Climbing in the Alps and Caucasus | American Alpine Institute

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  • Traversing Entreves
  • French Alps Classics
  • Climbing the NW Face of Mont Blanc du Tacul
  • Vallee Blanche with Dent du Geant in the distance
  • Descending from the Aiguille du Midi
  • The Bosses Ridge on Gouter Route, Mont Blanc
  • Views from the summit of the Tour Ronde
  • Approaching Mont Maudit
  • N. Face of Tour Ronde
  • The Aiguille du Dru

  Guided Alpine Climbing in the French Alps/Chamonix

  The French Alps are the world capital of alpinism, and for good reason: the range offers hundreds of the highest quality rock, snow, and ice routes with unmatched accessibility.

  • Location:Chamonix, France
  • Season:June - September
  • Length:1 day and up
  • Cost:Prices vary. See cost and dates tab.

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  • Guiding on the Matterhorn
  • Summit of the Matterhorn
  • Matterhorn Ridge
  • Nearing the Eiger Summit above the clouds
  • Matterhorn Approach
  • Matterhorn and Flowers
  • Matterhorn and Lake

  Guided Alpine Climbing in the Swiss Alps

  From scenic climbs like the Rothorn to classics like the Matterhorn and Eiger, Switzerland's Alps offer spectacular and varied climbing in the birthplace of mountaineering.

  • Location:Zermatt and Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
  • Season:July - September
  • Length:4 to 10 days
  • Cost:Varies with program and ratio

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  • En route to Matterhorn summit
  • Descending toward Mt. Maudit
  • On route to the summit of the Eiger
  • Approaching the Matterhorn
  • Mittellegi Hut on the shoulder of the Eiger
  • Climbing Mont Blanc in cold, clear conditions

  Mt. Blanc, the Matterhorn, and the Eiger

  These three peaks, more than any others in the alps, are emblematic of the unique challenges and rewards of alpinism. AAI offers several different programs for ascending one, two, or all three of peaks in the "Alps Trilogy."

  • Location:French and Swiss Alps
  • Season:June - September
  • Length:varies
  • Cost:Varies. Prices are per person.

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  • Crossing the Argentiere Glacier
  • Skinning on the Haute Route
  • Approaching the Col du Chardonnay
  • Descending beneath the Matterhorn
  • Starting the Haute Route
  • Skinning to the Col du Chardonnay
  • Descending from the Col du Chardonnay
  • Resting on the Haute Route
  • Glacier skiing past the Trient Hut
  • Celebrating the Haute Route in Zermatt

  The Haute Route - Guided Hut Skiing in the Alps

  Our high route through the heart of the Alps is among the most scenic alpine tours in the world. We combine safety and avalanche training with glacier skiing techniques on this incredible ski traverse.

  • Location:Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland
  • Season:Spring
  • Length:8 days
  • Cost:Cost varies

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  • Trail from Chamonix to Trient
  • The Matterhorn
  • Mountain Village
  • Hiking past the Moiry Glacier

  Trek the Alps - The Haute Route for Hikers

  Join us on this spectacular trek through the heart of the French and Swiss Alps, from Chamonix to Zermatt. This is the hiker's Haute Route, a summer super-light backpacking version of the famous winter ski hut trip.

  • Location:French and Swiss Alps
  • Season:July - August
  • Length:10 days
  • Cost:Starting at $2840

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  • Mt. Elbrus from Mt. Cheget
  • Climbers high on Elbrus
  • Dawn on Elbrus

  Mt. Elbrus Expedition

  Crowning the great geographic and cultural divide between Europe and Asia, 18,510-foot Mt. Elbrus is one of the world's coveted "Seven Summits." The mountain is heavily glaciated, but its slopes are of moderate angle, making it a suitable climb for those with basic alpine skills and an interest in high altitude climbing. Added attractions on this expedition are the visit to Moscow and cultural experiences in the Caucasus.

  • Location:Caucasus Range, Russia
  • Season:May, & July - August
  • Length:11 to 14 days
  • Cost:Starts at €4200