9- day self-guided tour du Mont Blanc
A self-guided journey through Mont Blanc's iconic peaks and valleys
Crossing the mountain, facing the majesty of the giant of the Alps, in an unforgettable tête-à-tête.
For 9 days, you will hike the tour du Mont Blanc self-guided along wild trails in the heart of the mountains, facing the giant of the Alps, in an unforgettable one-on-one encounter.
This hike immerses you in a world surrounded by iconic peaks that dominate the horizon, as you make your way along spectacular glaciers. Here, mountain passes offer you a passage to secret valleys, while alpine pastures welcome you into a pastoral atmosphere.
The balcony trails, authentic natural ribbons, wind their way through the nature reserves of three nations, each intimately bound to the roof of Europe.
Between the Swiss Valais, land of traditional alpine culture, the Italian Val d'Aosta, with its Roman and medieval influences, and the French Savoie, cradle of mountain culture, you will discover a diversity of landscapes. These regions, once closely related by history, are now united under the banner of Mont Blanc, which watches over them majestically, imposing and serene.
To travel through these lands is to follow in the footsteps of the peddlers of yesteryear, but also those of the explorers and mountaineers who have marked the history of these mountains.
Highlights
- Travel through 3 countries
- The entire tour du mont blanc self guided
- Hiking around Mont Blanc
9 days
/ 8 nights
Price: Consult us
Activity
Hike
Journey TypeTrip Point-to-point
Trip Type
Self-guided
Hiking Grade : Terrain Difficulty : Possible departures from 25 September to 25 September
Day by day program
Day 1 : Hike from Les Praz de Chamonix to Lac Blanc to Le Tour
Once in Chamonix, take the cable car up to the balconies of
Mont Blanc. Your first stop : the Lac Blanc, nestled at an altitude
of 2,300 meters, where the view is simply breathtaking. Then
you descend to the Col des Montets, crossing the Aiguilles Rouges
nature reserve. Head to Montroc and then the picturesque village of
Le Tour for a well-deserved night in a mountain lodge.
WALKING TIME : 5h30
DISTANCE : 13 km
ASCENT: 450 m
DESCENT : 950 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 2 : Hike from Le Tour to Col de Balme to Trient
Starting from the village of Le Tour, you begin a gentle climb
to the chalets of Charamillon before ascending to the Col de Balme
(2,200 m). This climb rewards you with a breathtaking panoramic
view of Mont Blanc and its glaciers, a truly spectacular sight. You
then descend towards the Swiss mountain pastures, where the beauty
of the landscape guides you to the village of Trient. There, you
spend a peaceful night in a mountain lodge.
WALKING TIME : 5 hours
DISTANCE : 13 km
ASCENT: 840 m
DESCENT : 920 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 3 : Hike from Bovine or Fenêtre d'Arpette to Champex
A day dedicated to diversity! You can choose between crossing
the Bovine mountain pastures, following a balcony trail overlooking
the Rhône Valley, or the more daring option of the Haute Montagne,
passing through the legendary Col de la Fenêtre d'Arpette at an
altitude of 2,665 meters. In both cases, the descent to Champex
immerses you in an enchanting setting. Overnight stay in a mountain
lodge.
WALKING TIME : 6 hours (or 6h30 through
Arpette)
DISTANCE : 16 km (or 13 km through
Arpette)
ASCENT: 1100 m (or 1300m through Arpette)
DESCENT : 750 m (or 970 m through
Arpette)
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 4 : Hike from the Swiss Val Ferret to La Fouly
After a gentle descent from the village of Champex, you arrive
in the Swiss Val Ferret, a beautiful valley scattered with small,
traditional villages. If you feel the need, you can opt for a
half-day rest and take the bus. The evening is spent in a mountain
lodge.
WALKING TIME : 5 hours
DISTANCE : 15 km
ASCENT: 600 m
DESCENT : 700 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 5 : Hike from Grand Col Ferret to the Italian Fal Ferret
You climb through the mountain pastures to the Grand Col
Ferret at an altitude of 2,537 meters. A detour to the Tête Ferret
is possible for the most curious. Crossing the Italian border, you
begin a descent into the Italian Val Ferret, with an incredible
view of the Grandes Jorasses.
WALKING TIME : 5 hours
DISTANCE : 12 to 17 km
ASCENT: 840 m
DESCENT : 750 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 6 : Hike from Mont de la Saxe to Courmayeur
You begin the climb to the hamlets of Sécheron and Armina,
before following a balcony trail offering breathtaking views of
Mont Blanc. You also have the option of passing through the Sapin
Pass for a different experience. The descent takes you to
Courmayeur, where you take a regular bus to the Monte Bianco
refuge, your accommodation for the night.
WALKING TIME : 5h30
DISTANCE : 14 to 19 km
ASCENT: 650 m
DESCENT : 1200 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 7 : Hike from Col de la Seigne to Les Mottets or Les Chapieux
You set off on a climb up to the Elisabetta refuge in Val
Veny, with the option of taking a short detour to Lake Miage. Next,
you head for the Col de la Seigne, the border between France and
Italy, where the view of the other side of Mont Blanc will leave
you speechless. For the more adventurous, a more alpine route via
the Balcon de Chécroui and Mont Fortin is also possible. The
descent takes you to the Mottets refuge or Les Chapieux, where you
will spend the night.
WALKING TIME : 6h30
DISTANCE : 14 to 20 km
ASCENT: 850 m
DESCENT : 650 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 8 : Hike from Col des Fours to Col du Bonhomme to Les Contamines-Montjoie
You climb to the Col des Fours at 2,665 meters, the highest
point of this adventure, where you are surrounded by high
mountains. You then descend to the Col du Bonhomme, once crossed by
peddlers. If you spent the night in Les Chapieux, the direct climb
to the Col du Bonhomme is to be expected. You end the day with a
spectacular descent along an ancient Roman road to the Notre Dame
de la Gorge chapel. Bus transfer to your accommodation. Overnight
stay in a hotel or guesthouse.
WALKING TIME : 6h30
DISTANCE : 15 km
ASCENT: 850 m
DESCENT : 1500 m
ACCOMMODATION : Hotel or
guesthouse
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Day 9 : Hike from Bionnassay to Col du Tricot to Les Houches
You hike to the Bionnassay glacier, either via the village of
Champel or via the Col du Tricot (2,120 m), from where you have an
exceptional view of the Chamonix valley, the Miage domes, and Mont
Blanc, all nearby. You then descend to the village of Les Houches,
where the journey ends.
WALKING TIME : 5 hours through Champel
(or 6h30 through Col du Tricot)
DISTANCE : 12.5 km through Champel (or
16 km through Col du Tricot)
ASCENT: 750 m through Champel (or 1100 m through Col du
Tricot)
DESCENT : 800 m through Champel (or
1250 m through Col du Tricot)
LUGGAGE SUPPORT : with luggage support
(if you have chosen this option)
Dates and prices
Dates and prices
| Accommodation type | Without luggage transfer | With luggage transfer | With luggage transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dormitory | 540 € | 620 € | |
| Double room in guesthouse | 660 € | 740 € | |
| Double room in hotel | 730 € | 810 € |
| Accommodation type | Without luggage transfer | With luggage transfer |
|---|---|---|
| Dormitory | 460 £ | 530 £ |
| Double room in guesthouse | 560 £ | 630 £ |
| Double room in hotel | 620 £ | 690 £ |
| Accommodation type | Without luggage transfer | With luggage transfer |
|---|---|---|
| Dormitory | 580 $ | 670 $ |
| Double room in guesthouse | 710 $ | 800 $ |
| Double room in hotel | 790 $ | 880 $ |
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Trip Notes
Reviews of this trip
5
Peter
12 Septembre 2024
Tour du Mont Blanc self-guided
The three of us completed the Tour du Mont Blanc in 9 days independently, with luggage transfer included. We were thrilled with the views, the trails, and especially the accommodations. Despite rain on day 4, we never arrived at the accommodations with wet clothes or bags. Overall, we had 9 unforgettable days!
5
Victoria
18 Août 2023
Tour du Mont Blanc 9 days self-guided
We opted for the luggage transfer, and everything went perfectly. The accommodations were booked as requested, and dinner arrangements were as expected. The organization was impeccable. Comfort in the lodges varied, as did the meals.
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