Mont Blanc Family Walk - France to Italy

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duration 7 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 18-99 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-20355
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Operated in English

Starts Bionnassay, France
Ends Courmayeur, Italy

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Trek through stunning alpine scenery around the highest peak in Western Europe
Experience the exhilaration of trekking through two countries in the European Alps
Enjoying the culinary specialties
Sharing your walking day with other families and the donkeys which enrich your alpine experience

The trip "Mont Blanc Family Walk - France To Italy" starts in Bionnassay and ends in Courmayeur. This is a walking tour that takes 7 days taking you through Bionnassay, Bonhomme, Courmayeur, Rifugio Maison Vieille and 4 other destinations in France and Italy. This is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, meals and others.

A specially tailored walk for families around Mont Blanc from the Chamonix Valley to Courmayeur. There are few walks in the world which offer the incredible views and high alpine vistas found on the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB). To combine this walk with a family holiday ensures that all members of the family experience the spectacular trails and wonderful alpine spirit of the French and Italian Alps. Guided along mountain trails this relaxed itinerary starting in the Chamonix Valley provides awesome views of Mont Blanc with overnight stays in high mountain huts. Carrying only a day pack, our donkeys transport our bags and supplies. Staying in local refuges and gîtes we feast on French and Italian cuisine. This itinerary, suitable for active children from age 7 and up, provides an exhilarating alpine walk with unforgettable vistas around every bend.

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Day 1 : Join Les Houches and walk to Bionnassay (5hrs)
Day 2 : Descend to the grand Val Montjoie and continue to refuge (4.hrs)
Day 3 : Cross the Col du Bonhomme to refuge du Bonhomme (5hrs)
Day 4 : Walk via Les Chapieux to Refuge des Mottets (5hrs)
Day 5 : Enter Italy via the Col de la Seigne (4hrs)
Day 6 : Through the Val Veni & past the Miage Glacier to Rifugio Maison Vieille (4hrs)
Day 7 : Descend to Courmayeur (3hrs), trip concludes

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

6 nights accommodation in mountain refuges / gîte hostels on a dormitory share basis.

Meals

6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners (does not include drinks) – continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea and juices. Lunch is picnic style including salad, bread, cheese, meat, fruit and something sweet. Dinner will consist of 3 courses which usually include regional specialties.

Guide

Experienced mountain guide

Others

Luggage transfer by donkey – 1 piece maximum 7kgs (excesses are refused so please test the weight of your luggage before meeting the group, allowing 200g for the kit bag). It is possible early or late in the season that you may need to carry your overnight requirements for one or two days if the snow conditions on the trail are not suitable for donkeys.

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel to and from the trail head
Drinks
Travel insurance - mandatory
Storage of luggage
Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
Items of a personal nature

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Mont Blanc Family Walk - France to Italy 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 29 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 June 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 Family Walk - France to Italy 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.

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For this Mont Blanc Family Walk - France to Italy 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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