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Cervinia to Monte Rosa Guided Traverse

Matterhorn

Join a certified guide on a thrilling 5 day traverse through the beautiful Monte Rosa massif in the Alps.

Private

Alps

5 Days

Jul, Aug

Fit

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Exceptional panorama over a large part of the Alpine Arc
  • Use of cable cars to avoid too long and exhausting walks

Description

On this expedition, you will get to enjoy an extensive experience on the beautiful Monte Rosa massif. You will get to climb to the summits of several wonderful peaks. Those peaks include Breithorn (4,164m), Castor (4,228m), Vincent Pyrmaid (4,215m) and the Punta Gniffeti (4,554m). Each one of these summits offers its own unique set of glorious panoramic views of the Alps. Furthermore, you will also get to climb to the top of the Balmenhorn point (4,167m), where there is the stunning 4 meter high Christ of Summits statue.

Another wonderful aspect of this trip is that you will get to spend the nights in different mountain refuges. They include the Quintino Sella refuge (3,585m), the Guide Ayas refuge (3,420m), and either the Mantova refuge (3,498m) or the Gnifetti hut (3,611m). Also, depending on weather conditions and availability, you may also get to spend a night in the famous Margherita hut, at the summit of the Punta Gnifetti.

While this trip is not solely reserved for experts, participants should have some prior mountaineering experience. You should also be in good physical condition as well.

With such a long list of amazing peaks and refuges, I have no doubt, on this 5 day trip, you will have the time of your life. So send me a request, and let me show you the glory of Monte Rosa.

Price includes

- Guiding fee


Itinerary

Day 1: Breithorn (4,164m)

Starting from Cervinia, we will take the cable car to the Plateau Rosa, then we will cross to the foot of Breithorn, which we will climb, depending on conditions. We will spend the night in the Ayas refuge (3,420m).

Day 2: Castor (4,228m)

Today we will leave the refuge and ascend the beautiful Castor mountain. Afterwards, we will descend by the Felik pass to the Quintino Sella refuge (3,585m), where we will spend the night.

Day 3: Vincent Pyramid (4,215m)

Today we will cross the Lyskamm Nose (4,272m) and go up the Felik and Lys glaciers, and may possibly climb the Vincent Pyramid before going to either the Mantova or Gnifetti refuge, depending on availability.

Day 4: Punta Gnifetti (4,554m)

We will leave the refuge and take the Col de Lys before ascending the Punta Gnifetti before returning to the refuge we stayed in the night before.

Day 5: Balmenhorn Point (4,167m)

On the final day of this trip, we will climb to the Vincent Pyramid and then go to the Balmenhorn point to see the statue of the Christ of Summits before descending back to the refuge, then taking the cable car to Gressoney. From there, we will transfer to Cervinia.

 

Details

Accommodation

Guide Ayas refuge, Quintino Sella refuge, Gnifetti or Mantova refuge, depending on availability.

Meeting point

Briançon, Oulx-Cesana or Cervinia

About the guide

Tomas and his team of IFMGA/UIMLA-certified mountain guides & leaders and rock climbing instructors (Anna, Andrea, Elis, Enrico, Ivan, Julia, Lucia, Marika, and Oreste) are some of the top outdoor adventure professionals in Italy.

Whether you wish to climb the Gran Paradiso or go on an exciting via ferrata in the Dolomites, among other amazing options, they will be able to show you the top spots and the ropes to ensure you have an unforgettable and safe adventure.

Tomas will be your main point of contact during the booking process and will be able to help you with all the questions you have in order to make sure you receive the best possible guiding service.

Pick one of the programs featured for E-S Adventure Guides Italy and start planning an awe-inspiring experience in the mountains!

Languages

Italian | English

Certificates

UIMLA | UIAGM | IFMGA


What people are saying about E-S Adventure Guides Italy

lauren Allen

5.00

September, 2022

Robert was an incredible guide for our via ferrata experience! It was by far, our favorite day on our two week vacation in Italy. Robert is very experienced, and we felt completely safe and comfortable for the whole hike. We also left our hike with some incredible restaurant and hotel recommendations from him! If we make it back to the dolomites one day, we will definitely be booking another trip with Robert!

LUCIAN TICU RUSU

5.00

September, 2022

Everything was OK. Marcello is a very good guide, he is very kind, a true professional. It was a great experience! Thank you!

Tristan O’Brien

5.00

August, 2022

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Bjørn Junker

2.00

May, 2022

Very beautiful trip, with several different interesting types of challenges (need for snow shoes, crampons, varying temperatures, etc.) - We did the ascent in May which still means a lot of snow making the trip quite tough (you need to be in decent shape and have a some experience to enjoy the trip).

Joerg Weber

5.00

March, 2022

We had wonderful days and a lot fun. All arrangments were perfect and easy! Our guide Paolo has been not only an excellent mountain and skiing guide but also he is very nice and empatic person who shared his love and knowledge of the Aosta valley! Wonderful days and skitouring, well organised, we will come again!

Ciara Lucey

5.00

January, 2022

Paolo made the ski trip a total success in difficult conditions. His knowledge and enthusiasm are worth the investment to get the max from this ski area. Thanks again

Jussi Hilden

5.00

November, 2021

Greetings to Marica - excellent arrangements !

Cillian O'Donnell

5.00

October, 2021

We had a great trip, the weather on the particular day was unfortunately bad but our guide was very adaptable and motivated.

Stacia Cummings

5.00

October, 2021

We loved our guide and our adventure. She was very accommodating to our needs and nice to be around. I would totally book with explore share again.

Joseph Lee

5.00

October, 2021

We did a 1 day Ferrata with Marica. We've both never climbed a Ferrata before but we are both good hikers. We enjoyed our trip very much and you don't need to be a climber. Marica took good care of us and she is very informative with the local geography and history. We felt very safe with her. If you are traveling near the Dolomite and want to try something a bit out of your comfort zone, I highly recommend doing a ferrata especially with Marica. We did both ferrata ra gusela nuvolau and ferrata-averau. It took us about 6 hours.

Angelique Mordant

5.00

September, 2021

I had an amazing time with Marika! It was a great day!

Thomas Bonamy

5.00

September, 2021

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Andreea Ciuinel

5.00

September, 2021

Wonderful climb with a very experienced guide. Thank you!

Alex Mück

5.00

September, 2021

The traveller did not leave a comment.

Adam Dexter

5.00

September, 2021

The traveller did not leave a comment.


 

 

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