3 days from 855 € per participant
Guaranteed departure from 4 people
- Ascent of several accessible 4000 m summits offering stunning views over the Swiss and Italian Alps
- An itinerary made easy with the help of ski lifts (day one)
- No booking fees
4000, yes, four thousand, in Saas Fee there're summits all around, and you'll definitely be more than delighted ! This 3 day express program enables you to discover the essential of Saas Fee, in the Swiss canton of the Valais. Accessible ski touring in the country of cheese and chocolate (yes, we're in for some good fondues), surrounded by impressive glaciers, our climbs are made easier with the help of ski lifts. All we have to do is have fun and concentrate on these exceptional downhills from one 4000 m peak to another. Our basecamp is the Britannia Hut that offers outstanding views over the entire 4000 m summit mountain range.
Find anything better to go check out the clouds and the 4000 m summits of the Pearl of the Alps ?
On our first day together at the gateway of the Valais, Switzerland, we meet up at Chamonix or on site. We take the cable car up to 2900 m above sea level, where we start ski touring. We touch our first 4000 m peak, the Allalinhorn (4027 m), "on our way" to the mountain hut, that offers magnificent views over the mountain range.
Ascent/descent: + 1500 m/ - 1000 m
Meals included: picnic and dinner
Accommodation included: mountain hut
A ski touring itinerary amidst the beautiful glaciers takes us up the Strahlhorn, the last 4000 m peak before the Monte Rosa mountain range.
Ascent/descent: + 1100 m/ - 1100 m
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accommodation included: mountain hut
Last and not least on this express program, the Alphubel welcomes you with open arms. This is the highest summit we climb up. You won't be disappointed with its endless panorama. All we have to do now is tackle these long curves all the way down to Saas Fee.
End of trip and transfer back to Chamonix.
Ascent/descent: + 1200 m/ - 2300 m depending on snow conditions
Meals included: breakfast and picnic
Please note: this itinerary is a ski touring course in and around Saas Fee and its 4000 m peaks, and should only be used as a guideline. The guide may adjust certain itineraries according to weather conditions and participants' abilities. We kindly ask you to respect such decision. We may also change accommodation, maintaining identical standards, according to logistics and availabilities.
Please be wearing your ski outfit upon arrival.
We recommend you to get tickets that can be changed.
Getting there
Parking
Free public parking can be found in Briançon (unattended) or just in front of our accomodation.
The slopes may have some short steep sections. You should be at ease with ski touring techniques and skiing on all types of snow. We may also ski on glacier terrain. You should master uphill kick turns without hesitation.
Good physical condition is required, some uphill sections may have to be done on foot. Ascents and descents vary from 800 to 1200 metres per day.
Good to know: If you don't have the required level, the guide might ask you to leave the group for your own safety, that of the group or the well-being of the group as a whole. Don't hesitate to ask us if you have any doubts!
4 to 6 participants
Skiers only, no splitboards accepted.
Azimut qualified mountain guide.
All our mountain guides are certified. We choose them for their sympathy, their teaching and organisational skills. We stay tuned in, work hands in hands, and make sure their working conditions are the best.
Meet our guides just around the corner.
Bring a small day pack large enough to carry your personal belongings for the day such as (extra) clothing, your picnic, a few snacks and security equipment.
Considering the itinerary may be modified due to mountain and snow conditions, ski lift fares are not included in the price. The definite day to day itinerary will depend on local conditions. Budget approximately € 70 for ski lift fares.
The price includes
The price does not include
A 30% deposit, as well as the insurance cost if you choose to subscribe the latter, is required to secure your booking. You will receive a reminder email 35 days prior to departure for the outstanding balance that is due latest 30 days prior to departure.
We strongly recommend you to be properly insured for the chosen activity, medical expenses, personal accident & liabilité, third party risks and rescue (helicopter), as well as trip cancellation or curtailment.
Insurance related to repatriation and research are mandatory when booking a trip with Azimut. We have a full range of insurances on offer to suit the trip you select and the risks that it may incur.
Tipping is no obligation. However participants usually hand round an envelope for those who wish to tip the guide.
Azimut's minibus is used throughout the whole trip. Not only does this make the trip easier, but it also makes it more pleasant: we can chat, sleep and listen to our own music !
In case of emergency or delay, you can either contact your guide (a phone number will be provided before departure) or contact Azimut on: (+ 33) 04 92 23 07 24.
Please inform your friends and family with these details before departure.
Wifi is not available.
Poor mobile & 4G coverage.
During the trip
Depending on the size of group, you might end up sharing a room with someone of the opposite sex.
Before & after ski touring trips
As soon as you register, we'll send you the contact details of accommodation providers where you can spend the night before and after your trip. This accommodation is close to the meeting points and you will often benefit from a preferential rate.
Depending on your itinerary, it may be easier to join the guide at our logistics base in Cervières so that you can use our minibus to get to the starting point of the trip. On request, we can book you an overnight stay before or after your trip at the Lodge Le Petit Cerf, which is our basecamp located exactly at the same place as our agency.
Make sure to wear bright colours, it's good for the soul and give photos a funky edge !
Skiing material (all in excellent condition)
Security advice: avalanche airbag backpacks are highly recommended.
They help to stay on the surface in case of avalanche and minimize the risk of burial. Our guides systematically use them and we highly recommend you to opt for high quality and reliable gear. If you don't have an avalanche airbag we rent them out at a very competitive price.
If you don't have the adequate equipment for the trip, don't worry and travel light: we rent out the required gear and hand it over at the start of the trip ! Our equipment is relatively new, if not brand new, of good quality and adapted to your choice of activity.
Prices of rental equipment during the entire trip (these competitive prices only take into account the number of days of the trip):
Complete Pack (skis, boots, skins, poles, ski-crampons) | 145€ |
Skis (skis, skins, poles, ski-crampons) | 117€ |
Shoes | 40€ |
Sac Airbag | 45€ |
Glacier Pack (crampons, ice axe and harness) | 49€ |
You can choose to rent equipment when booking your trip, or lateron by clicking on “my account”. If any of the equipment that you've chosen is out of stock you'll be notified and reimbursed.
Clothes
This list of clothes is designed to give you an idea of clothes that it may be a good to have with you. By no means do you need to have the latest brands or the latest gear, but if you need to renew your wardrobe, this guide would be a good start.
Headwear
Bodywear
Footwear
Odds & ends
Toiletries and first aid kit
Our guides use the following brands for their gear and you'll have the opportunity to test them during the trip:
We are members of Entreprises du Voyage and APST.
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See you on the slopes !
Have great runs with AZIMUT !