Chamonix & Mont Blanc Guided Day Trip with SkyView Panoramic bus
Description
Take a ride on a panoramic bus with a glass top in order to enjoy the wonderful view of the Alps mountains. Enjoy a cable car full of sensation and a mountain cogwheel to see the glacier. A once in a lifetime experience. The cable car will take you up 3842 meters, you have access to different terraces, you will just across the majestic Mont Blanc to snap a picture. For lunch, have free time and try a typical savoy speciality. Explore the stunning mountain resort before riding the mountain train to the Ice of Sea : largest french glacier.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Passport Needed! Our office is situated in front the bus station, you will meet your guide and board the panoramic bus with a glass top in order to enjoy the wonderful view of the Alps mountains.
Once in Chamonix you'll have time to explore Chamonix and enjoy ample free time for lunch (own expense)
Ride up the cable car and discover a spectacular panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley and the French, Swiss and Italian Alps at 3842m ! On a clear day, you may even see the Mattherhorn, the famous Swiss peak and icon of Switzerland – it’s even found on packages of delicious Toblerone chocolate. If it’s open, you can try the unique adventure: "Step into the Void" BREATHTAKING!
Board the charming red cog railway up to Montenvers, you’ll enjoy fabulous views of Mer de Glace. This magnificent glacier is 4 miles (7km) long and averages just under a mile wide. Surrounded by the impressive summits of Les Drus, Les Grandes Jorasses and Les Grands Charmoz, The Montenvers site is a natural living witness of climate change of our era.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our pick-up services are limited to hotels within the airport area. Please be ready between 7h30 and 7h45 to the parking of your hotel, the driver has different pick-ups and will come in the laps of time. The bus will have the name Swisstours on it. Please verify your pick-up confirmation or reach out to us if you need assistance.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Cable car forbidden under 5 years
- Passport is necessary
- Please note that if you take the Aiguille du Midi and Mer de Glace options, you will be provided with a multipass. Multipass which gives access to all the facilities of the Mont Blanc company. If you use this Multipass for a single activity, it will be considered by the Compagnie du Mont-Blanc as used and cannot be refunded if the other activities are closed. The Mont Blanc company offers alternative activities but does not authorize refunds of the multipass.
- The train tickets includes the ice caves and the gondola (but these are not garanteed), the train can be open and not the cave, there is no refund is so because it's the same price
- The operation of the Aiguille du Midi cable car and Mer de Glace train are both subject to local weather conditions on the day. We cannot know if they open before we arrive there, it's a risk to take
- If one of the activity closes, there will be alternative offers, or partial refunds, but the transports won't be refunded in any case
- Please note that the official currency of France is the EURO. Swiss francs are unlikely to be accepted in Chamonix
- Please note: guide will be present with you on the bus and the village. You will have free time in the cable car or train and the guide will meet you after.
- Please note that due to maintenance works in Chamonix, some attractions will be temporarily closed: Mer de Glace (03.11 - 21.11) & Aiguille du Midi (03.11 - 19.12). Alternative tours will be offered during this period.
Reviews(348)
I hate heights and cable cars even more but know I had to do this trip-. Marina was an excellent guide taking through the day really well. She gave us background on everything about the area, mountain and lots more. The surprise for me the trip to the glacier (or what is left of it), it really shows the impact of global warming. 10 hours is a long day but really enjoyable
Fantastic experience that was well worth the trip and cost. Our guide Chris enthusiastically led our tour and provided local knowledge. Le Mont Blanc and La Grotte de Glace are incredible, you won’t be sorry!
The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. She answered all the questions we had and was enthusiastic about the places we visited. She kept us moving so we could maximize our time and communicated clearly the meat up times. The views on the mountain were breathtaking and the ice cave by the glacier was amazing. The village of Chamonix was enchanting. This was a not to be missed experience!
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience and that your guide made the journey both informative and enjoyable with clear communication, enthusiasm, and helpful guidance throughout the day. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the breathtaking mountain views, the impressive ice cave, and the charm of Chamonix. This excursion truly offers a unique combination of alpine scenery, adventure, and discovery. Thank you again for your kind recommendation and for choosing Keytours. We hope to welcome you again soon for another unforgettable experience. Best regards, The Keytours Team
The guide was extremely good. He did a great job.
Thank you for your kind review and for choosing Keytours. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that your guide made such a positive impression. Our guides are passionate about providing memorable and informative tours, and we will be sure to share your compliments with him. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another Keytours adventure soon! Best regards, The Keytours Team
The puck up & drop off was timely & the tour was great
It was just best to experience. I am in love with Nont Blanc and definitely coming again. Amazing mountain, wonderful place and very cute town Chamoneux. Big thank to our guide also he was very nice person🤗
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted that your visit left such a strong impression and that you enjoyed the breathtaking scenery and atmosphere. It's especially rewarding to hear that our guide helped make your day even more memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future with Keytours!
Be wary of weather. We encountered rain, sleet, snow and wind for most of the day. The guide was excellent except for his haranguing about global warming (scam) and kept us informed about all that we saw. The bus was comfortable. The cog wheel train was fun and the history of the area was quite interesting.
Dear David, Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the comfort of the bus, the scenic cogwheel train, and the fascinating history of the region, as well as the guidance provided throughout the day. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another Keytours excursion. Best regards, Keytours Team
Beautiful sunny day in the town. But the temperature drops as you go up the mountain. Be prepared. Absolutely wonderful views
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, Diane! 😊 We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful sunny day and the wonderful views from the mountain. You’re absolutely right — temperatures can drop quite quickly at higher altitude, so it’s always good to be prepared with warm layers. We really appreciate you sharing this helpful tip for future guests. We hope to welcome you again soon on another unforgettable tour with KeyTours! 🇨🇭✨
We had a wonderful experience with Keytours. Some people are picked up at their hotel, others meet in the centre of Geneva at Gare Routiere between the main train station and the Brunswick Monument right in front of their office. There are a number of tours operating from here but they do a good job of checking that you are on the correct bus. Our guide and driver were excellent, very friendly and informative. I thought that the price of the trip from Geneva to Chamonix was expensive but by the end of the day I changed my mind. The guide was with us for nearly all of the trip except when there was free time to explore which gives a sense of calm and reassurance. The views on both excursions from Chamonix were fabulous. It is worth waiting until a day or two in advance of your preferred date before booking to mitigate against bad weather which could really ruin the trip. It was a fabulous experience.
Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful feedback! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with KeyTours and that our guide and driver helped make the day smooth, friendly, and reassuring throughout. It’s great to know you enjoyed the breathtaking views around Chamonix and appreciated the structure of the tour with guided moments and free time to explore at your own pace. We also really appreciate your practical tip about checking the weather before booking — that’s very helpful for future travelers in the mountains. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back soon on another unforgettable Alpine adventure! 🇨🇭✨
Awe inspiring experience seeing the alps in their glory. David did a great job "herding cats" since he was responsible for 2 bus loads of tourists
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! 😊 We’re delighted to hear you had such an awe-inspiring experience enjoying the Alps in all their beauty. It’s also great to know that David managed the group so well and helped ensure everything ran smoothly throughout the day — we will be sure to pass along your appreciation to him. We truly value your support and hope to welcome you again soon on another unforgettable tour with KeyTours! 🇨🇭✨
