Chamonix, Aiguille du Midi 3842 m
Chamonix Mont-Blanc, the top of Europe! Glaciers, high mountains, rocks, snow and ice are the main ingredients of your day trip to Chamonix Mont-Blanc.
Enjoy the fantastic vistas from the Aiguille du Midi viewing platforms, at an altitude of 3777 m (12,391 ft). Feel the vibes of high altitude and walk under the ice in the Sea of Ice.
Your private excursion
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After crossing the French border, your chauffeur will drive you along this green valley surrounded by the French Alps mountains. When you take the spectacular Egratz viaduct, you will see the first peaks and eternal snows of Mont Blanc, the top of Europe. You are now entering the Chamonix valley, you will enjoy these beautiful landscapes with multiple photo stops.
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You will take the steep, second section of the cable car, up to the altitude of 3777 m (12,391 ft), and finally a lift to the summit platform of the Aiguille du Midi, at an altitude of 3842 m (12,604 ft). From the top, the Aiguille du Midi and its many terraces offer a 360° vista on the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take the time to contemplate the beauty of the Mont Blanc’s highest peaks and glaciers.
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DYou are watching the top of Europe. Can you see any mountaineer in the distance? For those who have no fear of heights, try the ‘Pas dans le vide’ (Step into the Void), a 5-side glass box, with over 1000 m (3280 ft) under your feet! If you who have opted Mont Blanc Panoramic Tour, the cabins will take you above the Giant Glacier to reach Helbronner point in Italy (1 hour return ride).
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Your first ascent is with the first section of Aiguille du Midi cable car. You will discover the daunting Aiguilles de Chamonix from the altitude of 2317 m (7601 ft), the starting point of an optional hike accompanied by a professional mountain guide to Montenvers Ice Sea.
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You will take the steep, second section of the cable car, up to the altitude of 3777 m (12,391 ft), and finally a lift to the summit platform of the Aiguille du Midi, at an altitude of 3842 m (12,604 ft). From the top, the Aiguille du Midi and its many terraces offer a 360° vista on the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Take the time to contemplate the beauty of the Mont Blanc’s highest peaks and glaciers.
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SUMMIT EXPERIENCE ON MIDI PEEK 12600 Ft
Aiguille du Midi is a world-class attraction. Take Europe’s highest cable car, fly over the glaciers and enjoy the amazing beauty of the panoramas from the viewing platforms. Some of France’s, Italy’s and Switzerland’s most mythical summits are right around you.