Travel with Chauvin Guides International on what is unquestionably one of the most famous and spectacular ski tours in the world. The Haute Route traverses through the heart of the Alps providing the opportunity for outstanding ski ascents and descents on every stage of the tour. It really is a high level route. We’ll spend most of our time high above treeline crossing glacial terrain surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. For an advanced skier it really is a "must do" trip, one that you’ll never forget. 

The tour begins in Chamonix, France nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc which at 4,807 meters is the highest mountain in the Alps. Most days begin with the classic early "alpine start" and finish with our arrival at a comfortable wardened Alpine hut. These huts, all located in the midst of spectacular mountain and glacial terrain, serve hearty mountain food and drink in a warm, cozy and social atmosphere. You’ll witness an amazing mixture of cultures while staying in these huts as you socialize with ski mountaineers from around world who are also taking on the challenge of the Haute Route. Our tour will finish in the beautiful Swiss village of Zermatt. Anyone with any experience climbing or skiing will be thrilled by the views of the famous Matterhorn towering over the village. Because you’ll be staying in Alpine huts each night you’ll be able to travel during the day with light packs, making the most of the longest and most amazing ski descents you’ll ever do.

The Haute Route is a tour for skiers with advanced skills who are able to ski in variable snow conditions. Skiers should be able to ski "off piste" in all types of ungroomed snow. Also, for our climbs skiers should be able to execute uphill kick-turns without difficulty. This is a challenging tour which requires skiers to be in excellent shape not just for the downhill skiing but also for the uphill sections. A basic knowledge of general mountaineering techniques is helpful but not necessary. Any specialized mountaineering techniques required for this tour can be learned from Chauvin Guides during the first couple days of the trip. We will meet in Chamonix on the afternoon or evening before the tour begins to answer questions, begin packing and finalize other logistics.