Choose this itinerary if you’d like to join a co-ed departure. The program and inclusions remain the same as with all-women departures.
This 5-day hut-to-hut Switzerland adventure takes you along one of Valais’ most stunning multi-day routes, beneath the Grand Combin, Vélan, and Mont Blanc massifs. By day, we traverse high passes, turquoise lakes, and glacier vistas; by night, we unwind in welcoming mountain huts and alpine lodges. Smart logistics, small groups, and off-the-beaten-path trails let us fully enjoy classic Valais scenery, wildlife like ibex, and hearty local cuisine.
We meet in Verbier or Le Châble, and hike through high meadows and alpine hamlets, reaching the Mont Fort huts for our first night in the mountains—complete with sweeping panoramic views, at 2,457 m (8,060 ft).
Meals: Dinner
Hiking: 4-5 hours
Elevation: +960 m (3,150 ft)
Accommodation: Cabane du Mont-Fort mountain hut
Today, we’ll set off to traverse the Mont-Pleureur reserve. Along the way, we’ll pause at Lac de Louvie for a swim if conditions allow, then cross a high col with sweeping valley views before descending into Mauvoisin.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Hiking: 6.5 hours
Elevation: +600 m (1,970 ft), -1,200 m (3,940 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel du Mauvoisin
Starting by the dam, we’ll follow glacial valleys to the peaceful, recently renovated Cabane de Chanrion—prime ibex territory! It’s a shorter day, giving us time to relax and enjoy the hut.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Hiking: 3.5 hours
Elevation: +700 m (2,300 ft)
Accommodation: Cabane de Chanrion
On our fourth day, we’ll cross the Tsessette plateau and climb to Col des Otanes, the highest point of the trek, before descending to the spectacular Panossière Hut, set right beside the Corbassière Glacier.
Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Hiking: 7 hours
Elevation: +450 m (1,480 ft), -250 m (820 ft)
Accommodation: Cabane FXB Panossière
For our final hike, we’ll descend toward Moay and Bruson, with the option to take the lift down to Le Châble if our legs are tired—saving about two hours, and perhaps even riding the lift back up to Verbier. We finish with farewells in the valley.
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch
Hiking: 7-8 hours
Elevation: +150 m (490), -1,800 m (5,900 ft)
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This 5-day hut-to-hut Switzerland hiking tour is ideal for hikers who are comfortable with 4-7 hours on mountain trails while carrying a light multi-day pack. While the terrain is not technical, expect narrow paths, rocky sections, and sustained ascents/descents. Great fitness is certainly required. The most elevation you’ll gain within a day is up to +960 m (3,150 ft).
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
5-day hut-to-hut Switzerland hiking tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this 5-day hut-to-hut Switzerland hiking tour is based on shared dorms at mountain huts and a twin-share room/dorm room at the hotel. A single occupancy room at the hotel can likely be arranged at an additional fee. As for huts, most likely it won’t be possible to arrange a single room. Please contact us before booking if interested.
The starting point of your 5-day hut-to-hut Switzerland hiking tour is Verbier or Le Châble, depending on where you spend the night before the adventure (Le Châble for those staying in Le Châble or Martigny, Verbier for those staying in Verbier). To get there, most people fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA).
Once you land, there are several ways to reach your destination, including public transport. Looking to make airport transfers hassle-free? Check out Mountain Drop Offs—they provide door-to-door service in their comfy and spacious shuttles. Use the code 57HCHX to get a 5% discount!
You will meet your guide on Day 1 of the tour, most likely in the morning. We recommend arriving at least a day before Day 1 of the adventure as you’ll start hiking that day.
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