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Spaghetti Tour

Level: 4
Season: Summer
Duration: 5 days
Participants: Max 3

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The Monte Rosa Spaghetti Tour is a multi-day high-altitude traverse designed for mountaineers who want to experience the massif as a continuous journey, moving each day across glaciers, cols and summits above 4,000 metres. The route does not involve extremely technical climbing, but it requires good mountain experience, the ability to walk for several hours at a time and solid physical and mental preparation.

Throughout the tour, we travel mainly on glaciated terrain and stay overnight in high-altitude mountain huts. Our IFMGA Mountain Guides manage the pace, progression and daily programme, assessing the weather, glacier conditions, acclimatisation and the level of the group. The itinerary may be adapted whenever mountain conditions or the participants’ condition make this necessary.

The goal is to cross the Monte Rosa massif with enough time to adapt progressively to the altitude and learn how to manage several consecutive days on glaciated terrain. Along the way, we stay at Guide di Ayas Hut, Mantova Hut, Gnifetti Hut and the Margherita Hut, building a true high-altitude traverse day by day.

2 alpinists: € 2100,00 /person
3 alpinists: € 1800,00 /person

Solo but want to join this trip? Check the groups section.

The price includes: guidance by a IFMGA Monte Rosa mountain guide for the 5 days of the tour, ski passes for Cervinia Plateau Rosa and Indren Gressoney, half-board accommodation in the indicated huts, technical equipment (harness, crampons), and taxi service to Cervinia.

Not included in the price: accident insurance (recommended), meals not listed for both yourself and the guide, and anything not specified under “the price includes.”

Day 1 – Western Breithorn and Guide di Ayas Hut

Ascent: 700 m
Estimated time: 5–6 hours

Meet your IFMGA Mountain Guide in Cervinia at the lift ticket office for an equipment check and briefing. We take the cable car to Plateau Rosa and begin the glacier ascent towards the Western Breithorn (4,165 m).

After reaching the summit, we descend towards the Guide di Ayas Hut at Lambronecca (3,400 m), where we have dinner and stay overnight.

Day 2 – Castore and Quintino Sella Hut

Ascent: 800 m
Estimated time: 6–7 hours

After breakfast, we climb towards the Verra Pass and reach the base of Castore’s west face. The route continues across glacier terrain and snow slopes to the summit ridge.

From the summit, we descend along the snow ridge and the steeper slope leading to Colle del Felik. We then cross the Felik Glacier to reach the Quintino Sella Hut (3,575 m). Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 – Naso del Lyskamm and Piramide Vincent

Ascent: 800 m
Estimated time: 6–8 hours

We begin by crossing the Western Lys Glacier to around 3,800 metres. From here, we climb the Naso del Lyskamm (4,272 m), one of the more demanding sections of the traverse.

We then descend onto the Eastern Lys Glacier and climb again towards Piramide Vincent (4,215 m). At the end of the day, we descend to the Gnifetti Hut (3,647 m). Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 – Monte Rosa 4000s and Margherita Hut

Ascent: 1,500 m
Estimated time: 6–7 hours

We leave the Gnifetti Hut for a long day at high altitude. Depending on conditions, the route may include Balmenhorn (4,167 m) and Ludwigshöhe (4,341 m) before continuing towards Punta Gnifetti.

The day ends at the Margherita Hut (4,554 m), where we have dinner and stay overnight. The number of summits actually climbed is decided by your IFMGA Mountain Guide according to glacier conditions, weather, timing and the performance of the group.

Day 5 – Zumsteinspitze and descent to Gressoney

Ascent: 100 m
Descent: 1,680 m
Estimated time: 6–8 hours

We leave the Margherita Hut and climb Zumsteinspitze (4,563 m). From here, we begin the long descent across the Monte Rosa glaciers towards the lifts and then down to Gressoney.

Once in the valley, a taxi takes us back to Cervinia, where the Spaghetti Tour ends.

This programme describes the planned itinerary, but conditions can change over five days in the high mountains. Your IFMGA Mountain Guide may change the summits, timing or route according to the weather, glacier conditions, acclimatisation and the level of the group.

For the Monte Rosa Spaghetti Tour, you will need:

  • mountaineering clothing suitable for high altitude
  • mountaineering boots
  • 30–35 litre backpack
  • category 3 or 4 sunglasses
  • warm gloves
  • headlamp
  • sleeping bag liner for the mountain huts

Crampons, harness,helmet and own ice are included and provided by us when required for the programme.

After booking, we will send you the complete equipment list, adapted to the expected weather, temperatures and glacier conditions.

Mountaineering, ski touring, off-piste skiing and trekking take place in a natural, uncontrolled environment.
Weather conditions, snow, ice, terrain, visibility, altitude and physical fatigue can change rapidly and directly affect the course of the activity. For this reason, there is always an inherent level of objective risk, which cannot be eliminated but only managed.

All our activities are led by IFMGA Mountain Guides and Certified Hiking Guides (AMM).
The guide continuously assesses environmental conditions and the physical and mental state of participants, sets an appropriate pace, manages progression and ensures the correct use of equipment. If conditions require it, the guide may modify the itinerary or interrupt the activity, always in the interest of individual and group safety.

Participants are required to be in good physical and mental condition, adequately prepared for the level of the activity, and to follow the guide’s instructions at all times.

Group activities

During group outings, the pace is set according to the slowest participant. In case of fatigue or discomfort, the guide may decide to adjust the programme or return early. In the mountains, the group ascends and returns together.

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FAQ #1 – Will I suffer from altitude sickness?

There is no way to predict this with certainty. During the Spaghetti Tour, you will spend several days above 3,000 metres and reach altitudes above 4,000 metres. The gradual progression helps with acclimatisation, but everyone responds differently to altitude. Your IFMGA Mountain Guide will monitor your pace, recovery and general condition throughout the tour.

FAQ #2 – What happens if I feel unwell during the tour?

Tell your guide immediately. On a five-day traverse, it is important to assess any symptoms before continuing to higher altitude. Your IFMGA Mountain Guide may slow the pace, change a stage or modify the programme according to your condition and the mountain conditions.

FAQ #3 – Can I join the group if I am travelling alone?

Yes, you can book individually on available group departures. Before confirming your place, we check that your experience and fitness are suitable for the Spaghetti Tour and compatible with the level of the group.

FAQ #4 – Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?

You do not need a sleeping bag for the mountain huts, but a sleeping bag liner is compulsory. We recommend a lightweight, reusable model that is easy to carry throughout the five-day tour.

FAQ #5 – Will I get a refund if we do not climb all the planned summits?

No. The summits listed are part of the planned itinerary, but they cannot be guaranteed. Weather, glacier conditions, acclimatisation, timing or the condition of the group may make it necessary to change the programme. The guiding service is still considered provided if one or more planned summits cannot be reached.

FAQ #6 – What level of fitness do I need for the Spaghetti Tour?

You need a good level of fitness and should be comfortable walking for several hours on consecutive days. The stages generally involve 5–8 hours of activity, significant elevation gain and many hours above 4,000 metres. Fitness alone is not enough: you also need to maintain a steady pace and recover well from one day to the next.

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Insurance

Before departure, check that your insurance policy specifically covers mountaineering, glacier travel, altitude, trip cancellation, repatriation, and personal liability. For more information, read our complete guide to mountain insurance.

WINTER

Level 1 – Explore
First freeride experiences. Controlled turns and a relaxed pace on accessible terrain.

Level 2 – Advanced
Confident skiing on ungroomed snow and able to maintain a good pace throughout the day.

Level 3 – Technical
Regular freeride experience, including on steeper terrain and in more exposed situations.


SUMMER

Level 1 – First experience
You should be comfortable with normal mountain hiking. No previous mountaineering or glacier experience is required.

Level 2 – Basic experience
You should already have completed hikes of several hours on mountain trails. Previous glacier experience or use of crampons is not required, but you should be ready to use them for the first time.

Level 3 – Mountaineering experience
Previous experience using crampons and travelling roped together on a glacier is required. The route may include short exposed sections.

Level 4 – Advanced experience
Solid experience using crampons and travelling roped together is required. The route may include exposed ridges, steep slopes and mixed terrain.

Level 5 – Experienced mountaineer
Strong experience on technical high-mountain routes is required. The route may include very exposed sections, climbing on rock, ice or mixed terrain, and may require knowledge of the main rope techniques.

The level indicates the technical experience required, not the physical effort.
The actual difficulty may vary depending on mountain conditions and the route.