Ski mountaineering week on Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa, 8-day Itinerary from Chamonix
Join Maksim, an IFMGA-certified mountain guide, for this spectacular 8-day ski mountaineering expedition up the two highest summits in the Alps. Climb Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa before racing back down each one, in what is likely to be, the ride of a lifetime.
Alps
8 Days
Apr
High
Advanced
Highlights
- Climb to the top of two of the Alps' most iconic summits.
- Ski from the summits of Monte Rosa and Mont Blanc, along with a few others.
- Enjoy the stunning alpine scenery of France and Switzerland.
Description
Towering up to 4,808 and 4,634 meters in elevation, respectively, Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa are the two tallest mountains in the Alps and when combined make for the ski mountaineering adventure of a lifetime!
After meeting up in the picturesque resort town of Chamonix, the adventure begins. After a quick introduction, we will head right out into the Valle Blanche or another nearby couloir on Aiguille du Midi in order to get in some warm up runs.
This will get the blood pumping and whet your appetite for what is to come.
We'll spend the next three days climbing up this imposing peak, enjoying phenomenal views en route to the summit before making the descent of a lifetime down its steep and pristine slopes.
After returning to Chamonix, we will get some rest and transfer to Zermatt in order to prepare for act two: Monte Rosa.
We'll warm up once again by skiing on Breithorn or Pollux, before skinning up Monte Rosa. From the summit, we'll take in some of the best views of the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc around.
The descent back down will be utterly phenomenal as we race down some of the best powder in all of Switzerland, and Europe!
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this unforgettable 8-day ski mountaineering expedition to the summits of Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Permit and entrance fees
- Mountain guide expenses
- Avalanche equipment
Price details
- Please note the accommodations and meals included in this price are only when we're on the mountain NOT in town.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
We will meet in Chamonix and do a bit of skiing in the Valle Blanche or another steep and local couloir.
Day 2 to 4: Mont Blanc
We will begin our approach to Mont Blanc and stay in the Grands Mulets hut. The following day we will summit the peak before returning to the hut. The next day, we return to Chamonix.
Day 5: Travel to Zermatt
We will relax and head to Zermatt for our ascent of Monte Rosa.
Day 6 to 8: Monte Rosa
We will travel via cable car from Zermatt to Pollux or the Breithorn and do a bit of skiing before heading to the Monte Rosa hut. The following day, we will ascend to the summit of Monte Rosa before returning to the hut. On the final day, we will ski back to Zermatt for a celebratory dinner before we say goodbye.
Details
More info
Please contact us for a complete equipment list.
Meeting point
Equipment you will need to bring
Water bottle
Backpack
Ski equipment
Sunglasses
Climbing skins
About the guide
Maksim
5.0
(3)
Mountain Guide
Mountains are an important part of my life. All my interests in life are somehow connected with mountains. I have been working with people in the mountains since 2013. From the very beginning as a mountaineering and downhill skiing instructor, and since 2020 as a licensed mountain guide. I work on mountaineering, freeride and ski tourism programs. I live in Chamonix, and I work in different mountain regions, depending on the season.
Languages
Russian | English
Certificates
IFMGA
What people are saying about Maksim
iain
My name is Iain Court and I am currently residing in Singapore where sadly there is a real lack of mountains or alpine climbing opportunities. Having spent the last 15 years focused on my family I was looking for an opportunity to get off the beaten path and do some alpine climbing. Being a novice and not having done anything like this for so long, my friend and I engaged Maksim as our guide for 2 weeks in Ala Archa, Kyrgzstan in August 2023. We left it up to Maksim to assess our skill level and capabilities and then tailor us a program for the 2 weeks. Maksim nailed it - he was able to very quickly assess our fitness, endurance and skills and adjust the difficulty accordingly. We had an incredible 2 weeks of rock climbing - trad & sport, alpine climbing, ice climbing and did 6 very memorable technical peaks. Maksim pitched it perfectly so that we were learning and developing in a safe and fun way but also still able to push ourselves under his supervision. Maksim is also a great guy and a lot of fun. We had many evenings in our mountain hut sharing stories over dinner and a couple of drinks. I will stay in touch with Maksim and I plan on doing another trip - potentially also with my kids in the future. I would highly recommend Maksim as a mountain guide.
Daniel
I spent 10 days in the Ala Archa Mountains in Kyrgyzstan with Maksim, to summarise, it was incredible. Maksim is a very professional guide, he tailored the trip to my wants and needs, and made sure I got everything I wanted from the trip. I felt very safe climbing with Maksim and we did some amazing summits together. Would highly recommend doing this trip if you’re looking at it! Thanks again Maksim
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