Tour Du Mont Blanc Complete Self-Guided
Duration: 11 days, 10 nights
Region: France/ Italy/ Switzerland
Cost per person in EUR: from $ 1350 (2-5 pax)
Tour Code: WT-CODE 25590
11 Days Self-Guided tour – Carry only your small bag with daily things & picnic
France/ Italy/ Switzerland
Level: Intermediate
Season: Early Jun to Mid September
Here is an 11-day Tour of Mont Blanc on foot, featuring 10 days of exhilarating hiking without a guide!
This all-inclusive adventure ensures that your luggage is transported from hotel to hotel, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience. You’ll embark on the renowned TMB, trekking through stunning alpine landscapes and picturesque villages, with the majestic Mont Blanc as your constant backdrop. Each day promises new adventures and breathtaking views, making this journey a perfect blend of challenge and beauty. Enjoy the freedom of a self-guided hike while we take care of the logistics, ensuring an unforgettable experience with the roof of Europe as your companion!
**Details:**
Departures are available daily from June 15 to September 15. Due to the high popularity of the Tour du Mont Blanc, it is advisable to book well in advance.
Availability may be challenging from June 27 to June 30, and from August 26 to September 1, due to the Mont Blanc Marathon and the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc.
Note: From June 15 to June 30 and from September 1 to September 15, there is a high risk of snow and snowfields. During these periods, some bus services may not operate and may need to be replaced by a taxi: Day 4 from Chapieux to Ville des Glaciers (€85 for 1 to 3 people; walking option available, 5km) and Day 5 from Cantine de Visailles to Courmayeur (€70 for 1 to 3 people).
If you need to stay in Bourg St Maurice, a private transfer is required before June 25 and after August 27 (dates to be confirmed), costing an additional €185 round trip (Day 3 evening + Day 4 morning).
Some Info
1. LEVEL
For good walker. 5 to 7 hours of walking a day, +/- 900 m of altitude difference on average per day. Accessible to children who are good walkers and motivated from the age of 12 (with their parents). Being able to easily walk 12 km (in plain) in 2 hours maximum. If this is not the case, within three weeks before departure we advise you to undertake a little training (2 to 3 times a week): 4 to 5 km of jogging or 2 to 3 hours hiking or biking. Your physical preparation will facilitate your stay and allow you to appreciate it even more.
2. LUGGAGE TRANSFER
You only carry a backpack for the day with the necessary for your hike and the picnic lunch. Your luggage will be transferred by vehicle and be collected at the end of each stage in the hotel except for the night of D4 (Elisabetta refuge) you carry your things for tonight. Max 10 kg per luggage per person.
3. ACCOMMODATION
Room version: in hotels, hostels, gîtes – refuges; except 1 night in a dormitory (at Elisabetta). On about half of the route, showers and toilets can be upstairs or on the landing. Possibility of a single room on request and rarely on the whole route (about 5 nights) impossible at Chapieux and Arpette.
Dormitory version: All nights are in dormitories except Day 3: at Contamines/ Houches/ Chamonix
Itinerary
From Les Houches – Chamonix – Les Houches
We may have to modify the indicated itinerary: either at the level of the organization (problem of overload of the accommodations, duplication of the groups, modification of the state of the ground, landslides, degraded trails, etc.), or directly because of the guide (weather, group level, etc.). These modifications are always made in your interest, for your safety and for a better comfort!
LAND Price per person in EUR
Tour Code: WT-CODE 25590
| Price Per Pax in EURO | 2-5 | 6+ |
| in dormitory + 3 nights in room | 1,350 | 1,285 |
| in room except 1 night | 1,595 | 1,550 |
Note:
Single room supplement:
room version: +€ 350 – 6 nights only
Dormitory version: +€ 235 – 3 nights only
Additional night in Chamonix, in a 3* hotel, in bed + breakfast:
€96 per person in a room of 2
€ 155 per person in a single room
Additional night in Chamonix, in a 4* hotel, in bed + breakfast:
€135 per person in a room of 2
€195 per person in a single room
Additional night in Les Houches in a 3* hotel with half-board:
€ 105 per person in a room of 2
€ 168 per person in a single room
Cost includes
- Accommodation in a dormitory or a room of 2 depending on the option chosen
- Half board except in Courmayeur (for the room version) and Chamonix in B&B
- Luggage transport (except to the Elisabetta refuge on Day 4)
- The transfer of the Day 3 morning.
- The digital travel file
- Tourist taxes
- Briefing before departure
Cost excludes
- Individual drinks
- Lunches
- Dinners in Courmayeur and Chamonix
- Internal transfers except that of Day 3 morning.
- Transporting luggage to the Elisabetta refuge (Day 4)
- Site visits
- Registration fees
- Paper travel file
- Travel Insurance
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control.
- Single supplement
- Visa and Visa application fees
- All those not mentioned in “the price includes”
More Information
FOOD
Half-board: breakfasts and dinners served hot.
Except in Courmayeur and Chamonix for bed and breakfast.
Please let us know when registering if you have any food allergies or special diets; we will do our best to adapt your meals.
Travel file
Self-guided tour, without a guide
We provide you with a digital travel file that includes: access to our local partner smartphone guidance application, a list of your accommodations, any vouchers and all the information necessary for the smooth running of your stay.
GROUP
Min 2 people.
START / END
Start: Day 1 in the afternoon at Les Houches
End: D11 in the afternoon at Les Houches
Extend your stay
You can extend your trip before or after the trek to Les Houches or Chamonix on request.
If you book a hotel night in the Chamonix Valley, you can ask your hotelier for a guest card, offering free public transport in the Chamonix Valley.
DATES
At your convenience, from mid June to mid September. Go out with friends or family at the dates that suit you. Customisation possible from 6 people. When you book the tour please give us one or two other departure dates in case your 1st choice is not possible. Price may differ from the above cost.
Getting There & Away
By train: SNCF www.voyages-sncf.com
Chamonix train station
Return by Les Houches railway station.
IF YOU ARRIVE BY PLANE
Geneva Airport (GVA) is the closest one.
- Train : Geneva airport -> Chamonix, www.sbb.ch , duration about 3 hrs (not very practical)
- OUIBUS https://www.ouibus.com/
- From Geneva airport to Chamonix ; about 19€ 1- way ; with reservation ; duration 2 hrs
- From Les Houches, Chamonix to Geneva airport direct ; about 19€ 1- way ; with reservation ; duration 2 hrs.
Chamonix bus lines: https://chamonix.montblancbus.com/fr/ligne-de-bus
In Your Luggages
Cancellation Terms
Reviews
Booked the 9D Tour du Mont Blanc hike package with X-Trekkers and it proved to be a memorable and fulfilling experience. CK was prompt in sharing information to help us prepare for the hike and also answering questions we might have. The entire hike was also run very well and we felt safe and looked after throughout. Food and lodgings were also great. We would definitely return to X-trekkers for future hike trips.
- Unforgettable in a good way.
- Martial is an excellent guide. One of the best I’ve met. Totally enjoyed the trek & the company.
- Big thanks to CK for the detailed coordination as always.”
- Best Moments: The wonderful team.
- Least Enjoyed:
- Shivering in one of the supposedly hot but cold shower.
- The blisters from day 1. Would have been good to use anti-blister socks or sock liners.
- Recommendations:
- Must bring slippers for refuge. Not all provide.
- Blister plasters a must
- Finding the Oui bus connection to Chamonix was a mad panic because there were no clear markers or signage. Neither did the bus have the logo printed on it.
Bucket List for Hiking.
The route from Champex to Trient over the Fenetre d’Arpette is quite dangerous at the top. The final climb is over soft snow combs and very loose rocks. Definitely not appropriate for anyone other than expert hikers.
Best Moments: The two days between Trient-Argentiere-Chamonix have the most incredible views.
Least Enjoyed Moments: Final descent into Chamonix. The cable car at Le Flegere was not operating.
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