Hike the breathtaking Aravis mountains to Lake Annecy from La Clusaz and the Tour du Mont Blanc via Chamonix, Le Flégère, Les Houches and Les Contamines. Trek via stunning, well-preserved villages, including Grand Bornand, Chinaillon, Clusaz, and Talloires. This walk has it all: mountains, lakes, epic views of Mont Blanc, authentic secluded old villages, glorious alpine meadows, and centuries-old accommodations.
The Aravis Range is is where the locals come to hike, away from the crowds. Walk through the famous Haute Savoie region and the Aravis Mountain Range which is adorned with the stunning Pointe Percée and the village of Megève to Lake Annecy.
During this tour, you will stay in 3-star hotels or auberges and a 4-star hotels in Annecy and Chamonix. All the accommodations are accustomed to welcoming hikers and are very well-equipped to make your stay comfortable regardless of the weather conditions. Rooms are typically better than very comfortable. The hotels provide what you would expect from standard 3-star and 4-star hotels, including spas and sometimes pools. We will discuss these options with you during the booking process.
Dining
You will be provided with 9 breakfasts and 4 dinners. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know when you book so we can inform your hosts. If you have severe food allergies, it’s always worth bringing snacks, especially as ingredients and supplies can be hard to obtain in the mountains.
The towns and villages you pass through are renowned for their specialty cheeses and meats (many of which continue to be produced by hand). If you’re lucky enough to encounter a local farmers’ market, the choice and range of local foods are staggering. Some of your accommodations can also prepare a picnic lunch for you (at an additional cost). However, one of the highlights is the French food. You will be able to choose from the amazing choice of French delicacies for lunch, which can be bought in numerous places in the towns where you are staying before you set off.
This walk is available from 15th June through to 10th September.
Challenging — tracks and trails on this tour will have prolonged ascents and descents, sections of rough surface, and steps. An active lifestyle and being an experienced walker make the journey enjoyable. We suggest an exercise regime of 3 to 4 times a week in addition to your usual weekly walks. See the fitness guide.
You will walk around 16km a day and climb an average of 820m a day (up to optional 1400m). The well-defined and waymarked trails cover various terrains, including high alpine pastures, rocky mountain paths, and mountain and lake towns and villages.
Although the route is well-waymarked for each walk, you will be provided with a comprehensive summary of daily walks, maps (and GPX tracks), and our app for your device with GPX tracks.
This walk starts in Chamonix. The closest airport is Geneva Airport. There is also a train station in Chamonix if you wish to arrive by train from Paris, for example.
Geneva Airport to Chamonix & Return
Please note these transfers or a bus are available from Geneve Airport to Chamonix at your own cost. Please see Chamonix Mountain Drop Offs for a shared transfer. They only operate between 10.00 am and 7.30 pm (Saturday to Wednesday) or 9.00 pm ( Thursday and Friday nights only)
A helpful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from or to other destinations.
Onward Travel From Annecy
The trip ends in Annecy. From here, there are many options to travel all over Europe, including Paris, or back to Geneva.
Another helpful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from or to other destinations.
Each morning, it will be up to you to place your luggage at the designated luggage pick-up point within the hotel by 8.00 am. This generally will be at reception or where you pick up your luggage the night before. Please consult your hosts if you need any details. Bags must be no more than 15kg (this is French legislation)
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form or email us at info@stroll.com
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Hike the breathtaking Aravis mountains to Lake Annecy from La Clusaz and the Tour du Mont Blanc via Chamonix, Le Flégère, Les Houches and Les Contamines. Trek via stunning, well-preserved villages, including Grand Bornand, Chinaillon, Clusaz, and Talloires. This walk has it all: mountains, lakes, epic views of Mont Blanc, authentic secluded old villages, glorious alpine meadows, and centuries-old accommodations.
The Aravis Range is is where the locals come to hike, away from the crowds. Walk through the famous Haute Savoie region and the Aravis Mountain Range which is adorned with the stunning Pointe Percée and the village of Megève to Lake Annecy.
During this tour, you will stay in 3-star hotels or auberges and a 4-star hotels in Annecy and Chamonix. All the accommodations are accustomed to welcoming hikers and are very well-equipped to make your stay comfortable regardless of the weather conditions. Rooms are typically better than very comfortable. The hotels provide what you would expect from standard 3-star and 4-star hotels, including spas and sometimes pools. We will discuss these options with you during the booking process.
Dining
You will be provided with 9 breakfasts and 4 dinners. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please let us know when you book so we can inform your hosts. If you have severe food allergies, it’s always worth bringing snacks, especially as ingredients and supplies can be hard to obtain in the mountains.
The towns and villages you pass through are renowned for their specialty cheeses and meats (many of which continue to be produced by hand). If you’re lucky enough to encounter a local farmers’ market, the choice and range of local foods are staggering. Some of your accommodations can also prepare a picnic lunch for you (at an additional cost). However, one of the highlights is the French food. You will be able to choose from the amazing choice of French delicacies for lunch, which can be bought in numerous places in the towns where you are staying before you set off.
This walk is available from 15th June through to 10th September.
Challenging — tracks and trails on this tour will have prolonged ascents and descents, sections of rough surface, and steps. An active lifestyle and being an experienced walker make the journey enjoyable. We suggest an exercise regime of 3 to 4 times a week in addition to your usual weekly walks. See the fitness guide.
You will walk around 16km a day and climb an average of 820m a day (up to optional 1400m). The well-defined and waymarked trails cover various terrains, including high alpine pastures, rocky mountain paths, and mountain and lake towns and villages.
Although the route is well-waymarked for each walk, you will be provided with a comprehensive summary of daily walks, maps (and GPX tracks), and our app for your device with GPX tracks.
This walk starts in Chamonix. The closest airport is Geneva Airport. There is also a train station in Chamonix if you wish to arrive by train from Paris, for example.
Geneva Airport to Chamonix & Return
Please note these transfers or a bus are available from Geneve Airport to Chamonix at your own cost. Please see Chamonix Mountain Drop Offs for a shared transfer. They only operate between 10.00 am and 7.30 pm (Saturday to Wednesday) or 9.00 pm ( Thursday and Friday nights only)
A helpful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from or to other destinations.
Onward Travel From Annecy
The trip ends in Annecy. From here, there are many options to travel all over Europe, including Paris, or back to Geneva.
Another helpful planning tool for travel is Rome2Rio should you be travelling from or to other destinations.
Each morning, it will be up to you to place your luggage at the designated luggage pick-up point within the hotel by 8.00 am. This generally will be at reception or where you pick up your luggage the night before. Please consult your hosts if you need any details. Bags must be no more than 15kg (this is French legislation)
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form or email us at info@stroll.com
2 PAX OR MORE
4 PAX OR MORE
2 PAX OR MORE
4 PAX OR MORE