Trek Bivouac in Chartreuse
The Chartreuse under canvas: dense forest, hidden cliffs, monastic silence.
Duration
3 days
From
€380/pers.
Ideal seasons
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Style
Itinerant travel
Comfort
rustique
Travelers
Solo, With friends, Couple
The spirit of travel
Come and taste the quintessence of trekking in the heart of the Chartreuse massif with Captain Cyril.
For three days, you will savor the best that Chartreuse has to offer, this massif just a stone's throw from Grenoble and Chambéry. Between nights in a tent, nights under the stars or nights in a cabin, there will be something for everyone. During the days, we explore the Hauts de Chartreuse Natural Reserve, a preserved area where it is not uncommon to encounter our hosts the chamois and ibex. In short, an elixir of the best that the mountains can offer us.
Entirely accessible by public transport via the Chambéry / Pontcharra SNCF station.
🌱 This trip has a reduced carbon footprint. By choosing it, you are supporting sustainable tourism, respectful of nature, territories and the local economy — a simple and committed approach, carried out through our agency's human and professional approach.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
The adventure region
Vercors-Diois
Cap sur le Parc naturel régional du Vercors, un massif à part, posé entre Drôme et Isère, où les falaises découpent le ciel et où les forêts ouvrent la voie vers de vastes plateaux.
Discover Vercors →Day-by-day itinerary
Let's leave the city for the Hauts de Chartreuse
Meeting at the Pontcharra station at the foot of the Chartreuse massif. The trek begins as soon as you exit the train! This first day of hiking will allow us to leave the city and cross all the mountain levels to reach the alpine pastures of the Hauts de Chartreuse reserve. A total disconnect where we will leave behind us the world below to feel in complete harmony with the world above.
Elevation gain + 1300 m / Elevation loss - 100 m / Distance 11 km
At the summit of Mont Granier
Today, we will climb Mont Granier. At 1933m altitude, it dominates like a fortress the heights of Chartreuse as well as the entire Chambéry to Grenoble valley. In good weather, you can even enjoy a magnificent view of a good part of the Northern Alps and Mont Blanc. It is also the privileged territory of ibex. For the most motivated, we can start very early to reach the summit accompanied by a magnificent sunrise.
Then we will continue exploring these places by heading towards the South of Chartreuse for a new idyllic bivouac spot.
Elevation gain +1200m / Elevation loss -650m / Distance 14km
On the ridges of the Chartreuse
On this third day, we will enjoy the Chartreuse landscapes one last time. The particular geology associated with hundreds of thousands of years of tectonic movements and erosion have drawn mysterious shapes here.
Perhaps we will have the chance to encounter the chamois. It will then be time to descend gently to rejoin civilization and Pontcharra.
During these 3 days, we will ensure to leave no trace of our passage so that this environment endures and the real inhabitants of these places can live in perfect tranquility.
A nature break within reach of the city, this is what Chartreuse offers us.
Elevation gain + 300m / Elevation loss - 1400m / Distance 15km
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- Transport to the meeting point (Grenoble train station)
- 10°C comfort duvets (rental available)
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Everything that is not explicitly mentioned as included
Included
- The Service and Support of the Guide
- Accommodation in bivouac, in shared tent, mattresses provided
- Kitchen equipment
- The meals mentioned in the program
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
Our adventures take place in France: a valid national identity card (or passport) is all you need. No visa or entry formalities required, and no mandatory vaccinations.
Keep an identity document with you during your stay. Travelers coming from abroad should check their entry requirements for France with the authorities of their country of residence.
Our micro-adventures take place in France. Liability insurance and mountain rescue and assistance coverage are highly recommended — they are often already included with a bank card, a FFME / FFCAM membership, or your home insurance.
For fixed-date group departures, consider cancellation insurance. If in doubt, your Captain will guide you toward the coverage best suited to your activity (hiking, bivouacking, climbing, ski touring, etc.).
Required Level
- Physical effort: Sustained (trekking backpack of 12 to 15 kg)
- Technical prerequisites: None
- Accessibility: From 16 years old if accompanied by an adult
Accommodation
Bivouac:
Nights will be in 2 or 3 person tents.
Hot meals morning and evening outdoors. Midday meals picnic style.
Self-sufficiency for 4 days, no showers or public toilets. A true nature experience!
Access
Meeting at 9am at Pontcharra SNCF station.
Captain's tip: arrive the day before by train to Chambéry and take the TER on Day 1 at 8:40am from Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux station arriving at Pontcharra at 8:57am.
For those arriving by car, there is parking available at Pontcharra station car park.
Return scheduled at Pontcharra station on Day 3 at 5pm
- Departure confirmation: at the latest 7 days before the trip date
- Departure confirmed: from 4 registered participants
- Sales closure: until 3 days before departure, subject to availability
- Meeting at 9am at Pontcharra station, Return to Pontcharra station by 5pm
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
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For a quality custom trip, budget between €200 and €400 per day and per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transfers and activities. Paris is noticeably more expensive than the provinces. Our detailed quote allows you to adjust each item according to your preferences and comfort level.
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Absolutely. We design itineraries at your pace, with stops tailored to children: Loire Valley châteaux, natural parks, Provençal villages, Breton and Basque beaches. We select family-friendly accommodations and activities that blend discovery and enjoyment for the youngest travelers.
It's simple: chat with our team to define your wishes, dates and budget. You'll receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours, which you can adjust freely. Once confirmed, your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your stay to answer any questions.
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Payment is generally made in two installments.
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Let's talk about your adventure — Vercors-Diois
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