Trips Dates

5-12th September 2026

£1950 - Includes accommodation, food, sketch pack, lift pass, hiking guide, and daily illustration sessions with Kate Sutton

sketch your way through the Chamonix Valley

Each day, we’ll hike through valleys and over ridgelines, pausing along the way for guided sketching sessions where Kate will help you create your own illustrated travel journal. You’ll learn how to capture the landscape's awe-inspiring peaks, serene meadows, and charming alpine huts, all while developing your own artistic style. Don't worry about perfection—this journey is all about enjoying the process and being inspired by the natural beauty surrounding you on the go.

No need to bring art supplies—we’ll provide everything you need for the week. As we move from hut to hut, spending each night in a different valley or perched atop mountain ranges, you'll immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Alps while honing your creativity. From crisp alpine air to quiet moments sketching in wildflower meadows, this is an adventure for the creative soul seeking both inspiration and challenge.

If you love the idea of combining outdoor adventure with art, this trip is the perfect blend of exploration and creativity.

What’s Included?

• 6 nights accommodation

• Breakfast & Lunches

• 4 Evening Dinners

• Personal Sketching Pack

• Daily sketch sessions lead by Kate Sutton

• Lead by a qualified wilderness guide

• 1% Donation to the Planet

  What’s not Included?

• Flights/transport to starting point

• 2 Evening meals

• Insurance

  *We will help you book your transport to our starting point - we encourage you to use public transport to align with our eco-tourism standards.

£ 1950 - Reserve your place here

EQUIPMENT & CLOTHES

A detailed recommended packing list for personal items to bring will be sent with your booking documentation. 

FULL T&CS

For full booking terms and conditions please click here.

Any other questions? (FAQ)

WHERE DO WE MEET?

We will meet you at our chalet in Chamonix at 6pm on the first day. Here we will welcome you all go through the plan for the week then sit down for dinner together.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Our nearest airport is Geneva then it is a short 1hr transfer from here to Chamonix. There are many different bus companines you can book your transfer with. This costs roughly €16-29.

WHAT TIME DO WE NEED TO ARRIVE?

We meet at 6pm on the first day of the trip and you are free to leave anytime on the final day of the trip as there are no activities planned after breakfast.

WHAT SHOULD MY HIKING ABILITY BE?

You need to have a good level of hiking fitness and be able to hike uphill for 2-3 hours. Each day will vary the distance from 8-15km and you will need to be happy to do 1000m of elevation ascending/descending.

WHAT IS THE FOOD LIKE?

We provide breakfast and lunch and dinner every day except the day off where you can eat out in Chamonix. Breakfasts will be in the chalet each morning. For lunches, we will prepare sandwiches and have a picnic on the mountain. Then we will have a home-made style dinner together each evening. You will need to supply your own snacks each day.

DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE? 

Yes, travel insurance is a must. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the appropriate insurance to cover you for all aspects of this trip, including cancellation.

CAN I COME ON MY OWN? 

Yes, of course! It’s a great trip to meet new like-minded people.

WHAT IS THE ROOM SETUP?

You will be in a shared room, on some dates it is possible to pay an extra charge for a solo occupancy room. Drop us a message if you would like this. Any more questions?

Feel free to give us a call or send us a message if you want to know any more about our trips.

Reserve your spot

Reserve your place on this trip with a £300 deposit. Choose your dates and then the full amount will be due 90 days before the trip departs.