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4 days in Chamonix

Mont Blanc, the Aiguille du Midi and legendary off-piste.

Best time
Dec – Apr
Ideal length
4 days
A day, mid-range
$350 per person
Trip for two
about $2,800

Planning a 4-day trip to Chamonix? Here's a day-by-day Chamonix itinerary with what it costs, where to stay and how to get there, ready to follow or make your own.

Why go now

Chamonix has snow from December to April and the Vallée Blanche, one of the world's great off-piste runs.

Chamonix is the birthplace of modern mountaineering and host of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, beneath Mont Blanc.

  1. Jan: a good time to go
  2. Feb: a good time to go
  3. Mar: a good time to go
  4. Apr: a good time to go
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec: a good time to go

Winter: -8 to 2°C.

Create my Chamonix trip

Don't miss

Best things to do in Chamonix

  • 01

    Aiguille du Midi

    A cable car to 3,842 m facing Mont Blanc.

  • 02

    Mer de Glace

    France's largest glacier.

  • 03

    Vallée Blanche

    A 20 km guided off-piste descent.

  • 04

    Chamonix town

    Lively après and restaurants.

Day by day

Chamonix itinerary for 4 days

  1. D1

    Day 1: Arrive under Mont Blanc

    Morning
    Transfer from Geneva airport (about 1 hour) and check in; pick up your Carte d'Hôte guest card for free valley buses and trains.
    Afternoon
    Rent ski gear and walk the town centre, past the statue of Saussure pointing at Mont Blanc.
    Evening
    Dinner of tartiflette or fondue savoyarde, then a génépi nightcap.

    Book ski hire online for a discount and less queueing.

  2. D2

    Day 2: Aiguille du Midi

    Morning
    Take the first cable car up the Aiguille du Midi to 3,842 m for close-up views of Mont Blanc and the Vallée Blanche.
    Afternoon
    Step into the Void, a glass box over a 1,000-metre drop, then ski Les Grands Montets or Brévent in the afternoon.
    Evening
    Après-ski in a lively bar on Rue des Moulins.

    Altitude can cause headaches; move slowly at the top.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Mer de Glace

    Morning
    Ride the red Montenvers rack railway to the Mer de Glace, France's largest glacier, and walk down to its ice cave.
    Afternoon
    Ski Flégère and Brévent, which face Mont Blanc across the valley, with lunch on a sunny terrace.
    Evening
    Dinner in Argentière, a quieter village up the valley.

    Experienced skiers can do the 20 km Vallée Blanche off-piste only with a mountain guide.

  4. D4

    Day 4: Home

    Morning
    A last morning on the slopes, or a walk on the snowy Petit Balcon Sud trail.
    Afternoon
    Lunch and pick up Savoyard cheese and charcuterie.
    Evening
    Transfer to Geneva and fly home.

    Allow extra time for weekend traffic to Geneva.

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Shorter or longer

Chamonix in 3, 4 or 6 days

3 days in Chamonix

Follow days 1 to 3 above and leave out “Home”. Start early each day and book the main sights ahead.

6 days in Chamonix

Slow down with a free day for a spa, a cooking class or simply wandering.

What it costs

Chamonix trip budget

StylePer person, a day4 days for two
Budget$180$1,440
Mid-range$350$2,800
Luxury$800+$6,400

Stay, food, local transport and entry fees; travel to Chamonix is extra. Rough guides from recent prices, so check before you book.

Where to stay

Best hotels in Chamonix for every budget

  • Budget

    Chalet hostels

    Chamonix Sud

    Walk to lifts.

    from $110 /night

    Prices
  • Mid-range

    Hôtel Mont-Blanc area chalets

    Centre

    Cosy stays.

    from $300 /night

    Prices
  • Luxury

    Hameau Albert 1er

    Centre

    A Michelin-starred hotel.

    from $600 /night

    Prices

What to eat

Food to try in Chamonix

  • Tartiflette

    Potatoes, reblochon and bacon.

  • Fondue savoyarde

    Alpine cheese fondue.

  • Génépi

    A herbal Alpine liqueur.

Getting there

How to reach Chamonix

Travel
Geneva airport is about 1 hour by transfer.
Getting around
Free buses and trains in the valley with a guest card.
  • Book the Aiguille du Midi early in the day.
  • Only ski the Vallée Blanche with a guide.

Before you go

What to pack for Chamonix

  • Power bank and charging cables
  • Passport and visa printouts
  • Thermals, gloves and a woollen cap
  • Waterproof boots
  • A small first-aid kit
  • A reusable water bottle
  • A forex card or some local cash
  • Travel insurance

Good questions

Chamonix trip FAQs

How many days are enough for Chamonix?

4 days are enough to see the highlights: Aiguille du Midi, Mer de Glace, Vallée Blanche. Add a day or two if you like a slower pace.

How much does a 4-day Chamonix trip cost?

Roughly $180 a day per person on a budget, $350 mid-range and $800+ for luxury, not counting travel to get there. For two people mid-range, that's about $2,800 for 4 days.

What is the best time to visit Chamonix?

Dec – Apr. Chamonix has snow from December to April and the Vallée Blanche, one of the world's great off-piste runs.

Where should I stay in Chamonix?

Budget: Chalet hostels (Chamonix Sud), from about $110 a night. Mid-range: Hôtel Mont-Blanc area chalets (Centre), from about $300 a night. Luxury: Hameau Albert 1er (Centre), from about $600 a night.

How do I reach Chamonix?

Geneva airport is about 1 hour by transfer.

Is 3 days enough for Chamonix?

Yes, if you focus: follow days 1 to 3 of the itinerary above and skip "Home". 4 days is the comfortable length.

What is the weather like in Chamonix?

Winter: -8 to 2°C.

What food should I try in Chamonix?

Tartiflette: Potatoes, reblochon and bacon. Fondue savoyarde: Alpine cheese fondue. Génépi: A herbal Alpine liqueur.

How do I get around Chamonix?

Free buses and trains in the valley with a guest card.

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