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8-day Chamonix-based “Tour du Mont Blanc” trek in the Alps
Join Emma, a UIMLA-certified mountain leader, for an unforgettable 8-day version of the Tour du Mont Blanc, based out of Chamonix in the stunning scenery of the Alps.
Highlights
Enjoy the stunningly beautiful scenery around Mont Blanc.
Get the chance to hike in three different countries in one week.
Experience various different walks in this stunning locale.
Description
While it is known mostly for its skiing and mountaineering, Mont Blanc is also the perfect spot for a hiking adventure!
Based out of Chamonix, we will spend a week exploring some of the beautiful scenery in this intoxicating place.
After getting the chance to explore the hamlet upon your arrival, we will get cracking on the adventure the very next day.
We warm up with a hike up Aiguillette des Posettes, enjoying stunning views of Mont Blanc and exploring several mountain villages along the way.
As the week progresses, we will head out of our base in Chamonix to climb various mountains and ridges, enjoying the area’s stunning scenery.
Among the highlights of the trip will be crossing a spectacular suspension bridge at the foot of the Bionnassay glacier; climbing up to the summit of Tête de la Tronche and enjoying a different perspective on the Alps; exploring Courmayeur; hiking up to the stunning Lac Blanc; and concluding the trip with an ascent of Aiguillette des Houches.
You will also have a free day with which with to explore Chamonix a bit more. Regardless of the day and what we do, the action is non-stop and the scenery is always simply stunning.
By the time the trip is over, you will already be thinking about how to get back here.
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this incredible 8-day hiking tour around Mont Blanc!
If you like the look of this trip then I think you will also enjoy my 15-day Corsica GR20 trek!
More info Please be sure to bring the following on this trip: Rucksack – approx. 30-40L Kit bag or suitcase (will be transported) Hiking boots Waterproof jacket and trousers Socks Underwear Trekking trousers Shorts T-shirts Mid layer Warm jacket Warm hat Gloves Sun Hat Sunglasses Suncream (small bottle ) Lip balm (with sun screen) Water bottles / camelback Walking poles Sheet sleeping bag Travel towel Toiletries Head torch Plastic bags / dry sacks to keep essentials dry. Passport Cash and Credit card Basic first aid kit |
Meeting point Chamonix, France |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Chamonix
On this day you will arrive in Chamonix and we will meet at your accommodation to discuss our plan for the week. If you arrive early, spend some time exploring the lovely little city.
Day 2: Aiguillette des Posettes
After taking the train to the far end of the Chamonix valley, we will hike up to a ridge line with great views out over Mont Blanc.
We then follow this ridge on to the summit of Aiguillette des Posettes (2,201 m).
From here, we will take a different route back down, hiking through the Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve.
Distance: 10.2 km
Ascent: 930 m
Descent: 930 m
Day 3: Les Houches to Les Contamines
We begin the day with a cable car journey on the Bellevue. From the top, we cross a spectacular suspension bridge at the foot of the Bionnassay glacier.
Depending on the weather, we will either cross the Col de Tricot or a lower route through several villages until we reach Les Contamines.
We transfer back to Chamonix by bus at the end of the day.
Distance: 15 km
Ascent: 837 m
Descent: 1,520 m
Day 4: Val Ferret and the Rifugio Bonatti
We begin our day with a 45 minute transfer to Arnouva in the Val Ferret.
Once we get there, we ascend to the top of the Val Ferret via a spectacular trail.
We can then either hike up over the Col Entre Deux Sauts and the Col du Sapin to reach the Tête de la Tronche summit, before descending down to Bertone via the Mont de la Saxe ridge.
Or, we can continue along the path we will have just climbed all the way around to Bertone.
From Bertone, we will hike down to Courmayeur.
Distance: 22 km
Ascent: 1,584 m
Descent: 1,140 m
Day 5: Rest day
Spend a free day in Chamonix.
Day 6: Lac Blanc Hike
We begin the day by taking the famous Mont Blanc express to Montroc. From here, we hike up to Lac Blanc, using a series of ladders and chains.
After exploring around the lake and seeing a bit of the natural area, we descend to the Flégère and take a cable car to Les Praz, before returning to Chamonix.
Distance: 9 km
Ascent: 1,000 m
Descent: 550 m
Day 7: Aiguillette des Houches
Depending on the weather, we will head up to the top of Aiguillette des Houches, enjoying stunning views out over Mont Blanc.
Day 8: Departure
Sadly, our trip ends after breakfast and we say goodbye.
About the guide
I'm a qualified International Mountain Leader (IML) and I have been leading expeditions for the last 15 years. I have led the Tour du Mont Blanc over 40 times, the Everest Base Camp trek 27 times, Kilimanjaro 10 times, and I have also led trips in Nepal, Peru, Cuba, India, Bhutan, Cambodia, Thailand, the Alps, the Pyrenees, Russia, Uzbekistan and Madagascar, amongst others.
I'm a passionate skier, in 2009 I made the first ski descent of Manaslu, the 8th highest mountain in the world (8156m).
Fluent in French, Russian and Spanish, I also work as an interpreter and love to chat.
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What people are saying about Emma Jack
Piyush Yawalkar
3.00
September 2019
Paul Connolly
5.00
March 2019
Emma was very easy to communicate with (once we we able e in the same time zone, of course!). Our guide Phil was fabulous. Thanks to all.
Jule Mansfield
5.00
January 2019
We booked 3 full days of private showshoeing in Chamonix. Emma Jack was very responsive to our inquiry during booking and our emails leading up to our trip. We were paired with a local guide, Sebastian, who was very knowledgeable about the Chamonix area and picked the perfect spots for us to snowshoe each day based on the weather and snowfall accumulation. I highly recommend booking your trip with Emma Jack and would use her again if we return.
Vijay and Rosheen
4.00
March 2018
Excellent start for us in snow shoeing with Phil our guide who kept things nice and easy - an enjoyable activity to redo.
Siti Aminah Othman
5.00
December 2017
We had fun on that day!! The sun was shining all the way the there’s a lot of snow ? my kids enjoy the trip. All of the arrangement up to the guide is very professional handled & we enjoy the company..and will definitely booked with explore share again..keep up the good work guys!! ?
Virginie Poulin
5.00
August 2015
Emma is a very nice and attentive guide. She is super healthy and energetic, always smiling. She has a great enthusiasm in general. Very knowledgeable about nature, she shares and teaches with care. Also, she always pays attention to each and any person, and especially adapts pace so that the hike remains a pleasant adventure and memory for all. Plus, she is very cautious of weather and mountain conditions, and has a lot of resources and ideas to adapt to the situation and hikers. In short, very nice and professional! You feel in good hands.
Virginie Poulin
5.00
August 2015
Emma is a very nice and attentive guide. She is super healthy and energetic, always smiling. She has a great enthusiasm in general. Very knowledgeable about nature, she shares and teaches with care. Also, she always pays attention to each and any person, and especially adapts pace so that the hike remains a pleasant adventure and memory for all. Plus, she is very cautious of weather and mountain conditions, and has a lot of resources and ideas to adapt to the situation and hikers. In short, very nice and professional! You feel in good hands.
Mariann
5.00
June 2015
Emma was a very sweet and knowledgeable guide. She was adaptive to the different personalities and skill level of our group. Easygoing, talkative, friendly and pleasant to be around! Couldn\'t be happier with our guide!
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