Swiss Rock Guides

The Grand Tour

Mt. Blanc, Matterhorn and Eiger

Photo by Freddy. Mt. Blanc seen from the Aig. du Midi

This is a great combination of the highest peaks in the western European Alps, with striking wild peaks in granite, limestone and gneiss rock surrounded by the biggest glaciers in Europe.

Rated D to PD or SZ to S

The transfer by train from climb to climb takes you through incredible countryside, which is by itself an experience. I offer a fast track climb for experienced well seasoned climbers in 6 days only. I do recommend a acclimation climb first hand to get to know each other, the climbing style to increase your changes to summit. That is optional but a recommendation, if one is acclimatized and very skilled the fast track will be fine.

6-Day Ascent

Day 1:

Meet in Grindelwald around noon. Equipment check and the train ride to Eismeer at the Jungfraujoch train. Climb to the Mittelleggi Hut that takes about 2 hours.

Day 2:

Climb the Eiger via the Mittelleggi ridge and descend via the Eigerjocher or west face to Grindelwald. Overnight in a hotel in Interlaken.

Day 3:

Travel to Zermatt by train from Interlaken (4Hrs.). Hike up to the Hoernli Hut for about 2 hours.

Day 4:

Climb the Matterhorn (approx. 8 hours). I will have set time of 2 hours to the Solvay hut as a return point. Return to Zermatt and stay in a hotel overnight.

Day 5:

Travel to Chamonix by train. Climb to the Cosmique Hut, Tete Rosse or Gouter hut depending on hut availability and climbing conditions.

Day 6:

Climb Mt. Blanc and return to Chamonix, where we end the trip. Individual travel back where you need to go.

The order of the climb is best suited when climb from the lowest to the highest peak to avoid getting altitude sickness. If one of the climbs is not in condition or the weather is not good enough, I will do an alternative climb with you.

Recommendation!

If you fly in from overseas and or live at sea level, I recommend an acclimation climb first. Your chance of summitting is higher. The climb will be easier. I can coach you and get to know you better than just going for the summits.

1 Day:

We meet around noon in Interlaken and drive to the Kiental/Griesalp, hike to the Gspaltenhorn hut 3-4 hours.

2 Day:

Climb the Gspaltenhorn 4 hrs. and back out to Griesalp, return to Interlaken or Grindelwald.

Continue as above for the 6-Day climb.

July – August- September

6 Day climb

Cost: CHF 6'090.00 (1 person) 1:1 (client to guide ratio)

Includes: guide fee for 6 days, hut fees, 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners.

Not Included: Any travel expenses (train, buses and trams), drinks, equipment, lunch

Previous mountaineering experience required.

8 Day climb