandes Jorasses and Les Grands Charmoz, The Montenvers site is a natural living witness of climate change of our era.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Cable car of Aiguille du midi or Brévent, Mountrain Train to the glacier, Magnificient view on the Alps mountain, Admire the longest glacier of France: La Mer de Glace, Local host, Round trip travel
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3. Chamonix Mont Blanc Trip from Geneva with optional extras (shared excursion)
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4.2 based on 47 reviews
Explore the stunning Alpine valley with daily summer excursions from Geneva to the famous Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. With door to door collection from your hotel in Geneva in executive vehicle. On this day trip you can chose between three tour options that consist of transport only, Full package (which includes attraction tickets) or All-inclusive package (to include tickets and lunch at a top Chamonix restaurant).
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip travel, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes Sprinter), Bottled water, Driver/Guide, Lunch (if option selected), Audio Commentary in 6 languages
Exclusions: Lunch is excluded if transport only or full package option is selected., Drinks are not included with the All Inclusive package and can be purchased separately, Entrance Tickets (unless Full Package or All Inclusive is selected)
Reviewed By K126OCnickh
Vasileios was very helpful and friendly. He speaks good English and even let us link to his phone to use WiFi. Highly recommended.
4. Chamonix and Mont Blanc Day Trip from Geneva
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4.2 based on 741 reviews
Cross the Switzerland-France border with an informative guide and marvel at the majesty of the European Alps on this Chamonix and Mont Blanc highest mountain in Europe day trip from Geneva. You'll drive through the Arve Valley to the pretty Alpine town of Chamonix. Ride the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi peak and enjoy breathtaking views over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take the scenic cog railway to Montenvers and see the spectacular Mer de Glace, widely considered the most famous glacier in France.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Cable car ride to summit of Aiguille du Midi (if option selected), Train ride to Montenvers (if option selected), Lunch (if option selected), Skip the line tickets, Guide if more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups
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Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp
People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.
5. Independent Chamonix and Mont Blanc Tour from Geneva
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4.0 based on 145 reviews
On this half-day or full-day independent tour from Geneva, cross the Switzerland-France border and visit one of the most famous villages in the French Alps, Chamonix, at the foot of towering Mont Blanc: highest mountain of Europe. Enjoy a scenic coach drive through the Arve Valley to the picturesque Alpine village of Chamonix, where you’re free to explore at your leisure. Ride up the cable car and discover a spectacular panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley and the French, Swiss and Italian Alps at 3842m ! Board the charming red cog railway up to Montenvers, you’ll enjoy fabulous views of Mer de Glace. This magnificent glacier is 4 miles (7km) long and averages just under a mile wide. Take a break and enjoy a lunch in the center of Chamonix 3 meals A local host will be in the village the whole day but you can spend and make your own plannind as you wish
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local host in Chamonix village, Aiguille du Midi cable car ride (if option selected), Mer de Glace train ride (if option selected), 3-course Lunch (only if option with lunch selected), Skip the line ticket, Magnificient views on the Alps mountains, Visit the charming village of the Chamonix Mont Blanc village
Exclusions: Guide
Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp
People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.
6. Chamonix and Mont Blanc Guided Day Trip from Geneva
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4.0 based on 4 reviews
Take a ride on a panoramic bus with a glass top in order to enjoy the wonderful view of the Alps mountains. Enjoy a cable car full of sensation and a mountain cogwheel to see the glacier. A once in a lifetime experience. The cable car will take you up 3842 meters, you have access to different terraces, you will just across the majestic Mont Blanc to snap a picture. For lunch, have free time and try a typical savoy speciality. Explore the stunning mountain resort before ridind the mountain train to the Ice of Sea: largest french glacier.
Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Coach round trip, Cable car ticket with skip the line, Mountain cogwheel train to the glacier, Magnificient views on the Alps, Bottled water, Visit the french mountain village of Chamonix
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp
People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.
7. Chamonix Mont Blanc Gold All inclusive Tour from Geneva
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3.0 based on 7 reviews
Discover the famous ski resort Chamonix Mont-Blanc at the foot the the majestic Mont-Blanc! A unique mountain experience! Follow the guide for an extraordinary journey in the French Alps. Explore the stunning alpine scenery of Chamonix, in the French Alps. During a 90 minutes’ drive, get impress with an amazing view on the white motorway, a valley surrounding by The Alps. Chamonix is a picturesque town and the most famous mountain resort in France; from everywhere in the city if you look at the sky …you will see It – The roof of Europe – The Majestic Mont-Blanc. Enjoy the bus ride to the third natural mountain spot most visited in the world. In the Gold tour, everything is included: the cable car, the lunch, and the glacier train Live two amazing experience by riding a cable car to the highest moutain of Europe and a cogwheel mountain train to the Sea of Ice!
Inclusions: Round trip by Coach with a Panoramic bus, Driver Guide, Picnic, Bottled water, Ascension ticket to the top of the cable car ( Aiguille du midi or Brévent), Ride on a cogwheel mountain train to the largest glacier of France, Acces to panoramic terraces with view over the Alps, Skip the line tickets
Exclusions: Tips
Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp
People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.
8. Chamonix Mont Blanc Private Tour from Geneva
Explore the most famous mountain village in the French Alps: Chamonix Mont Blanc on a private tour. Giving more chance to have a unique experience, more time on the places you wish, you will fell in love with the snow. Stroll around the city to take optional activities such as cable car or mountain train to the glacier.
Inclusions: Bus, Driver Guide, Cable car if option selected, Mountain train if option selected, Lunch if option selected, Hotel pick up and drop off, Bottled water, Skip the line tickets
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Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp
People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.
9. Mythical Aiguille du Midi - Half Day
Experience Mont Blanc offers the opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful places in Chamonix. It is not the Mont Blanc but the Aiguille du Midi, an iconic place that welcomes millions of tourists every year. In only 20 minutes and two cable car rides from the center of Chamonix, you’ll arrive at 3842 meters on top of some of the highest peaks in the Alps. There, enjoy jaw-dropping 360° views over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps, close enough you could almost touch them. Emotion and memories guaranteed ! For the daring, visit the recent and exhilarating attraction "Step into the Void"! A 5 sided glass box suspended 1000 meters above the peaks. Your enthusiastic mountain guide will teach you everything you’ll want to know about the glaciers and the peaks – aiguilles as they are called in French. | Activity not available during the annual site closure, from 2nd to 11th December, 2020. |
Inclusions: Cable Car round trip tickets, Private guide, Private experience, Happy memories
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Insurances
Reviewed By marinacarvajal
We went to Quentin's house (our guide's house) which is in the middle of the mountains and it was just amazing! We elaborated our own tartiflette and then ate it!! Such a gooooood experience! Thanks Quentin :D
10. Chamonix Gold private exclusive tour from Geneva
Cross the Switzerland-France border with an informative guide and marvel at the majesty of the European Alps on this Chamonix and Mont Blanc highest mountain in Europe day trip from Geneva. You'll drive through the Arve Valley to the pretty Alpine town of Chamonix. Ride the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi peak and enjoy breathtaking views over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take the scenic cog railway to Montenvers and see the spectacular Mer de Glace, widely considered the most famous glacier in France.
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Train ride to Montenvers , Cable car , Skip the line tickets, Discover the famous mountain village of Chamonix Mont Blanc, Professional guide (if option selected)
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Reviewed By Q6293INraquelp
People working there are nice but this doesnt mean (unfortunately) tours are good, organisation should be improved. Annecy was a beautiful place but you Can hardly hear the record they play during the tour with historic detaills and once in the city you are alone and free to explore on your own. I was supposed to go on a city tour as well which was cancelled and I got to know this once I was there ready to start... They found a place for me in a cheaper tour... Refunding me the difference and the driver forgot to pick me up to do the third part... Luckily I have a swiss phone so I could call the agency. Also would say they cant speak good English so it makes communication difficult.
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