Mont Blanc - Matterhorn Combination

8 Days

Guiding Ratios & Structure

1:1 Guiding – USD $6,500

2:1 Guiding – USD $5,500 per person

  • Mont Blanc commonly guided 2:1

  • Matterhorn guided to 1:1

Program Overview

An iconic Alpine double featuring the ascent of Mont Blanc (4,808m / 15,770 ft) and the Matterhorn (4,478m / 14,687 ft).

This program is designed for experienced, well-conditioned climbers seeking a structured progression toward two of the most celebrated summits in the Alps. The itinerary remains condition-dependent, allowing strategic route choices and maximizing success and safety.

Price Includes

  • IFMGA / UIAGM Certified Mountain Guide

  • All professional guiding services throughout the 8-day program

  • Group technical gear (ropes, protection, safety equipment)

  • Three nights of hut reservation deposits

  • All hut reservations secured in advance (we manage all booking logistics on your behalf)

  • Pre-trip consultation and preparation guidance

Price Does Not Include

  • International or domestic airfare

  • Hotel accommodations in Chamonix and Zermatt

  • Remaining hut balance payments (typically due directly at hut)

  • Gondola / lift fees

  • Meals (except hut half-board when applicable)

  • Alcoholic and bottled beverages

  • Personal climbing gear and clothing

  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, room service, additional meals, etc.)

  • Travel insurance (including trip cancellation, medical, and evacuation coverage — mandatory)

  • Expenses related to non-scheduled or early departure

  • Guide gratuities

Day 0 – Arrival in Chamonix

Meet & Greet | Equipment Review | Logistics Briefing

We meet in Chamonix for introductions, a detailed equipment check, and a review of weather, conditions, and current mountain strategy. Final route decisions and hut confirmations will be discussed based on forecast and team ability.

Day 1 – High Alpine Preparation: Aiguille du Midi & Arête des Cosmiques

We ascend via the Téléphérique de l’Aiguille du Midi (3,842m). After descending the exposed snow arête from the station, we climb the classic Arête des Cosmiques — a superb mixed ridge offering exciting exposure, short technical sections, and an excellent introduction to steep alpine terrain.

Overnight: Cosmiques Hut (3,613m) or the Torino Hut depending on the objective chosen.

Day 2 – Technical Skills & Acclimatization

Remaining at altitude, we continue acclimatizing and refining essential skills:

  • Movement on mixed terrain

  • Short roping techniques

  • Crevasse management

  • Efficiency on exposed ridges

Objective options may include nearby mixed routes or snow/ice ridges depending on conditions and team needs.

Overnight: Cosmiques Hut or the Torino Hut.

Day 3 – High Traverse Objective

Building on the previous days, we cross the Vallée Blanche to climb either:

  • Aiguille d’Entrèves Traverse, or

  • Point Lachenal Traverse

Both provide excellent exposure, technical refinement, and efficiency practice in preparation for Mont Blanc.

Return to Chamonix to regroup, repack, and prepare for the Mont Blanc phase.

Mont Blanc Phase

Day 4 – Approach to Mont Blanc

Route selection will depend on conditions and team skill level:

Option 1 – Trois Monts Route
A more technical ascent via Mont Blanc du Tacul and Mont Maudit.

Option 2 – Goûter (Normal) Route
The classic ascent via Tête Rousse and the Goûter Hut.

Overnight in hut.

Day 5 – Summit Mont Blanc (4,808m)

Early alpine start for the summit.
After reaching the highest point in Western Europe, we descend via the chosen route.

Depending on route and timing, we may:

  • Return directly to Chamonix

  • Or descend to hut and return the following morning

This portion of the program remains flexible to ensure safety, optimal pacing, and proper recovery before transitioning to the Matterhorn.

Matterhorn Phase

Day 6 – Transfer to Zermatt

Morning transfer from Chamonix to Zermatt.
Rest, recovery, equipment reorganization, and weather review.

Day 7 – Approach to Hörnli Hut

Lift to Schwarzsee and hike to the Hörnli Hut (3,260m).

Arrival is planned for early afternoon to allow:

  • Route discussion

  • Hydration & nutrition

  • Proper rest

The Matterhorn demands precision and efficiency — preparation is key.

Overnight: Hörnli Hut

Day 8 – Summit Matterhorn (4,478m)

Pre-dawn start for the Hörnli Ridge.
The climb involves sustained exposed scrambling on fixed lines and solid alpine rock.

After reaching the summit, we descend carefully to the Hörnli Hut and continue to Zermatt for a celebratory evening.