Mont Blanc Classic

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4.9 Based on 7 Reviews
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 15
  • guiding method Self-guided
  • Tour Code BM-20353
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Chamonix, France
  • Ends Chamonix, France
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Trek through stunning alpine scenery around the highest peak in Western Europe
  • Experience the exhilaration of trekking through three countries in the European Alps
  • Enjoying the culinary specialties such as Raclette
  • Participating in the camaraderie on the trail and at night in the refuges
The "Mont Blanc Classic" tour starts from and ends in Chamonix. The "Mont Blanc Classic" tour is a walking tour that takes 8 days. You will travel through Switzerland, France and Italy and visit Mont Blanc, Les Contamines-Montjoie, Val Ferret and 7 other destinations. This is a self-guided private tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Discover the highlights of the Mont Blanc region on this self guided walk through France, Switzerland and Italy. A trek around the highest peak in the European Alps where spectacular alpine scenery combines with the charm of French, Swiss and Italian mountain villages. This historic itinerary takes you across passes, around enormous glaciers and via stunning lakes to take in some of the best viewpoints in the Alps. Meadows crossed by clear melt water streams lead you downwards to green pastures where shepherds will sell their Beaufort cheese to you fresh! Mountain refuges and hotels provide a relaxing respite at the end of your day's trek. This journey is for experienced alpine walkers - providing an enthralling alpine experience with unsurpassed views around each bend.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Arrive in Le Tour begin walk to Trient (6-7hrs, +700m, -900m)
  • Day 2 : Walk to Champex (5hrs, +900m)
  • Day 3 : Bus to Ferret and cross the Grand Col Ferret, bus to Courmayeur (5hrs, +830m)
  • Day 4 : Walk to Elisabetta (5hrs, +1560m,-460m)
  • Day 5 : Cross the Col de la Seigne to France enroute to Bonhomme (6hrs, +1147m)
  • Day 6 : Walk to Les Contamines via the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme (3hrs +40m)
  • Day 7 : Walk to Les Houches (5 or 7hrs, +633m or 1318m)
  • Day 8 : Walk to Flegere, lift descent to Les Praz, walk to Chamonix, trip concludes (6-8hrs, +1715m)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 7 nights accommodation in mountain refuges / gîte hostels on a dormitory share basis. It is possible to upgrade to a double room on 4 out of 7 nights – additional cost applies (only possible for 2 people travelling together).
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts, 7 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 may include regional specialities.
Others
  • Luggage transfer except days 5-6 (max 15kgs - soft duffel style luggage only). You will need to carry your overnight requirements on three consecutive days - 5 to 7. Your main luggage will meet you at the accommodation in the Contamines Valley on day 7.
  • Information pack including Navigational App and TMB hiking map (1:50,000) per group of 1-4 people* – the route is waymarked. *A group is the people in your booking party who you are travelling with, staying in the same accommodation.
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel to Le Tour and from Les Houches
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Storage of luggage - please ensure your pre tour hotel can store luggage before you book
  • Transfers
  • Travel insurance
  • Public transport including cable cars
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.9 - Excellent
Based on 7 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 24 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Great accommodations. Very good food at every over night Refuge.
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 04 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
I wanted to complete the Tour de Mt Blanc while I still had the fitness level having recently celebrated my 70th birthday. My husband and I found it challenging at times, particularly up and down some of the long cols (passes) -... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 03 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
I wanted to complete the Tour de Mt Blanc while I stillhad the fitness level having recently celebrated my 70th birthday. Myhusband and I found it challenging at times, particularly up and downsome of the long cols (passes) -... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Aug 24 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Great trip, very well organised, fantastic pre trip information. Amazing countryside and spectacular scenery. The walk was classified as moderate to challenging but by New Zealand standards we would rate it moderate (if you are... Read more
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Mont Blanc Classic tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 07 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 07 June 2024, a deposit of 189 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Mont Blanc Classic tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Mont Blanc Classic tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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