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European Alps Destination Guide the European Alps Breathtaking Mountain Adventures ss Alps Swi es | mit olo an D Tour du Mont Blanc | Itali EUROPEANDESTINATION GUIDE ALPS THE EUROPEAN ALPS BREATHTAKING MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES The European Alps are a vibrant part of If you love vast landscapes, the great outdoors, the world, overflowing with mesmerising experiencing new cultures, taking in nature, mountains. From the thrilling Tour du Mont breathing in fresh alpine air, and the company Blanc and mighty Italian Dolomites to the of like-minded walkers, then trekking in the impressive valleys and trails of the Swiss European Alps should be the next adventure Alps, they are as enticing in summer as on your list! they are under three feet of snow. I’d love to help you plan your journey. I lived in the French Alps for two years and It’s what I do best! have recently completed the Dolomites Circular Trek and the the Tour du Mont Blanc. Jodie This region holds a special place in my heart. The feeling of waking up to towering mountains each day will invoke a deep happiness in your soul. Trekking over and around these spectacular mountain ranges will give you a great sense of achievement. And at the end of each day as you enjoy a 3-course meal prepared by our local hosts you will have time to reflect on your time on the trail. All our guided treks are led by experienced and passionate International Mountain Leaders European Alps Destination Expert who have an intimate knowledge of the region. [email protected] They take safety very seriously so you know Phone: (03) 5976 3763 you will be in good hands. www.montblanctreks.com.au PAGE 2 www.montblanctreks.com.au PAGE 3 EUROPEAN ALPS: QUICK LOOK TOUR DU MONT BLANC ITALIAN DOLOMITES World-famous route that circles the highest Circular trip, custom-made by our expert mountain in Western Europe, crossing from in-country lead guide; encompasses some France into Italy and Switzerland. Offers of the best sections of the Alta Via 1 and 2. all the excitement of a high mountain trek, Our route uses the most scenic paths while with few of the worries. Guided and self- avoiding the higher, more serious and difficult guided options available. No technical mountain terrain. Enjoy classic Dolomite mountaineering skills required. peaks and green mountain meadows. • Starting point Chamonix (France) • Starting point Calalzo (Italy) • Best time to go June to September • Best time to go June to September • Difficulty Strenuous (7)* • Difficulty Strenuous (7)* • Duration 13 days • Duration 8 days • Total distance 170km (anti-clockwise) • Total distance 118km • Daily distances 12–20km • Daily distances 16–22km (6 to 8 hours each day) • High point 2500m • High point 2540m • Highlights 7 valleys, 3 countries and 3 cultures • Highlights Italian cuisine, modern accommodation, unique itinerary SWISS ALPS • Starting point Zermatt (Switzerland) Adaptable day hikes (2 to 7 hours) and • Best time to go June to September mountain excursions, using cable cars to speed you to the best high-altitude hikes. • Difficulty Challenging to The Matterhorn (4478m) is a hypnotic Strenuous (6–7)* pyramid of a mountain and the most famous • Duration 8 days of Switzerland’s peaks. Enjoy the car-free • Total distance 75km village of Zermatt and the rustic character of rural Engelberg, with its Benedictine • Daily distances 10–20km monastery and monks, and farmer’s life that • High point 2750m take you to unspoilt areas of magical beauty. • Highlights Swiss cuisine, overnighting at Melchsee Frutt, the Matterhorn. * All our trips are graded from 1 (Introductory) to 10 (Tough). Grading systems are always arbitrary. However, having an indication of the grade may help you choose between our walks. See p22 for more information. Disclaimer The information in this Destination Guide has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However, it is subject to change and does not form part of the contract between the client and RAW Travel. PAGE 4 www.montblanctreks.com.au PAGE 5 SECTION 1: INSPIRATION PAGE 9 SECTION 2: TRAVEL ESSENTIALS PAGE 29 SECTION 3: ON THE TRAIL PAGE 45 SECTION 4: RAW TRAVEL PAGE 53 PAGE 6 www.montblanctreks.com.au SECTION 1: A FABULOUS, ONCE-IN-A- INSPIRATION LIFETIME EXPERIENCE! OUR DOLOMITES GUIDE WAS PROFESSIONAL, Why you’ll love the European Alps 10 Why experience the European Alps KNOWLEDGEABLE AND with RAW Travel? 10 INSTILLED COMPLETE Trek descriptions 11 International Mountain Leaders 17 CONFIDENCE IN ALL History 18 MEMBERS OF OUR GROUP. Geology 18 – Therese Corrigan, Surrey Hills (VIC) Wildlife 21 Alpine flora 22 Are these trips right for me? 22 What’s it like underfoot? 23 What we offer 25 Self-guided walking explained 25 Mont Blanc information website 25 RAW Travel Insights Blog 25 Background reading 26 Responsible travel 27 Extending your holiday 27 PAGE 8 www.montblanctreks.com.au PAGE 9 SECTION 1: INSPIRATION EUROPEAN ALPS TREK DESCRIPTION The Dolomites or Tour du Mont Blanc? WHY YOU’LL LOVE THE EUROPEAN ALPS – TMB CIRCUIT The ascents and descents of the TMB and 3 Natural wonders: Impossibly jagged peaks 3 History: High-altitude tracks once trudged Dolomites are very similar. The big difference Rated as one of the top 5 mountain treks and panoramas, iconic peaks reflected by First World War soldiers with the Dolomites is the paths: they are a little in the world, the Tour du Mont Blanc is one in tranquil mountain lakes, the iconic of Europe’s finest. You’ll get to appreciate 3 Diverse scenery: Forested hillsides, open narrower and steeper in sections than the Matterhorn, thrilling cliffs and soaring different cultures, food and people while rocky mountainsides, glaciers, rock spires, TMB and sometimes more exposed. Dizzying limestone pinnacles. trekking through glorious Alpine scenery. abundant colourful summer wildflowers heights and steep slopes are a feature of the walks in this area, so you need to be prepared 3 Wildlife watching: Encounters with ibex and lush meadows. The Tour du Mont Blanc trek is demanding (those enormous curving horns!) and for this. The Dolomites are not suitable for 3 Guides: International Mountain Guides – climbing six passes, traversing around huge friendly marmots. people who experience vertigo! to lead, inspire and inform. glaciers and hiking though spectacular alpine 3 Food: Culinary specialities from each scenery – but incredibly rewarding. 3 Views: Spectacular towering mountain country and region, including apple strudel scenery that will take your breath away, with an afternoon coffee, prosecco cocktails For the full guided circuit trek allow 13 days including the Italian Val Ferret, offering and cheese. in total: 10 days of walking, plus a rest day unrivalled views of Mont Blanc. and arrival and departure days. Stage 1: Chamonix to Les Houches WHY EXPERIENCE THE EUROPEAN ALPS • Most meals are included in your booking, • 13 km, 5 hours WITH RAW TRAVEL? so you can look forward to hearty mountain cuisine. • Ascent 525m / Descent 1400m RAW Travel has operated active walking trips in the European Alps for many years. We • Our in-house travel agent books your flights To start the trek, what better viewpoint than are one of the most experienced Australian and pre/post-travel arrangements. the Brevent! From the summit (2525m) the operators you can choose and enjoy view of the Mont Blanc is incomparable. • Our self-guided clients are provided with Descend via Bel Lachat and Merlet. providing a friendly, personal service where a guidebook, phrasebook, luggage tags, you’re treated as an individual. We pride detailed itinerary, maps, track notes and Stage 2: Les Houches to Les Contamines ourselves on our staff’s intimate knowledge orientation pack. of the European Alps: we really do ‘know • 18km, 7 hours • You have access to insider information and because we go’ and have created walks that • Ascent 700m / Descent 1050m show you the best of the Alps. tips from our European Alps Destination Expert and on our dedicated information A beautiful walk across the south-west Our European Alps Destination Expert, Jodie, website: www.montblanctreks.com.au face of the Mont Blanc massif. Includes will design an unforgettable walking adventure a charming traverse that passes at the foot for you. Jodie has completed all the walks and of the Bionnassay Glacier, a swing bridge can answer your many questions. As well as across a river, an ascent up the Col du Tricot speaking to someone in the same time zone (2120m), then a zigzagging path down to the as you, you can come along to our free talks Val Montjoie. on the European Alps. Stage 3: Les Contamines to Les Chapieux Why people choose us • 19km, 7 hours • We are an Australian tour operator • Ascent 1290m / Descent 850m with expert first-hand knowledge of the European Alps, plus local contacts in A big day of walking, including crossing two Europe to provide assistance. passes, the highest being the Col De la Croix du Bonhomme (2483m), and easy walking • We pre-book your accommodation, through forest and meadows before the route transport and luggage transfers; all you climbs to the cols. carry is your daypack. • We book great local accommodation in hotel and mountain refugios. PAGE 10 www.montblanctreks.com.au PAGE 11 SECTION 1: INSPIRATION EUROPEAN ALPS Stage 4: Les Chapieux to Val Veny paths, tracks and through valaisan pastures to the charming village of La Fouly. • 16km, 6 hours • Ascent 950m / Descent 600m Stage 8: Champex-Lac to Trient SWITZERLAND A climb to the Val d’Aosta via the Col de la • 16km, 6.5 hours Seigne (2516m) gives you the most imposing • Ascent 800m or 1200m/ Descent 950m Champex view of the south face of Mont Blanc, then or 1140m a path leads you around the Limestone La Fouly Pyramids to reach the moraine of the Estelette The classic Tour du Mont Blanc takes the Bovine route.
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