MATTERHORN PANORAMA. A cluster of gentle Swiss mountain hikes with all the comfort...

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1 MATTERHORN PANORAMA A cluster of gentle Swiss mountain hikes with all the comfort... Here we are in Switzerland to discover the Valais province famous for its many peaks over 4000m, including the very famous Matterhorn. Starting at the heart of the Valais vineyards, exploring their amazing irrigation channels running between hills and valleys. The two first days are spent in a charming hotel to relax facing a magnificent Alpine panorama. Next is the Val d'anniviers, a traditional high valley at the foot of the "crown of 4000s". Quiet, clean air, breathtaking scenery... a pearl of the Swiss Alps. Zermatt, the Swiss alpine capital, greets us in its green pasture of High Mountains. The Matterhorn, Monte Rosa, Castor and Pollux are the stars of our alpine getaway. An eclectic mix enjoying the richness of the Swiss Alps... 6 days Guided / with a guide With baggage transport Accommodation : Confort (chambre) Level : ** From : 885 You will like Panorama views of the 4000m peaks of the Valais Nature and historic hikes: irrigation paths, pastures, high mountain proximity A week of relaxation with spa facilities available 2 nights Charming hotels with mountain views Traditional life in the high alpine valleys and the unmissable Zermatt Altitude Montblanc route du Lac Montriond Montriond - +33(0) info@altitude-montblanc.com Capital IM APE 7912Z SIRET: TVA : FR Assurance RC MMA SARL SAGA Caution Groupama

2 The route Day 1 WELCOME - BISSE DE CLAVAU Meet Sunday at 1:00pm at Sion train station Welcome meeting by your mountain leader. Depart at 1:30pm on the path of the Bisse de Clavau. The path rises gently along dry stone walls, amid the vineyards of the Valais. Arrival around 5:00pm at the hotel to enjoy the jacuzzi. Night in a hotel facing the mountains of the Valais. 3 hour walk / Elevation: +300m Day 2 BISSE DE TORRENT NEUF Departure from the hotel to the unusual Bisse d'ayen (irrigation canal), from where we can see the spectacular ruins of the ancient irrigation passages. Some thrill inducing beautiful, and well-secured, wooden suspension bridges. Way back to the hotel for a sauna session or a tour of the village's wine cellars. 5 hour walk / Elevation: +400m -400m Day 3 LAKE ARMINA IN THE ANNIVIERS VALLEY Transfer by minibus to the Anniviers valley (45min). Take the Tignousa funicular to reach the vast and flowery pastures of Armina. Climb to the lake at 2562m, beneath the lacey peaks of Meidpass. On the way back, the trail runs along the gorge and waterfall of Prilet through Swiss arolla pine woods, the legendary pine trees of the Anniviers valley. Night in a hotel in Saint-Luc. 4.5 hour walk / Elevation: +400m -850m Day 4 BENDOLLA - LAKE LONA Take the Bendolla cable car. Traverse under the Peak Lona to the wild high Lona Plateau and mountain lakes. Optional climb to Sex de Marinda (2906m). Descend to the emerald Lake Moiry, whose beautiful colour comes from the serpentine rocks which surround it. Transfer by bus to Saint-Luc. Night in hotel in Saint-Luc. 5 hour walk / Elevation: +700m -550m (+/-100 m pour Marinda) Day 5 ZERMATT - STELLISEE LAKE Transfer to Taschalp (1h45 lift), then on to Zermatt by train. Balcony trail overlooking the valley of Zermatt with as aim the Matterhorn and its giants glaciers. Descend through the paasture hamlets to Zermatt. Night in a hotel** in the center of Zermatt. 4 hour walk / Elevation: +250m -900m Day 6 SCHWARZSEE - ZMUTT Take the Schwarzsee cablecar to 2583m. The descent runs along the imposing north face of the Matterhorn, then joins the alpine pasture villages... Do not miss a walk through the picture perfect wooden village of Zmutt, and its beautiful dark wood barns scorched by the sun. 4.5 hour walk / Elevation: -850m (Schwarzsee)

3 End point around 3:00pm at Zermatt train station. A taxi transfer may be orgnaised by your mountain leader for those requiring transport from Zermatt to Sion (optional). LEVEL *** The trip Elevation: +400 to 800m approximately per day. Walking time: 3 to 5 hours per day. Type of trek: mountain routes without technical difficulty, accessible to most healthy, active people. The walks along the irrigation channels are selected according to the group. Also, with good weather conditions some more challenging variants could be proposed. GUIDING Number in a group between 6 and 14 people supervised by a qualified professional mountain leader. TRANSPORT Each day, transfers to the departure point will be made with public transport or ski lifts. Baggage transport between accommodation is provided by private taxi. ACCOMMODATION 5 nights in comfortable hotels in twin/double rooms (or 3 beds rooms for individual): - 2 nights in hotel*** with sauna available - 2 nights in hotel* - 1 night in hotel*** The configuration of the itinerary may change due to hotel availability. MEALS Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation. Picnics are included and are carefully prepared daily by your mountain leader, comprising a variety of healthy salads and local products. MAPS MATTERHORN MISCHABEL /50000 ACCESS TO DEPARTURE POINT Practical information

4 Meet Sunday at 1:00pm at Sion train station BY TRAIN Inbound: depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 8:02am arrive in Sion at 12:53pm. Return: depart Zermatt at 3:39pm arrive in (Paris) Gare de Lyon at 10:49pm. Times given are indicative and should be verified in a train station or on BY CAR Take the A40 motorway towards Geneva, then direction Martigny/Sion (35 for an obligatory road tax sticker for the Swiss motorway). Exit Sion Est Meet at the CFF train station in the centre of Sion. Parking possible in Sion. No free parking in Sion. Some free parking are possible along the railway, Rue Oscar-Bider / Sion / Valais or outside the town, to be organised with your mountain leader when you arrive. Covered parking: Rue du Scex 12, Sion: 35 euros per day. End point Saturday at 3:00pm at the train station in Zermatt. Regular train departures for Sion or a group taxi may be organised by prior arrangement during the week with your mountain leader. 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: +33 (0) or +33 (0) Dates & prices Single supplement subject to availability: 160 /personne THE PRICE The price includes: Organisation and booking fees, guiding by a qualified and insured mountain leader ; All meals including picnic lunch and simple snacks during the day ; Accommodation in hotels in twin/double rooms (or triple room for individuals) ; Baggage transport between accommodation ; Bus transfers and lifts (except on Day 6). The price does not include: The cable car on Day 6 (Schwartzsee) ;

5 The return way to departure point (Zermatt-Sion) if you came by car (about 44 by train) ; Personal expenses (drinks, touristic visits, etc.) ; Access to termal baths in Anzère (25 Swiss Francs) ; Airport taxes ; Cancellation insurance ; Your return journey from home to the point of departure/end point. The price is all inclusive from departure to end point. EQUIPMENT LIST Equipment and baggage Clothing Walking trousers Shorts, bikini/swimsuit 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) Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in Change of clothes for the evening A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening Other Equipment Toilet bag 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 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. HOW TO REGISTER Details - By internet:

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