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MINI HAUTE ROUTE: CHASING PEAKS BETWEEN VERBIER AND ZINAL


Hiking

Category

5 Days

Duration

Intermediate

Experience

Intense

Fitness

From 1 to 14

Participants


What you'll do

The Mini Haute Route is the perfect bite-sized version of one of the Alps’ most legendary treks. In just five days, you’ll walk from the lively mountain resort of Verbier to the quiet village of Zinal—crossing wild passes, sleeping in remote huts, and moving through some of Switzerland’s most breathtaking mountain scenery. You’ll climb to panoramic cols like Termin, Prafleuri, and Torrent, walk along turquoise lakes, and experience the true high-alpine feel of the Pennine Alps. Each day brings a mix of challenge and reward: the solitude of rocky landscapes, the thrill of famous spots like Pas de Chèvres, and the cozy warmth of huts such as Cabane de Louvie and Cabane de Moiry. It’s a journey that connects valleys, glaciers, and cultures—all while keeping the focus on what matters most: pure mountain immersion.

Itinerary

Important stuff

From the highest peaks to the hidden trails, we've got your back

100% Guaranteed Departures

Once you book, your trip is guaranteed to run, allowing you to book your flights with confidence.

Flexible Changes

Want to change your departure date or trip? No problem—enjoy maximum flexibility to make changes up to 60 days before departure.

Comprehensive Insurance & Assistance

Travel with peace of mind. Our insurance package covers accidents and rescue during outdoor activities, medical expenses, and luggage protection, as well as trip cancellations and 24/7 medical assistance from our insurance partner.

  • 100% Guaranteed Departures: Once you book, your trip is guaranteed to run, allowing you to book your flights with confidence.
  • Flexible Changes: Want to change your departure date or trip? No problem—enjoy maximum flexibility to make changes up to 60 days before departure.
  • Comprehensive Insurance & Assistance: Travel with peace of mind. Our insurance package covers accidents and rescue during outdoor activities, medical expenses, and luggage protection, as well as trip cancellations and 24/7 medical assistance from our insurance partner.
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What's included

Accident insurance
Medical and luggage insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Hiking Guide
Sheets, pillowcases and towels
Half board food in the huts (breakfast + dinner)
All dinners
All breakfasts
4 nights in remote mountain huts
Flight
Visa (if applicable)
Lunches
Snacks and drinks
Tourist tax
Everything not mentioned in the “What’s included”
Tips
Drinks (wine, beer, apple juice...)
Expenditure of personal nature
transport to Verbier and from Zinal (last day)
All the meals not mentioned in the what's included section

Accommodations

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Cabane de Louvie (2,250 m)


A friendly mountain hut above Lac de Louvie, reached after the Col de Termin crossing. Half-board, simple alpine comfort, and a peaceful lakeside setting—an ideal first night to settle into the rhythm of the route.

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Cabane de Prafleuri (2,624 m)


Remote and rugged, Prafleuri sits perfectly for the classic Louvie–Prafleuri stage. Expect straightforward hut comforts, hearty meals, and that satisfying end-of-the-world feeling after a full day across high passes.

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Arolla (village lodging)


A comfortable valley reset between big stages. You’ll sleep in a simple hotel/guesthouse in Arolla—hot shower, proper bed, and easy access to the morning bus to Evolène before the climb to Col de Torrent.

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Cabane de Moiry (2,850 m, above the dam)


One of the great viewpoints of the route, perched by the Moiry Glacier. Half-board and classic hut atmosphere; sunset and sunrise over seracs and granite make this night unforgettable.

Guides

Tom & Alps Adventure

Tom & Alps Adventure

Tom is an International Mountain Leader, Climbing Instructor, Mountain Instructor Summer, Kayak Guide, Norwegian High Mountain Guide... shall we continue? He has led multiple hiking trips on TMB, and he can't wait for the next one!

Meeting point

46.09608147.2285512
Verbier

Verbier, Verbier, 1936, Switzerland


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