You will be picked up from Aigle train station at 2:00 pm, which you can reach with regular trains. You’ll be driven to Solalex from where you’ll begin the hike. You’ll trek through the alpine meadows of Pas De Cheville taking in the beautiful views of the Matterhorn and the Valaisan Alps along the way. You’ll arrive at the Refuge du Lac de Deborence where you’ll spend the night at a height of 1480 m (4860 ft) altitude.

Distance 7 km, Ascend 600 m (2000 ft), Descend 600m, Time 3.5 hours

After a traditional Swiss breakfast, and perhaps a swim, you’ll start to traverse the south side of the Grand Muveran, stopping along the way for a well-deserved pancake. In the afternoon, you’ll follow the river up to the pastures of Pro Flouri, and your accommodation in the remote Cabane Rambert and their herd of bouquetin.

Distance 15km, Ascend 1000 m, Descend 600m, Time 6.5 hours

The day starts with a hike past the waterfalls of Passing Le Pessot, to Ovronnaz (known for fantastic local cakes!). After stopping for a break, you’ll continue to trek past beautiful mountains including Tita Seri (2850 m/9350 ft), Dent de Morcles (2970 m/9750 ft) and Grand Chavalard (2898 m/9500 ft). Throughout the day we pass bearded vulture and golden eagle nests. There will also be an option for another mountain lake swim. In the evening, you can relax and enjoy the hut wardens’ specialty Spaghetti with the rest of the team.

Distance 13km, Ascend 800m, Descend 800m, Time 6 hours

Today is your final day of hiking, trekking back towards the north side of the Grand Muveran where you’ll get views of Lake Geneva. It’s an early start as you make your way up to Cabane La Tourche. After lunch, it’s then a pleasant hike down the mountain to Javerne and the shuttle to Aigle. From here you can take the train around Lake Geneva to the airport, or spend some time relaxing in the valley.

Distance 15km, Ascend 200m, Descend 1300m, Time 5 Hours