Chamonix and Mont-Blanc Independent Day Trip from Geneva

3.9 · 226 Reviews

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.

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

Additional Info

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.

Reviews

3.9

based on 226 reviews

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From 107.53 USD per person

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