FAQs

The tour price typically includes guide fees, accommodation in mountain huts or lodges, meals during the tour, transport to and from the mountain base (if applicable), and equipment rental if specified. Please note that inclusions may vary by tour, with detailed information provided for each on our website.

Yes, a non-refundable deposit of 25% of the tour cost is required to secure your booking. The full payment schedule will be provided at the time of booking, with the balance due no less than 3 months prior to the tour start.

Booking with Thrusummits Ltd is straightforward, with options to use our website or direct contact. Costs are tailored to each tour, reflecting destination, duration, and group size, with a structured payment process to ensure clarity.

Tours are clearly graded on our website, indicating skill and fitness requirements, enabling you to choose adventures suited to your experience and physical ability.

You can book a tour by visiting our website at www.thrusummits.co.uk and filling out the booking form, or by contacting us via email at info@thrusummits.co.uk

We primarily operate in the Alps, covering popular climbing destinations like Mont Blanc and Matterhorn, and in Central Asia, including peaks like Khan Tengri and Pobeda Peak.

Thrusummits Ltd is dedicated to delivering exceptional adventure experiences in the great outdoors, specializing in small-group climbing and ski touring tours in the Alps and Central Asia.

Please contact us to get the latest information on your desired trip.

We keep our groups small, typically 1-4 participants per guide, to ensure a personalised experience and enhance safety and enjoyment.

Exclusions include travel to and from the tour starting point, personal equipment, insurance, and any additional expenses not specified in the tour details.

Thrusummits Ltd provides detailed kit lists , ensuring participants are well-equipped for their adventures. Equipment needs vary by tour, with recommendations for breaking in new gear beforehand.

The required equipment varies depending on the tour. We provide a detailed kit list for each tour on our website, covering essentials like quality boots, crampons, ice axes, harnesses, and appropriate clothing layers.

No, But we are happy to provides detailed kit lists and help you choose correct gears.

You must have comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, evacuation, and trip cancellation. Ensure your policy covers high-altitude climbing or skiing relevant to activities in the Alps and Central Asia. You are responsible for arranging your own insurance, and we strongly recommend checking with us beforehand to confirm that your policy provides adequate coverage for your chosen tour.

If accommodation is provided, it will be mentioned in the tour details. It is typically in mountain huts or lodges. For tours in Central Asia, we may stay in guesthouses or camps, ensuring comfort and proximity to climbing or skiing areas.

Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• More than 3 months before the tour start date: full refund minus the deposit.
• 2 to 3 months before the tour start date: 50% refund.
• Less than 2 months before the tour start date: no refund.

We recommend guests take out robust cancellation insurance to cover any lost fees, as deposit payments are non-transferable and non-refundable, securing booking and planning services.

Tours are clearly graded on our website, indicating skill and fitness requirements, enabling you to choose adventures suited to your experience and physical ability.

Participants should be physically fit and prepared for the challenges of high-altitude climbing or skiing. Regular cardiovascular and endurance training before the tour is highly recommended.

Safety is paramount at Thrusummits Ltd, with highly qualified guides and structured training. Experience requirements vary, ensuring accessibility for beginners and advanced climbers alike, with options for training and gear rental.

All our guides are highly qualified and experienced, holding certifications such as IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guide Associations). We follow strict safety protocols, including regular risk assessments, contingency planning, and thorough briefings and training sessions before and during the tour.

We have well-established emergency response procedures, including close collaboration with local rescue services. All guides are trained in wilderness first aid and emergency management.

This depends on the specific tour. Some tours are suitable for beginners with little to no experience, while others require prior climbing or skiing skills. Please check the specific tour requirements on our website at www.thrusummits.co.uk.