Tour du Mont Blanc
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The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB), opened in 1952, it is one of the most famous classic walks in the world. You can explore France, Switzerland and Italy around the best sections of Mont Blanc.
Over six days of walking, you will enjoy emotions from start to finish, where the stunning landscapes of the mountains and the French Alps will leave you breathless.
- Get to know Chamonix, France's important ski resort.
- Enjoy beautiful alpine views on every stretch of the route.
- Try Savoie's exquisite culinary specialties.
- Walk this classic European route through three countries: France, Switzerland and Italy.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Les Houches
The beautiful village of Les Houches, in the Rhone-Alpes region, is located at the foot of Mont Blanc and very close to Chamonix.
The village is internationally recognized as one of the most important winter sports resorts, as it has 23 alpine ski slopes that attract tourists and athletes from all over the world.
Enjoy this day getting to know its ancient streets and the charm of its landscape before starting your Mont Blanc adventure.
The village is internationally recognized as one of the most important winter sports resorts, as it has 23 alpine ski slopes that attract tourists and athletes from all over the world.
Enjoy this day getting to know its ancient streets and the charm of its landscape before starting your Mont Blanc adventure.
Overnight in Les Houches
Hotel & Chalet Du Bois
Chalet Hotel du Bois is a 3-star hotel located on the main street of Les Houches, just 5 minutes from the main cable cars and ski slopes, Merlet Park and Mont Blanc walking trails.
Its rooms feature satellite TV, a modern private bathroom with toiletries, and the balconies offer views of Mont Blanc in the French Alps. It features an indoor and outdoor pool and Caprice restaurant, serving traditional French dishes and Savoie specialties.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Its rooms feature satellite TV, a modern private bathroom with toiletries, and the balconies offer views of Mont Blanc in the French Alps. It features an indoor and outdoor pool and Caprice restaurant, serving traditional French dishes and Savoie specialties.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 2 - Les Houches to Les Contamines 10,5 miles | 17 km
You will start the Tour du Mont Blanc route by climbing from the Chamonix Valley in Les Houches to Bellevue, or by taking the Bellevue cable car for a short 10-minute ride.
In Bellevue you will take the challenging route from Chalet de Miage, via Dôme du Goûter and Aiguille de Bionnassay. On the way, you will pass the Passerelle de Bionnassay, a suspension bridge that will give you the best views of the glacial lake of Bionnassay.
Further on, you will visit two famous mountain refuges: Refuge de Miage and Auberge Le Truc, the latter being situated on a plateau at an altitude of 1,750 metres. You will end your hike in Les Contamines, a village rich in natural diversity, where you will find mountain goats, marmots, butterflies and pygmy owls, among other animals.
Ascent: 1501m (4,925ft) / Descent: 1342m (4,403ft)
In Bellevue you will take the challenging route from Chalet de Miage, via Dôme du Goûter and Aiguille de Bionnassay. On the way, you will pass the Passerelle de Bionnassay, a suspension bridge that will give you the best views of the glacial lake of Bionnassay.
Further on, you will visit two famous mountain refuges: Refuge de Miage and Auberge Le Truc, the latter being situated on a plateau at an altitude of 1,750 metres. You will end your hike in Les Contamines, a village rich in natural diversity, where you will find mountain goats, marmots, butterflies and pygmy owls, among other animals.
Ascent: 1501m (4,925ft) / Descent: 1342m (4,403ft)
Overnight in Les Contamines
Hotel Chalet La Chemenaz
This peaceful chalet-style family hotel is close to the ski slopes and Lake Pontet, where you can swim.
It offers 38 cosy rooms with spectacular views, a balcony, a private bathroom, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel has a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna and jacuzzi. In addition, a large garden, a bar and a restaurant called "La Trabla", which is located around a fireplace and serves an exquisite variety of local dishes, such as raclette.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It offers 38 cosy rooms with spectacular views, a balcony, a private bathroom, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel has a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna and jacuzzi. In addition, a large garden, a bar and a restaurant called "La Trabla", which is located around a fireplace and serves an exquisite variety of local dishes, such as raclette.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 3 - Les Contamines to Les Chapieux 12 miles | 19 km
For the first 5 km, you'll walk along the bottom of the valley to the Chapel of Notre Dame de la Gorge, or take a bus for this stretch if you wish.
Continue up Chemin Roman, through the Contamines-Montjoie Nature Reserve, and head towards the distant Col du Bonhomme mountain pass
As you ascend, be amazed by the increasingly rugged views of the towering peaks. Further on, you will quickly reach the landscapes at Col du Bonhomme (2,329 metres). Then continue descending to Les Chapieux.
Bourg-Saint-Maurice: if there is no accommodation available at Les Chapieux, you will have your accommodation at Bourg-Saint-Maurice. We will make the corresponding arrangements so that you can have the necessary transfers between the towns.
Ascent: 1337m (4,386ft) / Descent: 932m (3,058ft)
Continue up Chemin Roman, through the Contamines-Montjoie Nature Reserve, and head towards the distant Col du Bonhomme mountain pass
As you ascend, be amazed by the increasingly rugged views of the towering peaks. Further on, you will quickly reach the landscapes at Col du Bonhomme (2,329 metres). Then continue descending to Les Chapieux.
Bourg-Saint-Maurice: if there is no accommodation available at Les Chapieux, you will have your accommodation at Bourg-Saint-Maurice. We will make the corresponding arrangements so that you can have the necessary transfers between the towns.
Ascent: 1337m (4,386ft) / Descent: 932m (3,058ft)
Overnight in Les Chapieux
Refuge Les Mottets
Extensively renovated in 2010, Refuge Mottets offers accommodations in original agricultural buildings, dormitories and private rooms.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 4 - Les Chapieux to Courmayeur 12 miles | 20 km
Today you will leave France and head towards Italy, departing from the Col de la Seigne mountain pass, which is 750 metres above the Refuge des Mottets. It will seem as if you can touch the steep south side of the Mont Blanc massif, made up of jagged peaks, hanging glaciers and deep waterfalls - the spectacular views will amaze you!
You will descend along a path lined with alpine meadows and cross the Rifugio Elisabetta towards the Val Veny valley.
You will walk to the village of Visaille and from there you will have to take a bus on your own to Courmayeur.
Ascent: 1012m (3,320ft) / Descent: 613m (2,011ft)
You will descend along a path lined with alpine meadows and cross the Rifugio Elisabetta towards the Val Veny valley.
You will walk to the village of Visaille and from there you will have to take a bus on your own to Courmayeur.
Ascent: 1012m (3,320ft) / Descent: 613m (2,011ft)
Overnight in Courmayeur
Hotel Bouton d’Or
Located just minutes from Courmayeur's pedestrian centre, the family-friendly Hotel Bouton d'Or overlooks the Chetif and Checrouit Mountains and enjoys an Alpine style in the Aosta Valley.
Rooms come with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a mini-bar. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries.
The hotel serves a daily continental buffet breakfast and offers a free shuttle service to the Dolonne ski slopes, 1 km away.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Rooms come with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a mini-bar. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries.
The hotel serves a daily continental buffet breakfast and offers a free shuttle service to the Dolonne ski slopes, 1 km away.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 5 - Courmayeur to Champex 9 miles | 15 km
Take a bus on your own and head towards Arnuva. From here you can climb the Grand Col Ferret, located in one of the most impressive mountain ranges in the Alps: the Grandes Jorasses.
Descend towards Ferret, from where you can take a bus on your own to the beautiful village of Champex-Lac, an important tourist stop for all hikers and adventurers.
Ascent: 847m (2,779ft) / Descent: 930m (3,051ft)
Descend towards Ferret, from where you can take a bus on your own to the beautiful village of Champex-Lac, an important tourist stop for all hikers and adventurers.
Ascent: 847m (2,779ft) / Descent: 930m (3,051ft)
Overnight in Champex
Hotel du Glacier
This hotel has been in the Biselx family for over 100 years. The hotel has a children's playroom and spacious and equipped rooms.
It has a restaurant and bar and offers activities such as tennis and cycling. From the terrace and gardens, you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of the mountains.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It has a restaurant and bar and offers activities such as tennis and cycling. From the terrace and gardens, you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of the mountains.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 6 - Champex to Trient 10 miles | 15,5 km
The official Alp Bovine route takes you through pine and larch forests while enjoying the stunning views of the Rhone Valley.
You will advance to the Trient valley and then reach the village of the same name, located in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. This is a very attractive place for those who want to practice skiing or other alpine sports.
Martigny: If there is no accommodation available in Trient, you will be accommodated here. Trains are available so you can travel between locations on your own.
Ascent: 774m (2,534ft) / Descent: 940m (3,083ft)
You will advance to the Trient valley and then reach the village of the same name, located in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. This is a very attractive place for those who want to practice skiing or other alpine sports.
Martigny: If there is no accommodation available in Trient, you will be accommodated here. Trains are available so you can travel between locations on your own.
Ascent: 774m (2,534ft) / Descent: 940m (3,083ft)
Overnight in Trient
Hotel La Grande Ourse
This newly renovated simple mountain property.
It offers Wi-Fi, a bar and a buffet breakfast.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
It offers Wi-Fi, a bar and a buffet breakfast.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 7 - Trient to Chamonix 7 miles | 11,5 km
You will start the day by climbing the Col de Balme to return to France. From there, the incredible views of the Mont Blanc massif will take your breath away. It is made up of several peaks, slopes and mountain ranges such as the Aiguilles de Chamonix, the Angentiere glaciers, the Rochefort-Grandes Jorasses-Leschaux chain, among others.
You will continue your route via Col de Posettes and ascend the Aiguillette des Posettes, which has beautiful views of the Chamonix Valley and the Glacier du Tour. On your descent, at Tre le Champ, you will take a bus on your own to Chamonix.
Chamonix is located in the department of Haute Savoie in France, at the foot of Mont Blanc. This beautiful village is home to the second largest glacier in the Alps: the Mer de Glace, which is 7 km long and 200 metres deep.
Ascent: 958m (3,143ft) / Descent: 905m (2,969ft)
You will continue your route via Col de Posettes and ascend the Aiguillette des Posettes, which has beautiful views of the Chamonix Valley and the Glacier du Tour. On your descent, at Tre le Champ, you will take a bus on your own to Chamonix.
Chamonix is located in the department of Haute Savoie in France, at the foot of Mont Blanc. This beautiful village is home to the second largest glacier in the Alps: the Mer de Glace, which is 7 km long and 200 metres deep.
Ascent: 958m (3,143ft) / Descent: 905m (2,969ft)
Overnight in Chamonix
Hotel De L’Arve
It is located in the centre of Chamonix, 80 metres from the River Arve. It offers terraces with views of Mont Blanc, a sauna, a weight room and a climbing wall.
The hotel has 37 heated rooms with a flat-screen TV and telephone. A buffet breakfast is available each morning.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
The hotel has 37 heated rooms with a flat-screen TV and telephone. A buffet breakfast is available each morning.
*In case this accommodation is not available, you will stay at a similar category one.
Day 8 - Chamonix
We suggest you enjoy a few extra days in Chamonix, where in addition to being able to practice winter sports, you can get to know incredible places such as Aiguilles Rouge Park, the Crystal Museum, the Alpine Museum, walk to Le Brevent or stroll through its historic streets.
When you decide to return, the best option is to take public transport to Geneva or continue your journey through the charming French cities surrounding the area.
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When you decide to return, the best option is to take public transport to Geneva or continue your journey through the charming French cities surrounding the area.
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- Accommodation in en suite rooms in charming hotels
- 1 Night accommodation in a refuge
- Daily Breakfasts
- Evening meals on days 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6
- Luggage transfers between accommodations
- Information dossier with maps and routes
- 24-hour telephone support
- Sustainable travel, we compensate the CO2 emissions of your trip
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- Travel insurance
- Cancellation insurance
- Additional nights
Accomodation
General information
The accommodations with which we collaborate have a private bathroom and all the necessary services to ensure the best comfort available.
Our team checks in situ the quality of all the accommodations offered, so that you have an unforgettable experience during your trip.
The accommodation that we will book for your trip will be selected taking into account our commitment to you: guaranteeing comfort, calm and enjoyment throughout your trip.
We work with quality hotels and country cottages with limited capacity, so we invite you to confirm your reservation as soon as possible.
The name of each accommodation will be provided to you a few weeks before your trip begins.
Room types
It is possible to book this journey in single, double or triple rooms.
All rooms have private bathrooms.
Travel & Transfers
Geneva Airport is the best way to reach the Chamonix Valley. From here you can take a train to Saint-Gervais-Le Fayet, but the best option is to book private transport.
By road you can take the A40-E25 Mont Blanc-Chamonix motorway and take the Saint-Gervais-Le Fayet exit.
For your return, you can again take reserved transport to Geneva Airport. If you want to travel to another city in France, Chamonix has a train station from where you can do so.
By road you can take the A40-E25 Mont Blanc-Chamonix motorway and take the Saint-Gervais-Le Fayet exit.
For your return, you can again take reserved transport to Geneva Airport. If you want to travel to another city in France, Chamonix has a train station from where you can do so.
FAQs
Is luggage transfer included? What are the luggage requirements?
Absolutely! Each traveller has included 1 piece of luggage that we will transfer between your accommodations. It's important that this piece of luggage meets the following criterias:
- Maximum weight of 33 lbs (15 kg).
- Must be only 1 piece of luggage without any attachments or accessories.
- Should not contain valuables, fragile items, food or medications.
- Must be correctly identified (booking reference of your trip and the full name of the trip holder).
What should my physical preparation be?
The Tour du Mont Blanc is a difficult route with several ascents and descents every day, ideal for experienced walkers.
If you currently don't have an active lifestyle or want to better prepare for this route, we suggest that you regularly run 5 km a day, walk in mountainous terrain and do cardiovascular exercise, at least six months before starting this route.
We recommend that you don't do too much exercise however, as you may become overloaded by the start date of your holiday. Rest between days so you can enjoy this tour to the fullest.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
We recommend that you book as soon as you are sure about your dates, as accommodation can fill up very quickly in this area.
What if I can't walk on a stage?
In some sections you can use public transport to go to the next stage.
In addition, we will give you an information pack before your departure, and we will help you as much as possible when you can't go finish a stage.
What is the best time of year to travel?
The Tour du Mont Blanc can be done from the beginning of July to the beginning of September.
August is the most popular month, because the last week is the Ultra Tour du Mont Blanc race, so we suggest you avoid these dates as there will be a lot of tourists and accommodation may be scarce.
If you decide to go in September, you should prepare for long walks every day, because public transportation in the area is limited.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Once you make your reservation we will send you all the detailed information about the specific equipment you need for this route, considering recommendations for shoes, boots, clothes and a day-to day backpack.
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