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5-Day France Tour du Mont Blanc Trekking Refuge Based Guided Tour
France
5 days
Difficulty:Moderate
Trip Type:Basic
Group size:12
5Highlights
Experience five days hiking the northern section of the Tour du Mont Blanc, crossing France, Italy, and Switzerland. This guided trek offers stunning alpine panoramas, traditional villages, and cozy mountain refuges and auberges. With daily hikes of 6–8 hours and challenging elevation gains, it’s ideal for those with a good fitness level and some trekking experience. Luggage transfers are included except on the first night, allowing you to hike with just a daypack. Explore iconic landscapes, such as the Grand Col Ferret and the lake of Champex, while savoring fresh mountain air.
Highlights:
- Hike through breathtaking alpine scenery across three countriesy.
- Experienced guide leads all stages.
- Stay in authentic refuges and Swiss auberges.
- Tackle rewarding daily ascents of up to 1,000m.
- Sample Swiss and French mountain hospitality.
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Itinerary
5-Day France Tour du Mont Blanc Trekking Refuge Based Guided Tour
DAY 1
Transfer to Refuge Bonatti
DAY 2
Cross Grand Col Ferret into Switzerland
DAY 3
Traverse Val Ferret to Champex
Accommodation
Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the trip.
Admission fees
Entry fees for museums, parks, historical sites, and other attractions included in the trip.
Luggage transfers
Cost for transferring your luggage.
Local guide
A knowledgeable guide to provide insights and information about the places visited.
Some meals
Selected meals provided as part of the tour package, which may include breakfast, lunch, or dinner on certain days, as specified in the itinerary.
What's not included
Alcoholic beverages
Costs for any alcoholic drinks consumed during the trip.
Flights
All the flight charges required for your adventure.
Gratuities
All the guide gratuities throughout your adventure.
Visas
Required Visa fees for your travel.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance from a trusted provider for your adventure.
Airport transfers
Transfers to the hotel on the day of arrival and to the airport on day of departure are included.
Day 1
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a refuge with shared bunk-bed accommodation and shared bathroom facilities at Bonatti.
Day 2
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a refuge with shared bunk-bed accommodation and shared bathroom facilities at La Fouly.
Day 3
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a refuge with shared bunk-bed accommodation and shared bathroom facilities at Champex
Day 4
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a refuge with shared bunk-bed accommodation and shared bathroom facilities at Trient.
Departure Dates
from $1255 /person
Private groups
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We provide essential resources like gear lists and training plans to ensure you're fully prepared for your adventure. Our goal is to equip you with everything you need to embark on your trip with confidence.
Local Guides
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