Guided Ski Touring, Haute Route of Grisons
Discover the magic of ski touring in the Swiss Alps with a 5-day guided traverse from Julier Pass to Flüela Pass in the Grisons region. Enjoy untouched slopes, breathtaking alpine scenery, and cozy mountain huts — a serene alternative to the crowded Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt. Experience authentic ski touring in Switzerland and join a small group for this unforgettable alpine adventure.
Group
Schweizerland Alps
5 Days
Feb - Apr
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- You can enjoy ski touring experience in place that unites beautiful mountains with tranquility in the heart of the Alps.
- True ski traverse with cozy traditional alpine huts.
- Real Taste of mountaineering traversing the Piz Kesch massif.
Description
Experience a quieter, more intimate alpine adventure — a great alternative to the classic Haute Route Chamonix–Zermatt. Over five unforgettable days between the Julier Pass and the Flüela Pass, you’ll traverse high cols, ride long powdery descents and spend nights in traditional alpine huts — all framed by the dramatic, majestic landscapes of Grisons (Graubünden).
This guided trip packs the essence of ski touring into one beautifully balanced itinerary: varied terrain, superb slopes, glacier-fed views, and the pure satisfaction of a true alpine traverse — without the crowds. Whether you’re chasing technical lines or simply want to immerse yourself in the mountains, this route delivers.
Spaces are limited — join us and feel what ski touring in the Alps is really about. Book your place or enquire today to reserve your spot.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Half-board meals during trip
- Mountain guide's expenses
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: The Traverse Begins
We meet in Bivio in the morning and take a taxi transfer to the Julier Pass, where our traverse begins. From there, we climb over Piz Surgonda (3,195 m) and descend to the Jenatsch Hut for the night.
Day 2: Crossing to Es-Cha Hut
From the hut, we climb up to the Fuorcla Laviner Pass and enjoy a ski descent to the village of Preda. From there, we take the train through the Albula Tunnel and skin up to the Es-Cha Hut.
Day 3: The Kesch Traverse
A steep ascent leads us to Porta d’Es-Cha before descending to the north side. We then climb Kesch Pitschen and ski down to the Kesch Hut.
Day 4: Fontauna and Vallorgia valleys
We traverse the Fontauna and Vallorgia valleys and climb over the Scalettahorn before skiing down to the Grialetsch Hut.
Day 5: The Grand Finale
Our final day takes us to the winter summit of Piz Sarsura, followed by a long and rewarding ski descent to Crastatscha in the Engadin Valley.
Details
More info
Participants should be confident skiing off-piste slopes up to 35°, and capable of using kick turns and short bootpacks during climbs. Daily stages can last up to 6 hours, with as much as 1,450 meters of ascent.
Equipment you will need to bring
Crampons
Ice axe
Harness
Water bottle
Backpack
Helmet
Poles
Ski equipment
Sunglasses
Goggles
Avalanche eqmnt
Climbing skins
Hut sleeeping bag / hut sheet
About the guide
Juho
5.0
(11)
Mountain Leader
Hi, my name is Juho, a mountain guide originally from Finland. I started to guide when I came to Chile end of 2006. I was a living and working in Chile while I took UIAGM guiding cources in Argentina until 2011. Nowadays I am living on the shore of Lake of Constanz on Swiss-German border. ...and guiding from here in the Alps, Northern Scandinavia and in the Andes. I have also a small guiding company in Konstanz.
Languages
German | | English
Certificates
AAGM
What people are saying about Juho
Bruno
carlotta
William
What an amazing place to tour, can't recommend it highly enough. And to make it even better Juho is a fantastic guide (& cook!) and really made the week something special.
Warren
Super nice best guide had a great time. He is also a great cook!!! I have been with several guides over the years he is the best. Many thanks. Warren
Grace
Great week with Juho in beautiful Norway. Can’t wait to tour with him again next year!
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