Tour Detail
Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is a hiking trail located in the Alpine region of France, Italy, and Switzerland. You can discover the highest peak of the Alps from all angles, as well as the amazing surrounding scenery. Enjoy the pleasure of hiking with a lightweight pack and nights spent in mountain hut, in inns and hotels, for an unforgettable adventure.
10
Days
2600 m
Higher Elevation
Difficulty
Alps
Mountain Range
Highlight
- Scenic Beauty: The TMB offers unparalleled views of Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest peak, from various angles throughout the trek.
- Challenging Yet Accessible: The TMB caters to a wide range of hikers with different skill levels.
- Cross-cultural Experience: Crossing through France, Italy, and Switzerland, the route passes villages and towns showcasing unique local cultures and architectural styles.
Day 01
- Les Houches trek to Bionnassay
- Ascend+800m / Descend – 500m
- 5 hours and 30 minutes walk
- Accommodation: mountain hut / lodges (Fioux)
Day 02
- Bionnassay trek to Les Contamines
- Ascend+ 950m / Descend- 1300m
- 6 hours of walk
- Accommodation: mountain hut / lodges (Les Contamines)
Day 03
- Les Contamines trek to Les Chapieux
- Ascend+ 1450m / Descend- 800m
- 7 hours of walk
- Accommodation: mountain hut / lodges (Les Chapieux)
Day 04
- Les Chapieux trek to Col Checrouit
- Ascend+ 1100m / Descend- 1050m
- 6 hours of walk
- Accommodation: mountain hut / lodges (Col Checrouit)
Day 05
- Col Checrouit trek to Refuge Bonatti
- Ascend+ 1100m / Descend- 1000m
- 6 hours of walk
- Accommodation: mountain hut / lodges (Bonatti)
- No luggage transport service will be available; your luggage will be sent to La Fouly. Please prepare equipment for 2 days accordingly
Day 06
- Bonatti trek to La Fouly
- Ascend+ 900m / Descend- 1300m
- 6 hours and 30 minutes walk
- Accommodation: an inn (La Fouly)
Day 07
- La Fouly trek to Champex
- Ascend+ 650m / Descend- 650m
- 4 hours and 30 minutes walk
- Accommodation: an inn (Champex)
Day 08
- Champex trek to Trient
- Choice 1: Ascend+ 715 m /Descend- 925m (5 hours of walk)
- Choice 2: Ascend+ 915m / Descend- 1260m (7 hours of walk)
- Accommodation: an inn (Trient)
Day 09
- Trient trek to Le Tour
- Ascend+ 1000m / Descend- 850m
- 5 hours of walk
- Accommodation: an inn (Le Tour)
Day 10
- Le Tour trek to Chamonix
- Ascend+ 1350m / Descend- 850m
- 7 hours of walk
Services
Cost Includes
✅All nights accommodations in local teahouses/lodges during trekking
✅Meal during trekking (Dinner and breakfast provide by accommodation)
✅Picnic lunch during trekking
✅Showers at the accommodations
✅Luggage transport （except Day 5 mountain hut/lodges at Bonatti ）
Cost Excludes
❌Tour guide
❌Eventual gondolas and
local buses that you may take
❌Airport drop off (Euro
50 per transfer)
❌Flight ticket to Geneva airport
❌Travel insurance
❌Trekking equipment
❌SIM card
❌Itinerary not listed
❌Tips
Travel Tips
- Best Season: From mid-June to early September, during this time the weather is more stable, with warm and comfortable daytime temperatures and not too cold at night. This period is ideal for hiking, as the mountainous regions are safer and more accessible with the melting of snow.
- Physical Requirements: This route is suitable for hikers with moderate to high fitness levels, requiring 5-7 hours of walking per day.
- Equipment Preparation: It is recommended to bring warm clothing, waterproof gear, comfortable hiking shoes, and basic medical supplies
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Tour du Mont Blanc
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