TOUR OF THE VANOISE GLACIERS self-guided

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1 Altitude Montblanc : Route du Lac Montriond Morzine - +33(0) info@altitude-montblanc.com Capital IM APE 7912Z - SIRET: TVA : FR Ass. RC MMA Piquet-Gautier - COVEA CAUTION TOUR OF THE VANOISE GLACIERS self-guided At the heart of France's first National Park The Vanoise was the first French National Park created in It extends over a vast area creating an immense protected territory of flora, fauna and minerals. Between the Maurienne and Tarentaise and adjoining the Gran Paradiso National Park in neighboring Italy. Together the two parks form the largest protected area in Europe! Touring around the famous Dômes de la Vanoise, a group of glaciers extending over twenty kilometers in the centre of the Park articulating on a south-north axis. Along with the glaciers, the tour passes at the foot of the famous Grande Casse, the highest summit of Savoie, its summit at 3855m. It was in 1860 that a rich Englishman, helped by a courageous woodsman who cut more than 800 steps in the ice, enabling the summit to be reached for the first time. The Vanoise is remarkable for the richness of its flora and fauna. A tour to discover a beautiful wild and preserved environment. 6 days Self guided With baggage transport Accommodation : Classic (dormitory) Level : *** From : 390

2 You will like The wild and preserved territory of France's first National Park. An original itinerary around the glaciers of the Dômes de la Vanoise. Passing through the typical village of Pralognan la Vanoise. Discover the Petit Mont Blanc. The variety of landscapes of the Maurienne and Tarentaise. Accommodations in gites, refuges and a charming hotel. Day 1 The route REFUGE DU PLAN DU LAC - LES AIGUILLES DE LANSERLIA Depart from Termignon, bus transfer to Refuge du Plan du Lac. Hike to Lake Lanserlia, a short walk plunging you into the most secret atmosphere of the Vanoise. Night in refuge. 3.5 hour walk / Elevation: +600m -600m Day 2 COL DE LA VANOISE - PRALOGNAN LA VANOISE Traverse the Leisse Valley and climb to the Vanoise Pass at the foot of the glaciers of the Vanoise, the Grande Casse. Descend to the village of Pralognan La Vanoise passing by Lake Long and the famous ford, the Lac des Vaches (Lake of cows). Night in hotel. 5.5 hour walk / Elevation: +500m -1350m Day 3 LE PETIT MONT BLANC - LES PRIOUX Ascend to the Petit Mont Blanc with its perfect viewpoint over the Pralognan Valley, the Massif of the Grande Casse and the Dômes de la Vanoise. Night in refuge. 5 hour walk / Elevation: +1100m -700m Day 4 COL DE CHAVIÈRE - REFUGE DE l'orgère Gentle climb to Refuge Péclet Polset, then to the "lunar" Chavière Pass at 2896m. Descend to Lake Partie and the Povaret Valley to arrive at refuge Orgère. Night in refuge. 6 hour walk / Elevation: +800m -850m Day 5 THE NATURE DISCOVERY TRAIL OF BARBIER - REFUGE PLAN SEC or DENT PARRACHÉE Easy traverse along the nature discovery trail of the Vanoise Park to reach the Barbier Pass, then the Aussois Valley and its two large lakes. Small detour possible to Col de la Masse at 2923m. Night in refuge de Plan Sec or la dent Parrachée (night without baggage) 5 hour walk / Elevation: +850m -350m Day 6

3 BALCON DU GENEPY TRAIL - TERMIGNON Long balcony traverse overlooking the Maurienne Valley and the River Arc. The trail then runs under the foothills of the Dent Parrachée and the Arpont Glacier. Descend to Termignon. 5 hour walk / Elevation: +250m -1350m End point in Termignon. LEVEL *** The trip Elevation: +/-250m m average per day. Walking time: 5-6 hours average per day. Type of trek: Mountain route with no technical difficulty. ROAD BOOK Before departure, we send you a travel folder containing: - 2 IGN TOP 25 with the route highlighted. - 1 road-book containing all the information necessary for the trek. - 1 waterproof map holder. - Accommodation list. SIGNPOSTS AND WAYMARKS ALONG THE TREK The tour is waymarked with yellow paint markings along the ground and the trails are numbered. It is preferable to know how to read a topographical map at 1/ BAGGAGE TRANSPORT Two options: without baggage transport: you carry your baggage. with baggage transport: your baggage is transported daily by our logistics vehicle (except day 5) TRANSFERS Transfers during the hike are made on public buses. ACCOMMODATION CLASSIC: 1 night in comfortable hotel in a twin/double bedroom. 4 nights in a refuge, dormitory of 4-10 persons. All accommodation offers hot showers. MEALS Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation. Picnics are not included and can be pre-ordered at each accomodation in the evening. FITNESS LEVEL A good fitness level is highly important for this tour. Ability to easily walk 20km (on the flat) in a maximum of 4 hours. This trek requires a certain physical fitness level

4 but presents no particular technical difficulty. Good advance preparation is nevertheless necessary in order to appreciate the beauty of this high altitude domaine. Your physical preparation will enable you to enjoy your trek to the maximum. PERSONALISED TOURS We can personalise a tour according to your requirements (number of days, participants, level of route, accommodation, etc.) MAPS IGN MAPS 1:25000: Les Arcs 3532ET, Tignes-Val d'isère 3633ET, Les Trois Vallées 3534OT. ACCESS TO DEPARTURE POINT Practical information Choice of departure day from mid June to mid September. BY TRAIN Inbound: Depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 10:41am arrive in Modane at 2:50pm. Then bus from Modane depart 3:15pm arrive Termignon 3:50pm. Return bus: Depart Termignon 9:30am arrive Modane 10:00am Return: Depart Modane at 10:04am arrive in (Paris)? Gare de Lyon at 3:15pm. Times given are indicative and should be verified in a train station or on Bus times should be verified on BY CAR Take the A41 motorway to Chambery, then A43 to Modane. Follow direction Termignon. End point in Termignon to collect your baggage. ACCOMMODATION BEFORE AND AFTER Consult les hébergements touristiques of Haute-Maurienne Vanoise +33 (0) Hôtel** La Turra (Termignon): +33 (0) INSURANCE In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. In no case can we be responsible for your own Personal Liability. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident. Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE. CONTACT US If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible on :

5 +33 (0) or +33 (0) Dates & prices DEPARTURES AND PRICES 6 days tour, with choice of departure day Without baggage transport 390 per person, classic accommodation With baggage transport (except day 5) Choice of departure from 24 June to 10 September persons: 695 per person 4-5 persons: 595 per person 6+ persons: 550 per person 7 days / 6 nights tour: supplement 95 per person Information and reservation is simple by telephone or . THE PRICE The price includes: 5 nights half board A road book: description and IGN maps (1 road book per registration up to 4 people. A supplementary road book for groups of 5 or more. Extra road book supplement ). Organisation and booking fees. Daily baggage transport, if you have chosen this option (except day 5) Taxes. The price does not include: Picnic lunches ; Hot shower tokens if applicable ; Personal expenses, drinks, touristic visits, etc. ; The bus transfer on Day 1 (6 ) ; The return journey from your home ; Cancellation insurance (3.8% of total tour cost). The price is all inclusive from departure to end point. EQUIPMENT LIST Equipment and baggage Clothing Walking trousers Shorts (Bikini/swimsuit, just in case!) Breathable or merino wool t-shirts Breathable or merino wool leggings Fleece or jumper Wind stopper or Goretex jacket Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover Pair of gloves and a warm hat Sun hat or baseball cap Walking socks (1 pair per day)

6 Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in 1 change of clothes for the evening A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening Other Equipment Toilet bag Quick drying towel Sunglasses and sun cream Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum) Knife, fork and spoon Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches Plastic cup for coffee Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...) Survival blanket Head torch or hand torch Sleeping bag liner sheet and pillowcase (blankets provided at accommodation) Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended) Identity card or passport BACKPACK Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks. BAGGAGE TRANSPORT Your baggage will be transported daily between accommodation by our logistics vehicle. You are allowed 1 soft, sports type bag with all your possessions inside, no heavier than 10kg (for your own ease and comfort carrying your bag up stairs and in the dormitories, we do not advise rigid suitcases, heavy or large baggage). If you wish to prolong your holiday, we can safely hold another bag for you which you may leave with us at the departure point and it will be deposited at the end point with your other baggage. HOW TO REGISTER Details - By internet: - By telephone: +33 (0) By post: Please provide your details Surname, First Name, Date of birth Address Telephone Mobile If you wish to register by post, please complete the form below and return it to: Altitude Mont-Blanc 180, route du lac MONTRIOND FRANCE Please specify whether you wish to take out an optional cancellation insurance (3.8% of the tour price).

7 On receipt of your registration we will an invoice (per couple) with a request for a deposit of 30% in association with your account details at Altitude Mont-Blanc ('My Account'). Payment can be made by credit card, bank transfer or by cheque. On receipt of your deposit you will receive a registration confirmation. The balance must be paid one month before departure without a reminder from us. For self-guided tours, we will then send your tour pack (includes maps, descriptive book etc.) Our terms and conditions of sale can be found on our website. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

8 Altitude Montblanc : Route du Lac Montriond Morzine - +33(0) info@altitude-montblanc.com Capital IM APE 7912Z - SIRET: TVA : FR Ass. RC MMA Piquet-Gautier - COVEA CAUTION Registration by mail form Surname : First name : Date of birth : Address : Telephone : Mobile : Requested tour : Number of days : Insurance : Price : x 30% = Deposit Locality where signed : Date Signature : Return with your deposit to : Altitude Mont-Blanc, 180 route du lac, MONTRIOND, FRANCE