Private guided tour of the Mer de Glace with a Mountain Guide
Go further than simply contemplating the Mer de Glace during this original experience. Thanks to the presence of your guide, you have the chance to learn more about the historical emergence of this massive tongue of ice, its evolution over the centuries, and the challenges it has encountered for several years in the face of global warming. During this guided tour, a hymn to nature and a unique moment of sharing await you. Thanks to the presence of a mid-mountain guide at your side, you enter the fascinating world of the mountains, during a captivating journey! The world enthusiasts around us will experience a memorable moment… Facing one of the most beautiful and mystical landscapes of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, the encounter with the Mer de Glace will not leave you indifferent!
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Private guided tour of the Mer de Glace with a Mountain Guide
What's included in Private guided tour of the Mer de Glace with a Mountain Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)You will meet your guide at Montenvers station: the adventure begins as soon as you set foot on this unique cogwheel train! You gain height among the peaks and enjoy an impressive view of the Chamonix valley. You pass at the foot of the Drus and the Grands Jorasses and contemplate the most beautiful things the Alps have to offer… It is then time to arrive in front of the largest glacier in the French Alps, at 1,913 meters above sea level. This memorable encounter is punctuated with historical anecdotes, as well as stories from adventurers who set out to explore this emblematic landscape of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. An integral part of the Vallée Blanche ski descent, the Mer de Glace is a real playground for thrill-seekers! Your guide also guides you in discovering the mythical peaks that surround you… Discover even other riches of the mountain in the crystal gallery which conceals natural treasures and, depending on the opening conditions, enter the heart of the glacier with a visit to the Ice Cave... You are not at the end of your surprises!
Inclusions
- Train ticket
- Great memories
- Services of a private mountain enthusiast guide
- Personal expenses
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Available all year round
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet at Place du Montenvers
