Tour du Mont Blanc
The wild side of Mont Blanc
Technical lev. : 2.5 / 5
CONFIRMED MOUNTAIN HIKE
Mountain hiking for experienced people, you have experience and skill in the mountains.
Some passages are vertiginous and it is sometimes necessary to put the hands to help the progression.
Learning about the weather and mapping experience, the Guide can take you to the map to learn how to manage a route if you wish!
Physical lev. : 3.5 / 5
CONNFIRMED SPORTY COURSE
Effort corresponding to about +1000 / +1400 mt of ascent in hiking per day.
You like endurance sports and do them about twice a week.
Around Mont Blanc
We've put together an itinerary for you, away from the crowds, to contemplate the Mont Blanc massif from its different sides, with the comfort of being accompanied by a minibus. A breath of fresh air and new horizons are guaranteed.
. Small groups, maximum 8 people;
. The Tour du Mont Blanc in a different way: an extraordinary wilderness itinerary;
. Light backpacks, the comfort of having a minibus;
. Change of scenery guaranteed;
. Discover the Mont Blanc massif, the highest peak in Europe;
. Trekking across the borders of France, Italy and Switzerland!
Dates & Prices
Arrival
End
Price *
Status
Du 07/07/2025 au 11/07/2025
au 11/07/2025
740 €
Bookings in progress / 8 place(s) left
Du 01/09/2025 au 05/09/2025
au 05/09/2025
740 €
Bookings in progress / 8 place(s) left
Du 15/09/2025 au 19/09/2025
au 19/09/2025
740 €
Bookings in progress / 8 place(s) left
* Price per person (without insurance)
Price of trek: €740 per person.
Additional comfort option for camping nights (subject to availability and in lower season only):
The trek
A trekking around the Mont Blanc massif where we'll enjoy the comfort of travelling accompanied by the mini-bus, so we can hike lightly and go further to the wildest places between France, Italy and Switzerland. We'll have the chance to see Mont Blanc from both the north and south sides. We'll be surrounded by flora and fauna in a magnificent environment.
Program
Elevation gain : + 1000 and - 1000 m
Walking time: approximately 6 to 7 hours
The meeting point with your guide is in front of the Chamonix-Mont Blanc SNCF train station at 8.00 a.m. to check your equipment and to introduce the trekking. We will take the mini bus to the starting point for the day. We'll start our first hike along a forest path that opens out onto mineral terrain, offering us a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc, which is right in front of us. The setting for this wild hike will allow us to rub shoulders with the fauna of the Carlaveyron nature reserve and at the summit the pastures are amazing.
Elevation gain: + 1150 m and - 1150 m
Walking time: approximately 6 to 7 hours
On the second day we head for the Trient valley, at the north-eastern end of the Mont Blanc massif in Switzerland. The route starts gently along the glacier path that follows the stream, before heading uphill towards the Fenêtre d'Arpette. Throughout the ascent, you'll enjoy uninterrupted views of the Trient glacier and the peace and quiet of a little-travelled route.
Elevation gain: + 1500 m and - 1500 m
Walking time: around 8 to 9 hours
We're heading to Italy for the next days, and we'll be able to adapt the walks we do depending on the weather. For our first day in Italy, we'll be climbing up to Mont Fortin to admire the south face of Mont Blanc up close in a unique setting. The itinerary will be decided by your guide, who will be able to find the right spot from which to admire the grandeur of Europe's highest peak. The day can be shortened depending on the shape of the group or the weather. The south face of Mont Blanc is often compared to a small Himalaya in the heart of the Alps, adding an exceptional dimension to our adventure.
Elevation gain: +1350 m and -1350 m
Walking time: around 6 to 7 hours
After a restful night in the valley, we'll head into the Val Ferret near Courmayeur to reach the starting point of our hike, which will take us to the Col de Malatra at an altitude of almost 3,000 m, a little-frequented spot that will allow us to discover a wild valley surrounded by high peaks with magnificent views over the Val d'Aoste and the Mont Blanc Massif.
On the way down, we can stop at the Bonatti refuge for a well-deserved drink after the efforts of this beautiful day.
Elevation gain: + 1400 m and - 1400 m
Walking time: around 8 to 9 hours
The final excursion of our Italian tour will take us to Testa Bernarda, a magnificent viewpoint offering uninterrupted views of the Mont Blanc massif on the Italian side, with the majestic Grandes Jorasses in front of us. The climb up to Testa Bernarda is quite demanding. We arrive on a balcony path that allows us to take our time and contemplate the peaks of the Mont Blanc Massif.
On the way down, we'll stop off at the Bertone Refuge for a coffee, before heading back to France via the Mont Blanc tunnel to Chamonix.
End of the trek: we'll drop you off at Chamonix-Mont Blanc train station. And so ends this unforgettable adventure exploring the breathtaking scenery of Mont Blanc!
If you wish, you can of course extend your stay by staying an extra night in Chamonix (see useful information).
Materiel
Pack a 15-20 litre backpack for the day with room to carry a picnic and snacks.
This backpack will be transported in the minibus.
A little pleasure: a book or card game for the hotel
IMPORTANT: if a person is not properly equipped and dressed, the mountain guide may decide not to allow him/her to take part in the climb. We ask you to read carefully the equipment list provided in the programme PDF and to call us if you have any doubts.
Level
CONFIRMED SPORTY PEOPLE
Effort corresponding to about +1000 / +1400 mt of ascent in hiking per day.
You like endurance sports and do them about twice a week.
CONFIRMED MOUNTAIN HIKE
Mountain hiking for experienced people, you have experience and skill in the mountains.
Some passages are vertiginous and it is sometimes necessary to put the hands to help the progression.
Learning about the weather and mapping experience, the Guide can take you to the map to learn how to manage a route if you wish!
Useful Info
Cancellation and repatriation insurance is mandatory, as is mountain search and rescue insurance (minimum cover of 10,000 Euros).
Esprit Montagne offers the following insurance: https://www.assurance-multi-sports.com.
Meet your trail guide at 8am on the first day, in front of Chamonix Mont Blanc train station.
End of the hiking tour on the last day at around 5.30pm in Chamonix Mont-Blanc, near the Chamonix train station.
You can park your car free of charge in Chamonix at the Parking des Gaillands.
La Pointe Isabelle is a historic hotel located in the heart of Chamonix town centre and very recently renovated.
The HI youth hostel is a stone's throw from Chamonix and offers very reasonable prices, as well as the possibility of a reduced-price pass the day after the course if you want to go and see the Aiguille du Midi before or after the course, depending on your arrival and departure dates...
When you register online, you can choose whether or not you wish to take part in the car-sharing scheme to get to the starting point of your course. Once you have made your booking, you can log back into your Esprit Montagne account to access a section dedicated to carpooling. Here you will find the contacts of the other participants who are interested in car-sharing, so that you can contact them directly.
. Guiding by a local and certified Trekking Guide from our team, plus his accommodation and meal expenses
. Half board in dormitory rooms
. Picnics from D2 to D5
. Luggage transport from site to site
. Transport in private minibus to and from France, Switzerland and Italy, as provided for in the programme
ADDITIONAL COMFORT OPTION for camping nights (subject to availability and in lower season only) :
. Bungalow for 4 people with inside bathroom --> €20 per person for the two nights
. Bungalow for 2 people with inside bathroom --> 38 € per person for two nights
. Trip / cancellation insurance and emergency assistance insurance
. Picnic lunch on D1
. Drinks and personal expenses
.Tips
. Anything not indicated in the "Price includes" section
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The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is a large-scale tour that can be challenging depending on a number of factors. For a start, it covers around 170km with a cumulative positive elevation gain of around 10,000m. This means long days of walking and lots of ascents and descents.
The difficulty of the TMB is also linked to the length of the trek. On average, you'll need between 7 and 10 days to complete a full tour of the massif. This means you'll be walking for 6 to 8 hours a day, which can be demanding if you're not used to such treks.
It's important to note that some sections of the TMB are more difficult than others. For example, the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme in France (2443m) and the Grand Col Ferret on the Italian-Swiss border (2537m) require extra concentration.
However, the TMB is considered a relatively accessible trek for sporty people.
The best time to do the Tour du Mont Blanc is generally from mid-June to mid-September. This is when the weather conditions are most favourable and the refuges are open.
It is also possible to do the Mont Blanc tour in autumn, despite the more unpredictable weather and the closure of refuges, by sleeping in hotels in the valley.
The beauty of the Tour du Mont Blanc is subjective and depends on individual preferences. However, some stages stand out for their exceptional scenery.
In France, the Contamines nature reserve offers an unspoilt natural setting with a rich alpine flora. The Col du Bonhomme offers breathtaking views of Mont Blanc. Lac Blanc, nestling in the Aiguilles Rouges reserve, offers a spectacular panorama of the Mont Blanc massif.
In Italy, the Val Vény is famous for its wild landscapes and views of the Grandes Jorasses. The Col de la Seigne pass marks the entrance to the Chamonix valley, with its breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif.
In Switzerland, the Grand Col Ferret offers spectacular views of the Italian side of Mont Blanc.
These and other viewpoints are what make the TMB so famous. But each stage has its own charm and natural wonders.
