Mont Blanc Guided Hike Classic

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Walking Trekking and Hiking Adventure Guided and Escorted

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

14 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Chamonix, France

Ends

Chamonix, France

Highlights

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 and Fondue

Sharing your hiking day with a group of like minded travellers

Experience the camaraderie of dormitory-style accommodation in remote or atmospheric gîtes and mountain huts

Mont Blanc Guided Hike Classic

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Itinerary

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day 1 - Arrive in the Chamonix Valley, begin hike to Trient (6hrs)

Leaving from the village of Le Tour we ascend on the scenic high mountain path of Balme heading towards Switzerland. Weather permitting you will be able to take some wonderful photos of the Mont Blanc chain including the impressive “La Verte”, the Drus and the Needles of Chamonix. We will cross the border between France and Switzerland before making our way down to the village of Trient for overnight accommodation.

Distance 12km/7.5mi, +1050m/3445ft, -980m/3512ft

Meals:Lunch and Dinner

day 2 - Hike to Champex (6hrs), transfer to La Fouly

Our hike today takes us on a long ascent through woods to high alpine pastures with outstanding views. The route via the Mountain of Bovine first crosses the Forclaz Pass (1527m) before ascending to the Alp Bovine (1987m). Opportunities abound to spot marmot playing and the meadows carpeted in wildflowers are simply stunning. There are also beautiful views of the Rhone Valley, the Bernese Alps and Grand Combin. The descent to Champex is steep at times, hugging the edge of the valley.

Distance 15.5km/9.5mi, +800m/2625ft, -900m/2952ft

Transfer by bus to La Fouly, set at the foot of the Dolent, the Val Ferret's emblematic mountain which rises to 3820m. Overnight Gite / refuge.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 3 - Cross the Grand Col Ferret to Elena (5hrs)

Todays route takes us out of Switzerland and into Italy by the Grand Col Ferret (2537m) pass. It’s a steady climb and at the Col you will be awe inspired by the sweeping views of the Pre de Bar glacier. After some time drinking in the panorama we will amble down the steep track to our overnight accommodation at the Refuge Elena, which is located at the base of the glacier and a great place to view the changing light on the alps.

Distance 13km/8mi, +980m/3215ft, -530m/1739ft

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 4 - To Refuge Berthone (5-6hrs)

This morning's hike takes us through the Val Ferret and along a balcony path with impressive views of the Grand Jorasses, Mont Blanc and in the distance the Col de la Seigne, marking the border between France and Italy. On reaching Refugio Bonatti there are two options to reach our accommodation: the newly rerouted TMB trail traverses the north flank of Monte de la Saxe, whilst the former official TMB route leads along the crest of Monte de la Saxe. Both are high trails with fabulous views of the Brenva face of Mont Blanc and the dramatic Aiguille Noire. As always, the decision on which path will be taken is at the discretion of the guide. Overnight Rifugio Berthone (1989m).

Distance 15km/9.3mi, +631m/2070ft, -704m/2309ft

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 5 - To Elisabetta Refuge (7hrs)

We descend from the refuge to the roadhead, with the possibility of taking a bus to Courmayeur (at guides discretion, taking into account weather and group fitness). Nestled at the end of Italy's Aosta Valley, Courmayeur is an atmospheric town worthy of some light exploration - and a great place to taste some delicious Italian gelato. If the weather is good, we continue on foot from Courmayeur towards Elisabetta Refuge by crossing the Checroui Pass (2185m), following which a magnificent balcony trail offers expansive views of glaciers tumbling from the heights of Mont Blanc. In the event of bad weather a short bus ride from Courmayeur takes us to La Visaille from where we ascend the enchanting valley where the enormous Miage glacier flows down into Lake Combal. On the Italian side of Mont Blanc, one gains a completely different perspective of the highest peak in the European Alps.

Distance 20km/12.4mi (may be partly by bus), +1440m/4725ft, -1278m/4192ft

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 6 - Hike to Rifugio Bonhomme (6-7hrs)

We make our way over the Col de La Seigne mountain path, which is overhung by limestone pyramids and the Estelette Glacier, until we reach France. The trail then descends across the high mountain pastures to Ville des Glaciers. Today provides an excellent opportunity to buy Beaufort cheese from the local farmers. A big ascent (949m) leads to our overnight refuge just below the pass of Col de la Croix.

Distance 19km/12mi, +1300m/4265ft, -1020m/3346ft

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

day 7 - Hike to Notre Dame de La Gorge (4-5hrs)

This morning we traverse mountain pastures to the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme (2433m) where there are brilliant views southeast to the peaks of the Vanoise. The trail continues down to the Col du Bonhomme (2329m) and crosses the Contamines Natural Reserve. A sharp descent through a pine forest fringed gorge takes us to an ancient Roman Road and the church of Notre Dame de la Gorge, where there is a bus or taxi service (payable locally) to Le Fayet and Chamonix. The trip usually ends between 2 and 3pm.

Distance 10km/6.2mi, +50m/164ft, -1250m/4100ft

Meals:Breakfast and Lunch