Have you ever thought about hiking on gleaming glaciers? Smooth alpine meadows? Or scrambling up hair-raising rock safely? Not just enjoying them from a view point separated by a fence? Come with us to the Monte Rosa.

“The Red Mountain” is a range stretching across the Swiss Italian border. Surely one of the most beautiful in the European Alps. It boasts some of the highest peaks, biggest glaciers, and the highest building of Europe. Most visitors believe, it is best enjoyable from viewpoints around tourists packed towns below like famous Zermatt. But why not enjoying it by being part of the spectacular scenery itself? You think it´s impossible? Let us surprise you with a truly unique experience.

Whether just to enjoy mountain walks or the fresh air and incredible nature. Or why not see it as a challenge? You can also consider this as a training for an expedition or high altitude trek e.g. in higher Himalayas, Andes etc. Our highest overnight stay will be at 4554 m above sea level! Or about at the same level with Kilimanjaro´s highest camp Barafu and even higher than famous Matterhorn summit! Beside about nature you can learn all about the right strategy during high altitude walks. You will see, it´s not a survival training though you can learn about it if you wish. Our experienced guides will accompany you and show you the techniques. They are certified by the IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guide Associations), an obligation to guide in glaciated terrain in Europe. An alpine experienced and knowledgeable Indonesian and English speaking assistant guide will support the group and ensure more safety and better course of the trip. And if needed, as a professional photographer specialized in outdoor sports (http://www.nurtantio.com) he will show you some tips in outdoor photography as well.

Last but not least, just to complete the experience we will fly by chopper from the top, roaming just few meters above the glacier and coming very close to the famous Matterhorn.

Day 1
Departure Jakarta CGK or Malaysia and Singapore.

Day 2
Arrival Milano Malpensa MXP around noon. Minibus transfer to Gressoney-la-Trinité / Staffal. Afternoon time free for first walks in the small town.

Day 3
After breakfast in the hotel, Cable Car to Gabiet, short walk to the Gabiet Hut (2375 m). We leave the luggage here and proceed to our first summit Rothorn (3023 m). From there we can see our highest goal: the Margherita Hut (4554 m). This hike is a good opportunity to acclimatize and learn some techniques for our next days. Our IFMGA mountain guide gives us precious tips. Double room possible at additional charge.

Day 4
We leave the Gabiet Hut and hike to the Orestes Hut (2600 m). Our friends Marta and Emil heartily welcome us there. It is an exceptionally comfortable hut with exceptional restaurant. For an additional charge you can get double room with private bath.After a short break we climb our next summit, the Alta Luce (3185 m) with amazing view of huge glaciers and snowcapped summits like Lyskamm and Pyramid Vincent.

Day 5
Well acclimatized we reach higher and enter an alpine environment today. Our goal is the Gnifetti Hut (3647 m) located like a bird nest on rocks surrounded by ice! The last stretch we walk on glacier ice. In the afternoon we learn to use harness, crampons and ice axe.

Day 6
As rope teams we climb the Pyramid Vincent (4215 m). Maybe your first 4000er peak? Supported by our experienced guides no problem. On the way back to the hut we climb the Balmenhorn (4176 m) with Jesus Christ statue on it. A whole day on the glacier, what a great experience!

Day 7
It is not a stroll today. We will feel the altitude and thin air on our hike up to the Margherita Hut (4554 m). But we promise, it´s worth all the effort. It is the highest mountain hut in Europe. And the highest building in Europe as well!Again we move on the glacier the whole day. Ice, ice, ice, all around us. The scenery is just breath taking. We will see the Matterhorn below. Yes, below! Because the Margherita Hut is higher than that beautiful and world famous summit.For the strong ones there are possibilities to climb some summits along the way like Ludwigshoehe (4341 m), Parrotspitze (4436 m) and the Zumsteinspitze (4563 m). Or just spend the afternoon enjoying the thrilling view from Europe highest balcony.Please note that we will only stay in this hut if everybody is fine. In case somebody gets symptoms of altitude sickness, we must descend to the Gnifetti Hut.

Day 8
Another great experience is waiting for us today. After breakfast the helicopter will pick us up from the hut to fly us straight to Gabiet Hut. Wait! We actually will not fly straight but make a „little“ detour flying over the huge Monte Rosa massive and come very close to the famous Matterhorn. It is an unforgettable and crazy experience flying just few meters above the huge glacier.In the afternoon we have the chance to relax and “digest” all those experiences while enjoying the scenery around Gabiet Hut. The owner family will serve a typical Italian dinner to celebrate our trip.

Day 9
We take an early cable car ride down to Gressoney / Staffal where our minibus will be waiting. Proceed to Airport Milano Malpensa MXP. Flight schedule allowing we can make short shopping stop in Milano and continue to the airport later afternoon.Departure to Indonesia / Malaysia / Singapore.

Day 10
Arrival in Asia.

Good to Know An average physical fitness is necessary to enjoy this trip. If you´re able to run non-stop about one hour, enjoy hiking in the mountains and have no problems with knees etc., this trek should be no problem for you. If in doubt we recommend you to consult your physician.

Zero accident is always our ultimate target and 1st priority. It is known that activity in the mountains and high altitude has risk and depends on the weather, health condition, etc. So, there is no guarantee that all the destination in the itinerary can be visited. The program is subject to change for safety reasons.  
We ‘re not responsible for any loss and damage and not also for those caused by delay or change of domestic flight or other transport. Domestic flights in Nepal are sometimes cancelled due to bad visibility. Usually it´s possible to get a helicopter for an extra charge of 450 – 550 USD per person one way. We recommend a travel insurance which covers a rescue flight.

We set a limit of 12 clients for best support and maximum safety.
Non-pork and vegetarian meals are always optional.
AGW WP UFCAE = All Going Well, Weather Permitting, Unforeseen Circumstances Always Accepted.

Zero accident is always our ultimate target and first priority. It is known that activity in the mountains and high altitude has risk and depends on the weather, health condition, etc. So, there is no guarantee that all the destination in the itinerary can be visited. The program is subject to change for safety reasons.

We‘re not responsible for any loss and damage and also not for those caused by delay or change of domestic flight or other transport.We recommend a travel insurance which covers a rescue flight.We set a limit of 15 clients for best support and maximum safety.Non pork and vegetarian meals are always optional.

AGW WP UFCAE = All Going Well, Weather Permitting, Unforeseen Circumstances Always Exception.