Mont Blanc Classic Hike



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- Trek through stunning alpine scenery around the highest peak in Western Europe
- Experience the exhilaration of trekking through three countries in the European Alps
- Enjoying the culinary specialties such as Raclette
- Participating in the camaraderie on the trail and at night in the refuges
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Leaving from the village of Le Tour you take the scenic high mountain path of Balme heading towards Switzerland. Weather permitting you will be able to take some wonderful photos of the Mont Blanc chain including the impressive “La Verte”, the Drus and the Needles of ...
The trail continues through impressive forests with a strong ascent to the high mountain pastures of the Bovine Alps. The route takes you past shepherds huts and small farms always with views of impressive peaks such as Grand Combin to the south and later to the drama...
This morning you take a public bus (fare not included - 15 Swiss Francs) to the small village of Ferret (1705m) and commence hiking. The route takes you out of Switzerland and into Italy by the Grand Col Ferret (2537m) pass. It’s a steady climb and at the Col you wil...
This morning you will need to pack your overnight requirements for the next two nights in your daypack. Your main luggage will be waiting for you in Les Contamines on the afternoon of day 6. From the centre of Courmayeur the hike heads steeply up a switchback trail t...
From the refuge Elisabetta, the trail takes you to the border of Italy and France at the Col de la Seigne (2518m) in time for an early morning view which, in good weather, will be extraordinary with sweeping views of the Mont Blanc massif and surrounding glaciers and ...
This morning the trail traverses mountain pastures to the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme (2433m) where there are brilliant views southeast to the peaks of the Vanoise. The trail continues down to the Col du Bonhomme (2329m) and crosses the Contamines Natural Reserve. A s...
The trail takes you along the river valley and heads slowly to La Gruvaz before continuing to Le Champel and a fairly steep ascent via Bionnassay to the Col de Voza. A longer route can be taken following a combination of tracks and trails above Contamines before you a...
This is a big day. Its possible to shorten the hike by descending the lift from Brevent instead of going all the way to Flegere. If you have the stamina the longer hike is well worth it. Cross the L’Arve River to continue up to the “Grand Balcon Sud” offering serious...
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