Chamonix and Mont Blanc Day Trip from Geneva

Overview

Cross the Switzerland-France border with an informative guide and be astounded by the magnificence of the European Alps on this Chamonix and Mont Blanc highest mountain in Europe excursion from Geneva. You'll travel through the Arve Valley to the picturesque Alpine town of Chamonix. Ride the cable car up to the Aiguille du Midi peak and behold stunning vistas over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take a scenic cog railway to Montenvers and witness the remarkable Mer de Glace, esteemed as one of France's most renowned glaciers.

What’s included

• Vehicle with air-conditioning
• Cable car trip to the peak of Aiguille du Midi (if chosen)
• Train journey to Montenvers (if preferred, caves included but access cannot be guaranteed))
• Pre-booked tickets avoiding queues
• Guided tour if over 10 people or driver-guide for small groups
• Entry/Admission - Aiguille du Midi
• Entry/Admission - Montenvers - Mer de Glace Train

What’s Exclude

• Lunch

What To Expect

Additional Information

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for children aged 2 and under
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Please dress appropriately for a day in the mountains; even if it is warm and sunny in Geneva, it can be cold and wet in Chamonix or at the top of the Aiguille du Midi and on the Mer de Glace
• The operation of the Aiguille du Midi cable car and Mer de Glace train are both subject to local weather conditions on the day, we cannot found out before we arrive in Chamonix, it's a risk to take
• Please note there is unplanned maintenance on the Aiguille du midi cable car at the moment, an alternative cable car will be offered with a similar view
• If one of the activity closes, there will be alternative offers, or partial refunds, but the transports won't be refunded in any case
• Please note that the official currency of France is the EURO. Swiss francs are unlikely to be accepted in Chamonix
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, as you will be travelling from Geneva (Switzerland) to Chamonix (France)
• Please note: guide will be present with you on the bus and the village. You will have free time in the cable car or train and the guide will meet you after.
• Stroller accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infant seats available
• Please note that if you take the Aiguille du Midi and Mer de Glace options, you will be provided with a multipass. Multipass which gives access to all the facilities of the Mont Blanc company. If you use this Multipass for a single activity, it will be considered by the Compagnie du Mont-Blanc as used and cannot be refunded if the other activities are closed. The Mont Blanc company offers alternative activities but does not authorize refunds of the multipass.
• The train ticket includes the ice caves but the opening is never garanteed and depends on the day , we cannot know before if it will be open. If the train is open and not the cave, there is no refund
• Most travelers can participate
• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• Guides required to regularly wash hands
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Voucher Requirements

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Departure Time

08:30 AM

Departure Point

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland

Return Details

Returns to original departure point