Self-guided Haute Route

By doing a self-guided Haute Route, you’ll be your own guide. This gives you the freedom to hike at your own pace, and to take route variants that might not be possible for a typical guided group. However, by booking a self-guided package, you will not be alone! We’ll provide you with a detailed digital guidebook, plus day-by-day GPS maps. We’ll book all your accommodation, and – of course! – you’ll be able to contact us during your hike. A self-guided package offers hassle-free hiking, with the safety-net of local, expert guides.

Trek package starts from 1500€

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Matterhorn snowy summit in clouds viewed from the slopes above Zermatt

A self-guided Haute Route is perfect for experienced hikers with good navigation skills and a high level of fitness. A self-guided package allows you to hike at your own pace, and add any personal touches to the tour.

What’s included in a Self-Guided Haute Route?

Our standard self-guided packages include :

A digital guidebook

You’ll receive a Self-Guided Tour du Mont Blanc guidebook, created by our team of local guides. Within the guidebook, you’ll find :

detailed turn-by-turn descriptions
route-finding information
information about mountain safety
interesting facts about local flora, fauna and culture
descriptions of what views you can expect to see along the trail
information about where to eat, drink, and buy provisions
village guides

GPX Files

We’ll send you GPX Files for each stage of your Tour du Mont Blanc. You can download these onto your mobile phone, and then follow the GPS route.

Accommodation

We will book all your accommodation for you. The accommodation is in a mix of shared dormitories and private rooms : you will have 5 nights in a shared dormitory, and 5 nights in a private room. Some nights you’ll stay in remote mountain villages, with just a few simple shops. On other nights, you’ll stay in mountain refuges. Mountain refuges are special places. High up in the mountains, they’re only accessible by foot or helicopter. For more information about mountain refuges, read this post. If you’d prefer more private accommodation, this can be arranged. The exact price changes from year to year, so we will discuss this with you when planning your tour.

Half-Board

The accommodation will provide breakfast in the mornings, plus a 3 course dinner in the evenings. The only accommodation that does not include dinner is the hotel in Verbier. However, this is an opportunity to explore the historic town and find your ideal Swiss meal!

Support from our team of local guides

As we’re based year-round in the Chamonix valley, we will provide expert knowledge and in-person support. We’ll publish reliable trail updates on our blog, and you can call our emergency number at any time. Ahead of your tour, we’ll also send you informative videos about what to pack, and what to expect from a self-guided Haute Route.

Customising a Self-Guided Haute Route package

If you have specific requests, we’ll work with you to tailor-make your self-guided package. If there’s a specific mountain refuge that you’d like to stay at, or if you want to sleep in more private rooms, we can normally accommodate your requests without a problem. However, please note that accommodation on the Haute Route fills up very quickly, so whether we can accommodate your requests will depend on how early you book your tour.

About the Haute Route

The Haute Route is one of the most impressive multi-day tours in the Alps. The route is characterised by the rugged alpine terrain, long ascents and incredible mountain scenery. Hiking the Haute Route, you’ll travel from France to Switzerland, and from French-speaking villages to German-speaking villages. Ranked as one of the top 10 hikes of the world, the Haute Route is the perfect choice for experienced and physically fit hikers who are looking to challenge themselves. The route crosses over more than 11 high-alpine passes.

Price includes

24 Hour Helpline
5 Nights Accommodation in a private room (twin / double)
5 Nights Accommodation in a shared bedroom / dormitory
Digital Guidebook
GPS Maps with GPX File
Half-Board (breakfast, 3 course dinner)
Reliable trail-updates from local guides
Support from a local team

Price does not include

Airport transfers
Luggage Transfer (max. 15kg per unit)
Private expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)

Custom Add-Ons: We can arrange private accommodation, airport transfers and luggage transfers. The exact price will depend on the details of your request.

Route Variants and Number Of Days: The beauty of a self-guided package is that you can custom-make it to suit your needs and preferences. We will work with you to create the perfect route for your group.