GR5 Alps Crossing

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duration 9 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 18-99 yrs
max group size 15
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-31080
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Operated in English

Starts Briançon, France
Ends Les Contamines-Montjoie, France

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Traversing the high alps from Mont Blanc to Briancon in the heart of the southern Alps
Appreciating the sweeping views from high mountain passes
Enjoying the camaraderie of a group of like minded walkers
Staying in mountain refuges and small hotels typical of the region

The "GR5 Alps Crossing" tour starts in Briançon and ends in Les Contamines-Montjoie. It is a trekking and hiking trip that takes 9 days taking you through Les Contamines-Montjoie, Savoie, Grande Casse and 7 other destinations in France. "GR5 Alps Crossing" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Experience Mont Blanc and the southern French Alps on this walk that incorporates the best of the GR5 or GTA (Grande Traversée des Alpes). To the iconic Mont Blanc, Western Europe's highest massif, from Briancon, the capital of the southern French Alps, this challenging alpine walk takes in the highlights of the famous GTA or GR5 long-distance hiking trail. On this exclusive trek, you will experience some amazing and undiscovered parts of the French Alps, like Beaufortain, Vanoise, Thabor and a memorable side excursion to the "Vallée Étroite" (narrow valley) on the border of France and Italy. A mix of quality hotels sleeping a maximum of 2 to 3 people per room, and dorm-style accommodation in traditional mountain huts will offer you a comfortable experience and allow you to fully immerse yourself in mountain culture. During the trip, your main luggage will be transferred every day (except on day 4). Carrying only your day pack, you will be better able to appreciate the spectacular vistas unfolding around you.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1 : Arrive in Briancon
Day 2 : Transfer to the Claree river region, ascend the Aiguilles Rouge peak (2545m) and descend to the Etroite Valley (5hrs)
Day 3 : Cross the Etroite pass (2434m) and enter the Savoie region (5hrs)
Day 4 : Road transfer, walk in the Vanoise National Park and overnight in hut (4hrs)
Day 5 : Sweeping alpine views as you ascend to the foot of the Grande Casse mountain (6.5hrs)
Day 6 : Ascend the Palet Pass (2653m) and walk to Peisey Nancroix (6hrs)
Day 7 : To Roseland Lake via the Bresson Pass (2469) with overnight stay in a mountain hut.
Day 8 : Walk via the Croix du Bonhomme pass (2510m) on the TMB trail to Saint Gervais les Bains (5.5hrs)
Day 9 : Trip concludes

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Meals

8 breakfasts, 4 dinners (does not include drinks) – continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea and juices. Dinner will consist of 2 or 3 courses which include regional specialties.

Transport

Internal transfers as described in itinerary

Guide

Qualified mountain guide

Others

5 nights in B&B's on a twin or triple share basis usually with ensuite, 3 nights in gites/refuges multishare dorms with shared facilities
Luggage transfer (except day 4)

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel to Briancon and from Saint Gervais les Bains
Drinks, 4 dinners and all lunches
Items of a personal nature
Storage of luggage
Transfers
Travel insurance

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