Mont Blanc Encompassed

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4.9 Based on 8 Reviews
  • duration 10 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 14
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-20348
  • 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 Les Houches, France
  • Ends Les Houches, France
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Circumnavigation of Mont Blanc
  • Experiencing the exhilaration of trekking in the European Alps
  • Traversing high passes and walking through three countries
  • Enjoying the culinary specialties such as Raclette
  • Sharing your walking day with a group of like minded travellers
The "Mont Blanc Encompassed" tour starts from and ends in Les Houches. The "Mont Blanc Encompassed" tour is a walking trip that takes 10 days. You will travel through Switzerland, France and Italy and visit Bonhomme, Champex, Trient and 7 other destinations. This is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

A guided version of the classic circumnavigation around the highest mountain in Western Europe. There is something unique about a circumnavigation of the Mont Blanc massif on foot. Perhaps it is a feeling of exhilaration from being immersed in some of the most beautiful mountain scenery on earth while a quaint village is only a few hours away. Or perhaps it’s the daytime forays where you and your companions tough it out over a glacial pass to descend to your evening accommodation for a nice quiet ‘local red’ to reflect on the days adventures. This is trekking at its most civilized! The route is always inspiring, ambling through flowering meadows, dipping into old oak forests and breaking out above the tree line into high alpine pastures which showcase the snowy peaks of the Mont Blanc Massif. The finishing touch... the opportunity to sample the warm mountain hospitality of the French, Swiss and Italian villages along the way.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Arrive in Les Houches, begin walk to Miage (6-8hrs)
  • Day 2 : Walk to Bonhomme (6-8hrs)
  • Day 3 : To Elizabetta (6-8hrs)
  • Day 4 : To Berthone via Courmayeur (5-7hrs)
  • Day 5 : To Elena (5-7hrs)
  • Day 6 : Walk to La Fouly (5-6hrs)
  • Day 7 : Bus to Champex, walk to Trient (5-7hrs)
  • Day 8 : Walk to Tréléchamps (5-6hrs)
  • Day 9 : Walk to Lac Blanc (5hrs)
  • Day 10 : Walk to Chamonix, bus to Les Houches, trip concludes (4hrs)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 9 nights accommodation in mountain refuges/gîte hostels on a dormitory share basis. It is possible to spend 4 nights in a double room, 1 nights quadshare, 4 nights dorm – additional cost applies.
Meals
  • 9 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners (does not include drinks) – continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea and juices. Lunch is picnic style. Dinner will consist of 2 or 3 courses which include regional specialities.
Transport
  • Internal transfers by cable car and local bus
Guide
  • Experienced mountain guide
Others
  • Luggage transfer by mule (max 7kgs - early and late season departures use luggage van for transfer (up to 15kgs))
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel to Les Houches and from Chamonix
  • Drinks
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Storage of luggage
  • Transfers
  • Travel insurance
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.9 - Excellent
Based on 8 reviews
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 23 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
It was an amazing experience to be so high up in the Alps and see Mt Blanc from so many different angles. We were fortunate with the weather having only one wet day. Having the mule walk with us to carry out overnight luggage... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 03 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Had a GREAT time!
  • Anonymous
  • On Jul 02 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
What a wonderful experience my husband and I had doing Mont Blanc Encompassed with this tour operator. The hike was breathtaking at every turn and our guide was extremely knowledgeable. Having all meals included meant that we... Read more
  • Anonymous
  • On Oct 17 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent
The Mont Blanc Encompassed trip was excellent. The use of a mule 'Takine' to carry our extra gear between huts added to the hike. Our French guide, Madelaine was first class, value added to the experience and made the trip lots... Read more
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Mont Blanc Encompassed 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 05 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 05 July 2024, a deposit of 187 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Mont Blanc Encompassed 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 Encompassed 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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