Chamonix Valley Adventure - France Family Holiday

8 Days - from $1230

See the highest mountain in Western EuropeTry exciting adventure activitiesRide a cable car up to 3842m!

The charming town of Chamonix is the focal point for adventure sports and activities in the French Alps. The superb location, surrounded by the highest peaks in Europe, has long been a draw for adventurers. We use a mix of cable cars and a cog railway to gain access right into the heart of the mountains, while a huge range of outdoor activities is available on the doorstep. We include mountain biking, walking and a tree-climbing adventure day. There is also plenty of free time to simply relax in Chamonix itself, take in the fresh alpine air, or get a further fix of adrenaline with optional activities such as whitewater rafting, rock climbing, water slides and ice-skating.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start at Les Bossons. 2 Morning mountain bike ride along easy trails; stop for refreshments along the way as a small adventure park; free afternoon to explore Chamonix. 3 Excursion by cable car to Aiguille du Midi with stunning mountain and glacial views; cog railway trip Mer de Glace to visit ice cave. 4 Cable car to the cliff-top peak of Brevent for an exciting 'balcony walk' with great views of the Mont Blanc range; descend back to Chamonix by cable car. 5 Free day in Chamonix. Optional horse riding or pony trekking can be arranged. 6 Great fun for all the family at a forest adventure centre with walkways, bridges and rope swings suspended in their branches. Summer luge ride back towards town. 7 Half day visit to animal park near Chamonix to learn about local wildlife. Afternoon French boules tournament. 8 End Les Bossons.

Mode of travel: Flights direct with Swiss Air. Transfers by private minibus in 75 minutes.
Group size: Min. 4, max. 16, plus leader.
Accommodation: Our base for the week is a well-equipped campsite. Situated on the outskirts of Chamonix in Les Bossons, the site has great views of the Mont Blanc mountain range. Facilities include a barbecue area, washing facilities and on-site snack bar.
Food: All breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $113.40
Trip Reference: FVM
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.