die Hochtour
Translation
high-altitude tour, high-alpine tour, mountaineering tour
Examples
Wir planen eine Hochtour in den Alpen.
We are planning a high-altitude tour in the Alps.
Eine Hochtour erfordert gute Ausrüstung.
A high-alpine tour requires good equipment.
Grammar Patterns
to do a high-altitude tour ((in...)) Wir machen eine Hochtour in den Schweizer Alpen.
to go on a high-altitude tour Im Sommer gehen wir auf eine Hochtour.
Similar Words
Bergtour (mountain tour), Klettertour (climbing tour), Expedition (expedition)
Etymology
Composed of 'hoch' (high) + 'Tour' (tour). A literal 'high tour' in the mountains, especially over glaciers.
Memory Tips
Think of a tour that is 'high' in altitude, requiring more than just hiking, like crossing a glacier or summiting a major peak.