Tour du Ciel with mountain guide
One of the most impressive ski crossings in Switzerland: over huge glaciers around and up the 4,000 metre peaks of Zermatt and the Mattertal - the tour to heaven!
The Tour du Ciel is one of the most impressive ski crossings in the Swiss Alps. Starting in Zermatt, it leads northwards from hut to hut between the really big four-thousand-metre peaks and over their glaciers. Again and again we cross steep cols, firn ridges or descend through small couloirs. A challenging ski tour in impressive surroundings! We tackle this project together and experience the high mountain world to the full!
Meeting point and tour schedule
- Meeting point: 9.15 Zermatt train station
- Conclusion: approx. 15.00 in St. Niklaus
Tour itinerary:
- Day: We start comfortably with the Breithorn from Zermatt and can acclimatise, get to know each other and get to know each other. We take the cable car from Zermatt to the Klein Matterhorn and do the Breithorn and enjoy a long descent. A climb leads us to the Schönbielhütte.
- Day: A long ascent takes us over the Hohwäng Glacier to Col Durand. Here we enjoy a magnificent view of the Matterhorn and the Monte Rosa massif until we slide or descend more steeply on the other side. Depending on the conditions, we may need a fixed rope here. We continue with a spectacular descent over the rugged Glacier Durand and a short ascent to the Cabane du Mountet. A first full day of touring full of impressive first impressions.
- Day: Today we head via Blanc de Moming to Cabanne d'Arpitettaz. An impressive day on which we strap on our skis over the "Arrete du Blanc" snow ridge and then enjoy a very long descent over the glacier.
- Day 2: Over a small pass to the Cabanne du Tracuit and from there up to the Bishorn. From the Bishorn we enjoy the unique view of the Weisshorn and the surrounding mountains. In a racy descent back to the Cab. du Tracuit.
- Day: Another highlight! The day starts with a descent over the Turtmann Glacier past the Turtmann Hut. From here we cross two small passes where we put on our skis both times to get up. Small couloirs or gullies lead down the other side. Finally, we reach the Wasuhorn from where we tackle a long descent to Jungu. A really varied day. In Jungu we take the small cable car to get back to the main valley.
Requirements
- Mastering the ski touring technique with its basics (skins, hairpin turns).
- Experience with crampons and in steeper terrain.
- Safe downhill technique in open terrain and in different types of snow.
- Stamina for ski tours of around 1200-1500 metres at a normal pace (~300-350m/h).
- Splitboarder:inside only if very experienced and very fit.
Group size
- Takes place with 4 guests per mountain guide.
Price and services
- CHF 1940.-
- Including planning and realisation with mountain guide and his travel expenses.
- Including overnight stay in a hut with half board.
- Excluding travel expenses, possible train tickets, personal consumption.
Material and equipment
- We have for you a detailed packing list with packing tips compiled.
- For this tour you need the following material from this PDF. We carry our equipment with us all the time. Pack only what is necessary.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, preferably directly at Jonas or via the Contact form.
Impressions: Tour du Ciel
So join us on the Tour du Ciel and get very close to heaven:
- 30 Apr - 4 May 2025, Wednesday - Sunday, 5 daysOnly one free place left
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Questions and answers about the Tour du Ciel or how to get closer to heaven ?¿
What is the Tour du Ciel?
The "Tour du Ciel" is a challenging high-altitude ski tour in the Swiss Alps in Valais, which is often planned as a multi-day traverse. It leads through the high alpine regions of Valais, especially around the majestic 4000 metre peaks of the Weisshorn, Zinalrothorn and Dent Blanche. The tour is known for its spectacular views, challenging ascents and exciting descents. Due to the demanding conditions and glacier terrain, it is suitable for experienced ski tourers and alpinists.
Where does the Tour du Ciel pass through?
The "Tour du Ciel" typically leads from Zermatt to St. Niklaus through the high alpine mountain landscape of Valais in Switzerland. The route mainly runs through the Weisshorn group, past the Weisshorn, the Zinalrothorn, the Dent Blanche and the Ober Gabelhorn. You often climb the 4000 metre Bishorn. You typically spend the night in the following huts:
- Schönbielhütte right next to Zermatt
- Cabane du Mountet
- Cabane Arpitettaz
- Cababe de Tracuit
The tour includes glacier crossings, steep ascents and descents, making it a challenging ski tour that requires experience and a good level of fitness. The following is a compact overview:
How difficult is the Tour du Ciel?
The Tour du Ciel is a challenging high-altitude ski tour. It leads over large glaciers and repeatedly over steep crossings. It is rated as ZS, quite difficult. The tours are often 1000-1500 metres long. Experience on glaciers and with crampons and ice axes is necessary.
What accommodation options are there on the Tour du Ciel?
The following accommodation options are available on the Tour du Ciel: