Taste of Tour du Mont Blanc
Taste of Tour du Mont Blanc
Enjoy a mini version of the legendary Tour du Mont Blanc, marveling at the highest mountain range in Western Europe.
Number of days: 3
Av. daily hiking time: 5 hrs 45 mins
Av. daily hiking distance: 14km / 9mi
Av. daily elevation gain: 1,137m / 3,730ft
Tour details
Tour du Mont Blanc (known as TMB) is the most famous multi-day alps hiking journey in Europe. Mont Blanc (French), Monte Bianco (Italian), or “White Mountain”, is the highest mountain in the European Alps at an imposing 4,810m (15,781 ft). The ~160km / 100mi tour follows well maintained trails through France, Italy, and Switzerland as it leads hikers around the Mont Blanc massif.
The Taste of the Tour of Mont Blanc delivers all the experiences of the full TMB tour but within three days. You’ll walk along spectacular balcony trails overlooking Mont Blanc Massif and the Chamonix valley, pass by beautiful turquoise alpine lakes, and stand on the border between France and Switzerland on a high mountain pass.
Experience the best of the TMB in a condensed three day tour. Great for those who want to know if they have what it takes to complete a multi-day hike in the Alps or those with time constraints that can’t commit to the entire TMB.
Note: This tour requires a return gondola ride. Tickets can be purchased on the day at the ticket office (either top or bottom).
Tour highlights
Le Brevent: Refuge Bellachat is located nearby the Le Brevent mountain peak (2525m / 8284ft) and provides spectacular views of the Mont Blanc mountain range and glaciers.
Lac Blanc: Sitting at 2352m / 7717ft it is known as one of the most picturesque alpine lakes in the region. Bring a picnic or sit on the mountain hut patio and enjoy the views.
Grand Balcon Sud: This balcony trail runs above the Chamonix valley, providing hikers views of the entire North West facing side of the Mont Blanc massif.
Col de Balme: This high mountain pass sits at 2195m / 7201ft and is located on the border between France and Switzerland, separating the Chamonix Valley and Trient Valley.
Base camp details
This tour uses Chamonix as its base camp. The trail is continuous but returns to the valley each night. We recommend you book the same accommodation in Chamonix or within the valley for the duration of the tour for ultimate convenience. Each day begins and ends within 30 minutes of Chamonix and is accessible by public transport. Full details of trailhead locations, transport schedules, and accommodation options are provided upon purchase.
