Destination :
Valais
Registration close :
22 August 2024
Places :
4
Haute-Route in enduro mode!
Our expert guides have revisited the legendary Haute-Route which links Chamonix to Zermatt, to offer you an exclusive itinerary on the most beautiful trails, to be enjoyed as much on an e-bike as on a regular MTB, for maximum riding time and stunning landscapes.
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Highlights
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A legendary crossing with a choice of exclusive trails between Chamonix and Zermatt
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Private shuttle to optimize riding time
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Local guide certified Swiss Cycling expert of Valais
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Authentic and warm accommodation across the Valais Alps
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Mechanical assistance
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Day 1 | Welcome to Chamonix
This first day is dedicated to your welcome in Chamonix and the assembly of your bike. Depending on your arrival time, we'll be happy to let you ride a few trails in the area to whet your appetite.
Night in guest house
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Day 2 | Chamonix - Verbier
It is under the gaze of the emblematic and majestic Mont-Blanc that your epic enduro crossing which links Chamonix to Zermatt begins.
Very quickly you will take advantage of the most beautiful trails in the region to make this legendary crossing of the Haute-Route, but by clever combinations of private shuttle shuttles, ski lifts and public transport to enjoy the quintessence of the enduro mountain bike trip in the Swiss Alps.
This first day consists of leaving the Chamonix valley via the heights and alternating passes over passes to enjoy long runs alternating technique and flow, but always without unnecessary connections on road or forest road whenever possible.
From Mont Blanc to the Emosson dam via Champex and its lake with Canadian reflections, to finish with a long and magnificent tumble to Le Châble, before passing a first night in a high altitude cabin with infinite charm, like the trails you have just discovered on this first day.
Distance: 40 km
D+: 600 m
D-: 2,500 m
Night in cabin
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Day 3 | Verbier - Evolène
Getting off to a flying start to properly burn the pad. After a beautiful crossing on the ridges overlooking the world-famous resort of Verbier, we dive for an endless run of 2,000m of D- in one shoot to the banks of the Rhône. After this succulent appetizer, our shuttle takes us back to the highest peaks for another panoramic tumble between the Hérens and Hérémence valleys.
After a solid meal on the terrace with a privileged view of the high peaks of the Valais Alps, a new transfer by private shuttle brings us back to the top to slide down to the superb village of 'Evolène where we spend a restorative night.
Distance: 50 km
D+: 500 m
D-: 3,500 m
Night in guest house
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Day 4 | Evolène - Val d'Anniviers
Muscle awakening for the most physical day of your adventure. A good panoramic and regular climb gradually reveals superb summits and the crossing of a high pass rewards you with a magical descent with a breathtaking view of a crystal blue lake in which the most mythical high peaks of the mountain are reflected. region.
We find our shuttle for a drop-off followed by a mechanized gain in altitude, just to tumble down trails carpeted with delicate larch thorns with a view of the Weisshorn.
Distance: 50 km
D+: 900 m
D-: 2,800 m
Night in guest house
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Day 5 | Turtmann Valley
We begin our day's program in the wild Turtmann valley, which is full of beautiful riding options in a particularly preserved setting. After a saving drop-off with our private shuttle to save your little calves and a first part of the day on the descending slope, we continue with a beautiful balcony crossing along the ubac of the Rhône valley, while contemplating its side of 'impressive granite slabs.
Typical villages made up of century-old larch mazots, sometimes decorated with traditional masks inspired by the Tschäggättä of the nearby Lötschental valley. A change of scenery and traditions guaranteed!
At the end of the day, after lining up the trails, each crazier than the last, we lay down our arms in the Visp valley for the evening.
Distance: 35 km
D+: 1,500 m
D-: 3,500 m
Night in guest house
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Day 6 | Visp Valley & Täsch
Before heading towards Zermatt for the long-awaited finish, we will take you through the Visp Valley, at the crossroads between Saas Fee and Zermatt, which offers some beautiful enduro trails.
It is on these that we sharpen our crampons to advantageously increase our D- counter already well advanced, before an epic balcony crossing facing Gächen and the imposing Ried glacier which overlooks St Niklaus where we finish our enduro journey of the day.
Distance: 40 km
D+: 300 m
D-: 5,500 m
Night in guest house
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Day 7 | Zermatt
The icing on the whipped cream of the cake, your last day allows you to complete your Alpine journey under the watchful eye of the emblematic Matterhorn. Throughout the day, we share with you our most beautiful trail nuggets in the Zermatt area, with clever use of the different ski lifts to optimize the time spent on the most beautiful trails.
A beautiful gourmet terrace awaits you for a well-deserved midday break, with a breathtaking view of the “Toblerone”.
Distance: 45 km
D+: 500 m
D-: 5,000 m
Night in guest house
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Day 8 | End of stay
Your week of Haute Route, an exclusive enduro version with Exoride style, has just ended and you still have lots of stars in your eyes with the great experience you have just shared with our guides.
What's included
- Swiss Cycling expert mountain bike guide (fr/en/de)
- Internal transfers, shuttles & ski lifts
- Mechanical assistance
- Comfortable guest house & ***hotels accommodation including breakfast
- Equipped mechanical workshop
- Driving advice
- The video and souvenir photos
Not included
- The international flight
- Airport transfer (optional)
- Additional nights and extension of stays
- Airport taxes
- Bike rental & equipment (optional in the registration form)
- Personal insurance
- All meals
- Drinks
- Meals of the last day
- Tipping
- Everything not included in what is included
Bike
- a full-suspension MTB or E-Bike with 140 to 170mm travel, completely overhauled, including suspensions
- Mixed terrain tires 2.3" wide or more, with reinforced casings and tubeless with recent preventive fluid
- A telescopic seat post
- Replacement derailleur hanger
- 2 spare inner tubes
- 3 pairs of brake pads
- 2 quick links adapted to the chain
- Chain oil
- 1 Derailleur cable
- Charger and battery if transmission or electric seat post
- Charger if E-Bike
- Repair equipment specific to your bike
Accessories
- Open face MTB helmet
- Sunglasses
- Knee pads
- Elbow pads (recommended)
- Long gloves
- Swimsuit
- Toiletries
- Bicycle clothing for 8 days
- Sun cream
- Backpack (min 16l) with integrated back protector and water pocket
- Repair equipment (tire levers, bits, multitool, chain tool, pump or CO2 cartridges)
- First aid kit
- Rain-resistant windbreaker
- Repair equipment
- Rislan necklaces
- Mobile phone and its charger
- 1 Powerbank
Required levels
This stay in the Swiss Alps is aimed at intermediate-level practitioners.
The terrain is varied, alternating alpine trails and forest trails.
We rated this stay 3/4.
You can find out more about our level scale by clicking here.
If you have any doubts, do not hesitate to contact us to discuss them.
Culture
Valais is a canton located in the southwest of Switzerland, on the border with France and Italy.
The inhabitants of Valais speak French in the western part (Bas-Valais and central Valais), and Swiss-German in the east of the canton (Haut-Valais).
During your stay, we will show you the entirety of this canton and share with you all the cultural anecdotes.
Accommodation & food
During your stay, you will be accommodated in our comfortable guesthouse located in a charming, typical village.
You can also benefit from a fully equipped workshop for maintaining your bike, a coffee machine and free wifi.
The meals offered are typical of the region and you benefit from the best local products.
Climate
Valais is a region with a privileged climate, often beautiful and dry.
Temperatures are generally ideal for mountain biking, but departures and nights at altitude may be a little cool.
Some warmer clothing for the rain should therefore be brought in the event of a more humid or cold episode.
Sécurity
Switzerland is a very safe country and the regions in which we operate present no risk.
For further
Are you won over by this program and you only want to join this incredible adventure?
If you are sure of your physical and technical abilities, and have made sure that your equipment corresponds to the program, you can click on the registration button and fill out the form to reserve your place.
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Is this stay open to E-Bikes?
Yes we happily welcome E-Bikes. If you are planning to come with yours by plane, be aware that it is however very complicated to fly with an electric bike and its battery.
Some companies accept bicycles, but you must send your battery separately by road transport. In this case, we can safely receive your battery in Valais.
If you wish, you can also take advantage of our rental fleet to rent a high-end E-Bike for your stay.
Do not hesitate to contact us to find out more.
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How many people are there in a group?
In order to ensure perfect logistics and ensure you have the best possible experience, we limit the number of participants generally from 6 to 10 people.
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Who is our guide?
This MTB trip in Valais is supervised by a professional Swiss MTB guide, certified Swiss Cycling, who has been riding since 1989 and guiding since 2010.
You are in good hands to discover Valais.
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What is the usual profile of the participants on this adventure?
The participants of this mountain bike trip in Valais are on average aged 30 to 55 years old.
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What type of ride should I expect?
The terrain encountered during our stay is an alternation of alpine trails and forest trails. Valais is a rather steep place and it is important to know how to negotiate the hairpins to feel comfortable on the proposed routes.
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Should we always ride with all our equipment?
No, during the day, you will only ride with your bike gear.
All luggage stays in our guesthouse.
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Is it possible to do laundry during the stay?
Yes, our guest house has a washing machine.
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What is the type of accommodation?
You are accommodated in our comfortable and authentic guest house in the Orsières region.
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Are meals included?
In order to offer more flexibility, meals are added as an option to your trip.
You can choose to enjoy our gourmet cuisine by choosing the option in the registration form.
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What type of equipment do I need?
Most of this stay does not require any special cycling equipment.
You can find the complete list of necessary materials under the “materials” tab. -
What happens if I'm tired?
The program for this adventure was developed with the safety aspect as a priority.
At any time, it is easy to find our support vehicles or to skip a run if you feel tired.
Who will lead your adventure?
Your expert
for this experience
for this experience
Christian
Tour leader & C.E.O.
Chris has been practicing mountain biking intensely in the Swiss Alps since 1989. Since then, the passion has never left him, alternating between competitions and discovery.
In 2010, he decided to leave his office job and officially became a mountain bike guide in Valais, taking on the audacious challenge of practicing 100%, in order to concentrate on this activity, and offer extraordinary experiences to his hosts.
He will be delighted to welcome you on this stay in Valais, and share with you his most beautiful finds, to offer you beautiful memories of your mountain biking experience in Valais.
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F.A.Q.
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How to privatize a guided MTB tour or trip?
In order to offer an adequate outing, it is essential that we know the technical and physical level of the participants, the desired date for the event, the location, and the style of practice.
You can of course draw inspiration from our different mountain bike tours and stays for your private outing project, but we are obviously delighted to offer you a completely personalized itinerary with the characteristics and accommodation of your choice. -
What is the profile of your guides and instructors?
The experiences offered by Exoride are supervised by extremely qualified guides and instructors, with more than 30 years of mountain biking practice, most of them former competitors, certified, and above all carrying out this activity 100% professionally.
We pay particular attention to safety and you are assured of being surrounded by true mountain bike guiding professionals.
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What are prices for a MTB guide in Switzerland?
Each request responds to needs specific to the chosen activity, such as location scouting or the organization of possible logistics alongside your event.
However, here are some examples of applicable guiding and rental rates:
1 person
2 people
3 people
4 people
5 people
6 people< br />7 people & +1/2 DAY
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260 CHF
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700 CHFBike & E-Bike Rental
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How many people maximum?
We can organize mountain bike or E-Bike tours for 1 to 100 people. For stays abroad, the number of participants generally does not exceed 20 maximum depending on the destinations.
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What other services are available?
We offer turnkey tours and stays. Take advantage of our solid network of partners for an exceptional event.
In addition to the cycling part, we also take care of:
- Meal, restaurant or buffet in nature
- Travel by private minibus
- Seminar room
- Hotels or shelters
- Photos and video
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