9- day self-guided tour du Mont Blanc

Name: 9- day self-guided tour du Mont Blanc
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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.

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Travel through 3 countries
The entire tour du mont blanc self guided
Hiking around Mont Blanc

9 jours

Prix : Nous consulter

Activité

Hike

Itinérance

Voyage Itinérant

Type de voyage

Liberté

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Départs possibles du 25 août au 25 août

Réserver/Demander un devis

Code : FRAENL135

Programme jour par jour

Day 1 : Hike Les Praz de Chamonix to Lac Blanc - 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 Le Tour to Col de Balme - 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 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 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 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 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 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 Col des Fours to Col du Bonhomme - 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 Bionnassay to Col du Tricot - 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)

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