2020 Wilderness Travel Catalog of Adventures

we follow a classic trail used by shepherds for centuries to bring their livestock to mountain pastures, ascending gently as we enjoy views of the Rhone Valley—its mountain folds tucking into the river and hamlets below. Our hike takes us along the edge of the magnificent Trient Glacier to Col de la Forclaz (5,010'), Days 8-9 Col de Balme / Chamonix Climbing through a serene larch forest we reach the Col de Balme (7,201'), which marks the border between Switzerland and France, where we can once again see the beautiful Chamonix Valley. With the glory of the Mont Blanc massif above us, we begin our long, gentle descent, coming full circle on this classic adventure. Depart on Day 9 via Chamonix. JEAN-MARC BLACHE TANYA PERRET

HIGHLIGHTS • One of the world’s classic hikes—and we do it right! • Hike across three international borders on foot and enjoy magnificent mountain and glacier views • Delicious mountain cuisines in each country • Overnights in mountain villages with great charm and character DETAILS • 9-day trip begins and ends in Chamonix • 6 nights hotels, 2 nights small inns with semi-private rooms • All meals included except 1 dinner • All transport during the trip included (cable cars, etc.)

MICHELLE EDMUNDS

DATES Jun 28-Jul 6, 2020 Jul 10-18 Jul 25-Aug 2 Aug 6-14 Aug 20-28 Aug 30-Sep 7 Sep 4-12

MARKHAM JOHNSON

Mediterranean seas. Crossing from France into the mountainous Aosta region of Italy on foot along a trail used by Roman legionaries, we’ll have fantastic vistas of Mont Blanc’s sheer 11,000-foot southern face. On one festive evening, we join in the alpine tradition of passing the grolla bowl (espresso and grappa, flambé !) to toast our day’s adventures. Days 6-7 Into Switzerland / Champex / Trient Glacier / Col de la Forclaz Crossing into Switzerland on foot, we traverse the Val Ferret, passing beneath the massive granite peaks of Mont Dolent (12,543'), the Dent du Géant, and the Grandes Jorasses. The landscape becomes gentler and less alpine, with enticing streams, woodlands, and wildflowers. From lakeside Champex,

TRIP COST $4995 (10-14 members) $5495 (4-9 members) Single supplement: $480

TRIP LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 hiking days on moderate to steep trails, 6-8 hours a day, altitudes between 4,000-8,800 feet, van support, team of up to 3 Trip Leaders

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