Mont Blanc Massif
/ Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Tour du Mont Blanc in bivouac, 100% women
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In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationMont Blanc Massif / Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions56.86 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
In a few words
Embark on a 100% women's group adventure on the beautiful trails of the Tour du Mont Blanc . Spend seven days traversing three Alpine countries ( France, Italy, and Switzerland ) and discover breathtaking and diverse panoramas . During the day, you'll admire a variety of landscapes, including towering peaks, lakes, verdant valleys, and glaciers. Then, each evening, you'll pitch your tent in small, secluded campsites , experiencing total immersion in nature . Of course, you'll have all the necessary comforts to enjoy your stay, with luggage transfers and meals delivered to your accommodations each evening.
The highlights
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An all-female hiking group (including your guide)
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An off-the-beaten-path itinerary for a truly immersive experience
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A comfortable bivouac stay thanks to the transfer of luggage and equipment
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
In figures
Trekking
- Average duration/day: 6h
- Average distance/day: 17 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 977 m
- Average daily descent: 1022 m
Management
During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band :
1 supervisor for 4 to 12 people
Guide de moyenne montagne
Guide de moyenne montagne
You'll be accompanied by a passionate mountain guide! She'll lead you along the trails and share her extensive knowledge of the environment. Beyond her expertise in safety and navigation, she'll introduce you to the region's natural treasures (wildlife, flora, minerals, terrain, etc.) and cultural aspects (people, traditions, legends, cuisine, heritage, etc.). She'll ensure you enjoy this adventure with your group of women and make your stay unforgettable.
Program
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Les Houches - Les Contamines
- Transportation 00h10 - 1km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 5h30
- Distance 19 km
- Positive elevation gain 650 m
- Negative elevation 1300 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Departure from the Prarion gondola lift, in Les Houches, at 9am.
We will begin this trek by heading towards the Col du Tricot, at an altitude of 2120m. The first panoramic views of the valley and the surrounding mountains will be revealed.
Descent to the Truc alpine pasture, then to Contamines-Montjoie, where we will spend the night in a tent, in a pleasant campsite.
Day 1 -
Les Contamines - Les Chapieux
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Distance 18 km
- Positive elevation gain 1450 m
- Negative elevation 800 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After passing the majestic Notre-Dame-de-la-Gorge chapel, we ascend the Roman Road to reach the Col du Bonhomme (2329m) and the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme (2412m). Throughout the climb, we are in the heart of the Contamines-Montjoie Nature Reserve, where flora and fauna flourish, much to our delight.
After a picnic overlooking the beautiful Beaufortain region, we descended into the Chapieux valley, where pastoral activity is very much in evidence. It's the perfect place to sample one of the many Beaufort cheeses produced locally.
We spend the night in a tent at the hamlet of Chapieux.
Day 2 -
Les Chapieux - Val Veni
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 5km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 18 km
- Positive elevation gain 750 m
- Negative elevation 1000 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Short transfer to Glacier City.
We begin our hike by climbing to the Col de la Seigne, at 2416m altitude, the border between France and Italy. Then, descending into the Val Veni, we enjoy superb views of the Italian side of Mont Blanc. We will then spend the night at a campsite in the heart of the Val Veni, at the foot of the highest peak in Europe.Day 3 -
Val Veni - Courmayeur - Val Ferret
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 7h
- Distance 19 km
- Positive elevation gain 1420 m
- Negative elevation 1325 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
In the morning, we climb to the Col Chécrouit, overlooking the small town of Courmayeur, which we then reach. We take the opportunity to explore the historic center, its beautiful architecture, and its culinary specialties. We then ascend the other side of the mountain to the Bertone refuge, which offers an exceptional view of the majestic Mont Blanc.
A pleasant traverse along a balcony path will then be followed by a descent to Val Ferret, where we will spend the night in a tent.
Day 4 -
Val Ferret - La Fouly
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 7km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 6h30
- Distance 14 km
- Positive elevation gain 850 m
- Negative elevation 950 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We begin the day with a short transfer to Arnouva, the starting point for today's hike. We then embark on a long and beautiful climb to the Grand Col Ferret (2537m), marking the crossing into Switzerland, the third and final country on this Tour du Mont Blanc. From there, we descend to La Fouly in the Swiss Val Ferret. Overnight camping in La Fouly.
Day 5 -
La Fouly - Champex - Trient
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 18km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 15 km
- Positive elevation gain 715 m
- Negative elevation 925 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
For this day entirely in Switzerland, we first travel to the resort town of Champex with a private transfer.
A beautiful stage then awaits us, offering panoramic views above Martigny and the Rhône Valley. We pass through lovely alpine pastures with varied landscapes. We then reach Trient, a charming little village with a pink church.
Depending on the group's fitness level and conditions, we may pass through the Fenêtre d'Arpette (2665m), the highest point of our Tour du Mont Blanc, offering a more mountainous and technical setting.We will then spend the night near the refuge, outside the village.
Day 6 -
Trient - Le Tour - Les Houches
- Transportation Bus - 01h - 25km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 13 km
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 850 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
For this final day on the Tour du Mont Blanc, we return to France. After a beautiful climb to the Col de Balme (2191m), where the many peaks of the Mont Blanc massif are revealed, we descend to the hamlet of Le Tour, marking the end of our trek.
Return to Les Houches by bus.
Day 7
Note
This program may be modified at the guide's discretion if mountain conditions, weather or the physical condition of the participants require it, particularly for day 6.
Accommodation
⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 6
You will spend 6 nights in a 3-person tent used for 2 people, near mountain huts and campsites. We provide sleeping mats. Please bring a sleeping bag.
Access
Departure
Parking de la Télécabine du Prarion, aux Houches
Day 1
: 09h00
End of stay
Parking de la Télécabine du Prarion, aux Houches
Day 7
Return to the scheduled departure point by bus, included in the price of the stay
Go to the starting point
Take the train toGare de Viaduc Sainte Marie
Travel to the place of stay
with parking
available
🚗 TMB car park, near the Prarion gondola lift, free parking but often very busy in peak season! Plan your parking well in advance.
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Price details
The price includes
- Supervision by a qualified mountain guide
- Loan of camping equipment: 3-person tent used by 2 people and mattress
- Half-board accommodation in lodgings near the bivouac site (mountain refuge or campsite)
- Lunch picnics prepared by our local team (excluding containers and cutlery)
- Snacks made with dried fruit provided by our team
- Luggage transport every evening
- Showers in the accommodations indicated in the program
- The cable car ride on Day 1
- The transfer between La Fouly and Champex on Day 6
- The Tour returns to Les Houches on Day 7
The price does not include
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day
- Drinks other than water at the table
- Picnic container (Tup box) + reusable cutlery
- The sleeping bag
- Any private transfers or cable car rides not included in the program
- Personal expenses
- Nights before or after your stay in Les Houches (Hotel Saint Antoine, Ibis Styles, Rocky Pop, Gîte Michel Fagot)
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
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