We meet in Courmayeur at 8:15 am. After checking our equipment and transceiver functions, and having a brief briefing, we take the Sky Way cable car up to Punta Helbronner at 3462 m. Once we have put on our harnesses, we begin our descent along the Mer de Glace in the Mont Blanc massif, skiing past granite spires and towering seracs, with breath-taking views of the peaks that have shaped the history of mountaineering.

If snow conditions permit, we can ski all the way down to Chamonix. To do this, once we reach the "caves", we will climb (using skins or the cable car) to the train station and from there access the ski runs. Alternatively, if there is not enough snow, we will take the Montenvers train. Upon reaching Chamonix, we return by bus through the Mont Blanc Tunnel to Courmayeur, arriving around 5:00 pm. The Tour des Périades is also available upon request. 

This technically more demanding route connects the Aiguille du Midi area with the Italian side across the spectacular Périades ridge. The itinerary offers exposed sections and extraordinary panoramic views across the entire Mont Blanc range, making it a complete alpine experience with snow, ice, and mixed terrain. 

SEASON: Variable depending on the year, usually from January to May.