Mont Blanc ascent: the legendary climb in 6 days
In summary
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Sports
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Duration6 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationMont Blanc Massif - France / Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions35.84 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
English
French
Spanish
In a few words
Reaching the summit of Mont Blanc at 4,810 meters is a legendary challenge for any mountain enthusiast. This 6-day mountaineering course , led by a high-mountain guide , gives you the tools to make this dream a reality safely and effectively. Through gradual acclimatization and instruction in cramponing techniques , you'll first climb a 3,500-meter peak before attempting the final ascent.
Throughout your stay, you'll be climbing in a small group , alone or in pairs with your guide, for a smoother experience and to maximize your chances of success . This personalized format allows for better pace management , essential for this type of demanding effort at high altitude.
By coming with friends or as a pair, you foster cohesion and avoid skill gaps that could jeopardize the adventure. A key factor in this type of project.
This demanding and unforgettable stay offers you an authentic alpine immersion , between pushing your limits and strong emotions, in the heart of the highest peaks in Europe.
The highlights
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Ascent of the Aiguille du Tour and then Mont Blanc
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Maximum 2 people per guide for the entire course
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Technical, physical preparation and acclimatization in 6 days
Photos
Sport
Level
Mountaineering
Management
Our high mountain guides are all IUAGM certified.
Our very strict supervision standards allow for supervision that is as close as possible to you and your needs for an optimal and safe experience.
Program
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Ice School
- Accommodation 4-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
This first day is dedicated to learning cramponing and ice climbing techniques at the Mer de Glace.
Day 1 -
Ascent of the Aiguille du Tour
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
You're off to climb the Aiguille du Tour in 2 days! Accessible and ideal for a first mountaineering experience, the ascent of the Aiguille du Tour (3,540 m) will be excellent training for climbing Mont Blanc.
- Day 2: Ascent to the Albert 1er Refuge
Starting from the village of Le Tour, you will reach the Albert 1er Refuge, perched facing the Chardonnet massif, where you will spend the night.
Half-board accommodation at the Albert 1er refuge: included.
- Day 3: Ascent of the Aiguille du Tour and descent
You will be climbing roped up on a glacier in a magnificent setting, between crevasses, snow-covered peaks and high-altitude light.
Reaching the summit offers a spectacular panorama of the Swiss and French Alps.
After descending back down to the Tour, you will return to Chamonix where you will spend the night.
Accommodation with breakfast at Hotel La Folie Douce: included.
Days 2 to 3 -
Ascent of Mont Blanc
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
- Day 4: Les Houches – Tête Rousse Refuge.
Departure in the early afternoon from the Bellevue cable car in Les Houches to reach the Nid d'Aigle (2,370 m) via the Mont Blanc tramway. It then takes approximately 2 hours to hike on a good trail to reach the Tête Rousse refuge at 3,167 m, where you will spend the night.
Walking time: 2 hours – Elevation gain: +800m.
Half-board accommodation at the Tête Rousse Refuge: included.
- Day 5: Tête Rousse Refuge – Mont Blanc Summit – Goûter Refuge.
We set off quite early to first reach the Goûter refuge at 3,835 m. After a short break and leaving behind non-essential items for reaching the summit of Mont Blanc, we will set off again for a 1,000 m ascent to the summit.
Descent via the same route and overnight stay at the Goûter refuge.
Walking time: 8 to 12 hours – Elevation gain/loss: +1700m / -1000m.
Half-board accommodation at the Goûter refuge: included.
- Day 6: Goûter Refuge – Les Houches.
Day back in the valley. Relatively early departure to take advantage of the good conditions. Return to Les Houches at midday / early afternoon.
Walking time: 3 to 5 hours – Elevation change: -2300m.
No accommodation booked by Nuyama
Days 4 to 6
Note
Important: the program and itineraries are subject to change and adaptation at any time by the guide depending on the weather and mountain conditions.
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Feel free to ask us for information regarding transfers from Geneva airport.
Please note that bookings for the mountain huts on the normal route up Mont Blanc open in January 2026. We will therefore be unable to confirm your stay before this date. As the huts are very popular, it is often difficult to secure your preferred dates. We therefore recommend being flexible with your travel dates.
Price details
The price includes
- The services of a high mountain guide for the ascent of Gran Paradiso and Mont Blanc. 1 guide for 2 people for the entire stay.
- Half-board accommodation in mountain huts (day 1, day 4 and day 5) for you and your guide.
- Accommodation at the Hotel La Folie Douce (days 1 & 3) in a B&B
- Ski lift passes
- Safety equipment: rope, carabiner, ice screws, etc.
- A harness will be provided for each participant.
The price does not include
- Drinks at the refuges (excluding walking tea: 1L and 1.5L of water for meals).
- Picnics / snacks / race food during the climbs.
- Dinners on days 1 and 3 at the La Folie Douce hotel
- Your personal equipment (clothing, mountaineering boots, crampons, backpack, etc.)
- Transportation to/from Chamonix.
- Personal expenses.
- Anything not listed under "included".
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Insurance covering search & rescue costs + repatriation (have your policy number or emergency phone number ready)
Passport or identity card
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Safety equipment: rope, carabiner, ice screws, etc.
- A harness will be provided for each participant.
(You can rent equipment: mountaineering boots, crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe, telescopic poles, at preferential rates from our partner in Chamonix. Contact us.)
Equipment to bring
- BACKPACK - Recommended size: 35 liters minimum. Keep in mind that 500g + 500g + ... quickly adds up to extra kilos. Only take what you need, as you will have to carry everything you pack. Your bag should not exceed 8 to 10 kg.
- Mountaineering boots
- A pair of crampon-compatible mountaineering boots for high altitude (for hire).
- A pair of gaiters if your trousers require them.
- Hiking poles (optional but very useful!)
- Cleats with anti-balling plates
- Helmet
- Harness
- Straight ice axe
- Sleeping bag liner (mandatory)
- Individual mini pharmacy with sunscreen, lip balm, earplugs, ampoule kit, anti-nausea medication.
- Waterproof plastic containing your ID and Euros
- Category 4 glacier glasses
- Ski mask
- Water bottle of at least 1L + 500ml insulated water bottle
- Headlamp with spare batteries
Clothing to bring
- Beanie suitable for wearing a helmet
- Canvas hat or cap
- Buff-type neck warmer, long-sleeved underwear type
- “Micro-Fiber”
- Fleece jacket or equivalent
- Puffy jacket
- Sticky
- Change of clothes as you wish
- Pair of leather or fleece gloves
- Pair of ski gloves or mittens
- Heavy-duty summer mountaineering trousers
- Waterproof over-trousers, "Gore-tex" type
- Pair of warm walking socks
- Pair of lightweight walking socks
- Waterproof jacket with hood, "Gore-Tex" type
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