TOUR DU MONT BLANC – Switzerland France Italy
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a romantic and blissful multi-day tour of Mont Blanc, starting from the charming city of Geneva. This tour offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation, with ample time to explore the local attractions, savor Swiss delicacies, and marvel at the natural beauty of the region. The tour includes a thrilling hiking adventure across Mont Blanc, where you'll traverse through France, Switzerland, and Italy, witnessing breathtaking views of glaciers, alpine meadows, and glacial moraines. The tour also includes comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, and transportation for a hassle-free travel experience. Whether you're a nature lover, a foodie, or a history buff, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
2-night hotel stay in Geneva Switzerland (Double occupancy - shared by 2pax)
6 Nights Gîte, lodge, refuge, or hotel, depending on the location (shared by 2pax)
8 Breakfast, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Experienced mountain guide
Geneva – self-guided day tour & transportation
Luggage transfer by mule/van (max 1 soft bag weighing no more than 7 KG / 15 LB)
Shuttle transfer to and from the trailhead
Map
Attractions
Castello Reale di Sarre
Gorges du Chauderon
Lakeshore Park
St Pierre Cathedral
Porta Pretoria
Gorges du Dailley
Bisse du Torrent Neuf
Palace of Nations
United Nations Office at Geneva
Barton Park
Les Bains de Lavey
Grande Dixence dam
The Geneva Water Fountain
La Passerelle à FarinetDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Geneva
- Geneva - Arrival day
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- Lakeshore Park
- St Pierre Cathedral
- Palace of Nations
- United Nations Office at Geneva
- Barton Park
- The Geneva Water Fountain
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Welcome to Geneva, the starting point of our tour. Today, you have the day to yourself to explore this charming city. Visit the iconic Jet d’Eau fountain, marvel at the monumental Broken Chair, and take a stroll through Old Town Geneva. Don't miss out on Lake Geneva, the Cathedrale, and the Palace of Nations. Indulge in some local Swiss chocolate and cheese to round off your day. Overnight stay will be at a hotel in Geneva (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Hiking Adventure Begins
- Geneva
- Les Chosalets
- Martigny
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- Les Bains de Lavey
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After breakfast, we'll board a shuttle to Le Tour, where our hiking adventure begins. We'll leave the village of Montrose and France behind, climbing up Col de Balme to enjoy stunning views of Mont Blanc, the Aiguille Verte, the Aiguille du Dru, and the Aiguilles de Chamonix. We'll then descend through a forest towards the village of Trient. Meals and accommodation will be provided.
Day 3 – Day 3: Hiking through Bovine and Fenêtre d’Arpette
- Martigny
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- Gorges du Chauderon
- Tobogganing Park
- La Passerelle à Farinet
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Today, we have two options depending on the weather conditions. We can either hike through Bovine and the alpine meadow, following a trail in balcony on the Swiss Rhône Valley, or take the more challenging route through Fenêtre d’Arpette, offering an extraordinary view over Trient glacier. We'll then take a quick taxi transfer to discover La Fouly hamlet, where we'll spend the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Entering Italy
Day 4: Entering Italy
- Bisse du Torrent Neuf
- Grande Dixence dam
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Today, we'll leave Switzerland behind and enter Italy, passing through Grand Col Ferret. We'll enjoy a spectacular view of Pré de Bar glacier as we make our way to the lodge. Meals and accommodation will be provided.
Day 5 – Day 5: Facing the Heart of Mont-Blanc Range
Day 5: Facing the Heart of Mont-Blanc Range
Get ready for a spectacular day facing the heart of the Mont-Blanc range on a panoramic trail. The breathtaking views will surely leave you mesmerized. Meals and accommodation will be provided.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Courmayeur and Veny Valley
- Courmayeur
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- Porta Pretoria
- Crevacol
- Lago Verney
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We'll descend to the town of Courmayeur before walking up to Plan Chécrouit to enter Veny Valley. The Mont-Blanc can’t be closer!! Glaciers, glacial moraines, and lakes are on the menu today. Meals and accommodation will be provided.
Day 7 – Day 7: Back to France and Geneva
- Courmayeur
- Geneva
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- Pavillon du Mont Fréty
- Castello Reale di Sarre
- ARP Viewing Platform
- Castle Sarriod de La Tour
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We'll climb to Col de la Seigne, sitting in the shadows of the limestone pyramids and Estelette glacier, through which we head back into France. We'll descend through mountain pastures with a stop to Ville des Glaciers where we'll sample the famous Beaufort, one of the best French cheeses. We'll then take a shuttle back to Geneva, where we'll spend the night.
Day 8 – Day 8: Discovering Beaufortin and Back to Geneva
- Geneva
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- Gorges du Dailley
- Fondation Pierre Gianadda
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Our trail today leads us to discover Beaufortin, the Tyrol of the French Alps. We'll ascend to Col du Bonhomme and then down through the Contamines nature reserve on to the ancient Roman road. We'll drive back to Geneva in the evening. You can either relax at the hotel or explore the nightlife in Geneva.
Day 9 – Day 9: Farewell
- Geneva - Departure day
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It's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers and the guide as the tour ends today with a breakfast at the hotel. We hope that you have captured the best moments on camera and packed in a host of travel memories to carry back home with you.
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