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Trekking around Mont Blanc. France-Switzerland-Italy

Trekking around Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc is the dream of many mountain climbers, the dominant peak of the Alps, 4810 m high. The birth of mountaineering is associated with the ascent of Mont Blanc. And on 08/08/2025 it will be 170 years since the first ascent to this peak.

And the trekking around Mont Blanc (4810 m):

  • passes through the territory of 3 countries: France, Italy and Switzerland,
  • It is considered to be the most beautiful route in the Alps. Here you will find amazing panoramas and landscapes, passes, lakes and waterfalls, fabulous villages and much more.

Attention! The tour is available for individual orders, open from 06/16 to 07/13/2025.

A tour program without heavy backpacks is possible (accommodation in huts or hotels (chalets)). Reservations and prepayment until December 1, 2024!!! Otherwise, there will be no more available places to stay!!!

Article:
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Country:
France - Switzerland - Italy
Tour type:
Hiking and trekking
Directions:
Around Mont Blanc
Complexity:
Easy
Number of participants:
From 6 people
Maximum height:
2516 m
Season:
Spring - Autumn
Start of the program:
Chamonix (Geneva) or Courmayeur
Finish program:
Chamonix (Geneva) or Courmayeur
Duration:
13 days
Price:
800 USD
Count:
Tours dates
  
16.06.202513.07.2025
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Attention! The tour program is agreed upon in advance!! For those who wish to go through the tour lightly without backpacks (accommodation in mountain huts), the program is agreed upon and booked in advance until December 1, 2024!!

Day 1

Arrival in Geneva, transfer to Chamonix, camping.

Day 2

Acquaintance with the area, a tour of the city of Chamonix, the purchase of missing equipment, products, etc.

Day 3

Start trekking. The first day without backpacks we climb on foot or by cable car to the peak of Brevent (Le Brevent, 2525 m), and then follow the path to Lake Blanc (Lac Blanc). Snack, enjoy the views, go down to our campsite.

Day 4

We leave our campsite and follow the village of Le Tour. Here we begin our ascent to the Col de Balme pass (Col de Balme, 2195 m), which divides the territories of France and Switzerland. The pass can be reached on foot or by cable car. Descent to the village of Pete (Le Peute), our campsite.

Day 5

In the morning we climb to the Col de la Forclaz pass (Col de la Forclaz, 1526 m), and further up to the Bovine shelter, here is a snack, tasty beer !!! From here begins a beautiful traverse and descent into the area of ​​the city of Champes (Champex). We choose a place for our parking.

Day 6

We pass through the city of Champs, here you can drink coffee, admire the lake and further along the beautiful trail through the beautiful villages and forests, we come to our campsite in the village of La Fouly.

Day 7

We pass the village of Ferre, and then we begin to climb up a steep path. We pass the “Cheese” shelter where you can relax and have a bite to eat, go up to the Ferret pass (Grand Col Ferret, 2537 m). This is an alpine pass between the canton of Valais (Switzerland) and the Aosta Valley (Italy). If the weather is fine, you will always remember this place. Here are amazing views on all four sides !!! Descent from the pass to the shelter Elena. There are two options from here: take the bus and drive to Courmayeur along the valley or climb the ridge again and go towards Courmayeur.

ATTENTION!! As previously written, in Courmayeur the first half of the tour ends. From here you can get to Chamonix by bus or cable cars.

Day 8

We continue the second half of the tour and go to the Col de la Seigne pass (Col de la Seigne, 2,516 m), which divides Italy and France. Descent to the village of La Ville Des Glachers, overnight at the campsite.

Day 9

Ascent to the Col de Fours pass, then descent, overnight near the Bonhomme shelter. In fine weather, at sunset, stunning views of the cliffs of the French Alps open here. Photographers will be very interested !!!

Day 10

Traverse to the Col de Bonhomme Pass (Col du Bonhomme, 2329 m). Descent from the pass, camping overnight.

Day 11

Another transition with the possibility of a bus to the village of Bionnai, and then the ascent to the pass Col de Voz (Sol de Voza, 1,657 m). At this point, the tram that runs towards Mont Blanc and the cable car from the village of Les Houches are connected. Here we will make a halt, dine, and enjoy the views of the peaks of Gran Monte, Brevent, Aiguille du Midi and others. After that, descent to Les Uzes. Overnight at the campsite.

Day 12

The final day of our trip. We will move (move) to Chamonix. Stop at the campsite, complete relaxation !!!!

Days 13-14

Reserve days in case of bad weather, shopping, study tours, etc.

Attention!!

  • As previously written, the tour can be started from the city of Courmayeur. We will have, accordingly, one day exploring the city, purchasing the necessary things, and further according to the description
  • Depending on the weather conditions, the physical condition of the participants and other factors, the route of the trip can be changed.

Geneva - Chamonix - Brevent - Lake Blanc - Le Tour - Pass Col de Balm - Pete, Pass Col de la Forkla - Champex - Fully - Ferret, pass - Ferret - Pass Col de la Senj - Shelter La Ville Des Glaciers - Pass Col De Fours - Pass Col de Bonhomme - Pass Col de Vos - Les Houches - Chamonix - Geneva

Milan - Courmayeur - Pass Col de la Senj - Shelter La Ville des Gleschers - Pass Col De Fur - Pass Col de Bonhomme - Pass Col de Voz - Les Ush - Chamonix - Brevent - Lake Blanc - Le Tour - Pass Col de Balm - Pete , Col de la Forkla Pass - Champs-Fouli-Ferret Pass, Ferre-Courmayeur-Milan

The cost of a package of services - from 800 US dollars *

  • * Payment is made in EURO !!!
  • * The cost is determined by the number of participants, the number of days of trekking, living conditions, meals, transfers, etc.

Included:

  • camping accommodation
  • tour in Chamonix and Courmayeur
  • instructor services
  • food on the route, prepare yourself
  • public equipment (negotiated before the tour)

Not included:

  • additional excursions
  • transfers outside the program
  • chair and other lifts
  • bus city trips
  • accommodation in shelters, hotels, apartments for a fee
  • two-way flight

ATTENTION! In case of interest, all detailed information will be sent to you

Additional information

We offer various route options. The start can begin in the cities of Chamonix (France) or Courmayeur (Italy). You can move both clockwise and against it. And if you are tired in the middle of the trip, injured or you have a time limit, you can stop trekking in Chamonix or Courmayeur, drive through the tunnel under Mont Blanc or use the services of three cable cars, while you will have amazing and unforgettable views of Mont Blanc , and in its surroundings.

  • The receiving party has the right to change the route according to weather conditions and the condition of the group
  • The price does not include: additional excursions, transfers outside the program, environmental fees, etc.
  • Additional services are possible by prior arrangement.

How to get to the beginning of the route?
You can get to the city of Chamonix from Geneva Airport by bus or train. Longer journey from Italy. From Milan Airport by bus to Courmayeur

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