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Ride the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi for breathtaking alpine views, then journey by train to the Mer de Glace to explore France’s largest glacier and its enchanting ice cave.

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Tour name GENEVA: Chamonix Mont-Blanc - Aiguille du Midi + Mer de Glace
Product code KTG104
Time 8:00 am // 10:00 Geneva Airport or hotel
8:30 am // 10:30 Bus Terminal (Place Dorcière)
Description In just 90 minutes, journey through the picturesque Arve Valley to reach Chamonix, the legendary alpine village nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Europe. Your adventure begins with a spectacular cable car ride to the Aiguille du Midi. At over 3,842 meters, take in breathtaking panoramic views of the French, Swiss, and Italian Alps. Stand is the "Step into the Void" glass skywalk, where you can stand on a glass platform with over 1,000 meters of empty space beneath you. At the summit, there is also an exhibition space that provides information about the history of the Aiguille du Midi, the cable car, and the mountaineering culture of the region .

Next, hop aboard the iconic red Montenvers train for an unforgettable trip to the Mer de Glace, France’s largest glacier. Explore the fascinating ice cave carved into the glacier and delve into the world of ice at the Glaciorium, an exhibition center dedicated to glaciers and climate change.

Finally, enjoy free time to wander through the charming village of Chamonix. Browse artisan shops, savor local specialties like fondue, or relax with a coffee while taking in the authentic mountain architecture. This excursion combines adventure, natural beauty, and culture for an unforgettable day in the heart of the Alps.
Duration of circuit 10h
Departure Departure 8:00am or 10:30am Geneva Airport or hotel
Departure 8:30am or 11:00am Bus Terminal (Place Dorcière)
Return point Arrival 6:30pm // 7:45 pm Geneva Bus Station (Place Dorcière)
Guided tours 8h30: Guided
10h30: Independant / Self guided
12h45: Independant / Self guided
Important You will be crossing the Franco-Swiss border The Passport is indispensable. Visa whenever applicable.
The Cable car to Aiguille du Midi will be closed for maintenance from 04.11.2024 to 20.12.2024 included
The Mountain train to Mer de Glace will be closed for maintenance from 04.11.2024 to 29.11.2024 included

Thank you for noting that the cable car or the train could not work due to bad weather : strong wind and or technical problems.
The Mer de glace included the train tickets, ice caves are included but not garanteed.
Please note that if you leave at 10h30, there is no guide only a local host.

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 tickets includes the ice caves and the gondola ( but these are not garanteed), the train can be open and not the cave, there is no refund is so because it's the same price.

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 know if they open before we arrive there, it's a risk to take.

If one of the activity closes, there will be alternative offers, or partial refunds, but the transports won't be refunded in any case.
Children information It is not allowed for children under 5 years old to ascend the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi
Children from 4 to 12 years old, child's fare
Included Bus round trip
Guide
Cable car
Mountain Train Mer de Glace
Walking tour in Chamonix
Free time in Chamonix
Excluded Lunch

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