Alpine ibex on self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc trek
Beautiful rifugio and panoramic views on self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc

6-Day Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels

6 days

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Stay in hotels on this self-guided trek around the Tour du Mont Blanc

The Tour du Mont Blanc is the most famous multi-day trek in the Alps, and with good reason. This classic circuit route takes you as close to Western Europe’s tallest peak, Mont Blanc, as you can get without climbing it.

This self-guided tour allows guests to stay in hotels the entire trip. This means private rooms, showers and the luxuries associated with a stay in the Alps.

The stunning and picturesque alpine scenery introduces you to the heart of the Alps and the nature of the area. Notice the native plant life, the wild ibex running free, and the grazing cattle whose milk will be used to produce some of the world’s best cheeses.

Let your feet take you through lush, green valleys, and up to stunning mountain passes and overlooks. Stay in hotels and experience the hospitality and culture of three alpine countries: France, Italy, and Switzerland. This self-guided trek along the Tour du Mont Blanc is an unforgettable adventure!

Highlights of the 6-Day Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels

Trek through 3 countries around the Mont Blanc
Stay in hotels along the Tour de Mont Blanc route
Self-guided tour with very customizeable itinerary
Lightweight hiking with luggage transfers included

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6-Day Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels Itinerary

Day 1Trek to Les Contamines-Montjoie

Transfer to the base of the Bellevue Cable Car and ride to the top of the lift.  Pause to appreciate your surroundings here at the beginning of the Tour du Mont Blanc. Begin hiking past the Bionnassay Glacier trail and cross the “Nepali hanging bridge” for a beautiful view of the Bionnassay glacier.  Follow the trail through alpine pastures up to the Col de Tricot Pass (2,120 m / 6,955 ft). Stop to rest here with a spectacular view of the Contamines-Montjoie Valley. Continue hiking steeply down to the Chalets de Miage (1,559 m / 5,115 ft), then back up to the Chalets du Truc (1,750 m / 5,741 ft). Come around Mt. Truc (1,811 m / 5,942 ft) before hiking down to spend the night in the village of Les Contamines Montjoie.

Note that this hike can be shorted by avoiding the climb to the Col du Tricot Pass.
Overnight Location: 3-Star hotel in Les Contamines-Montjoie
Distance: 11km, 650 m elevation gain, 1,300 m elevation loss (around 5 hours of hiking)
Meals: Dinner

Day 2Hike to Les Chapieux via Col de la Croix-du-Bonhomme Pass

Transfer this morning from Les Contamines-Montjoie to Notre Dame de la Gorge (1,210 m / 3,970 ft), where you can visit a beautifully decorated baroque chapel. The Roman Road, historically a trade route between mountain valleys, begins here.

Hike steadily upward on the trail to the Col du Bonhomme Pass (2,329 m / 7,641 ft). This beautiful trail at the southern edge of the Mont Blanc Range forms a boundary line between the Mont Blanc and Beaufortain mountain ranges. Continue climbing to the Col de la Croix-du-Bonhomme Pass (2,433 m / 7,982 ft) and stop to enjoy the spectacular view of Mont Pourri (3,779 m / 12,398 ft). Descend through a charming alpine pasture to the lovely village of Les Chapieux (1,549 m / 5,082 ft). A private transfer takes you to your hotel in the town of Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
Overnight Location: 3-Star hotel in Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Distance: 15km, 1250 m elevation gain, 950 m elevation loss (around 6.5 hours of hiking)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3Hike to Courmayeur (Italy) via Col de la Seigne and Val Veny

Start the morning with a transfer to begin today’s hike from the Ville des Glaciers (1,800 m / 5,905 ft),  where they make the well-known Beaufort cheese. The Tour du Mont Blanc leads through peaceful alpine pastures up to the Col de la Seigne Pass (2,516 m / 8,255 ft) where you will cross the border into Italy. This spectacular overlook brings you impressively close to famous peaks such as Mont Blanc de Courmayeur, Noire de Peuterey Spire, and Grandes Jorasses.

Descend through the Val Veny which is at the end of the Miage glacier. Notice the serene lake and the unique alpine plant life in this area. A short transfer takes you to the town of Courmayeur (1,226 m / 4,022 ft), where you get to spend the night in the heart of the Italian Alps.

Note that you can add an additional rest day in Courmayeur – just let us know during the booking process.
Overnight Location: 3-Star hotel in Courmayeur
Distance: 15-25km, 750-1,250 m elevation gain, 950 m elevation loss (around 6-7 hours of hiking)
Meals: Breakfast. Dinner on your own in Courmayeur

Day 4Hike into Switzerland via the Grand Col Ferret pass

Today is another great day on the Tour du Mont Blanc, and is the day you will hike into Switzerland. Begin the morning with a short transfer from Courmayeur to Val Ferret, which is at the end of the Pré-de-Bar glacier. Trek up to the Grand Col Ferret Pass (2,537 m / 8,323 ft) and cross the border into Switzerland. With a final glance at Italy, descend through tranquil Swiss alpine meadows to the village of Ferret (1,740 m / 5,709 ft).

Your hotel will either be in nearby La Fouly or in pretty village of Champex, which requires a short transfer by bus.
Overnight Location: 3-Star hotel in Champex
Distance: 15km, 800 m elevation gain, 900 m elevation loss (around 5 hours of hiking)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5Trek back to Argentière in France

Today’s hike begins in Champex, so if you spent the night in La Fouly, take the bus to this charming lakeside village. As you walk from Champex, explore scenic Swiss alpine pastures full of grazing cows. This area is famous for its cheese. The Bovine area offers amazing views of the Rhône River valley and the Swiss region of Valais.

Today offers an exciting variant, and strong hikers can go over the beautiful Fenêtre d'Arpette Pass (2,665 m / 8,743 ft), but be advised this trek is nearly 3 hours longer and much more difficult. Finish today’s trek in the village of Trient (1,280 m/ 4,200 ft), where a private transfer takes you to the French village of Argentière, near the top of the Chamonix Valley.
Overnight Location: 3-Star hotel in Trient or Argentière
Distance: 14.5-15.5km, 750 -1,200 m elevation gain, 900-1,350 m elevation loss (around 5-8 hours of hiking)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6Trek to Chamonix via Col des Montets and Lac Blanc

Your Tour du Mont Blanc self-guided trek concludes today with one of the best days for scenery.  Today you will have some amazing glacier and summit views as you hike through the Aiguilles-Rouges mountains just across the valley from the Mont Blanc massif.

From the Col des Montets pass (1,461 m / 4,793 ft), follow the trail to Lake Chéserys where you will see Mont Blanc and other majestic peaks reflected in the still water. The hike continues back to the lovely Lake Blanc (2,352 m / 7,717 ft). Pause here to appreciate the beauty of this place, and be sure to watch for some of the many ibex that call this area home. When you are ready to finish your tour, walk to La Flégère and ride the gondola takes you all the way down to the bottom of the valley, in the Chamonix hamlet of Les Praz.

Most guests arrange an evening flight out of Geneva back home or else stay on for a couple more days in Chamonix.  You can arrange additional hotel nights while booking your tour.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 10km, 950 m elevation gain, 550 m elevation loss, 5 hours hiking
Meals: Breakfast

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6-Day Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels

Enjoy a private, self-guided tour for just your group! Prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room. Please note that you can also book this tour without luggage transfers to reduce the price by up to $225 USD per person, depending on your group size.

This tour typically runs from mid-June to mid-September, 2025. The prices below are per person.

  • Self-guided group of 2-3: $1,650 USD per person
  • Self-guided groups of 4-5: $1,495 USD per person
  • Self-guided groups of 6+: $1,450 USD per person
  • Single room supplements will apply to single rooms required

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Accommodation on the 6-Day Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels

Accommodation is based on private double occupancy in hotels and shared comfort rooms in hiker’s inns.  Due to the challenge of finding accommodation, no specific hotels are listed. All effort is made to secure 3-star hotels for this tour, however due to the popularity of the Tour du Mont Blanc, that may not be possible.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room as a solo travelers (please enquire for the prices). In some cases, there may be other solo travelers, and if desired we can try to match you with participants of the same sex.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1

Les Contamines- Montjoie ★★★

Rest comfortably in a 3-star hotel in Les Contamines-Montjoie.

Night 2

Bourg-Saint-Maurice ★★★

Take a transfer off the trail to a 3-star hotel in Bourg-Saint-Maurice.

Night 3

Courmayeur ★★★

Enjoy the capital of the Italian Alps in a 3-star hotel in Courmayeur.

Night 4

La Fouly or Champex ★★★

Enjoy a night in a 3-star hotel in either La Fouly or Champex.

Night 5

Trient or Argentière ★★★

Tonight you’ll spend the night in either the pretty little village of Trient or back in the Chamonix Valley in Argentière.

What’s included in the 6-Day Tour du Mont Blanc in Hotels Tour?

Meals

5 breakfasts and 4 dinners are included. Lunches are at your own expense and can be purchased from local stores or refuges to be eaten along the trail.

Accommodations

Accommodation in 3-star hotels for 5 nights as described on the self-guided tour.

Transportation during the Tour

  • Baggage transport is included if you chose this option (1 piece of luggage, up to 15kg)
  • Private transfers to/from Bourg-Saint-Maurice (days 2-3) and from Trient to Argentière (day 5)

Also Included

  • The roadbook (as well as a map and booking vouchers) for a group of two to four people
  • Access to a mobile app that includes GPS
  • Emergency hotline 24/7

Not included

  • Transportation to and from Chamonix
  • Travel insurance for cancellations, interruptions, loss of luggage, or other needs for assistance.
  • Anything not described as included
  • Lunches (food can be purchased in grocery stores, supermarkets or refuges for lunch along the trail)
  • Dinner in Chamonix and Courmayeur
  • Drinks and tips
  • Tickets to monuments, museums, etc
  • Tickets for local public transport and cable cars during the tour (you should budget around 50 EUR in total)

    Frequently Asked Questions about 6-Day 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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    Is this tour for me?

    This tour is rated as 3/5. Hikers should be able to spend about 5-6 hours per day on well-established trails and expect to climb 900 m in elevation and/or cover 15 km in distance.

    Local Guide

    Julien, Allibert Trekking
    Julien
    Chamonix, France

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