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This 5-day Tour du Mont Blanc is perfect for those short on time!
Trek from Italy to Switzerland and then France on the famous TMB Trail
Observe the unique views of Mont Blanc
Enjoy local atmosphere and villages in 3 countries
Savour the atmosphere in authentic mountain huts
This trek is for all those who wish to discover the splendid Tour du Mont Blanc in just a few days. The Tour du Mont Blanc is a stunning trek that takes you around Mont Blanc. For many people finding time for the complete route is a challenge, so this 5-day trek takes you on the eastern half of the route.
This route, from Courmayeur to Chamonix, will take you through 3 countries and discover 3 different cultures in no time. The northern part of our famous Tour du Mont Blanc, with multiple facets: the charm of Courmayeur and Val Ferret as well as the splendid landscapes of Switzerland will amaze you. All this with a light bag and nights in comfortable mountain huts to give you an unforgettable adventure.
Starting in the Chamonix Valley, you take a transfer to Courmayeur, where you begin your trek. Cross famous mountain passes like Grand Col Ferret, or if weather is favourable the Fenêtre d’Arpette, while you get to see villages like La Fouly, Champex, Trient and Le Tour.
This trek is for all those who wish to discover the splendid Tour du Mont Blanc in just a few days. The Tour du Mont Blanc is a stunning trek that takes you around Mont Blanc. For many people finding time for the complete route is a challenge, so this 5-day trek takes you on the eastern half of the route.
This route, from Courmayeur to Chamonix, will take you through 3 countries and discover 3 different cultures in no time. The northern part of our famous Tour du Mont Blanc, with multiple facets: the charm of Courmayeur and Val Ferret as well as the splendid landscapes of Switzerland will amaze you. All this with a light bag and nights in comfortable mountain huts to give you an unforgettable adventure.
Starting in the Chamonix Valley, you take a transfer to Courmayeur, where you begin your trek. Cross famous mountain passes like Grand Col Ferret, or if weather is favourable the Fenêtre d’Arpette, while you get to see villages like La Fouly, Champex, Trient and Le Tour.
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5-Day Guided Eastern Section Tour du Mont Blanc Itinerary
Day 1 Transfer to Courmayeur and trek to Bonatti Hut
Meet at 9 a.m. at the Prarion car park, in Les Houches, for a transfer to Courmayeur.
You then climb to the Bertone refuge to enjoy the extraordinary panorama it offers on the Mont-Blanc massif. Breathtaking! End the day with a beautiful balcony crossing to the Bonatti refuge, marking the end of a beautiful stage.
Note that luggage cannot be delivered to Rifugio Bonatti, so you will need to pack an overnight bag on this day.
Overnight Location: Rifugio Bonatti
Distance: 5 hrs, 900 m (2,950 ft) ascent
Meals: Lunch (guided only), Dinner
Day 2 Over Grand Col Ferret to La Fouly
After a climb with a magnificent view of Mont Dolent, you will pass the Grand Col Ferret to pass into Switzerland. The day ends with a gentle descent towards the mountain pasture of La Peule to reach the small village of La Fouly, a real postcard of Valais.
Overnight Location: Inn in La Fouly (shared rooms or dormitories)
Distance: 6 hrs 30 min, 900 m (2,950 ft) ascent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (guided only), Dinner
Day 3 Through Val Ferret to Champex
Today, discover Val Ferret Switzerland and its small traditional villages to reach Champex and its pretty lake. This stage ends with a short climb to our accommodation for the day, a comfortable inn bathed in a soothing atmosphere.
Overnight Location: Inn in Champex (shared rooms or dormitories)
Distance: 6 hrs 30 min, 650 m (2,130 ft) ascent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (guided only), Dinner
Day 4 High Level walk to Trient
After a short transfer in Val Ferret to Champex, you will embark on a beautiful high-level traverse above Martigny and the Rhone valley. In the distance, the vineyards bear witness to the canton’s wine production. Depending on how the group feels and current conditions, there may be an option to take the Fenêtre d’Arpette route and enjoy a beautiful alpine setting. Your guide will make the best decision.
Overnight Location: Inn in Trient (shared rooms or dormitories)
Distance: Option 1: 5 hrs, 925m (2,345 ft) ascent
Option 2: 7 hrs, 915m (3,000 ft) ascent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (guided only), Dinner
Day 5 Walk back to the Chamonix Valley
Your last day on the TMB and time to return to France. Views over the Chamonix valley open up on the way down, as you enjoy a final breathtaking moment before arriving at the village of Le Tour, which marks the end of your adventure.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 5 hrs, 1,000m (3,280 ft) ascent
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (guided only)
5-Day Guided Eastern Section Tour du Mont Blanc Price and Dates
This tour can be run either as a private tour for your group only (with or without a guide), or a fixed-departure tour where you would be joining a group. Prices below are per person. Private Self-Guided Tour- Self-guided group of 2-5: from EUR915 per person
- Self-guided group of 6+: from EUR780 per person
Private Guided Tour
- Guided Group of 2-5: from EUR1695 per person
- Guided Group of 6+: from EUR1095 per person
Join a Scheduled Small Group Tour Join an international and French group of trekkers to complete the Tour du Mont Blanc.
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Accommodation on 5-Day Guided Eastern Section Tour du Mont Blanc Tour
This tour is based on shared accommodation in Mountain Huts, Gites or dormitories. Please note that in some cases you can upgrade to double rooms with an extra supplement (please contact us for the pricing, this is only available for self-guided or private guided groups).
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Single Rooms are not available as this tour takes place in mountain huts, gites and/or inns, and you will be sharing rooms/dormitories.
What’s Included in the 5-Day Guided Eastern Section Tour du Mont Blanc?
Meals
The guided tour option includes 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners, as well as some snacks are included on the 5-day Tour du Mont Blanc Tour. Self-guided tour includes 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners in gites or mountain huts along the route, but you can order lunches for an extra charge.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 4 nights is included. Accommodation before and after the tour can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included during the tour. No other transport is included. The transfer of one piece of luggage per person is provided every day between the different accommodations (except on the evening of day 1 in Bonatti): one soft bag per person, of a maximum of 12kg each (duffle bag type).
Also Included
- Supervision by a qualified mountain guide (guided tour only)
- Accommodation in dormitories, as described in the trek program
- Half board for self-guided tours and full board for guided tours, as described in the trek program
- Packed lunches prepared by a chef (guided tours only)
- Dried fruit and nut snacks prepared by a chef (guided tours only)
- Luggage transfers every night except for night 1. Luggage is one soft-bag per person up to 12kg maximum
- Showers where applicable
- Transport from Les Houches to Courmayeur, Day 1
Not included
- Transport to and from the start of the trek
- Drinks other than water served with meals
- Any private transport or cable car tickets not included in the trek program
- Assistance and cancellation insurance
- Anything not listed in “Included in the price”
- Gratuities
- Insurance
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Private transfer to hotel from airport
- Upgrade to full board (for self-guided travellers)
- Upgrade to double rooms (where possible)
- How hard is the 5-day Tour du Mont Blanc Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to France or Italy?
- Are meals included on the 5-day Tour du Mont Blanc Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Les Houches to start this tour?
- Is the 5-day Tour du Mont Blanc Tour in English?
- Where does the 5-day Tour du Mont Blanc Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to France or Italy?
- Are there any travel restrictions for France or Italy?
- Will everybody speak English
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 4 / 5. You will hike 5-6 hours a day, with lots of uphill and downhill. The path might be easy, but you’ll still move your body every day!
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners are included on the tour. Some snacks are also included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA), formerly known as Cointrin Airport. You can arrange a private transfer or take public transport to Chamonix. To get to Les Houches you can take a bus or taxi from Chamonix.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking. There will often be international as well as French guests on the tour, and the tour guides are multi-lingual. If you are travelling as a self-guided hiker, the information provided will be in English, however, you can also request for it to be in French.
The tour ends in Le Tour, a village near Chamonix. You can take a taxi or public transportation to get to Chamonix.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
While your guide will speak English, other trekkers in your group will come from other countries, and may not speak English.
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