TOUR DU MONT BLANC – Switzerland France Italy
Overview
The most popular trekking in the Alps passing through 3 different countries, 3 different cultures. A guided tour in 7 days for discovering 7 different valleys in France, Italy and Switzerland around the highest peak of the Alps (4810m).
We will wander up ancient mule trails through high passes, amazing glaciers, alpine meadows and charming hamlets.
Highlights
Visited Places:
• Geneva
• Chamonix valley
• Le Tour
• Trient
• Champex
• Courmayeur
• Les Chapieux
• Les Contamines
• Les Houches
Travel Experience:
• Savor the flavor of Swiss chocolate and cheese
• European culture and traditions
• Crossing the colossal fields of glacier
• Hiking/trekking
• Shopping in small towns while on the hike
• 3 different country & cultural experience Swiz, France, Italy
6 Reasons To Book This Trip
1. Affordable Adventure – Traveling with a like-minded group is not only fun but also it’s cost-effective instead of traveling solo.
2. Forget About The Planning – We take care of permits, transportation, and logistics, so all you have to do is show up.
3. Shared Photos – At the end of every trip we will have a google photo album where we share our wonderful tour pictures. We can also share to this website and multiply the memories!
4. Make New Friends – On every trip you will meet new people, it’s a good opportunity to make friends for your life while enjoying the group event.
5. Group Leader – Event organizer will be there every step of the way, making sure that the trip goes as smoothly as possible.
6. Unforgettable Memories – All events are designed keeping in mind to have an unforgettable memory of your lifetime.
Notes
Geneva
Geneva
Switzerland
Flights
- Arrival: Day01 before 2pm (Flexible)
- Return: Day09 anytime after 8am (Flexible)
Airport: Geneva Intl. airport (Switzerland)
Meeting Point
- The group meets at the arrival airport or at the hotel on Day01.
- More details will be provided via group chat on WhatsApp
Availability
- Seat available till the booking is open!
- Balance due 2 months before the tour departure date!
* Minimum number of members requires for all group tour. Please confirm with the organizer before any flight booking!
GRADE: MODERATE **
4 to 6 non-consecutive hours of walking per day. An average of 900 m climbing per day.
Itinerary
Geneva
Description:
The blissful and romantic tour of Mont Blanc begins with the arrival at Geneva. Today is a free day to explore on your own, Explore the top tourist attractions of Geneva. Marvel at the beautiful Jet d’Eau fountain, and then check out the monumental wooden sculpture, the Broken Chair. Proceed to take tours of Old Town Geneva, Lake Geneva, Cathedrale, and the Palace of Nations in Geneva. Sample the delicious Swiss chocolate and Swiss cheese at the local restaurants too. Spend the night at the hotel in Geneva.
Activities Included:
- N/A – Free time
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Geneva
Geneva - Le Tour – Trient
Description:
Board the shuttle cab after breakfast to reach Le Tour, (1h.30m) meet the guide on arrival, last minute preparation before the hiking adventure begins.
We leave the Le Tour village of Montrose and France behind through a superb climb up Col de Balme. The stage is set: Mont Blanc, the Aiguille Verte, the Aiguille du Dru and the Aiguilles de Chamonix. We then descend through a forest towards the village of Trient. D+:894 ; D-:740; 4H30
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
- Shuttle to Le Tour
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
- Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hostel
Trient - Champex - La Fouly
Description:
We have two options for this day according to the weather conditions. Through Bovine and the alpine meadow, following a trail in balcony on the Swiss Rhône Valley. The more challenging Fenêtre d’Arpette (2665 m), offers an extraordinary view over Trient glacier. A quick taxi transfert to discover La Fouly hamlet, night at La Fouly. D+:1300 or 900 ; D-: 1000 or 650 ; 6H
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
- Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hostel
La Fouly - Elena refuge
Description:
We leave Switzerland behind for Italy, passing through Grand Col Ferret. Spectacular view on Pré de Bar glacier, the perfect glacier tongue, accompanies you to the lodge. D+:900 ; D-:500 ; 5H
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
- Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hostel
Elena refuge - Bertone refuge
Description:
Spectacular day facing the heart of the Mont-Blanc range on a panoramic trail. D+:631; D-:704 ; 5H
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
- Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hostel
Bertone refuge - Elisabetta refuge
Description:
Descent to Courmayeur before walking up to Plan Chécrouit to enter Veny Valley. The Mont-Blanc can’t be closer!! Glaciers, glacial moraines and lakes are on the menu today. D+1100; D-1278 ; 6H
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
- Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hostel
elisabetta refuge - Les chappieux
Description:
We climb to Col de la Seigne, sitting in the shadows of the limestone pyramids and Estelette glacier, through which we head back into France. We descend through mountain pastures with a stop to Ville des Glaciers where do the famous Beaufort, one of the best french cheese. D+:600 ; D-:1000 ; 6H
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
- Shuttle to Geneva
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
- Dinner
Accommodation:
- Hostel
Les Chappieux - Les Contamines
Description:
This trail leads us to discover Beaufortin, the Tyrol of the French Alps. Ascent to Col du Bonhomme and then down through the Contamines nature reserve on to the ancient Roman road. Drive back to Geneva in the evening. There are no activities planned in Geneva, so you can either stay at the hotel or explore the nightlight in Geneva. D+: 900 ; D-: 1200 ; 4H
Activities Included:
- Mont Blanc hiking
- Shuttle to Geneva
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch (Picnic Style)
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Geneva
Geneva
Description:
It’s time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers and the guide as the tour ends today with a breakfast at the hotel. Check out is usually by 11am so book your return flight accordingly. Hoping that you have captured the best moments on camera and packed in a host of travel memories to carry back home with you.
Activities Included:
- N/A – Free time
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Inclusions
Price Includes
- 2-night hotel stay in Geneva Switzerland (Double occupancy)
-
6 Nights dorm – Gîte, refuge, depending on the location
(In bedrooms of 2 pers for 5 nights; 1 night in a bedroom for 4 pers.)
- 8 Breakfast, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
- Luggage transfer by mule/van (max 1 soft bag weighing no more than 7 KG / 15 LB)
- Experienced mountain guide
- Shuttle Geneva – Trail head – Geneva
- Internal transfers by local bus
- Geneva – self-guided day tour & transportation
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Meals (other then mentioned above)
- Personal Expenses
- Travel insurance
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