Chamonix and Mont Blanc Day Trip from Geneva

Duration: 10 hours
Destination: Switzerland, Geneva, Geneva
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  • 10 hours
  • Geneva
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Geneva, Geneva

Board our bus to Chamonix Mont Blanc, the bus will have the name of the tour

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: 100 Place de l Aiguille du Midi Mont Blanc, 74400, Chamonix France

If option selected - Ride up the cable car and discover a spectacular panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley and the French, Swiss and Italian Alps at 3842m ! On a clear day, you may even see the Mattherhorn, the famous Swiss peak and icon of Switzerland – it’s even found on packages of delicious Toblerone chocolate. If it’s open, you can try the unique adventure: "Step into the Void" BREATHTAKING! ( queue can be expected for the step into the void/glass box)

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Statue of Balmat and Saussure, 37 Pl. Balmat, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France

Take a photo of the most famous Alpinistes

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Montenvers - Mer de Glace Train, 35 Place de la Mer de Glace Mont Blanc, 74400, Chamonix France

If option selected - Discover the well known Ice Sea, take the mountain train until the Montenvers station and enjoy the panorama.

If you feel brave and if it's open ( not guarateed), you can go down the small gondola and the 500 steps to visit the Ice Caves

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chamonix, Chamonix, Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

Explore the stunning alpine scenery of Chamonix in the French 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.


Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cable car ride to summit of Aiguille du Midi (if option selected)
  • Train ride to Montenvers (if option selected, caves included but the opening is NOT garanteed))
  • Skip the line tickets
  • Guide if more than 10 people or driver guide for small groups
  • Entry/Admission - Aiguille du Midi
  • Entry/Admission - Montenvers - Mer de Glace Train

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • 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
Departure Point

Geneva Bus Station, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland


Departure Time

08:30 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

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

Duration

10 hours


User's Reviews

Lonnie_T

29 Mar, 2023

Our tour guide Norman was excellent. Had a great personality and made the tour experience memorable. I highly recommended this tour

Carlos_C

28 Mar, 2023

The best parts were the scenic train ride; time spent at the summit; and walking/sight seeing around the quaint French village. I'd do it again and recommend to everyone.

elisabethaK3143RP

23 Mar, 2023

This was an amazing adventure to go on! Seeing the mountains and the ice cave was beautiful! The guide was very nice and you could ask him anything. I did wish there was background information about each thing we did without asking for it. The guide gave you free time everywhere you went and they gave meeting points for going to the next location. Visit bordersology on Instagram for my videos and pictures of this beautiful place. 100% recommend!

Zoe_S

23 Mar, 2023

Simply amazing. I could not recommend going up more, it is worth every penny! I went up to the top first and wow, what an amazing view. If you get the chance to go up on a clear day I could not recommend it more, there is so much to see. On the way back down I got off at the half way point and got a hot chocolate at the little cabin and enjoyed that in the sun before finishing and going down to the bottom. A couple of suggestions: Try to go up a little earlier in the day so you can come down earlier so you don’t have to wait as long for a cable car down. When going up if you have a water bottle open it and keep it open the whole way up so it doesn’t explode/ leak into your bag, same goes for unopened snacks if you are taking them. It is a very fast change in elevation so I would recommend getting off the cable car at the top and stopping to look at the views for a couple of minutes before rushing to the line for the glass box, it will help you feel the change less. If it’s going to be a sunny day don’t forget your sunscreen, snow burn is no joke!

Victoria_B

21 Mar, 2023

Great location and experience however if you have any mobility difficulties think twice. There are serious limitations and a ten minute walk. We don’t regret the tour but was a struggle to manage.

User's Picture Gallery

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Definitely a must day trip! Check bordersology instagram to see

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We love Norman!!! (George, Jessica)

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Great trip

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Wow, what an amazing trip!

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Highly recommended

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Amazing trip. Make sure you book all 3 options, so worth it!

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An excellent destination, a no-frills tour operator.

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Amazing

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A little piece in heaven

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The Best Day of Our Vacation

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Experience of a lifetime

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AMAZING- ABSOLUTE MUST

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Nice day out to Chamonix

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Title of trip

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So worth it!

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Really lovely day trip! Thank you Normunds

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Amazing guide Normans and awesome city!

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Very Good

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A wonderful experience!

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Tour guide should give more information

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Not great, things closed and poorly planned.

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100% Do It!

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Unbelievable Alpine Views without the Climbing

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Beautiful

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