Day 1 Geneva Airport – Chamonix
Arrive in Geneva (recommended flight arrival no later than 12:00 noon). Our group transfer is scheduled at 13:00, followed by a drive to the birthplace of European outdoor sports — the Chamonix Valley. In the evening, you may rest at the hotel or explore the town to purchase hiking gear and prepare for the exciting trekking adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent (Chamonix or Les Houches)
Meals: At your own expenseDay 2 Chamonix – Lac Blanc – Argentière
At 08:00, we meet at the hotel. After a briefing by our French guide, we depart from the Flégère cable car station in Les Praz, Chamonix, officially starting our Tour du Mont Blanc trek. We take the Flégère gondola up toward Mont Blanc, reaching an altitude of 2,300 meters, then continue on foot to Lac Blanc. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of the northern side of the Mont Blanc massif, including the Mer de Glace and the Bossons Glacier.
On the descent, we pass through Col des Montets and the Aiguilles Rouges Visitor Center, then continue on to Montroc and the village of Le Tour.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent
Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Picnic lunchbox
Dinner: Hotel or local restaurant
Hiking duration: 5h30
Elevation gain/loss: +950 m / -450 mDay 3 Argentière – Trient
Following the Les Posettes trail, we ascend to Col de Balme (2,200 m), located on the border between France and Switzerland. During the hike, we enjoy stunning views of the Argentière Glacier, the Tour Glacier, and the Mont Blanc massif. After crossing Swiss alpine pastures, we reach the village of Trient, where the day’s trek concludes. We then transfer by vehicle to the surrounding area for our overnight stay.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent
Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Picnic lunchbox
Dinner: Hotel or local restaurant
Hiking duration: 5h00
Elevation gain/loss: +840 m / -930 mDay 4 Col Ferret – Italian Val Ferret
Continuing our trek, we climb to Col Ferret (2,537 m), the border between Switzerland and Italy, passing through the picturesque La Peule pastures. After crossing the col, we enter the Italian Val Ferret, walking beneath the dramatic foothills on the opposite side of Mont Blanc. Here, we face the terminal point of the Pré de Bar Glacier, offering an impressive close-up view of this majestic ice formation. After descending, we travel to Courmayeur, the endpoint of the day.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent
Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Picnic lunchbox
Dinner: Hotel or local restaurant
Hiking duration: 7h00
Elevation gain/loss: +950 m / -900 mDay 5 Val Ferret – Courmayeur
After climbing to the alpine chalet at Arminaz, we embark on a special traverse along Val Ferret. This exceptional route offers magnificent views of Mont Blanc, Mont Dolent, Aiguille Triolet, and the Grandes Jorasses. Overnight in Courmayeur, at the same accommodation as the previous night.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent
Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Picnic lunchbox
Dinner: Hotel or local restaurant
Hiking duration: 6h00 or 8h00
Elevation gain/loss:
- +600 m / -750 m, or
- +1,100 m / -1,250 m
Day 6 Courmayeur – Col de la Seigne – La Chapieux – Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Departing from the Courmayeur side, the trail gradually ascends to Col de la Seigne (approx. 2,516 m), the border between Italy and France. This is one of the classic high points of the Tour du Mont Blanc, offering sweeping views of the southern glaciers and peaks of the Mont Blanc massif.
We then traverse along the southern slopes of Mont Blanc, walking through wide valleys and alpine meadows while enjoying the vast and dramatic scenery of the southern ridgelines. After completing the day’s hike, we transfer by vehicle to Bourg-Saint-Maurice for the night.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent
Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Picnic lunchbox
Dinner: Hotel or local restaurant
Hiking duration: 6h00
Elevation gain/loss: +850 m / -650 m
Day 7 Beaufort Region – Les Contamines – Les Houches
In the morning, we depart Bourg-Saint-Maurice and drive back to La Chapieux. Hiking through alpine pastures, we pass streams and waterfalls before descending to the Notre-Dame de la Gorge chapel. The route continues via Col du Bonhomme (2,329 m), once an important trading passage, and follows the old Roman road down to the valley chapel.
After the hike, we proceed to Les Houches, reaching the official starting and finishing point of the Tour du Mont Blanc. A celebration awaits as we congratulate everyone on completing this remarkable trekking challenge.
Accommodation: Twin room in a hotel or equivalent
Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Picnic lunchbox
Dinner: Hotel dinner
Hiking duration: 6h00
Elevation gain/loss: +850 m / -1,500 m
Day 8 Chamonix Valley – Geneva
Leisure time in Chamonix. Optional activities include taking the cable car to the Aiguille du Midi, paragliding, or shopping in town. The group transfer to Geneva Airport is scheduled at 11:00, marking the end of the journey.
The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions or other force majeure factors. All arrangements are subject to final booking conditions.
2026 Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) Trekking - Highlight Tour Hotel Version
The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is universally regarded by hiking enthusiasts as a world-class trekking route. The Mont Blanc massif, with its highest peak at 4,810 meters, spans the borders of France, Switzerland, and Italy. The Alps, despite their lower altitudes compared to other major mountain ranges, are home to permanent glaciers and year-round snow, allowing trekkers to experience the beauty of snow-capped mountains, high-altitude hiking culture, and the diverse customs of European countries without the worry of altitude sickness.
- Route Difficulty: **
- Region: Mont Blanc massif in the Alps
- Time Period: June to October
- Accommodation: Specialty hotels/Refuges or Gites
- Service Start: Pickup from Geneva Airport
- Service End: Drop-off at Geneva Airport
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Reviews
之前走过稻城亚丁、雨崩，这次来阿尔卑斯感觉完全不一样，更轻松更有文化感，一路吃好睡好，走完不累，放松