We booked a 7 day trip with U-Tracks, with the ultimate goal of summiting Gran Paradiso. We were a group of 11 work colleagues who annually take on a charity event with this being the selected even this year. I must admit the trip was spectacular. the 6 day 'approach' to gran paradiso was varied in the way of physical challenge and then scenery. our guide - max was first class. he was able to assess the group and maintained a superb pace to keep us all moving. this was the first time we had taken on something as demanding as this (the final day in particular). The last day summit of gran paradiso was physically challenging but not technically (the very final summit section becomes technical but very well managed). the whole trip was fantastic from start to finish. I would 100% recommend and use again.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hut
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lyon, Refuge De L Archeboc, Rifu
Lyon, Refuge De L Archeboc, Rifugio Federico Chabod, Refuge Bezzi, Refuge Benevolo, Rifugio Savoya, Rifugio Vittorio Emmanuele II, Bourg
This was an lovely wander from Vineyard to château to hilly forest and medieval village and small town. A combination of relaxation, good walks and moderate challenge. The accommodation was comfortable and welcoming.
Great trip! Hiking was challenging, but in a good way, and we (51, 50, and 11-year old) all felt tired but proud of ourselves each night when we reached our destination. Very happy to have all the logistics taken care of by our guide, and to have the donkeys lighten our load. Our son says we should do it again!
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hut, Lodge
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mont Blanc, Piedmont & Valle d’A
Mont Blanc, Piedmont & Valle d’Aosta, Courmayeur, La Tour-de-Peilz, Rifugio Giorgio Bertone, Refuge Helene, La Fouly, Valais Des Hommes, Col De La Forclaz, Col De Balme, Le Tour
Fabulous trip. My nine year old and I had a wonderful time! I hope they offer more like it as I would definitely go to another. The scenery was stunning, guide fantastic and donkeys a highlight.
Walking tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hut
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Mont Blanc, Courmayeur, Bionnass
Mont Blanc, Courmayeur, Bionnassay, Refuge De Nant Borant, Bonhomme, Refuge Des Mottets, Rifugio Elisabetta, Rifugio Maison Vieille