Summer Adventure
Gran Paradiso, the highest peak in Italy
Bespoke Adventures Summer 2026
Preparation ahead of the ascent
This journey onto Gran Paradiso offers a physical challenge for sure, alongside a chance to step into a quieter, wilder rhythm and experience the mountains in their raw beauty. As you prepare, take a moment to consider what draws you to the climb, whether it’s pushing your limits, finding space to think, or simply being in nature. Setting a simple intention can help shape the experience.
A basic level of fitness will make the journey far more enjoyable. Building stamina through walking, hiking, or uphill training in the weeks beforehand will help you move more comfortably and confidently, allowing you to focus on the experience rather than the effort. You could also consider taking advantage of our Adventure Fit programmes (Adventure Fit and Adventure Fit Advanced) for your preparation.
The Transformational Adventure
Begin
Friday: Fly to Geneva
Transfer from Geneva Airport to Chamonix.
aCCOMMODATION
Chamonix
Day 1
Saturday: Depart Chamonix for Gran Paradiso – Half Board at Rifugio Chabod Hut
- 0900 hrs Meet the Private IFMGA Mountain Guide for a briefing and kit check, including harness, helmet, ice axe and crampons
- Transfer from Chamonix to Gran Paradiso National Park
- Mid-morning Trek up to the mountain hut, arriving at Rifugio Chabod
2750m altitude - Lunchtime Arrive Rifugio Chabod
- Lunch Italian Lunch at Rifugio Chabod
- Afternoon Outdoor session, (weather permitting), covering basic introduction to equipment
- Evening 3-course evening meal in the refuge
- Accommodation: Rifugio Chabod
Ascent
900 m
Descent
0 m
Time
3 hours
distance
7 km
accommodation
Rifugio Chabod
Day 2
Sunday: Climb Gran Paradiso – Chamonix Hotel
- 0300/0400 hrs Wake up
- This is the big day involving a 1300m altitude ascent of Gran Paradiso, the highest peak entirely in Italy, (4061m). The ascent is mostly on snow except the moraine after the mountain hut, and the final rocky section of scrambling to the summit, (5-7 hours).
After the summit, return to the Rifugio Chabod, order a hearty lunch to refuel and make the way down to the valley in the afternoon. - Late afternoon Transfer from Gran Paradiso National Park to Chamonix
- Accommodation: Chamonix
Ascent
1300 m
Descent
2200 m
Time
10-12 hours
distance
17 km
accommodation
Chamonix Hotel
Return
Monday: Transfer from Chamonix to Geneva airport
Fly back from Geneva
Flight
Geneva airport
Some journeys begin with a step, others with a quiet knowing.
Enquire about availability to explore whether this transformational adventure is right for you.