You enjoy yourself on skis, are confident on red runs, comfortably ski on blacks and you like to ski in the fresh snow between the pistes.
You would like to discover ski touring... new sensations and get away from the lifts and queues.
This two day introduction course is designed to initiate you to ski touring in the best way. Starting with appropriate routes, enabling you to familiarise yourself with the equipment, learn technical tips on the climb and receive advice on your ski technique on the downhill.
Far from being an elitist sport, ski touring is accessible to anyone with a good level of fitness and skiing ability. Supervised by a qualified mountain guide or skiing instructor, this short break offers an ideal opportunity to discover this discipline, in complete safety!
You will like
A short stay adapted to beginners
Teaching and guiding by a qualified High Mountain Guide or skiing instructor
Routes adapted to beginners with personalised hints and tips
Incredible views between the Mont Blanc range and Lake Geneva
Each day, the outings are adapted to the weather and snow conditions and to the level of the group. The aim is to make sure you progress safely and get the best snow for maximum enjoyment.
Meet at 9:00am in the village of Montriond or at your hotel in Le Biot to meet your guide.
FIRST HIKE TO COL RATTI
After a transfer by minibus to the start of the tour, the day begins with a briefing on ski touring equipment and safety. At the foot of the famous Roc d'Enfer, there's a gradual climb up sunny slopes to the Col Ratti (1923m) and the first descent away from the slopes, with a spectacular panorama of the Mont Blanc massif. During the day, time will be set aside for a snow and avalanche research workshop. Return to the village of Le Biot for the evening and overnight at the hotel. 4 to 5 hour hike / Elevation : approx. +/-550m
Day 2
COL DE COUX - LA BERTHE
Departure from the Vallée de la Manche for one of the great classics of the Chablais: the Col de Coux (1921m), a border crossing between France and Switzerland, then the often windy crest of the Berthe at 1992m. A beautiful mountain atmosphere on an accessible hike facing the Dents du Midi massif. It's also a great opportunity to spot chamois and ibex wintering on the nearby Vanet ridge. A beautiful, wild and risk-free descent, whatever the snow conditions.
5 to 6 hour hike / Elevation: +/-850m
End point around 4:00pm in Morzine/Montriond.
The programme has been drawn up on the basis of the latest information available at the time of writing; imponderables are always possible and situations beyond our control may alter its course.
The trip
LEVEL **
Elevation: +/-500 - 850m approximately per day.
A good fitness level is required to make the most of this weekend. Ski ability, you must be confident on a red run and have and the basic principles of skiing off-piste.
GUIDING
Number in a group between 2 - 8 people supervised by a qualified professional (high mountain guide or skiing instructor).
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation in a small family-run hotel 10km from the resort of Morzine. Rooms for 2 to 4 people with private bathroom.
MEALS
Breakfast and dinner will be taken at the hotel. Second day picnic is included and ordered at the hotel.
IGN Top 25 - 3528 ET Morzine and 3530 ET Samoëns (1/25 000)
Practical information
ACCESS TO DEPARTURE POINT
Meeting point the first day at 9:00am in the village of Montriond or at your hotel if you book an extra night.
BY TRAIN
Inbound: Depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 09:11 arrive in Thonon at 13:33.
Night train: Depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 23:12 arrive in Cluses at 08:20.
Return: Depart Cluses at 17:22 arrive Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 23:00.
Times given are indicative and should be verified at a train station or at www.oui.sncf
In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. In no case can we be responsible for your own Personal Liability. If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.
Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.
CONTACT US
If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible.
+33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07
Hôtel les Sapins: +33 (0)4 50 75 90 56
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Equipment & luggage
EQUIPMENT LIST
Avalanche safety equipment including (transceiver, shovel and probe) is provided. However, if you have your own and would like to use them you are free to do so.
Clothing
Waterproof ski or ski touring trousers
Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
Breathable or merino wool leggings
Fleece or jumper
Insulating down jacket
2 pairs of ski gloves and a warm hat
Walking socks (1 pair per day)
Other Equipment
Ski touring boots, touring skis with touring bindings, skins, poles and ski crampons (equipment can be rented in Morzine)
Rucksack minimum 35 litre capacity
Sunglasses and ski mask
Sun cream
Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
Knife, fork and spoon
Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
Plastic cup for coffee
Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
Survival blanket
Identity card or passport
BACKPACK
Bring a comfortable backpack of 35 to 40 litres for your avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel and probe), personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.
2 Days
Guided / with a guide
With baggage transportation
Comfort (room)
Level ** 
From 325 €
