Trekking Mont Blanc
Experience 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.
Highlights
- Hike the soul-stirring Mont Blanc massif
- Witness alpine meadows and rocky peaks
- Conquer windswept cols and steep trails
- Earn that delicious mountain meal
- Stay in remote mountain refuges
Trip Details
Product Code: 2196
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Local bus, walking, cable car.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Active
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: EFMB
Starts: Chamonix, France
Finishes: Chamonix, France
Duration: 10 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Challenging
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Challenging mountain hikes led by an International Mountain Leader (IML) (8 days)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (4 nts, possibly multi-share), mountain refuges (5 nts, multi-share).
- 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
- Local bus, walking, cable car.
Group Leader
- Qualified IML (International Mountain Leader) as CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2999 ($300 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Chamonix
Arrive at any time.
Our circuit begins and ends in Chamonix, France.
This evening is our first opportunity to try out some of the best Alpine specialities in a typical restaurant, such as Cheese fondue, Tartiflette or Raclette accompanied with some famous "Vin de Savoie" wine.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - As this is a challenging active trek, demanding good fitness and equipment, it is very important that you arrive on time for this briefing to learn more about the route and to hear your leader's recommendations on equipment. Please make every effort to arrive on time. If you are delayed, your CEO will leave you a message detailing where they can be contacted and when to meet later in the evening or early the following morning.Accommodation - Pointe Isabelle
Day 2: Chamonix/Les Contamines-Montjoie
Travel to Les Houches and enjoy a 15km (9 mi) hike through the stunning countryside to Les Contamines and savour a delicious dinner in the evening.
We set off this morning after breakfast for our first day of hiking. We'll take the bus to the village of Les Houches, where we begin with a cable car ride to Bellevue. From here on a clear day you'll enjoy great views of the Chamonix Valley and the Mont Blanc Range, before beginning our hike to Les Contamines.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Hike past the Bioniassay glacier and the rolling slopes of Col du Tricot (if weather permits,) afterwards descend into the Valley of Les Contamines-Montjoie. Then climb up along an old Roman ridge and past an original Roman bridge. Arrive to the Gîte in a valley that leads to the Col du Bonhomme and stop for the night for a well-deserved rest.
Approximate hiking time is 8.5hrs. 900m - 2952ft ascent, 1300m - 4265ft descentAccommodation - Refuge Nant Borrant
Day 3: Les Contamines-Montjoie/Les Chapieux
Hike the challenging 15km (9 mi) from Les Contamines to Les Chapieux.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Begin the steep ascent to the Col Du Bonhomme, then hike to the Croix du Bonhomme and stop for lunch. While eating your meal, enjoy the amazing view of the Vallee des Chapieux. Descend to Les Chapieux for the night. Today the group will tackle steep uphill and downhill routes on rough terrain, this part of the tour can be extremely difficult but hikers’ feeling of satisfaction after climbing the Col du Bonhomme make the challenges worthwhile.
Approximate hiking time is 7 hours. 1300m - 4265ft ascent, 900m - 2952ft descentAccommodation - Refuge Des Mottets
Day 4: Les Chapieux/Courmayeur
Pass glacial lakes on the 15km (9 mi) trek from Les Chapieux to the Italian town of Courmayeur.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Climb through open pastures and snowfield to Col de la Seigne and the border with Italy. Pass by picturesque glacier lakes while descending into beautiful Val Veny. Continue on a 45 minute descent to Rifugio Elisabetta, then a further 45 minute descent will bring the group to La Visaille. From this small hamlet take a bus or taxi to the picturesque town of Courmayeur, Italy.
Approximate hiking time is 5hrs. 750m - 2460ft ascent, 800m - 2625ft descentFree_time - Free time to explore what the biggest town in the Italian Mont Blanc circuit has to offer such as restaurants and bistros. Accommodation - Hotel Cristallo
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.
Today we have a scheduled rest day to put up our weary feet or take the opportunity to enjoy the lovely town of Courmayeur and La Saxe.
Enjoy an optional dinner with the group and our leader to taste some of the Italian Alpine specialities offered in Courmayeur's many atmospheric restaurants.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Relax and enjoy the mountain scenery or enjoy one of the optional activities available here.Accommodation - Hotel Cristallo
Day 6: Courmayeur/Val Ferret
Hike the 13km (8 mi) from Courmayeur to the Italian Val Ferret. It's a steep climb but the rewarding views are worth it.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Lace those hiking boots back up! Start the steep climb up to Rifugio Bertone with the best view of the Mont Blanc Massif. Hike along the Mont de la Saxe, taking the balcony path facing the ridge of the Grandes Jorasses. Stop for a picnic lunch and take in the unforgettable view. Continue to Rifugio Bonatti, overlooking the Italian Val Ferret for the night.
Approximate hiking time is 5hrs. 850m - 2789ft ascent, 285m - 935ft descentAccommodation - Rifugio Bonatti
Day 7: Val Ferret/La Fouly
Embark on a long, steep hike of 20km (12.5 mi) followed by a stay in the Swiss mountain village of La Fouly.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Start towards Arp Nouva, then begin the steep climb across the Grand Col Ferret, and descend into the hamlet of Ferret, Switzerland. Continue the decent into the Alpage at La Peule before reaching a high traverse above the valley; from here, enjoy the view of the deep, green forest crawling up the foothills of the surrounding mountains. Continue downward on a the final passage, finishing in the mountain village of La Fouly, where you can finally kick those feet up and relax.
Approximate hiking duration is 6hrs. 900m - 2953ft ascent, 1400m - 4593ft descentAccommodation - Auberge des Glaciers Fouly
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
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Taking the Bovine Way, an old trail used to access the flower-filled summer cow pastures high above the valley, we continue along our circuit today, passing the Col de la Forclaz and then heading downhill to Trient.
Approximate hiking duration is 5hrs. 750m - 2460ft ascent, 950m - 3117ft descentAccommodation - La Grande Ourse
Day 9: Trient/Chamonix
Enjoy a final day of trekking 12 km (7.5mi) over the Col de la Balme to the Chamonix valley.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Head back towards the Chamonix Valley and out of Switzerland. Walk uphill through a large forest and then open alpine slopes to the Col de Balme. Trek the last downhill stretch to Montroc in the Chamonix Valley to wrap up this unforgettable trek.
Approximate hiking duration is 5hrs. 900m - 2952ft ascent, 750m - 2460ft descentAccommodation - Pointe Isabelle
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 approximately 2 hours away.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
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G Adventures
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Veda A - Traveled, September 2023
I would suggest looking for a tour with luggage options
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Lilian D - Traveled, August 2023
If they were interested I this type of travel I'd say it was well organized alway knew what to expect.
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Sandra M - Traveled, August 2023
It was my first adventure with G Adventures and everything about it was PERFECT! The trek, the accommodations and our guide was 10 out of 10
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Dimitri P - Traveled, August 2023
Amazing time
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Kim C - Traveled, August 2023
The description of the tour was exactly what it was. Magnificent views and challenging.
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Agnes P - Traveled, August 2023
Small group size with an active itinerary
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Roxane B - Traveled, August 2023
The way the trip is organized step by step so that we know what we have to do to by preparing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/14/2023
Naoko S - Traveled, August 2023
Overall experience was quite satisfying with all the arrangements, the tour guide and the team
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Andrea M - Traveled, July 2023
Honestly the hiking was so amazing and Pascal was so wonderful to follow.
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Rachel G - Traveled, July 2023
I've travelled with G Adventures 3 times now and they are consistently amazing trips!
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Daryn C - Traveled, July 2023
I've been on multiple G trips and all have been great.
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Naoko S - Traveled, July 2023
Overall experience was quite satisfying with all the arrangements, the tour guide and the team
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Amish P - Traveled, July 2023
Great itinerary organised
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Elise H - Traveled, July 2023
Great value, great guide, great time!
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Sylvia W - Traveled, July 2023
Trip was well organized.
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Sheila M - Traveled, June 2023
Good overall experience
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Glenn C - Traveled, June 2023
Pricing
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Bradley B - Traveled, June 2023
The trip would be very difficult to do/book as an individual, so the organization/ease from booking with G was well worth it.
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Tamara S - Traveled, August 2023
It was an amazing experience with a fantastic guide. Everything was well organized.
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Louis S - Traveled, August 2023
Friendly, Intelligent and Patient guides
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