Trekking Mont Blanc
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Small Group
Challenging
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Trekking Mont Blanc
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
10 days
Small Group
Basic
Challenging
English
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.
Includes
Activities
- Your 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.
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
10 days
Local bus, walking, cable car.
English
Chamonix, France
Chamonix, France
Basic
Active, Budget
Challenging
Itinerary
Day 1: Chamonix
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 10 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Challenging
Experience the rarified air of Europe as you trek the Alps from France to Italy and Switzerland along the Tour du Mont Blanc.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 19 Jun 2026
Customer Reviews
09/16/2023
I would suggest looking for a tour with luggage options
09/16/2023
If they were interested I this type of travel I'd say it was well organized alway knew what to expect.
Tour Operator
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
09/16/2023
I would suggest looking for a tour with luggage options
09/16/2023
If they were interested I this type of travel I'd say it was well organized alway knew what to expect.
09/16/2023
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
09/16/2023
Amazing time
09/16/2023
The description of the tour was exactly what it was. Magnificent views and challenging.
09/16/2023
Small group size with an active itinerary
09/14/2023
The way the trip is organized step by step so that we know what we have to do to by preparing
09/14/2023
Overall experience was quite satisfying with all the arrangements, the tour guide and the team
09/14/2023
Honestly the hiking was so amazing and Pascal was so wonderful to follow.
09/14/2023
I've travelled with G Adventures 3 times now and they are consistently amazing trips!
09/14/2023
I've been on multiple G trips and all have been great.
09/14/2023
Overall experience was quite satisfying with all the arrangements, the tour guide and the team
09/13/2023
Great itinerary organised
09/13/2023
Great value, great guide, great time!
09/13/2023
Trip was well organized.
09/13/2023
Good overall experience
09/13/2023
Pricing
09/13/2023
The trip would be very difficult to do/book as an individual, so the organization/ease from booking with G was well worth it.
09/12/2023
It was an amazing experience with a fantastic guide. Everything was well organized.
09/12/2023
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