Tour du Mont Blanc under a tent
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 - France / Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions57.34 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
Embark on a magnificent adventure following in your guide's footsteps around Mont Blanc. This 7-day trek will take you through three countries (France, Italy, and Switzerland) and across a diverse landscape of mountain passes, valleys, glaciers, and more. Each evening, you'll set up camp for the night and enjoy spending quality time immersed in nature. Luggage transfers and meals at your accommodations each evening will ensure all the comforts you need for your hiking trip.
The highlights
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Breathtaking landscapes
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3 countries and 3 different cultures
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Luggage transfers and evening meals at accommodations
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Trekking
- Average duration/day: 6h
- Average distance/day: 17 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 977 m
- Average daily descent: 1022 m
Management
French
Your guide is a true enthusiast! They will lead you along the trails and share their extensive knowledge of the environment. Beyond their expertise in safety and navigation, they will introduce you to the region's treasures: natural (wildlife, flora, minerals, terrain, etc.) and cultural (people, traditions, legends, cuisine, heritage, etc.). They will help you appreciate the group adventure 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
Meet at the Prarion cable car at 9am, in Les Houches.
For this first day of walking, we head towards the Grand Col du Tricot and the Truc alpine pasture: the first panoramas, vast and magnificent, of the Mont Blanc massif and the valley are offered to us!
A night in a tent at a campsite in Les Contamines awaits you.
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
Following the Roman road, we climb towards the Col du Bonhomme and the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme or Col des Fours, which is our objective for the morning. After a picnic overlooking the vast panorama, we reach the Chapieux valley, located on the edge of the Tarentaise valley, the main production area for Beaufort cheese.
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
From our campsite, a shuttle will take you to the town of Les Glaciers, and from there we begin the ascent of the Col de La Seigne (2416 m). You will be on the border between France and Italy. The descent into the Aosta Valley via the Val Veni offers breathtaking views, including a stunning vista of the Italian side of Mont Blanc. You will cross Lake Combal to reach the valley and the campsite, where you will spend the night enjoying a panoramic view of the Grandes Jorasses.
Day 3 -
Val Veni - Courmayeur - Val Ferret
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 7km
- 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
The day begins with a climb to the Col Checrouit, followed by a descent to Courmayeur, a charming historic village. Next, we begin the ascent towards the Bertone refuge, offering exceptional views of the majestic Mont Blanc massif.
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 - 00h10 - 6km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 14 km
- Positive elevation gain 850 m
- Negative elevation 950 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
A short journey by public transport to Arnuova. From there, we set off towards the Grand Col Ferret (2537 m) to reach our Swiss friends in La Fouly, Valais. Located at the foot of Mont Dolent, the pass marks the meeting point of the French, Swiss, and Italian borders. 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
On this sixth day, a short transfer awaits you this morning to Champex, the starting point for the day's hike. A superb stage overlooking Martigny and the Rhône Valley is in store. We then begin our descent towards Trient, a charming little village, following the Bisse trail. Depending on the group's fitness level and the conditions, there is also the option of climbing the Fenêtre d'Arpette (2665 m), a more mountainous route.
For the night, you will set up camp at a bivouac site near a refuge.
Day 6 -
Trient – Le Tour – Les Houches
- Transportation Bus - 01h - 25km
- Activity Trekking
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 12 km
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 850 m
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
You return to France to conclude your trekking trip. When you arrive in the village of Le Tour, the view over the Chamonix valley is incredible! Finally, you take a bus to Les Houches.
Day 7
Note
The program and walking times are approximate. Your guide may adapt the itinerary depending on the group's fitness level and the conditions.
Accommodation
6 nights in a 3-person tent used for 2 people, near mountain huts and campsites.
For the night, you should bring your sleeping bag.
For meals, you must bring your own container + reusable cutlery for picnics.
Access
On the last day, you return to your starting point, Les Houches, by bus with your guide.
Go to the starting point
TMB car park, near the Prarion cable car, free parking but often very busy in peak season.
Plan your parking in advance!
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)
- Lunchtime picnics prepared by a catering chef (excluding containers and cutlery)
- Dried fruit snacks from your catering chef
- Luggage transport every evening
- Showers in the accommodations indicated in the program
The price does not include
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- The picnic container (Tup box) and reusable cutlery
- The sleeping bag
- Drinks other than water at the table
- Any private transfers or cable car rides not included in the program
- Nights before or after your stay in Les Houches (Hotel Saint Antoine, Ibis Styles, Rocky Pop, Gîte Michel Fagot)
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
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 that 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 date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account 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.
⚠️ For this stay, you must also bring your health insurance card and a European health insurance card.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
Camping equipment:
- 3-person tent used by 2 people
- Mattress
If you wish to bring your own equipment (tent and/or sleeping mat), that is possible. Please let us know in advance if so.
Attention! We do not accept "2-second" type tents, which are too bulky for luggage transport.
Equipment to bring
- Sleeping bag (0-5°C comfort)
- Walking sticks recommended
- Personal toiletry kit and bath towel
- Water bottle for the day's hike, minimum 1.5 L
- Picnic container (Tup box) + reusable cutlery
- Multi-purpose knife
- Camera
- A soft duffel bag for luggage transfer and a lightweight daypack of approximately 30 to 40 liters are recommended. A rain poncho is also necessary.
- Category 4 sunglasses preferred, and a case
- Sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 40
Clothing to bring
- A hat or headband
- A hat or a cap
- A buff or scarf to protect against dust and sun
- Breathable and comfortable short-sleeved T-shirts (preferably made from natural fibers)
- Breathable and comfortable long-sleeved T-shirts (preferably made from natural fibers)
- Micropolar or equivalent (second layer)
- Fleece or softshell jacket
- Gore-Tex type protective jacket (third layer)
- A lightweight down jacket
- Hiking pants convertible into shorts or not
- Lightweight protective trousers, such as Gore-Tex.
- Gaiters or stop everything at the start of the season
- Comfortable socks. Choose a size smaller to avoid blisters. Comfortable, waterproof high-top hiking boots: don't start with brand new shoes to avoid blisters.
- Comfortable shoes for the evening at the accommodations
- Lightweight fleece-type gloves
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