Chamonix Mont-Blanc: Mer de Glace

Your day trip from Geneva begins with an unforgettable 90-minute drive across the Switzerland-France border and through the picturesque Arve Valley to Chamonix, situated at the foot of majestic Mont Blanc, the highest peak in both the Alps and Western Europe at 15,780 feet (4,800 meters). Head back down to Chamonix for lunch ( not included in the tour price). After lunch, board the charming red train cars of the scenic rack railway to Montenvers – a railway that has been moving passengers through the mountains since 1908. In Montenvers, you’ll enjoy fabulous views of the Mer de Glace. This magnificent glacier is 4 miles (7km) long and averages just under a mile wide. Surrounded by the impressive summits of Les Drus, Les Grandes Jorasses and Les Grands Charmoz, Montenvers is the perfect place to learn about the glacier and other features of the Alps.

Address or meeting point

Bus Terminal (Place Dorcière)

Hours & minutes

Approximately 9 and a half hours

Start or opening time

Daily throughout the year (except 25/12 and 01/01) and departs at 08.30 hours

End or closing time

At 18.05 hours

Position

Is there any parking? Is it on the street, private or public? No parking available

Is it possible to get there by public transport? Yes

Guides & companions

Is it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? Yes

Which languages do guide/instructors speak? French and English (min 8 pax)

Are audio guides or brochures available? if so, in which languages? No

Are they trained in CPR/First Aid? Yes

Do you provide additional companions or personnel? No

Shopping information

Is there a shop? How much time is spent on shopping? Yes

Are credit/debit cards accepted? Which ones? Yes

Content & Specialized items

Are additional items needed? Which ones are included? No, includes transportation by bus, Mer de Glace and French and English speaking guide

List items not included and their renting cost at the venue Meals, drinks and cable car to the Aiguille du Midi are not included

List the specific clothing required We recommend yout to wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes

Meals

Is lunch/dinner included on this tour? No

Is there a restaurant at the venue? Yes

Are there smoking / non smoking areas? Yes

Are there restrooms available? Yes

Snacks

Is there a snack included? No

If not included, is there any place to get a snack? No

Drinks

Are drinks included? Yes

Is there any place to get a drink? No

Physical condition

What is the fitness level required? Any

Would people with limited mobility have accessibility problems? (to the vehicle, to the restaurant,...) Yes

Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? No

Advisories

Is there any fee or limitation for photo/video camera usage? No

Product price detail

At 8.30 am

Age of child

Appropriate age for child ticket from 4 to 12 years

For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.