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Highlights of Mont Blanc
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They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chamonix , Geneva

Highlights

  • Hiking parts of the famous Tour du Mont Blanc
  • Alpine hospitality in spectacular mountain scenery
  • Comfortable chalet hotel with indoor pool and sauna

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"The size of the group was great and the itinerary allowed us to see many things for our first visit to Japan! Decent amount of free time allowed for shopping or different activities (or rest if needed). A good amount of walking and using public transport. Our guide, Henrik, could have shared much more information in local areas and focussed on some individuals in the group who were a little unwell. Accommodation was great and of decent quality."

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Switzerland’s Alps and Heritage
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore exceptionally picturesque views of the Swiss Alps aboard the Glacier Express in first-class seating
  • Discover the Top of Europe, UNESCO world heritage sites and the Jungfrau region
  • Enjoy unique cultural experiences that each extraordinary city has to offer
  • Relish the varied landscapes, medieval villages, snowcapped mountains and glorious flowery meadows

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Nice itinerary, seeing the swiss alps was always on by bucket list and to learn about the swiss culture was a good complement, the food was great, the hotels were well located, and the cities were small but cozy, a nice 2 weeks spent"

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London, Paris, and Switzerland’s Alps
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Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Uncover the secrets of London and revel in its Royal vibes
  • Wander through the breathtaking sites of Switzerland
  • Discover the soaring Alps of Switzerland and its impressive collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Walk in the footsteps of Marie Antoinette when she retreated to the Palace of Versailles

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Nice itinerary, seeing the swiss alps was always on by bucket list and to learn about the swiss culture was a good complement, the food was great, the hotels were well located, and the cities were small but cozy, a nice 2 weeks spent"

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Custom Designed Trip
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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
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Bernese Highlands, and Italy’s Majestic Heritage
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage of southern Switzerland aboard the Bernina Express
  • Amble through the breathtaking sites of Oeschinensee and Blausee
  • Savor the flavors of Italy and learn how to cook the Italian way
  • Uncover the lyrical landscapes of Tuscany.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Family Friendly, Train & Rail Journeys, Photography

What travelers are saying

"Nice itinerary, seeing the swiss alps was always on by bucket list and to learn about the swiss culture was a good complement, the food was great, the hotels were well located, and the cities were small but cozy, a nice 2 weeks spent"

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The Tour du Mont Blanc
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Trek the classic 10-day circuit of the Mont Blanc massif—a “must-do” for every hiker
  • Explore an earthly paradise spanning three countries, three cultures, and three cuisines
  • Enjoy mountain hospitality, hearty alpine fare, and the expertise of dedicated MTS guides

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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Hike the Essential Alps
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit to Chamonix, explore this lovely town Explore Swiss town Experience a cog train to view Kleine Scheidegg Enjoy views out to Mont Blanc

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Europe is great, but Alpine Interface runs fantastic trips close to home in Alberta. My daughter and I just completed a great series of hikes in Banff and Yoho, and even the snow on the Helen Lake trek did not put a damper on the experience. Great guide in Tamara, who was extremely knowledgeable and flexible in planning our daily journeys. Being near AI home base, we had special attention from Louie and Karin to make sure everything ran smoothly. I think you can hike the Canadian Rockies for years and years and never go the same place twice. AI is definitely a prime choice to lead the experience."

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Highlights of Mont Blanc
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chamonix , Geneva

Highlights

  • Hiking parts of the famous Tour du Mont Blanc
  • Alpine hospitality in spectacular mountain scenery
  • Comfortable chalet hotel with indoor pool and sauna

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"The size of the group was great and the itinerary allowed us to see many things for our first visit to Japan! Decent amount of free time allowed for shopping or different activities (or rest if needed). A good amount of walking and using public transport. Our guide, Henrik, could have shared much more information in local areas and focussed on some individuals in the group who were a little unwell. Accommodation was great and of decent quality."

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Paula James

Sep 2024

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Highlights of Mont Blanc

I absolutely loved the Mount Blanc hike, one of the best things I have done. Our Guide Peter Meyers was excellent. Informative, read the group well and very enterta...

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Cristiane

Sep 2024

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Highlights of Mont Blanc

Excellent trip, hiking the highlights of Mont Blanc and staying in a hotel in Les Houches instead of changing hotels every night. Comfortable hotel, rooms with vera...

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Rita

Sep 2024

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Highlights of Mont Blanc

Beautiful trip! Pete Myers our guide was excellent. He knew the geology, the flowers and general history of the area. He made the challenging parts of the hike eas...

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Ann-Christin

Sep 2024

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Highlights of Mont Blanc

Fab tour loved every minute! Peter Myer made it the best thank you Explore! Aurora and Raffa were amazing at Hotel du Bois made us feel right at home! A little sugg...

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Keith

Sep 2024

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Private van transportation would be an improvement over the...

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