The Alps summer vacation: Geneva to Chamonix & Mont Blanc
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Small Group Tour
Take an unforgettable journey through the majestic Alps on this 7-day small group guided tour. Join us for an exploration of nature’s grandeur, complete with expert insights, delicious local cuisine and unforgettable vistas. This tour is ideal for everyone from geology enthusiasts to those simply looking for an enriching holiday that’s big on discovery and r...
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- See famous summits and glaciers up close in France and Italy, including Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn.
- Discover the incredible geology and tectonic forces that shaped the Alps and learn about the history of mountaineering.
- Traverse famous mountain passes, each with its own unique story, on this Alps tour.
- Travel by exhilarating travel by cable cars and mountain railways to reach amazing heights without a hard climb.
- Stay in two excellent four and five-star hotels, guided by our expert Tour Leaders Prof Rob Butler and Dr Taija Torvela.
- Group size 5 to 10.
What's this trip about?
Take an unforgettable journey through the majestic Alps on this 7-day small group guided tour. Join us for an exploration of nature’s grandeur, complete with expert insights, delicious local cuisine and unforgettable vistas. This tour is ideal for everyone from geology enthusiasts to those simply looking for an enriching holiday that’s big on discovery and relaxation. Our Alpine tour is a unique opportunity to delve into the geological history and beautiful landscapes of the French and Italian Alps. You’ll see iconic mountains including Mont Blanc and the instantly recognisable peak of the Matterhorn. As you explore the charming Alpine towns, you’ll experience an exciting variety of transport, from leisurely walks, cable car rides and scenic train journeys.
Details
Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityGeneva
End CityGeneva
Travel Themes
Destinations
Attractions
Activities
Trip includes
- The services of your two expert guides who will be with the group throughout the tour, staying at the same hotels.
- All transportation costs from Geneva Airport
- Entry fees, local guide fees and activity fees, where arranged as part of the tour.
- All accommodation costs for the nights stated, assuming two people sharing a double room. Single occupancy rooms are available for a surcharge. See Single Supplement in ‘Need to Know’ tab.
- Includes six breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 group dinners
- All service charges and most gratuities.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Geneva and the start of your Alps summer vacation!
Welcome to Geneva! Your adventure begins as you check-in at the Crowne Plaza Geneva Hotel which offers a free airport shuttle service. Late afternoon you’ll meet your tour leaders, Prof Rob Butler and...
Day 2: Deep valleys and Alpine meadows on the way to Chamonix
Start your day from Geneva with a scenic drive in a comfortable small coach through the beautiful Alpine foothills, which have been sculpted by ancient glaciers over millennia. Enjoy the dramatic landscapes as we make our way to the charming town of Samoëns for a re...
Day 3: Le Brévent – a cable car to stunning views of the Mont Blanc range
We start the day with a cable car ride to Le Brévent, where you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the western Alps and Mont Blanc. After taking in the stunning scenery controlled by the underlying geology, and a coffee in the top station cafe, we’ll head back to Ch...
Day 4: Courmayeur, Aosta Valley and Gran Paradiso National Park
We’ll start early to beat the traffic through the Mont Blanc tunnel. Our first stop will be Courmayeur, where we’ll have a coffee in front of the awe-inspiring south face of the Mont Blanc range. From there, we’ll drive down the upper part of the picturesque Aosta V...
Day 5: Exploring above Cervinia
Today, we’ll enjoy the 1 hour drive up the Valtourneche valley to the mountain village of Breuil and take the cable cars up to the Plan Maison vantage point on the Swiss-Italian border. The journey takes approximately 10-15 minutes and provides stunning views of the...
Day 6: Mountain peaks on the Italian-Swiss border
After driving down the dramatic gorge of the Aosta valley, passing ancient castles and segments of Roman roads, we will spend this day up in Val di Gressonney. The valley is an Alpine gem full of little Alpine farms. We will take another 25-minute cable car ride, fr...
Day 7: The Grand Saint Bernard Pass and return to Geneva Need to know
On our final day, we’ll drive back to Geneva via the historic Grand Saint Bernard Pass, stopping for coffee to admire the views of Switzerland’s third-highest road pass, at almost 2,500m (8,100ft). This scenic route offers more stunning views of Great St Bernard Lak...
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Dates & Availability
Price From $5,199
Price per day$743
Last Updated: 3/28/2025
Departure Date
End Date
For 2025 tours only
Double room for single occupancy in USD
Available
02 Jul 2025
08 Jul 2025
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$5,738
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Logistics
What's excluded
- Travel insurance.
- Extra or optional activities not described in the tour
- Lunches not included on four of the seven days.
- Personal expenditures
- Transportation to and from Edinburgh Waverley railway station at the start and end of the tour.
- Passport and visa fees.
Accommodation
Requirements
,Double room for single occupancy in USD 5739 ;
Cancellation policy
A participant may cancel a registration after securing a confirmed place on a tour for any reason. The following refund terms will apply: Greater than 60 days before tour begins: Any monies paid plus half of the deposit will be refunded 30 to 59 days before tour begins: 35% of tour price will be refunded 15 to 29 days before tour begins: 25% of tour price will be refunded Within 14 days of tour or during the tour: No monies will be refunded
Travel Insurance
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unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies.
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Meals Included
Includes six breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 group dinners
Age Requirements
18 years and up
12-17 on request
12-17 on request
Optional Activities
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