Trekking Mont Blanc

10 days*

From 14030 SEK

Overview

Map & Itinerary

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Overview

Experience the rarified air of Europe as you trek the Alps from France to Italy and Switzerland along the Tour du Mont Blanc. This challenging hiking circuit will reward you with mesmerizing views of glaciers, steep valleys, and, of course, Mont Blanc itself. Travel across high passes and through Alpine meadows, recharging at night with delicious mountain cuisine in simple refuges. Challenge yourself to conquer one of the world's premiere hiking routes, uncovering the alpine heart of Europe on this incredible active adventure.

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Overview

Departs/Ends: Chamonix to Chamonix
Travel style: Active
Physical rating: 5
Age requirements: You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Trip type: Max 12, avg 10

What you get

Accomodation: Hotels (2 nts), basic hotels (2 nts, possibly multi-share), mountain refuges (5 nts, multi-share).
Transport: Local bus, walking, cable car
Meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Team leader: Qualified IML (International Mountain Leader) as CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Extras

The international flight to and from start and finish city is not included in the tour price. Allow USD210-275 for meals not included.

Map & Itinerary

Day 1 Chamonix

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Chamonix/Les Contamines-Montjoie

Travel to Les Houches and enjoy a 24km (14 mi) hike through the stunning countryside to Les Contamines and savour a delicious dinner in the evening. Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Day 3 Les Contamines-Montjoie/Les Chapieux

Hike the challenging 18km (11 mi) from Les Contamines to Les Chapieux. Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Day 4 Les Chapieux/Courmayeur

Pass glacial lakes on the 23km (14 mi) trek from Les Chapieux to the Italian town of Courmayeur. Meals included: breakfast

Day 5 Courmayeur

The picturesque mountain town of Courmayeur is an ideal backdrop for a free day. Opt to ride a cable car to Pointe Helbronner or go for a day hike. Meals included: breakfast

Day 6 Courmayeur/Val Ferret

Hike the 14km (8.6 mi) from Courmayeur to the Italian Val Ferret. It's a steep climb but the rewarding views are worth it. Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Day 7 Val Ferret/La Fouly

Embark on a long, steep hike of 20km (12 mi) followed by a stay in the Swiss mountain village of La Fouly. Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Day 8 La Fouly/Trient

After a short bus journey to the picturesque village of Champex, follow the "Bovine Way" and trek 16km (10mi) from La Fouly to Trient. Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Day 9 Trient/Chamonix

Enjoy a final day of trekking 14 km (8.6mi) over the Col de la Balme to the Chamonix valley. Meals included: breakfast

Day 10 Chamonix

We suggest booking your flight no earlier than 12:00 if you would like to leisurely enjoy your last morning in Chamonix. Please keep in mind that Geneva is several hours away. Meals included: breakfast

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