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If you’ve ever wanted to climb the world-famous and majestic Mont Blanc, but didn´t feel ready for a challenge of this magnitude, I invite you on my guided tour where we will accomplish this goal through days of acclimatization through **spectacular ascents and descents amongst the snowy alpine delight of the Alps.**

Mont Blanc towers high above the Alps, standing at an impressive 4809 metres, and we will gradually make our way to the summit via days of preparation, including an ascent of **The Gran Paradiso, the only mountain whose peak is over 4000 metres high located entirely in Italy.**

On the first day we meet in Chamonix/Argentiere, where safety information and gear is dispensed before we spend the night in a hotel.

We set off in earnest the next morning, as we **walk together to the Chabod Hut, 2700 metres high.** It is here we trial our crampons and harnesses on the rocks surrounding the hut, in order to gain confidence for the routes ahead. We will also be **staying** in this hut for 3 nights.

The next three days are spent incrementally acclimatizing to the high altitudes, as we practice our snow and ice walks and climbs amongst beautiful scenery, the **idyllic surrounds, cold and fresh air and epic views** making it a delightful area to train in.

The climax of this initial training is the **ascent of the awesome alpine summit of Gran Paradiso**, a challenging 10-hour round-trip walk that will give us the ideal preparation for attempting Mont Blanc.

After a day of heading back down the valley and back to Chamonix for a much-needed overnight rest, the 7th day is when we climb up the ambitious and grand Mont Blanc, a 10-12 hour climb that will physically and mentally test you, but **give you an enormous sense of well-being and satisfaction once you make it to the top.**

We rest our shattered bodies in the Gouter Hut overnight, before descending down the valley where the trip concludes, hopefully with memories to last a lifetime!

**Ascending Mont Blanc is on many people´s bucket lists – book to tick it off yours!**

For those who enjoy this, I also offer 1-Week Mountaineering on Wildspitze, [here](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-wildspitze-1-week-course-snow-ice-tyrol/)!

Alternatively, I offer 7 Days, 7 Summits on Monte Rosa, [here](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/7-days-7-summits-on-monte-rosa/)!

Meeting at 17:00 in Chamonix/Argentiere- the exact hotel’s address will be sent to you before the activity – for a briefing and a gear check.

Meet

Today we will travel Valsavarenche in the Italian Aosta valley, after the obligatory Italian coffee, we will walk together to the Chabod hut (2700 meters). After checking in and resting, we will learn how to put on our harnesses and crampons and will do a short round on the rocks around the hut with our mountaineering boots, gaining confidence. (1000 meters elevation gain to the hut, about 3-4 hours walking)

Climb to Chabod Hut

After Breakfast we will practice walking on snow and ice and the correct usage of ice axe and crampons. Before descending back to the hut we will learn how to arrest a fall on a snowy slope- It is an essential day that serves our acclimatization efforts (450 meters elevation gain, about 3-4 hours walk)

Training

An early start and off we go to climb our first alpine summit- The Gran Paradiso. After the climb we will spend our third night in the hut- to maximize our acclimatization! (1100 m elevation ascent and descent, about 10 hours walking round trip)

Ascend Gran Paradiso

Descend down to the valley and drive back to Chamonix

Descent

After resting well in the valley, we will head up to our Mont Blanc mountain hut- the Cosmique or the Tete Rousse huts are both good candidates for our Mont Blanc ascent. The destination will be decided about a week before our activity depending on the conditions on the mountain. (1100 meters elevation gain, about 4 hours walking to Tete Rousse hut)

Go to Mont Blanc huts

Mont Blanc ascent and an overnight in the Gouter Hut (depending on the hut between 1400 meters climbing to 1100 meters, the summit day is usually calculated as a 10-12 hours day)

Ascend Mont Blanc

Today’s plan is to get back down to the valley where our activity will be concluded! Estimated time to reach the valley- 12:00-14:00

Descent and finish

Meeting at 17:00 in Chamonix/Argentiere- the exact hotel’s address will be sent to you before the activity.

Tal, an IFMGA-certified guide, invites you to join him on a truly epic 8-day mountaineering adventure through snow and ice that climaxes with an ascent of one of the most famous and landmark peaks in the world, the mighty Mont Blanc, high up in the Alps.

Mont Blanc summit with acclimatization on Gran Paradiso (8 days). 8-day trip. IFMGA guide

https://www.harim-mountains.com/mont_blanc_plus_en

Mont Blanc summit with acclimatization on Gran Paradiso (8 days)

Join me on this incredible mountaineering adventure to the heart of the **Alps**. During this trip, we’ll spend a whole week exploring the **Mont Blanc and Argentiere valley** to reach the impressive Mont Blanc summit at an altitude of 4,810 meters.

We’ll meet at **Chamonix**, France and ascend through different routes to explore the whole area. On these 6 days, I’ll teach you about mountaineering, glaciar approaches, crampon use, chords and self-rescue. All this while visiting some beautiful places and enjoying stunning views. Some of the places we’ll visit include **Aiguille de Midi, Bellevue, Aiguille Verte and Pointe Lachenal**, among others. You can check the itinerary below for a more detailed description of what we’ll do each day. Keep in mind that the itinerary is subject to change for safety reasons,  weather conditions, participants’ skill level or hut availability.

This trip to Europe’s most important summit is ideal for all lovers of mountaineering. You’ll be able to enjoy some incredible views from the summit and learn the necessary skills for future trips.

**So join me on this unforgettable experience! Book your trip now and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime.**

I love exploring mountains around the world. Join me for other mountaineering trips in [Huaraz, Perú](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/10-day-mountaineering-trip-to-the-summits-of-huaraz/), [Cerro Unión, Chile](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/1day-mountaineering-adventure-in-cerro-union/) or [Licancabur Volcano, Bolivia](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/2-day-mountaineering-licancabur-volcano/).

Meeting to check itinerary and your equipment. In case something is missing, we can rent it or buy it in Chamonix.

Chamonix

After breakfast in Chamonix, we’ll ride the cable car to Aiguille de Midi (3,810m). Then, we’ll take another cabelway through Mont Blanc towards Italy. From Refugio Torino we’ll begin our ascent. Night at Refugio Los Cósmicos (3,613m).

Mont Blanc tour

After spending the day in the stunning Pointe Lachenal, we’ll take the cablecar back from Aiguille de Midi. Night at Chamonix.

Pointe Lachenal

First, we’ll take a train to the Argentiere town. Then, we’ll take a cablecar to Montets (3,200m). We’ll ascend to the summit of Aiguille Verte. Night in Chamonix.

Petite Aiguille Verte

Cablecar to Bellevue (1,794m) from Les Houches. Mont Blanc train to Nid d’Aigle (2,380m). Night at Refugio Tête Rousse (3,165 m).

Refugio Tête Rousse

First, we’ll go to Refugio de Goûter to have lunch. We’ll go by Dôme de Goûter (4,304 m). We’ll reach the Mont Blanc summit (4,810 m) and descend towards Refugio de Goûter, where we’ll spend the night.

Refugio Tête Rousse - Refugio de Goûter

On our last day, we’ll descend to the train at Nid d’Aigle.

If we can’t reach the summit the day before due to weather conditions, fatigue or altitude sickness, we’ll try to do so very early on the last day in order to reach the train on time.

Last day

Join Carlos, an IFMGA certified mountain guide, on this incredible week-long trip to the summit of Mont Blanc in the French Alps.

Mont Blanc 6-day mountaineering expedition. 6-day trip. Certified guide

Mont Blanc 6-day mountaineering expedition

I will guide you for 7 unforgettable days across the world famous Monte Rosa, Italy, where we will mountaineer amongst some of the most astoundingly beautiful alpine landscapes possible, including glistening glaciers and vast valleys, all in a **fun, safe and not-technically demanding way – perfect for beginners!**

Monte Rosa is the second highest mountain in Italy, and also sprawls in to Switzerland. It’s raw natural beauty of snow-capped peaks and sweeping valleys and vistas make it **a picture-perfect postcard of what you imagine the Alps to be.**

We meet on the first day at 5pm in Chamonix/Argentiere, where all the safety information and gear will be dispensed before we spend the night in a hotel.

We set off the next morning via the Grands Montets lift in order to reach the mesmerizing Grands Montets glacier, where we spend **a fun afternoon completing a snow and ice course**, before a nice 2.5 hour descent to the Argentiere hut, our accommodation for the night.

Over the subsequent four days **we will scale some of the most impressive and exciting peaks in the Alps**, including Schwarzhorn, Vincent-Pyramide and Punta Girodani, and we will consistently smash through the 4000m high barrier, enabling you to **breathe in the fresh, cold and crisp mountain air** high up above Europe.

We are able to replenish our energy each night in our hut accommodation located on the mountains, and we even get to stop by the world-famous Margherita Hut, **the highest mountain hut in the Alps!**

Our final day is spent climbing one last 4000m summit, before our finishing descent and journey back to Chamonix, weary and satisfied at a week well-spent!

**Climbing 7 summits on Monte Rosa is the most thrilling way to spend a week – book now to feel the rush!**

For those that want to progress quicker, I also offer a 1-week intensive course of Mountaineering in Chamonix, [here](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage/)!

For anyone who would like even more time, I offer an “Alpine Semester” 12-day mountaineering course in the Austrian Alps, [here](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/alpine-semester-12-day-mountaineering-course-austrian-alps/)!

Meeting

With the Grands Montets lift we travel quick to the Grands Montets glacier (3200 m)- for a snow and ice course, after which, we descent to the Argentiere hut (2769 m) for an overnight (about 450 meters descent, max 2.5 hours walk)

Snow and Ice course

Descent to the valley and drive to Gressoney (2 hrs.) with one of the afternoon lifts we ascent to the Gnifetty hut at 3625 m  (about 1.5 hours walk to the hut 300 meters elevation gain)

Valley descent

We will climb together 4 mountains above 4,000 meters: Vincent-Pyramide, 4215 m – Schwarzhorn, 4321 m – Ludwigshöhe, 4341 m – Parrotspitze, 4432 m, before walking back to the hut. (1200 m ascent + descent 8-9 hours walking).

Climb 4 mountains

Two major summits: Signallkuppe at 4554 m, on its summit, capana Regina Margherita the highest mountain hut in the Alps will host us for a short break. The Zumsteispitze is our second summit for the day- after which we return to the Gnifetty hut. (1050 m, 7 hours walk)

Two major summits

Via our last 4,000 meter summit- the Punta Giordani 4046 m- we decend back to Gressoney and drive together to Chamonix.

IFMGA-certified guide Tal will lead you on a week-long mountaineering adventure where you’ll be ascending some of the most famous peaks in Europe and taking in stunning panoramic views of the alps, all in a beginner-friendly environment, in Monte Rosa, Italy.

7 days, 7 summits on Monte Rosa. 7-day trip. IFMGA guide

https://www.harim-mountains.com/4000ers_monte_rosa_trekking_summits

7 days, 7 summits on Monte Rosa

If you’re an advanced mountaineer and would like to spend practicing in the **French and Italian Alps**, you can’t miss this chance. Follow me on this program and enjoy the best mountaineering in Chamonix.

The following are some of the contents that we’ll see during the course: **belaying techniques, moving on mixed terrains, anchors in snow and ice, route planning, rope techniques and rescue systems**. By the end of the program, you’ll be able to plan your climbs and execute them with safety using all the incorporated skills.

First of all, we’ll meet in **Chamonix or Argentière** at **5 pm** and have a short trip briefing. On the following days we’ll focus on rock skills (such as short pitching, anchors and rappelling), ice climbing around an alpine hut, and we’ll go for different climbs that will allow to practice and learn by putting our skills to action. 

Regarding requirements, take into account that the program is for **advanced participants** with **background experience on rock and ice**. Also, it’s a demanding course, so it’s mandatory to have a **very good level of fitness**.

**Are you ready for this intensive course? Then don’t hesitate to send the request to make your reservation and enjoy mountaineering in Chamonix.**

You can also take a look at [**stage I**](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage/) and [**stage III**](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage-iii/) of this program.

Enjoy mountaineering in Chamonix and improve your skills on this 6-day intensive course led by IFMGA certified mountain guide Tal.

Mountaineering in Chamonix: 6-day Intensive course (Stage II). 6-day trip. IFMGA guide

https://www.harim-mountains.com/technical_alpinism_stage_II_chamonix_en

Mountaineering in Chamonix: 6-day Intensive course (Stage II)

Looking for a mountaineering program to improve your skills? Then you’ve come to the right place. Follow me on this **1-week intensive course** and enjoy learning and practicing in Chamonix.

During this course, we’ll go over essential mountaineering topics, such as **knots**, **use of the equipment**, **glacier travel** and **crevasse rescue**. Also, I’ll teach you everything that you need to know about **anchors in snow and ice** as well as **rope manipulation**. In addition, by the end of the program, you’ll have developed **basic leading and multi-pitch skills in steep terrain** and have more knowledge about **route planning**.

Our meeting point will be around **Chamonix and Argentière**. I’ll tell you the precise location a few days before the activity. Take a look below for a detailed description of each day’s activity.

Please, keep in mind that it’s mandatory to have **prior mountaineering experience in rock and ice** as well as a **very good level of fitness**. Of course, I will be there to help and guide you!

**So, does this course sound interesting to you? Then get in touch with me by sending your request to book your place. After this program, you’ll love mountaineering even more!**

Are you looking for more advanced programs? Take a look at the [**stage II**](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage-ii/) and [**stage III**](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage-iii/) programs for this activity!

We’ll meet in Chamonix or Argentière at 5 pm and have a trip briefing.

Arrival

On these days, we’ll focus on our rock abilities.

Rock days in the valley

In the surrounding huts, I’ll teach you about walking on ice and snow, the use of an ice axe, belaying techniques, rappelling and steep ice climbing.

Ice days in an alpine hut

On day 6, we’ll go for an ascent to Aiguille du Tour (3,540 meters) or Petite Fourche (3,429 meters). Once there, we’ll put into practice what we’ve learned. The climb will have a duration of 5 hours with an elevation gain of 1,000 meters.

Alpine ascent

We’ll take a cable car and climb a ridge in the French or the Italian side. Then, we’ll descend and finish the course.

End of the course

Follow IFMGA certified mountain guide Tal on this 1-week intensive course and improve your mountaineering skills while you enjoy the fantastic landscapes of Chamonix.

Mountaineering in Chamonix: 1-week Intensive course (Stage I). 7-day trip. IFMGA guide

Mountaineering in Chamonix: 1-week Intensive course (Stage I)

Would you like to take part of a demanding program in a fantastic natural area? Join me on this course for advanced participants and spend **5 days** improving your mountaineering skills in **Chamonix**.

On this intensive course, we’ll focus on improving our speed and efficiency while climbing in rock, snow and ice. Also, we’ll go over **route planning and orientation**. Our method will be ‘**learn by doing**’ and we’ll go for several routes that will represent a challenge.

As for the itinerary, we’ll organize it according to weather conditions. First, we’ll meet in **Chamonix or Argentière** at **5 pm** and have a trip briefing. On the following days, we’ll practice on rock, snow and ice routes as well as classical ridge routes. We’ll enjoy going through alpine terrain with incredible views surrounding us.

Since this intensive course is for **advanced participants**, it’s mandatory to have a **high level of experience in rock and ice** as well as **excellent physical condition**. If you’re an expert with the motivation of improving your abilities, this trip is for you!

**Don’t miss this amazing opportunity in the Alps! Send the request and make your reservation for this intensive course in Chamonix.**

For less demanding options, take a look at [**stage I**](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage/) and [**stage II**](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/mountaineering-chamonix-1-week-intensive-course-stage-ii/) of this adventure.

Would you like to participate in a mountaineering course for experts? Then join IFMGA certified mountain guide Tal on this 5-day intensive course in Chamonix!

Mountaineering in Chamonix: 5-day Intensive course (Stage III). 7-day trip. IFMGA guide

https://www.harim-mountains.com/advanced_alpinisem_chamonix_en

Mountaineering in Chamonix: 5-day Intensive course (Stage III)

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