Tour of the Matterhorn

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11 Days & 10 Nights
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Tour of the Matterhorn

  • Complete the classic long distance trek around the iconic Matterhorn
  • Take on two glacier crossings in the hands of a knowledgeable UIAGM guide
  • Share stories with fellow walkers in authentic mountain hotels and huts
  • Enjoy Swiss and Italian specialties like potato roesti and La Fontina cheese
  • Start and finish in glamorous Zermatt, Europe's famous outdoor capital
Walk the Tour of the Matterhorn through Switzerland and Italy on this self-guided inn to inn trek. This demanding long–distance hike circumnavigates the famous peak, offering superb mountain views, as well as an insight into the two distinct regions that surround it, the Mattertal and the Aosta Valley. This is a tough and adventurous trek, but for fans of the Alps, it could not be more rewarding. Hike through alpine meadows, on rocky paths, suspension bridges and glaciers, and for added peace of mind, you will have the full support of a qualified local guide for the two glacier crossings. Relax at the end of the day in atmospheric mountain hotels and huts, and experience the camaraderie that an Alpine trek has to offer. Chat to walkers from all over the world over a beer, swapping stories and advice from the trail.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Zermatt Day 2 Cable car to Sunnegga and walk to Europahut 11 miles / 17 km Day 3 Walk to St Niklaus 10 miles / 16 km Day 4 Walk to Gruben 9 miles / 14.5 km Day 5 Walk to Hotel Weisshorn 7 miles / 11 km Day 6 Walk to Zinal 7.5 miles / 12 km Day 7 Cable car to Sorebois and walk to Les Hauderes 13.5 miles / 21.5 km Day 8 Bus to Arolla and walk to Prarayer 12 miles / 19 km Day 9 Walk to Perreres and bus to Breuil-Cervinia 12 miles / 19 km Day 10 Cable car to Testa Grigia and walk to Zermatt 9 miles / 14 km Day 11 Onward Travel
THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 7kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 7kg is equivalent to 1 single running shoe (not even a pair!). Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information about how we've carbon counted our trips.

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