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The Haute Route – The Most Scenic Trek in Europe

The Haute Route is the classic hiking and trekking route leading from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland, like Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn.

Take your pick: Do you prefer the group comradery of a guided tour (Chamonix to Zermatt Haute Route), additional luxury (Deluxe Haute Route) or to have the trails to yourself (Self-Guided Haute Route)?

Regardless, in two weeks of mountain travel on the Haute Route, you will witness the greatest collection of 4,000 meter (13,000+ feet) peaks in the Alps, and visit some of the most spectacular valleys. There you’ll find delightful villages and remote alp hamlets, wander flower meadows and deep fragrant forests, skirt exquisite tarns that toss mountains on their heads, cross icy streams and clamber beside glaciers than hang suspended from huge buttresses of rock.

What are you waiting for? Come join us on the Haute Route this summer, book the Chamonix to Zermatt Haute Route, Deluxe Haute Route or the Self-Guided Haute Route now! (Click the links to view respective tour dates, pricing and details.)

Do you have any questions? Talk with an expert (who has actually done the tour) email info@alpenwild.com or call 801-226-9026.

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Starting in Chamonix, France, Alpenwild’s Haute Route trekking tour includes:

Handpicked inns and hotels
Luggage transfers
Experienced and qualified guide
Incredible meals
Transportation to and from the airport and during the tour
Deluxe Excursions (View the Haute Route itinerary here.)
1. Aiguille du Midi
2. Enjoy two hotel spas
3. Rest day*
4. Mid-tour laundry service*
5. Gornergrat Mountain Panorama

*Only on the Deluxe Haute Route

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Alpenwild Haute Route Photo Gallery

The Trekking Vacation of a Lifetime

The Haute Route is a network of treasured alpine trails, not just a single path. We know the routes inside and out. As a result, no one offers more options for hiking the Haute Route—both on guided and self-guided hiking tours.

Deluxe Haute Route

A kinder, gentler Haute Route without the huts. This 11-day trek has a more leisurely pace and some shorter ascents-still with spectacular mountain scenery. It also includes a luxurious mid-tour spa day, laundry service and excellent excursions.

Chamonix-Zermatt Haute Route

Embrace the joy of making new friends and enjoying incredible views on the top of the world on this classic, guided 12-day hotel-to hut-to inn trek from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland. Along the way, you will pass the 12 highest peaks in the Alps, concluding your trek at the base of the majestic Matterhorn.

Self-Guided Haute Route

For the independent traveler and experienced hiker. It's the same great route without the group. We include transportation, lodging, meals, and detailed directions. Consider this an Alps hiking tour tailored to your interests, abilities, and budget ... or the trip of a lifetime.

Additional Resources

Guided Vs. Self-Guided Haute Route

Not sure whether a guided or self-guided Haute Route would be better for you? An Alpenwild Haute Route Specialist shares some thoughts to help you decide which tour type you should book.

Haute Route Terrain

Alpenwild trips are designed for people who are energetic, active, and filled with a spirit of adventure. We rate the Haute Route trek as strenuous. Read more to learn about the tour terrain.

Haute Route Essentials

Learn the basics that every Haute Route hiker needs to know before taking their first step in the Alps.

Haute Route Maps

Buy your Swiss Topo hiking maps before you leave to ensure you stay on the right track, especially if you're interested in a self-guided tour.

Haute Route Video Training

Watch Alpenwild's free video training series to answer basic questions and help you prepare for a wonderful journey on the Haute Route.

Luggage Transfers

What exactly are they? Luggage transfers enable our trekkers to trek with a light day pack with confidence knowing their luggage will be at the next inn/hotel when they arrive.

Mountain Huts

Alpine huts and cabanes provide comfortable lodging in spectacular and remote mountain settings.

Heroes of the Haute Route

Meet our heroes--those who represent the true spirit of the Haute Route

Do you have any questions or concerns? Talk with an expert (who has actually done the tour) email info@alpenwild.com or call 801-226-9026. We look forward to chatting with you!

-The Alpenwild Team