Chamonix and Mont-Blanc Independent Day Trip from Geneva

3.9 (229 reviews) Geneva, Switzerland
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Duration6h - 10h
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

On this 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.

Spend the time in the village or pick different options such as the cable car and the mountain train

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.

Options

Cable Car and Train

(KTG124) - Cable Car & Train : Round-trip coach transport from Geneva, including Aiguille du Midi cable car ride and Mer de Glace train ride. Trip lasts 10 hours.

Trip Only

Duration: 6 hours: The trip can last 6 hours
(KTG121) - Trip Only: Round-trip coach transport from Geneva, with free time in Chamonix. Trip has flexible hours and depends on availibility.

Cable Car

(KTG122) - Trip with Cable Car: Round-trip coach transport from Geneva, including Aiguille du Midi cable car ride. Trip lasts 6 hours.

What's included

  • Magnificient views on the Alps mountains
  • Skip the line ticket
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Aiguille du Midi cable car ride (if option selected)
  • Mer de Glace train ride (if option selected)
  • Independant tour - Self guided
  • Visit the charming village of the Chamonix Mont Blanc village
  • Food and beverage
  • Guide

What to expect

  1. 10m
    Board your bus for a scenic 90 minutes drive on the white highway
  2. Aiguille du Midi
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy an incredible cable car ride to the Aiguille du midi or the Brévent
  3. Brevent Cable Car
    1h · Admission ticket included
    If you buy a multipass, you have access to the brévent cable car to have another point of view on the Mont Blanc
  4. Chamonix
    2h
    Discover the alpine village, the highest mountain of Europe. It's the world famous village for sports and outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding, climbing, paragliding, speedflying and alpinism.
  5. 2h
    Ride the cogwheel mountain train to the largest glacier of France: Mer de Glace

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Place Dorcière - 1201 Geneva

End point

Place Dorcière - 1201 Geneva

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that this tour will not be accompanied by a guide, only a local assistant im the village
  • 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
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, as you will be traveling from Geneva (Switzerland) to Chamonix (France)
  • If an activity is close for maintenance or weather conditions, you will be ofered alternatives but no refund
  • baby until 4 are not allowed to go up on the cable car
  • There is different returns such as 12h30, 17h15 or 18h30 depending on availbility
  • Please note that due to maintenance works in Chamonix, some attractions will be temporarily closed: Mer de Glace (03.11 - 21.11) & Aiguille du Midi (03.11 - 19.12). Alternative tours will be offered during this period.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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