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The accommodations were excellent and the food was amazing at each destination, a welcome relief at the end of some strenuous days on the trail. I would highly recommend Alpenwild's services and the Haute Route to anyone seeking a wonderful active vacation. - W.P. - Washington
On a self-guided tour, you’ll hike independently—without a guide—but with all the resources you need: detailed trail notes, topographic maps, a personalized itinerary, hotel bookings, and local travel info. In contrast, guided tours are led by a professional mountain guide.
We handle the logistics—booking and prepaying for accommodations, transfers, and most meals. You’ll receive everything you need for a smooth trip: digital maps, route descriptions, hotel info, and local support if needed.
It's customizable! Typically included are:
Accommodations
Most meals
Transfers
Logistics support
Trail documentation
Optional add-ons include luggage transfers and additional nights before or after the trek.
Our pricing is based on double occupancy. If you’re traveling solo and want a private room, the single supplement covers the cost of the unused half of a double room. Some hotels offer true single rooms, and when they do, we pass along the savings. Rest assured, you’re only paying for what you receive.
Yes. Luggage transfer costs are per route—not per person or per bag—and are split among your group. You can customize how often you receive your bags. We can’t deliver luggage to mountain huts, but we can arrange service to all hotels.
Airfare
Dinners in Chamonix, Verbier, and Zermatt
Cable cars, trams, and buses
Personal expenses (laundry, calls, room service)
Travel insurance
The full trek usually takes 14 days, but it can be shortened. We recommend a minimum of 10 days for those completing the entire route.
Yes! Many hikers adapt our Deluxe Guided Haute Route into a self-guided version. It’s a great way to enjoy the route with more flexibility and privacy.
Only if you're completing the full route—you’ll need to stay in huts for two nights in a row. If you prefer to avoid huts, opt for a modified itinerary like the Deluxe Haute Route, which skips them.
We use a mix of hand-picked 3- and 4-star hotels, mountain inns, and—when included—authentic Alpine cabanes (huts). Some hotels on the route offers private rooms with shared bathrooms.
No. The Haute Route follows a fixed trail, and while daily mileage varies (usually 8–10 miles), it’s not possible to significantly shorten or lengthen the daily routes.
No. There are a limited number of huts on the route, and it’s best to stay in just 2–3. Most nights are spent in comfortable hotels or inns.
We recommend waiting to buy flights until your trip is confirmed. We’ll do our best to match your dates, but hotel availability ultimately determines your itinerary.
Most hotels offer laundry service for a fee. Some guests bring a small bag of detergent to hand-wash items in the sink and hang-dry overnight.
We accept bookings up to 18 months in advance, with most people booking between September and December for the following summer. Self-guided bookings typically close in early spring once hotels fill up.
Yes—we recommend kids be at least 12 years old. Keep in mind the trek is strenuous, and children will need to complete the same distances as adults.
Fly into Geneva, which is just 90 minutes from Chamonix via the shuttle we provide. At the end of your trip, you can fly out of either Geneva or Zurich (both about 4 hours from Zermatt by train).
You’ll need sturdy hiking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and basic gear such as trekking poles and a daypack. We'll provide a full packing list before your trip.
Contact us to plan your itinerary and choose dates. Once you’re ready, submit a booking request on our website. A $500/person deposit secures your spot while we confirm hotel availability. Final payment is due 120 days before your tour starts.
Refer to our Terms & Conditions for details on cancellations. We recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect against unexpected changes.
Alpenwild Adventures are designed for people who are energetic, active and filled with a spirit of adventure. We rate this trip as strenuous. You should be a strong and experienced hiker with proven endurance and in good physical condition. You should be capable of walking 5 to 8 hours per day on good trails, ascending to 3,900 vertical feet per day, at an elevation up to 10,000 feet above sea level.
