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TOUR OF MONT BLANC
Succumb to the beauty of the Alps during this trek in the Mont Blanc Back Country... Enjoy breath-taking views and live unforgettable moments!
Our team will do everything possible to accompany you during this trek of a lifetime and also to ensure your transportation throughout your stay.
What drives us here at 1786 is helping you live the stories you'd love to tell, our mountain guides will treat you with picnics composed of local specialties.
For us, it's like opening the door to our home!
Let us guide you and live an experience in Mont Blanc!
For an ideal experience for families or groups of friends from 2 to 15 people.
"Very authentic refuge, the view is splendid, we haven't walked yet, and we are already seduced by the magnificent landscapes" (Thierry, summer 2020)
When you arrive at the train station, we come and pick you up to take you to the heights of St Gervais!
At the end of the afternoon, your guide will give you a briefing of your trek.
You will then enjoy a dinner in an authentic refuge, facing the Mont Blanc.
From The Contamines to Chapieux
From The Contamines to Chapieux
7h10 walking - Accommodation: refuge - Meals included: morning, noon & evening - Transfer: 30 minutes.
"Laurence was a great guide, nothing to say we learned a lot with her and spent two great days in her company. We had never really hiked before and she was able to reassure us and give us some advice". (Malorie, summer 2020)
After breakfast at the refuge, you will meet with your driver & guide near the refuge who will take you to the start of the hike. That's it, you then start your trek from Notre Dame de la Gorge. Our guide accompanies you all day long to share her tips and advice as a mountain expert.
At the end of the afternoon, we will meet you at Les Chapieux with Quentin, our private driver, for a drive to your accommodation in the evening. Finally, you can regain strength with dinner and a night in a mountain hut.
Detailed itinerary:
Cross the torrent of the Bon Nant, up to the chalet-refuge of the Nant Borrant. Then, after crossing the Plan des Dames, reach the Col du Bonhomme (949 m) via a short but steep scree slope, where large snows stay late in the season. Cross the Nant des Lotharets and reach the Col de la Croix-du-Bonhomme (2,479 m), then continue on to the Col de la Croix-du-Bonhomme hut (2,433 m). Go down through the mountain pastures to reach the chalets de la Raja (1,796 m). Then continue the descent on the grassy path that leads to the village of Chapieux (1,549 m).
From Chapieux to Col Chécrouit
From Chapieux to Col Chécrouit
5h40 of walking - Accommodation: refuge - Meals included: morning, noon & evening
"Impressive scenery, good, quite long and very beautiful hiking." (Brice, summer 2020)
In the early morning, enjoy a nice breakfast at the refuge before leaving for the day's hike!
After your hike, dinner is served in an Italian refuge, where you also spend the night.
Detailed itinerary:
Start your ascent to reach the Seigne pass (2,516 m). Then walk through the wide valley of the Lée-Blanche where you will have the chance to see many marmot colonies. By a path first downhill then flat, finally reach the lower Alpe de la Lée-Blanche (2 035 m) where you will see this time ruined sheepfolds and old barracks. Continue to reach the water reservoir of the lake of Combal (1,975 m) and continue your ascent to the chalet of the upper Arp-Vieille (2,303 m). Then reach Lake Chécrouit (2,165 m), then its pass (1,956 m) where your accommodation is located.
From Col Chécrouit to Courmayeur
From Col Chécrouit to Courmayeur
2h00 downhill walk - Accommodation: hostel - Meals included: morning, noon & evening - Transfer: 10 minutes.
You are expected early in the morning for breakfast at the refuge before leaving for a short hike.
After a good pizza, take advantage of your afternoon to relax at the inn's spa.
After a day rich in idleness, enjoy a night in a warm and authentic inn.
Detailed itinerary :
From your hut, take the trail going down to the hamlet of Praz-Neyron (1,807 m). From there, walk north around the buildings of the Plan Chécrouit ski resort (1,701 m) and then, through numerous bends, you will reach the picturesque village of Dolone (1,210 m). By road, cross the Dora Baltea, go up towards the cemetery and reach the center of Courmayeur (1,226 m). You then meet up with your driver at 11:30 am for a transfer from the arrival of the trek in Courmayeur to the hostel, which also has a relaxation area with swimming pool and treatments accessible from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Check-in at the hostel is scheduled at 15:00 and at 19:30, recharge your batteries with a dinner at the hotel restaurant. An "à la carte" menu including 3 tasty dishes will be offered to you.
Courmayeur
Courmayeur
Accommodation: hotel - Meals included: morning, noon & evening - Transfer: 20 minutes.
To start the day, gain some energy with a nice breakfast at your accommodation. Then, join your guide for an excursion to Courmayeur. She will undoubtedly share her local knowledge and anecdotes with you, and will accompany you all day long to guide you, always in a good mood!
On the program: a hike to the Lac d'Arpy and a local picnic.
Then, at 7:00 pm, you are expected in front of your hotel where a local driver will pick you up to take you to the restaurant. Enjoy a dinner of local specialties!
From Courmayeur to Champex
From Courmayeur to Champex
6h00 walk - Accommodation: hostel - Meals included: morning, noon & evening - Transfer: 1h00.
"The Val Ferret hike, one of the most beautiful places we have been during this trip according to me and that I enjoyed the most!" (Agnès, summer 2020)
After a nice breakfast at your accommodation, meet up with our guide from Chamonix, for a transfer to the start of the hike.
When you are ready: a little message, and your guide is there! She will take you to your accommodation so you don't have to worry about anything.
In the evening, have dinner and spend the night in a chalet, all in a warm and wooded setting.
Detailed itinerary :
After a descent to the hamlet of Lavachey (1,642 m), reach the Bonatti hut (2,025 m). Then join the buildings of the Alpe Inférieure de Malatra (Malatra-Desot; 2,054 m) to reach a crossroads of trails. After crossing a stream by a bridge, reach the poorly maintained cottages of Gioé-Desot (2,009 m). Enjoy a breathtaking view of the peaks and glaciers overlooking the Italian Val Ferret. Climb up to the Val de Bellecombe; then go down by laces to reach the Ferret valley at Arp-Nouva-Désot (Arnuva on the IGN map: 1,776 m). Cross the Doire du Val-Ferret and continue on to the wide flat area where the Elena hut (2,054 m) is located, at the Pré-de-Bar mountain pasture. Go up north to reach the Grand col Ferret (2,537 m). After going around the top of the vast combe Revers de la Peule, cross the meadows of La Chaudière mountain pasture. A steeper slope then leads you to the La Peule chalet (2,071 m). Continue and cross the Drance de Ferret, then after a short ascent, arrive at the foot of the Ars-Dessous chalets (1,800 m). Take the road on the left that leads to the village of Ferret (1,705 m).
From Champex to Trient
From Champex to Trient
6h00 walk - Lodging: hostel - Meals included: morning, noon & evening.
After a hearty breakfast at your accommodation, you will leave for the hike of the day.
In the evening, enjoy a dinner and a night in an inn, the comfort after the effort!
Detailed Itinerary :
Join Champex d'En Bas (1 359 m), and by a forest road with a gentle slope, go to the foot of the Clochers d'Arpette. Admire the view over the Rhone valley and the Combins. Then, continue your way to the chalets of the Bovine mountain pasture (1 975 m). Cross the Portalo pass (2,049 m), descend into the larch forest where combes open up the view of Martigny and the road to the La Forclaz pass, and reach the chalet de la Giète (1,884 m). Follow the path downhill to the La Forclaz pass (1,526 m). Continue to the village of Trient (1 281 m).
From Trient to Tré-le-Champ
From Trient to Tré-le-Champ
6h00 of walk - Accommodation: lodging - Meals included: morning, noon & evening - Transfer: 10 minutes
After an early start of the day with breakfast at the hotel, be ready for your departure for the day's hike!
At the end of the afternoon, meet up with your guide in Tré-le-Champ for a transfer to your accommodation.
She will take you for dinner at a restaurant where you will enjoy a sophisticated meal. Then enjoy a night in an old Savoyard farmhouse.
Detailed itinerary :
After reaching the hamlet of Peuty (1,326 m), cross the Nant Noir. Continue your ascent and take a winding path to reach the place called Tsanton des Aroles, which leads to the mountain pastures before reaching the sheepfolds of Les Herbagères (2,036 m). By a mule track, continue the ascent and, after a few bends, reach the wide Balme pass (2 191 m). Pass under the Mont Béchat, then go down along a ski lift line in the South-West to reach the Col des Posettes (1,997 m). Find the path that joins the GRP Tour du Pays du Mont-Blanc, follow it South-South-West and find the GR at the crossroads of the tête-aux-Vents. Follow the D 1506 to the left to the hamlet of Tré-le-Champ (1 417 m).
From Tré-le-Champ to Chamonix
From Tré-le-Champ to Chamonix
6h00 walk - Accommodation: chalet - Meals included: morning & noon - Transfer: 55 minutes
"The chalet where we stayed was incredible and had a lot of charm!" (Angèle, summer 2020)
Get up early to have breakfast at the gîte. Then join your guide and let yourself be driven to the start of the day's hike, in complete tranquility.
You then have an appointment in the afternoon with your guide at the bottom of the cable car of La Flégère for an aperitif, before returning to your accommodation.
Then enjoy a dinner in the center of Chamonix, your driver will take care of the transport.
Spend the night in a private mountain style chalet.
Detailed itinerary :
After passing the Aiguillette d'Argentière (climbing school), climb a wide chimney and a succession of twists, then continue the ascent to the Tête-aux-Vents crossroads (2,132 m). Pass a cairn, continue the ascent, overlooking the Chéserys lakes and reach the Lac Blanc (2,352 m), then the Chéserys chalet (1,998 m). Then continue your way to the chalet de La Flégère (1 877 m).
Chamonix
Chamonix
Lodging: cottage - Meals included: lunch & dinner.
"Discovering Chamonix and its surrondings simply makes you want to stay in these beautiful mountains and go hiking again!" (Maxime, summer 2020)
Meet your guide at the reception desk of your accommodation at 8am and discover the Aiguille du Midi!
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, your guide will take care of your transportation.
A cocktail awaits you at your chalet, to end the day in style!
For more information about the excursion to the Aiguille du Midi :
https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US/experience/mythical-aiguille-du-midi-half-day
"Thank you for Oliver and Sarah's patience and enthusiasm. Both of them were great. Oliver is always there, no matter what time of day. A faultless one!" (Marie-Christine, summer 2020)
At the end of your stay, we take care of your transfer to your departure station.
Chamonix, a destination suitable for everyone, no matter what your area of expertise is! In addition to the traditional winter and summer sports, there are also unusual activities, places to relax and monuments that you can discover.
Mountain Biking facing the Mont Blanc
- Experience Mont Blanc offers an electrically-assisted mountain bike excursion in the Mont Blanc area. Discover breathtaking panoramas and majestic summits with an experienced and passionate guide.
- Duration: from 3 to 8 hours depending on the activity
- For more information:
Aiguille du Midi and Montenvers adventure day
- A day to explore the must-see attractions of Chamonix: the Aiguille du Midi and its panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the little red Montenvers train as well as the famous Mer de Glace
- Duration : 8 hours
- For more information: https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US/experience/aiguille-du-midi-and-montenvers-adventure-day
Mythical Aiguille du Midi - Half day
- Panoramic views of Mont Blanc! With our private and intuitive mountain guide, discover one of the highest peaks in Chamonix and the Alps: the Aiguille du Midi and its legendary cable car
- Duration : 3 hours
- For more information: https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US/experience/mythical-aiguille-du-midi-half-day
Lavaux vineyards, UNESCO World heritage, from Chamonix
- Exclusive visit of the Lavaux wine region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Private wine tasting at the estate, with extraordinary wines and a panoramic view over Lake Geneva and the summits of the Alps.
- Duration: 8 hours
- For more information: https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US/experience/lavaux-vineyards-unesco-world-heritage-from-chamonix
Climbing Experience in Chamonix
- Discover the different sensations that climbing offers in complete safety. Discover the Chamonix valley and its surroundings in a different way
- Duration: 3 hours
- For more information: https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US/experience/climbing-experience-in-chamonix-day-trip
Enigmatorium Mont Blanc : Treasure Hunt in Chamonix
- A treasure hunt in the streets of Chamonix, with an underlying theme around the majestic Mont Blanc and the history of the first successful climb in 1786…
- Duration : 3 hours
- For more information: https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US/experience/enigmatorium-mont-blanc-treasure-hunt-in-chamonix
Details of your trip
Your places of accommodation
We choose quality mountain accommodations suchs as huts, inns and hotels that are on or close to the trail for comfortable nights throughout your stay.
Included
- 10 nights in accommodations ranging from mountain huts to the 5* Hotel, with breakfast
- Lunches (except Day 1)
- Dinners (except Day 9 & Day 11)
- Our guide accompanies you on Day 2 to help you adapt andbetter understand the terrain and the trails.
- Our guide will also accompanie you on Day 5 to share with you all of her expertise and tips.
- Our guide will take you to the top Aiguille du Midi on Day 10 for a day full of discovery.
- The cable car
- Our driver, will transport your luggage throughout your stay.
- Our driver will also take care of your transportation throughtout your stay
- Helicopter flight
- Our entire team in the field, on the trails or in the office will assist you throughout the entire process.
- The organization and coordination of all providers during your stay
- A personalized travel journal to guide will be given at the beginning your stay and a conversation Whatsapp will be started so you are always connected to someone.
Not included
- Personal expenses
Terms of payment
Your registration is validated upon receipt of the 1st payment. You are asked to pay 30% of the total amount when you register, and the remaining balance at the latest one month before departure. If the registration is made less than one month before departure, then the total amount will be requested.
Cancellation conditions
Cancellation fees will be charged as follows:
- upon validation and more than 30 days before departure : 60 € per person
- from 30 to 22 days of departure = 25% of the total price (min. 60 €)
- from 21 to 8 days of departure = 50% of the total price (min. 60 €)
- from 7 to 3 days of departure = 75% of the total price (min. 60 €)
- less than 3 days before and after the departure date = 100% of the total price.
OUR SERVICES AS AN ALPS MONT BLANC SPECIALIST
Options
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Transfers - As soon as you arrive in the Alps, we take care of your transfer from the airport or train station to your place of stay. Whether you arrive in Geneva, Lyon or Turin, our drivers will be there to welcome you with their biggest smile and drive you safely to your destination.
For more information: https://transfer-mont-blanc.com/
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Activities - For unusual activities that are off-the-beaten-track in the Alps Mont Blanc, from one hour to one day, live experiences and discover unique places during your stay in the mountains: private guided tours, helicopter flights, cooking classes, private wine tastings, paragliding, almost anything under the sun …
For more information: https://experience-mont-blanc.com/en_US
Additional information
This program is subject to change depending on weather conditions and the availability of our providers.
The feasibility of this program is subject to availability.
This program is customizable, according to each of your desires.