Luxury Self-Guided Tour du Mont Blanc

Arrive in Chamonix and check into the luxurious Hotel Hameau Albert 1er, known for its world-class spa and Michelin-star dining.

In the morning, you will take a private transfer from Chamonix to Les Houches, your official start of the trek.From Les Houches, you can take a cable car to the top of Bellevue or hike up the mountain. From there, you'll take a short walk to Col du Voza with stunning views of Bionnassay glacier, and soon cross the iconic Himalayan suspension bridge.From Col de Voza you will go down to Val Montjoie and then straight to the resort village of Les Contamines. Here you will find your accommodation for the night at La Chemenaz Chalet Hotel.For seasoned trekkers, a different path through the upscale accommodations near Refuge de Miage provides an enhanced visual feast of stunning alpine vistas.

From Les Contamines, you can walk along the river in the valley or take a shuttle bus to Notre Dame de la Gorge, admiring this cute chapel, before starting to head upwards.The ascent will take you up past the Refuge Nant Borrant (lunch stop), and then towards Col du Bonhomme. After that, descend down into the valley to Les Chapieux, where a steady climb starts. After going through the valley descend towards the beautiful hut, Refuge de Mottets.

Begin your day by leaving the cozy Refuge de Mottets and setting your sights on Courmayeur, a charming Italian town nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc.The trek to Courmayeur is a delightful blend of alpine meadows and forested trails, offering a different but equally stunning backdrop compared to the French side of the tour. As you cross the border into Italy, you'll notice the shift in architecture and culture, adding a fresh layer of excitement to your journey.Upon arrival, you'll check into Auberge de la Maison, a 5-star hotel that epitomizes Italian luxury. From its panoramic mountain views to its exquisite Italian cuisine, the hotel serves as a sanctuary of comfort and elegance, making it the perfect place to rest and rejuvenate after a day of trekking.

After the morning espresso, leave the town of Courmayeur for the mountains up above. When reaching Rifugio Bertone, we have two options. The classic TMB takes you on the north flank of the mountains with great views of the valley and the massif to the left.But if you go higher, reaching the mountain ridge, you’ll be hiking one of the most peaceful parts of Tour du Mont Blanc. Over Mont de la Saxe with views all around, it could be the hardest, but also the most beautiful day on the trail.

We have already been to Italy and France, and today, it’s time for Switzerland. We will ascend the Grand Col Ferret, where the landscape will start to look noticeably different. Following the trail on the right flank of La Dotse, you’ll slowly descend into Ferret Valley and towards the village of La Fouly. Here you will stay in the Hotel Edelweiss, an authentic mountain hotel.

Without any cols to traverse, this is the easiest stage on the Tour du Mont Blanc. It will take you slowly through the valley, past green meadows and Alpine villages. It ends at the Champex-Lac, a pretty lake town that looks like something straight out of the Canadian Rockies. Here, find your shelter for the night in the luxurious Hotel Au Club Alpin I, a premier accommodation in the area.

It’s time to get back to the mountains! You’ll leave the relaxing valley and ascend the Col de la Forclaz with great views of the Rhone Valley. There is also an alternative, crossing Fenetre d’Arpette, technically the most difficult part of TMB, but with more scenic and wild views around. Both trails at the end descend down to the Swiss village of Trient. You will check in at your hotel La Grande Ourse.

The first ascent of the day will be to Col du Balme, where the end comes into sight. From the refuge there, you’ll have some awesome views of the whole Chamonix Valley – the circuit is now almost complete. Continue on into France towards the Col des Posettes and the equally-named ridge that follows. Enjoy the great views of some of the most iconic parts of the massif on the left, while the descent takes you steeply down to Tré-le-Champ in the north of the valley. Your accommodation will be in Argentiere at the luxurious Les Grands Montets Hotel & Spa.

There are still some awesome sections left in store for the last two days. This day will lead you toward the iconic ladders, one of the more interesting parts of the Tour du Mont Blanc. You’ll soon enter the Aiguille Rouge National Park, where plenty of wildlife can be seen.Soon you’ll come to a junction where you can hike further up towards the lake of Lac Blanc, past Lacs des Chéserys and experience some of the most photographed views from this side of the Chamonix Valley.When you reach La Flagere, you can take the cable car down to Chamonix where you will find your well-known hotel, Hameau Albert 1er.

The last day is here! You will continue on the Balcon Sud until you reach Le Brévent. You have two options to get up to the peak — take it easy with a cable car ride or hike to the peak across some more technical ladder sections.Either way, amazing views of Mont Blanc await you at the top. Continue along the rocky trail to Refuge du Bellachat, where a long descent to the Chamonix Valley awaits you. You’ll finish in Les Houches, where you started, but a private transfer will take you to Chamonix to celebrate the successfully completed thru-hike.You will have your last night in Chamonix in the same hotel as the night before to celebrate your completed trek. Congratulations!

Leisure morning and depart from Chamonix. After days of breathtaking mountain vistas, challenging climbs, and serene alpine valleys, it’s time to say goodbye to the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc.