Enjoy a fully guided 7-day trek on the Tour du Mont Blanc route
Ever dreamed of doing the most famous trek in the Alps but didn’t know where to start? Join a group and have a guided Tour du Mont Blanc trek while staying in Hotels. This trekking adventure is the perfect solution for anyone looking to enjoy the magic of the Tour du Mont Blanc without compromising on comfort. Enjoy hand-picked comfortable hotels, the comradery of a group of like-minded individuals and the expertise of a licensed mountain guide to lead you.
On this 7-day guided adventure tour, you will enjoy the stunning alpine surroundings as you circle the beautiful Mont Blanc, taking in its majesty every step of the way. With three border crossings, three unique cultures and stunning trails to traverse each and every day, you’ll finish this tour with a true sense of accomplishment, and likely with some new friends as well!
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7-Day Guided Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Chamonix
Arrival in Chamonix, a very typical and historical town in the Alps. Settle into your comfortable hotel, stroll through Chamonix's quaint cobblestone streets, and relax before embarking on what will be a truly amazing through-hike.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chamonix
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Hike Les Houches to Les Contamines-Montjoie via Tricot Pass
Meet at 08:30 am with your guide. Local morning transfer to Les Houches. Bellevue lift takes you up to Bellevue where starts the hike. You first hike down to the end of Bionnassay Glacier for a lovely view on the glacier from a "Nepali hanging bridge". Climb up to Col de Tricot (2120 m). Nice trail down to chalets de Miage (1560 m), charming hamlet overlooked by the Dômes de Miage Summit, time for a rest. Then hike up to chalets du Truc (1720 m). A final push will have you hiking down to the village of Les Contamines Montjoie where you’ll spend the night.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Montjoie
Distance: 5.5hours, 650m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Les Contamines - Croix Du Bonhomme Pass - Les Chapieux - Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Short transfer this morning by local bus to Notre-Dame-de-la-Gorge (1210m), a famous Baroque church. Then the group will begin the longest day of this week, starting out on an old roman road. Progressive ascent to Col du Bonhomme (2329m) between Mont-Blanc and Beaufortain ranges. You keep hiking up to col de la Croix-du-Bonhomme (2433 m). Beautiful panoramas over the Vanoise range soon becomes visible as you stare out over France’s first ever national park. The sast stage of the day has you hiking down through alpine meadows leading to the typical hamlet of Les Chapieux. Finish the day with a transfer to Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Distance: 7hours, 1,250m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Courmayeur
After a morning transfer, start hiking from la Ville des Glaciers (1790 m) and pass by a famous cheese farm. Hike up through a nice alpine meadow to Col La Seigne (2516 m) where you reach the French Italian border. Stunning point of view on legendary summits as Mont-Blanc de Courmayeur, Noire de Peutrey, Grandes Jorasses. Then hike down into the Val Veny to the end of Miage Glacier. A short transfer brings you to Courmayeur (1226 m), the Italian Alps capital.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Courmayeur
Distance: 5 hours, 900m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Courmayeur to Champex via Grand Col Ferret Pass and La Fouly
A shorter day in the middle of the week allows you time to rest. Short transfer from Courmayeur to the end of the Italian side of Val Ferret this morning. The hike begins at the foot of the Pré-de-Bar glacier to reach Refugio Elena (2052 m). Hike up to Grand col Ferret (2537m), Italian Swiss border. One last sight on Italy and you hike down through the sweet Swiss alpine meadow to reach the hamlet of Ferret (1 740m). Afternoon transfer on a private vehicle to the village of Champex and his charming Lake.
Overnight Location: Hotel in in Champex
Distance: 5 hours, 800m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Champex Bovines to Chamonix Via Trient Argentière
From Champex, start by hiking through the Swiss mountain pastures and alpine meadows known for the grazing cows that produce some of the Alps' most famous cheeses! From Bovine, enjoy incomparable views of the Rhône River Valley. We also offer an alternate hike: please be aware that this option presents a much longer and more committing adventure. Fenêtre d'Arpette (2665m) is a spectacular high-mountain notch located near the Grands Glacier. Finish the day in the village of Trient (1280m). Transfer to Chamonix in France where you will eat dinner and spend the night in a hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chamonix
Distance: 5.5 hours, 750m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Chamonix
Last day in the mountains in the Aiguilles-Rouges range facing Mont Blanc range. You’ll enjoy perfect views all day over glaciers and summits on the other side of the valley. From Col des Montets (1461m), you follow a balcony trail up to lake des Chéserys, famous for reflecting the most famous mountain of the Alps! The itinerary continues to beautiful Lake Blanc (2352m). Finally hike down to La Flégère (1877m) to reach with les Praz de Chamonix with a cable car. Back to Chamonix where you will say good-bye to your guide and the rest of the participants.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 5 hours, 950m
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
7-Day Guided Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels Price and Dates
This tour is usually run as a fixed-departure tour, however, if you are willing to travel privately, please contact us and we will make an itinerary just for you.
Prices below are per person:
Accommodation on 7-Day Guided Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels
This tour is based in hotel. The hotels are 3-4-star that have all the modern amenities that can make your trip more comfortable.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room where possible. Please enquire about the pricing.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotels along the Tour du Mont Blanc
Enjoy the selection for 3-4-star hotels along the beautiful route up in the Alps.
What’s Included in the 7-Day Guided Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels?
Meals
6 breakfasts, 6 box lunches and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
The accommodation for 6 nights is included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour (1 piece per person, up to 15kg). Transfers to and from Chamonix are not included.
Also Included
- English and French speaking trekking leader
- Cable car fees
- Energetic snacks
Not included
- Flights
- Any meals not mentioned as included
- Drinks during the meals
- Insurance
Optional Extras
- Extra nights in Chamonix before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
Frequently Asked Questions about 7-Day Guided Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels
Allibert Trekking is a Tour Operator based in the French Alps, specializing in incredible trips for the active outdoor enthusiast. They cater to your specific wants to create an unforgettable adventure.
Allibert Trekking specializes in mountain sports adventures throughout the European Alps (France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria). From the Dolomites to the Mediterranean coast, they create and organize hiking, mountaineering, ski touring, snowshoeing, and multi-sport trips throughout the Alps.
With 45 years of experience, Allibert offers both exceptional “ready-made” trip itineraries and customizable plans to make sure your experience is everything you want it to be.
Allibert places great importance on sustainable travel. Because of this, they focus on creating trips that make as little an impact as possible on the natural environment. Ethics, respect, and responsibility represent the cornerstones of their commitment to responsible tourism.
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Originally from the Southern French Alps, Julien has been playing in the mountains since childhood. He loves backcountry skiing and mountaineering, long hikes, trail running, mountaineering, and rock climbing. Julien loves to share his passion for travelling and the mountains, and genuinely enjoys coming up with new ways to explore his favourite places in the Alps with visitors.
- Q: What is your favourite trip you’ve taken and why?
- A: Bernese Oberland is one of the few places in the Alps that surprised me. The landscape and views are amazing. Hiking under the 1000m cliff wall of the famous Eiger Northface and along the U-style valley of Lauterbrunnen is a fantastic experience.
- Q: What is one experience anybody visiting your country should have?
- A: It's very hard to choose as there are so many things to see and do. But I would suggest visiting the quiet, wild southern Alps.
- Q: What is one local dish or drink that visitors absolutely have to try?
- A: The Savoyard fondue, which tastes even better than the original one from Switzerland!
- Q: What is the most challenging adventure you've ever taken on?
- A: Ski touring in the Armenian mountains.