Tour Overview
At just under four and a half thousand metres in height, the Matterhorn is probably the world's most instantly recognisable mountain. This challenging circuit around the Matterhorn has been described as one of the most beautiful treks in the world. The trek certainly has it all; alpine meadows, larch forests, rugged cols, high balcony paths, glacier crossings and views of all sides of the Matterhorn, as well as 25 other peaks of more than 4000 metres. The trip follows ancient trade routes through six valleys and three distinctly different cultures. We pass through the Germanic High Valais, the French-speaking central Valais and the Italian Val D'Aosta, to forgotten meadows and grazing areas where life seems little changed over the centuries. Walking & Trekking Newsletter - Dave Richardson, Sales Consultant and Mark Faulkner, Tour Leader write about Views of the Matterhorn (26 March 2009).
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1Start St Niklaus.
Day 2
Trek from St Niklaus to Gruben via the Augstbordpass (2894m).
Day 3
Trek from Gruben to Zinal via the Forcletta pass.
Day 4
A tougher day, trekking over two cols between Zinal and Arolla.
Day 5
Trek across the Arolla Glacier to the Col Collon and then to Prarayer.
Day 6
A difficult section ascending to the Col de Valcournera, passing glacial lakes before reaching Cervinia.
Day 7
A long day over the Col Theodule (3317m) between the Matterhorn and Breithorn, to Zermatt.
Day 8
Stunning views as we traverse high along the Mattertal with some sections of tunnels, cables and fixed ropes.
Day 9
A strenuous day with some exposed sections and narrow paths before reaching the charming Swiss village of Gasenried; continue to St Niklaus.
Day 10
End St Niklaus.
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