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Gran Paradiso Ski Tour in the Italian Alps
Ready to tick off your first 4000m ski descent? Ski Gran Paradiso with Adventure Base! At 4061m, this is the highest peak entirely in Italy, so you can expect a whole load of downhill for all that uphill effort! For those with intermediate to advanced skills who want to combine beautiful skiing with a summit goal, Gran Paradiso is ideal.
Scroll down to find out more about this Italian ski tour — and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any pre-booking questions. And if you’re still undecided which of our ski experiences you want to join next, browse our range of skiing tours in the Alps for more inspiration.
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Duration
1 week
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Start Location
Chamonix, France
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Date(s)
March - April
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Price
From €2030.00
Adventure Snapshot
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What to Expect When You Ski Gran Paradiso
Skiing Gran Paradiso (4061m), the highest peak entirely in Italy, is an incredible experience and one that should be on every skier's bucket list. This is the perfect mountain for your first 4000m descent. It has just the right amount of challenge, and the natural topography really lends itself to being a top ski touring region.
The view from Gran Paradiso is one of the best panoramas in the Alps, and the descent on skis is one to remember. Around 90% of the ascent to the top of Gran Paradiso is on skis, and there is a short, easy, rocky scramble to the very top. The Gran Paradiso Ski Tour is a great progression from skiing the Haute Route, and it makes a tempting next challenge for those with good ski touring ability as it requires a little more mountaineering skill and skiing at altitude.
Summer clients from our Mont Blanc + Gran Paradiso mountaineering program will know all about the final rocky scramble; it definitely gets the heart beating a little quicker than normal with its airy final step — but the views from the summit are worth it!
Gran Paradiso ski tour level: Intermediate/Advanced

Best for: Skiers with good touring fitness and summit ambitions.
This Italian Alps ski tour includes a summit of Gran Paradiso (4,061m). The skiing is beautiful, the setting is wild, and the mountain huts are some of the best in the Alps. Expect big climbs and technical terrain on summit day, but a more relaxed pace compared to the Haute Route.
Gran Paradiso ski tour terrain: Big alpine slopes, high-altitude glacier travel.
Gran Paradiso ski tour technical level: Crampons, harness, rope use on the summit ridge.
Why skiing Grand Paradiso is great: Combines a real summit with beautiful skiing and a more chilled tour rhythm.
If you're worried you're not quite ready yet, take our Gran Paradiso Ski Tour ‘Readiness’ Test.
Gran Paradiso Ski 'Readiness' test
You can also join us on one of our intro trips or 'entry level' hut-to-hut ski tours, such as:
Intro Hut to Hut Ski Tour
Austrian, Otztal Ski Tour
Silvretta Ski Tour
Learn more. Download our guide here.
DOWNLOAD PDFEnter your details to download the Gran Paradiso Ski Tour in the Italian Alps brochure
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Who is Skiing Gran Paradiso For?
This Gran Paradiso Ski Tour is best suited to tourers with solid experience and a good level of fitness who are ready to take on a multi-day hut-to-hut adventure. You should have several ski touring days under your belt, ideally including at least one multi-day trip, and be confident doing kick turns on steeper slopes and using all your touring gear — skins, bindings, etc. Expect 5 to 7 hours of movement each day, often covering varied and sometimes challenging terrain. You’ll be carrying your own gear, and you must be comfortable spending full days on the move, climbing steadily and making technical transitions when needed. While the pace won’t be a race, it will be consistent, and the days can be physically demanding.
On the descents, you’ll need to be confident and in control in off-piste terrain and on all types of snow — powder, crust, windblown, or spring slush. We’re not expecting expert freeriders, but you should be able to ski with control, link turns, and keep your technique together even when conditions are tough or you're tired. This tour will also appeal to the more seasoned ski tourer, as the terrain offers great skiing and great views, with the bonus of skiing the highest peak entirely in Italy. Not sure whether you're ready? No sweat! Get in touch and we'll be happy to talk it through with you.
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Duration
1 week
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Start Location
Chamonix, France
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Date(s)
March - April
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Guide Ratio
6:1
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Ability
Level CLevel C
You have a fair amount of experience climbing, hiking or skiing more technical terrain. You’re comfortable on sustained adventures and you call yourself a ‘hardened’ adventurer. You're not quite George Mallory but you subscribe to his 'because it there' attitude.
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Price
From €2030.00
Adventure Overview
Gran Paradiso Ski Tour Videos
Our Ski Touring Intro Trip
01:48Are you tired of the same old ski slopes, crowded lifts, and grumpy chairlift operators? Do you want to add a little excitement to your ski holiday? Well, my friend, it's time to try something new - a ski touring trip in Chamonix!
Ski Time with Adventure Base
00:23Skis, powder, skins, crampons... are there many things better than a ski adventure?
Ski Touring
04:22We have a rule that every month we get out of the office, away from the noise and in to the great outdoors. This month Olly decided ski touring was the ticket, so we headed off to the Refuge d'Argentiere. Very hot for February but a great way to escape the noise of office life. Enjoy.
Meet The Team
01:48Introducing our crack squad of mountain lovers and adventure junkies. We spend most of our days plotting, planning and building some of the very best trips out there for you all to enjoy.
Kit and Equipment Required to Ski Gran Paradiso
Certain items can be rented locally in Chamonix from Concept Pro, such as skis, skins, poles, boots, ski crampons, ice axes, helmets, and harnesses. Please note that this is a guide and you may be required to rent or purchase last-minute equipment on arrival, dependent on the weather and changes in itinerary.
Please note this is a guide and you may be required to rent or purchase last minute equipment on arrival dependent on the weather and changes in itinerary. Download the full Gran Paradiso Ski Tour kit list for a more detailed overview.
Can be rented
Ski Poles
Can be rented
Skis & Skins
Can be rented
Probe & Shovel
Can be rented
Ski Touring Boots
Down Jacket
Lightweight and thin down jacket.
Hardshell Jacket
GORE-TEX® or Similar
FULL KIT LIST
More info
Click the link in the text above to find the full kit list
"Great trip, great guide and great customer service... we didn’t have to worry about a thing, Olly answered all our questions and was always available on the other end of the phone. Ski guide was brilliant and happy to accommodate each day to what we needed."
"Just had a fantastic week on Gran Paradiso. The Catalan guides Fabio and Roger were superb. This has been my greatest experience to date and at 50 that is saying something! Don’t hesitate to book with Adventure Base, you will not regret it."
FINER DETAILS
YOUR ADVENTURE PACKAGE
On arrival day you meet with your guides and fellow skiiers at the accommodation for a welcome briefing in the evening. Here you will have an opportunity to ask any last minute questions as well as share your pre trip excitement with your group.
What's Included?
- 6 days of ski touring in France and Italy
- 4 nights in mountain huts with half-board
- 3 nights in a Chamonix hotel with half board
- Attempt to ski the highest peak entirely in Italy
- Uplifts according to itinerary
- IFMGA Ski guide
What's not Included?
- Flights
- Transport to / from Chamonix
- Equipment rental
- Personal travel insurance
Adventure like a local
The Adventure Base Difference
Born & Bred in the Alps
With an office at the foot of Mont Blanc in Chamonix, we help you Adventure like a local.
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This Trip is running on the following dates
march 2026
1 DateAccommodation on This Gran Paradiso Ski Tour
When not skiing the mountain, we know the importance of having a comfortable base. That's why we've chosen this mountain lodge with its super comfortable rooms and warm atmosphere. It’s the perfect spot to rest up in-between your stays in the mountain huts. But don't let that nice linen and chocolate on the bed win your favour just yet. Wait until you've experienced a good old mountain hut with its basic, but charming amenities and friendly hosts. We bet you go home missing the huts more!
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Chamonix
The lodge is an excellent base for our Gran Paradiso ski tour. With stunning views of the mountains, it's well placed and just a few minutes walk from Chamonix centre. Rooms are on a shared basis with other members on the trip typically in twin, triple or quad format. All rooms have en suite bathrooms. If you would like your own room please enquire in advance for a single supplement. You will spend your first, second and last night of the trip here with breakfast and dinner included.
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Duration
3
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Internet
Wifi included
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Beds
Shared en suite rooms
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Food
Half Board
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Italy
Whilst in Italy, we will stay in a selection of the Benovolo, Chabod and Vittorio Emanuele huts. All 3 huts are beautifully located and provide ample opportunities for ski tours.
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Duration
4
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Internet
Not included
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Beds
Dormitory rooms
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Food
Half board
WHAT TO EXPECT
Ski Gran Paradiso in the Italian Alps: Itinerary
On arrival day, you meet your guides and fellow ski-tourers at the accommodation for a welcome briefing in the evening. We'll also cover your equipment and the current weather and mountain conditions. Please note that the distances highlighted are estimates only, and they can vary depending on the routes chosen by the guides.
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Day 1:
Arrival Day
We highly recommend planning your inbound travel so that you arrive in Chamonix by early afternoon. This is especially important if you need to rent ski touring equipment from our local rental shop supplier. You’ll need time to collect any rental equipment before the evening briefing, which is essential for a smooth start to your adventure. There is limited time the following morning to rent items as you will be departing for the mountains straight after breakfast.
You will meet with your guide for a briefing in the evening at approximately 18:00 to go through the plan for the week as well as the current weather and mountain conditions. Here you will have a chance to go through your kit under the experienced eye of your guide and can ask any questions that you may have. Dinner will follow and then it's time for a good night sleep! -
Day 2:
Warm Up Ski Tour
Warm up day ski tour in Chamonix’s Aiguilles Rouges mountain range. Dust off the cobwebs and enjoy some stunning ski touring terrain opposite the Mont Blanc massif. Overnight in Chamonix.
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Head to Italy and approach Benevolo Hut
Early start and drive to Rhemes-Notre-Dame in Italy (75mins). Ascend Punta Pallato or similar nearby peak (3050m) and descend to Benevolo hut.
7.2km / 603m up / 49m down / 3-4hrs (to the hut)
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Day 4:
Ski touring in the Gran Paradiso National Park
Ascend the Gran Vaudale (3400m) or Punta Galisia (3343m) and ski back to the cosy Benevolo Hut for a second night.
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Approach the Gran Paradiso Hut
A well earned easier day starts with a descent back down the Val di Rhemes and a short drive into the Valsavarenche valley. We head up to our hut base for the Gran Paradiso ascent at the Rifugio Chabod hut.
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Day 6:
Summit and ski Gran Paradiso (4061m)
Ascend the Gran Paradiso (4061m), the highest mountain completely in Italy and a classic ski mountaineering peak. Ski back down to the Vittorio Emmanuele hut for a well earned rest and celebratory 3 course dinner.
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Day 7:
Last ski tour / Spare summit day
We build in a 'spare' day to account for weather to maximise your chances of attempting Gran Paradiso. Option to otherwise ascend la Trensenta (3600m) or a similar nearby peak and finish the day with a long ski back down to the valley for transport back to Chamonix. Final dinner in the hotel.
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Day 8:
Departure
Depart after breakfast.
Frequently asked questions about this adventure
MB: What Insurance Do I Need?
Let’s face it, these types of trips don’t come risk free. We’re putting ourselves in amazing environments Read more
Let’s face it, these types of trips don’t come risk free. We’re putting ourselves in amazing environments but also environments that carry an element of risk with them. In order to protect yourself adequately you will need a specialist travel insurance that caters for the types of activities you will be undertaking. It is a condition of our agreement that you are covered by adequate travel insurance for your arrangements. Click here to understand which one is for you.
What equipment will I need?
Please read the kit list above.
What will we do if the weather is bad?
If we experience bad weather on the ski tour, we will be able to escape into one of the many Read more
If we experience bad weather on the ski tour, we will be able to escape into one of the many valleys and be collected by car if necessary. We will then look at our best options there and then based on the weather forecast and snow conditions. Our aim is always to provide you with the best ski experience and we will drive to other areas in the Alps if necessary to find better weather and make the most of your trip with us.
What’s the weather like?
The weather in the Alps is always changeable, but generally we are confident to say that fast forward to March, Read more
The weather in the Alps is always changeable, but generally we are confident to say that fast forward to March, April and May the weather is generally sunnier and we experience warmer temperatures around the 0 mark.
When is the best time?
March until May is the best time for ski touring Gran Paradiso. By this time the crevasses are quite well Read more
March until May is the best time for ski touring Gran Paradiso. By this time the crevasses are quite well filled in, meaning a safer ascent is possible, and the days are longer to allow for more time out in the mountains. Plus the sun normally shines a little warmer at this time of year, perfect for catching a tan on the terrace of the mountain huts after a good days skiing.
MEET THE GUIDES
Miha
IFMGA Guide
Miha is an IFMGA guide from Slovenia based between the beautiful Julian Alps and Chamonix. He has been climbing for over 20 years all over the world, including expeditions to Nepal, Tibet, India, Pakistan, USA, Mexico and Peru. He summited an 8000er on his first expedition to the Himalaya, did a first ascent on the previously unclimbed Lasher peak in the Himalaya and climbed El Capitan and many routes over the Alps.
Pablo
IFMGA Guide
Pablo is originally from a small mountain village in Spain and came to Chamonix with only one dream to become a mountain guide. Based in Chamonix since 2013, Pablo made the Alps his playground as a guide and as an alpinist and has climbed many of the classic alpine routes. He combines mountain guiding with helicopter rescue work in Spain during the off seasons.
Nacho
IFMGA Guide
Meet Nacho, our expert high mountain guide and ski instructor from Spain. With decades of experience and a background that includes European and Spanish ski touring championships, Nacho has climbed and guided all over the Alps, Pyrenees, Andes, Himalayas and beyond. Ski touring is his true passion, but whether it’s snowy peaks or technical alpine ascents, Nacho brings world-class expertise and a calm, friendly approach to every trip.
Roger
IFMGA Guide
Roger has spent over 15 years guiding around the world. He is a Guide instructor at the Spanish School of Guides and is fascinated by discovering mountains with clients. Roger has a big passion about showing people his beloved mountains and sharing climbs and descents with skis.
Lars
IFMGA Guide
Lars is a IFMGA Guide originally from Belgium, with over 20 years of experience climbing and splitboarding in the Mont Blanc massif, the Alps and the greater ranges of the world. Having lived in Chamonix for over a decade he has enjoyed the unique and unlimited climbing possibilities in and around the valley. Lars is also one of the most recognised and experienced splitboard guides leading expeditions to Kamchatka, Greenland, Iceland and more.
Fede
IFMGA Guide
"My favorite mountain is the Midi d’Ossau, in the Pyrenees. It is a volcanic and unique mountain, that a stands out from the other peaks around. It is a huge fortress with many different features that provides incredible rock climbing routes, and the most important thing is that is 20 minutes from my house ;)"
Jon
IFMGA Guide
"If asked about my favourite mountain or mountain range, it wouldn't be easy to answer since perfect places to climb, ski or explore can be found all over the world. But, if I had to choose one, I think I'd say the Pyrenees, not very high, but wild and still quite unknown: the mountains where I learnt when I was a child and where I can still live great adventures far from the crowd".
Are you ready?
Our adventures are attributed a difficulty level from A to E. This Gran Paradiso Ski Tour in the Italian Alps trip is rated Level C, for accomplished adventurers We recommend you only book a trip that reflects your ability.
Level A
For beginners and newcomers
- You’re not quite sure where to start but you’re hungry for an adventure
- Little / no prior experience
- Shorter time duration
- No technical skills required but keen to learn
- Basic level of fitness
More your level?
Level B
For those with some prior experience
- You have some previous experience in the outdoors, whether that’s hiking, skiing or climbing, and are keen to build on that
- You will either be starting to venture into more technical terrain or slightly more challenging environments
- Some basic skills
- Moderate fitness
More your level?
Level C
For accomplished adventurers
- You enjoy challenging yourself physically and mentally
- You’re comfortable on multi-day adventures and you call yourself an avid adventurer
- You're not quite George Mallory but you subscribe to his 'because it is there' attitude
- Strong level of fitness
Think you've got this?
This trip is at this level
Level D
For the pros
- You're ready to test your skills on the next challenge
- You're comfortable in most types of alpine environments
- Some level of technical skills
- Strong level of fitness
More your level?
Level E
For the experts
- You’ve been on multiple adventures and have built up a solid skillset to tackle most challenges out there
- Good technical skills and knowledge
- Experienced in alpine/mountains environments
- Very high level of fitness
More your level?
Intro to Ski Touring – Chamonix
This trip is designed to introduce keen and competent off-piste skiers to the exciting world of ski touring. If you’re confident skiing variable terrain off-piste but have never used ski touring gear, this is the perfect next step. You don’t need any previous ski touring experience, but you must be a solid off-piste skier — comfortable navigating steeper slopes, mixed snow conditions, and making controlled turns outside of groomed runs. This foundation will allow you to focus on learning the touring side of things. This is an ideal preparation course for anyone looking to join one of our full ski touring adventures in the future.
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January - March
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Level A
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€1175.00
Austria, Silvretta Ski Tour
The Silvretta is a classic and a favourite for a reason. This tour offers a mix of glaciated terrain, great huts, and stunning peaks — but without pushing into high-stress technical territory. The ascents are steady, the descents are fun, and the overall pace is manageable for those stepping into the world of hut-to-hut touring.
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March
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Level B
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€1950.00
Intermediate Hut Ski Tour – Chamonix
This trip is designed for skiers who’ve got the basics of ski touring down — maybe you've done our intro course or a few day tours already — and are ready to build on that foundation. It’s not suitable for total beginners to ski touring. We’ll be guiding confident skiers into the world of hut-to-hut ski touring, combining adventure with essential skill-building. It’s the perfect stepping stone toward bigger, more committing tours. Over several days, you'll sharpen your uphill technique, learn how to plan and manage ski days in the mountains, and get comfortable living and skiing from a remote mountain hut. Expect stunning terrain, hands-on learning, and a real taste of what multi-day ski touring is all about.
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February - March
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Level B
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€1300.00
Austria, Otztal Ski Tour
The Ötztal Ski Tour is a stunning journey through the wild Tyrol region of the Alps, linking together beautiful Austrian and Italian mountain huts and peaks. It’s ideal for those seeking a challenging multi-day ‘hut-to-hut’ ski adventure. Expect full days of ski touring with rewarding ascents, enjoyable descents, and cozy, often more comfortable huts than you might find elsewhere in the Alps.
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March
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Level C
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€2030.00
Gran Paradiso Ski Tour in the Italian Alps
Ski the Gran Paradiso (4061m), the highest peak entirely in Italy, and tick off your first 4000m ski descent. That's right, there's a whole load of downhill for all that uphill effort! For those with intermediate to advanced skills who want to combine beautiful skiing with a summit goal, Gran Paradiso is ideal.
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March - April
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Level C
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€2030.00
Alpine Haute Route Ski Tour
The Haute Route ski tour has deservedly earned its reputation for being one of the world's great ski adventures. Embark on an epic 6 day journey crossing spectacular glaciated terrain from Chamonix to Zermatt. Love your skiing? This is a must for you!
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March - April
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Level D
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€2250.00
Bernese Oberland Ski Tour in the Swiss Alps
The Bernese Oberland ski tour is a stunning link up of high altitude mountain huts and peaks in the wild Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps. The ski terrain in this region is for expert ski tourers with strong endurance. It features long days on huge glaciers, remote huts, and big, wild terrain — a true adventure for seasoned riders.
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March
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Level E
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€2030.00
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