Guided Tour du Mont Blanc
Complete one of the most iconic hikes in the European Alps
Worry less by being led by one of our certified guides
Personalize your TMB journey according to your wishes and preferences
Taste the authentic alpine cuisine of France, Italy, and Switzerland
Sleep in cozy mountain huts and boutique hotels
Hiking in Vallée des Glaciers
Lac Combal in Val Veny
Vallée des Glaciers
On the trail to the Rifugio Bonatti
Hike the TMB with the best company
Colors of autumn season into the wild Val Veny
Discover the Alps through a lens of pure luxury
The beautiful trails of the TMB
Mont Blanc from Col de la Seigne French Italian border
Itinerary
For the first section of your journey, your guide will lead you from Les Houches up to Col du Voza, with an option to take the Bellevue cable car. From Bellevue, you will follow your guide through a forested path and across rocky terrain towards Col de Tricot. After crossing a suspension bridge and a final climb, you’ll reach Col de Tricot for stunning views of the Bionnassay Glacier. The day will end with a descent to the peaceful Miage pastures, where you’ll spend the night at Refuges de Miage.
13 km and 1240 m of elevation gain / 650 m of elevation loss
Refuge de Miage
After breakfast, your guide will lead you across the Miage pastures and up through a forest to the Truc plateau. The trail descends to the village of Les Contamines, where you’ll follow the scenic path along the river. Passing the Church of Notre-Dame de la Gorge, the trail steadily climbs towards Refuge Nant Borrant. From here, you’ll ascend rocky slopes to Col du Bonhomme, then continue to Col de la Croix du Bonhomme, where you’ll stay the night at the nearby refuge.
18.5 km and 1500 m of elevation gain / 610 m of elevation loss
Refuge de la Croix du Bonhomme
Today, your guide will lead you down into the valley to Les Chapieux, passing lush meadows and farms known for Beaufort cheese. After a stop at Ville des Glaciers, the trail climbs towards Col de la Seigne, marking the border between France and Italy. From the top, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif. You will descend into the Aosta Valley and reach Cabane du Combal, where you’ll spend the night surrounded by dramatic glacier views.
23 km and 1040 m of elevation gain / 1500 m of elevation loss
Cabane du Combal
After breakfast, your path will take you past Lago di Vesses and up towards Lago Chécrouit, with stunning views of the surrounding peaks and lakes. After a break at Rifugio Maison Vieille, the trail descends steeply through the forest towards Courmayeur. Arriving in this charming Alpine town, you’ll have time to relax and enjoy local cafes before settling into your hotel for the night.
13.5 km and 495 m of elevation gain / 1250 m of elevation loss
Hotel Berthod
Leaving Courmayeur, your guide will lead you through pine forests, ascending to Rifugio Bertone with panoramic views of the Mont Blanc massif. The trail continues along the stunning high-altitude balcony path of Mont de la Saxe, offering spectacular vistas of Val Ferret. After a peaceful traverse, you’ll descend into the valley and finish the day with a gentle ascent to Rifugio Elena, where you’ll stay for the night.
19.5 km and 1395 m of elevation gain / 550 m of elevation loss
Rifugio Elena
After breakfast, your guide will lead you up towards Grand Col Ferret, the highest point of the day and your entrance into Switzerland. From the top, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks before descending into Swiss Val Ferret. Passing traditional dairy farms and meadows, you’ll continue to the charming settlement of Ferret, where you’ll spend the night at Gite la Lechere.
10.5 km and 490 m of elevation gain / 850 m of elevation loss
Gite la Lechere
Today is a gentler stage, with your guide leading you through the picturesque Swiss valley, passing through La Fouly and several traditional hamlets. The route offers a glimpse into rural Swiss life as you stroll along the valley floor. After a short ascent, you’ll arrive in Champex-Lac, a lakeside town perfect for a relaxing break. A brief will take you straight to Gite Bon Abri, where you’ll rest for the night.
18.9 km and 490 m of elevation gain / 740 m of elevation loss
Gite Bon Abri
Today, your guide will take you on the scenic Bovine route, starting with a steady ascent through forests and alpine meadows. After crossing streams and grazing pastures, you’ll reach the Bovine high point, where panoramic views of the Rhone Valley and Mont Blanc await. There is also an alternative, crossing Fenetre d’Arpette pass, technically the most difficult part of TMB, but with more scenic and wild views around. Either way, the descent will lead you through pastoral landscapes into the village of Trient, where you’ll stay at Auberge du Mont Blanc for the night.
14.9 km and 1210 m of elevation gain / 1380 m of elevation loss
Auberge du Mont Blanc
Marking your return to France, you will ascend to Col de Balme. At the top, you will get to enjoy breathtaking views over the Chamonix Valley. You will descend via the new TMB route through Col des Posettes and Aiguillette des Posettes, offering stunning vistas of Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks. You will follow your guide down into the forest, ending your day at Gite le Moulin in Montroc.
14.3 km and 1090 m of elevation gain / 1030 m of elevation loss
Gite le Moulin
Today, your guide will take you through the Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve, ascending through lush forests. You’ll tackle the famous ladder section, a thrilling climb aided by ladders and handrails. Reaching the Grand Balcon Sud, the trail offers sweeping views of the Mont Blanc massif. The day ends at Refuge La Flegere, where you’ll rest and celebrate the conclusion of your adventure.
7.7 km and 800 m of elevation gain / 270 m of elevation loss
Refuge La Flegere
Your final day on the Tour du Mont Blanc continues along the Grand Balcon Sud, offering staggering views of Mont Blanc. Your guide will lead you towards Le Brevent, where you can choose to hike or take the cable car to the peak, with its unrivaled views of Mont Blanc. From there, you will descend via a stony trail along the ridge to Refuge Bellachat for a refreshing stop. The descent to Les Houches will wind through grassy zigzags and forests, ending in the bustling village where you can celebrate completing the hike.
17.1 km and 690 m of elevation gain / 1565 m of elevation loss
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Description
The Tour du Mont Blanc is considered one of the most exciting and rewarding hikes in the world. Starting in Chamonix, France, it passes through Italy and Switzerland on its way around Western Europe’s highest peak.
It is surely one of the best trips you will ever take, taking you into the magical embrace of the Alps. Below towering peaks, across grassy cols, through epic valleys, and towards majestic lakes. Combine that with some authentic Alpine food, and you have a hike that should be on every outdoor enthusiast’s bucket list.
Even though many people decide to do Tour du Mont Blanc on their own or self-guided, you might want to have extra security and fewer worries by going with a guided tour.
Led by our UIMLA-certified guide, your trek in the region will be an experience to remember — you’ll get to enjoy the beauty of the area without having to worry about safety, route finding, or logistics, plus you’ll get plenty of added value from the extensive local knowledge of our guide.
One big advantage of being on a private guided trip is also its flexibility and customization — if the trail allows it, we can do it.
- We can design the most suitable route
- Adjust the number of days to fit your schedule and hiking pace
- Book the right mix of accommodations, upgrading them for more comfort and luxury
- Provide transfers between less interesting sections or if you need a rest
Depending on your wishes and preferences, we’ll advise you on the best options and plan your ultimate Tour du Mont Blanc hiking experience.
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Things to know
The weather in the mountains is very changeable. Even if it is +25°C in the valley, it much colder on the mountain passes, especially if cloudy and windy. That’s why you should take clothing in layers, along with with a windproof and waterproof jacket (could be two), and waterproof trousers (in case of rain). You should also have a separate set of clothes for chilling in the refuges.
Check out our full packing list here.
Even though the views on the Tour du Mont Blanc are scenic and wild, the trail itself never goes more than a day of hiking away from the nearest road or civilization. In case you decide to stop hiking, you can always get to the nearest village or town, and use public transportation to get to your desired destination. If that happens during the hike, we are also here to help you plan this.
Should there be an emergency situation on the trail, you will always have access to the local rescue services on the number 112. We provide more information on that in our self-guided handouts.
Although it’s not the only one hikers decide to take, it is the best. The main advantage of that is that you’ll always have the view of the Mont Blanc massif in front, and not behind your back. There will also be fewer steep downhills (saving your knees) than otherwise.
Yes, but it is not recommended if they are too young (younger than 10). Either way, they need to have some previous experience with mountain hiking and know what it takes to complete a full day on the trail.
You should do it as early as possible because the spots at the accommodations along the trail usually run out fast. That means the longer you wait, the fewer options there are.
Yes, public transportation is available in most of the valleys, which can shorten some flat sections of the hike. Additionally, there are some cable cars that can take you up the mountains, reducing the amount of ascending you do on some stages.
Yes, but only through the valley. That means that it will be waiting for you at your next accommodation on the valley floor, be it a hotel or a chalet. If you are staying a night in between in a mountain hut, you have to take enough with you in the backpack to make it an extra day.
Some parts of the trail are exposed to thunder, so hiking them in that kind of weather is heavily unadvised. Still, you can make up for that lost time by taking public transportation when possible.
Most of them do not, which is why you should always have enough cash to pay for anything extra than what is included in our tours. Only one hut needs to be paid on the spot, of which we inform you in advance. Do not worry about the hotels and other private accommodations though — they mostly accept them. Still, it is recommended you always have some extra cash with you in case something goes wrong.
You’re going to be traveling through three countries — Italy and France use Euros (EUR) while Switzerland has Swiss Francs (CHF).
Some of them offer showers, but there might not be any hot water. In most, you need to buy a token to get a minute of hot water (if it didn’t run out already).
No. All of the huts have blankets, bedding, and pillows, but it’s nice to bring your own silk or cotton sleeping liner.
We can arrange it in the hotels and other accommodations in villages and towns along the way. As for the mountain huts, a rare few have that option, but it is usually the first one that is sold out, so you need to be really early if you want us to get it.
There isn’t in most of them. Enjoy the opportunity of disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature. But if you really need it, you can try to get some signal outside or wait until coming back to the valley. There, you should have no problem getting to the internet.
Vegetarian meals are readily available in most accommodations. On the other hand, vegan options are harder to be found, especially in the huts. But if you tell us enough in advance, we’ll contact the huts for you and try to accommodate you to the best of our abilities.
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