France
Guided Tour du Mont Blanc in mountain huts
9 days from
1695 €
Guided groups
Mountaineering
lvl. 4
Multi-day hike
Réf : E533
Mountaineering: Mountaineering provides access to some of our planet’s greatest peaks. Choose from introduction courses to learn basic mountaineering techniques, climbs up serious committing routes, or adventures to summit prestigious peaks or lesser-known mountains.
Level 4: An average of 6 hours of hiking per day on and off trail, and/or 700 to 1000 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances of 15 to 18 kilometers. Sections at higher elevations. Learn basic mountaineering techniques.
Level 5: An average of 6 to 7 hours of hiking per day off trail or on rugged terrain, and/or more than 1000 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances up to 20 kilometers. Sections at higher elevations. Requires knowledge and experience with basic mountaineering techniques for F (“facile” or easy) level routes.
Level 6: An average of 7 to 8 hours of serious hiking per day off trail or on rugged terrain, and/or more than 1000 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances up to 20 kilometers. Sections at higher elevations. Requires knowledge and experience with mountaineering techniques for PD and AD (somewhat difficult or relatively difficult) level routes. Climb as an independent rope team or with a guide.
Level 7: An average of 8 hours of serious hiking per day off trail or on rugged terrain, and/or more than 1000 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances up to 20 kilometers. Sections at higher elevations. Requires considerable knowledge and experience with mountaineering techniques for AD and D (relatively difficult or difficult) level routes. Climb as an independent rope team or with a guide.
Level 8: An average of 8 hours of serious hiking per day at higher elevations off trail or on rugged terrain, and/or more than 1000 meters of vertical gain. Sections at higher elevations. Requires mastery and considerable experience using mountaineering techniques for AD and D (relatively difficult or difficult) level routes. Climb as an independent rope team or with a guide.
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Prices indicated are calculated based on a limited number of seats available or for a departure in over 2 months from today. Once all prereserved seats are filled, or for reservations with a departure in less than 2 months, we might have to acquire seats for a higher price (depending on availability at the moment the reservation is made), which might result in the application of a supplement that increases the closer we are to the departure date.
Our trip
Climb and traverse the Gran Paradiso Peak (4,061m/13,323ft)
One extra day to maximize your chances of reaching the summit.
Incredibly warm and friendly hospitality of Italian huts.
Meet and part ways in Chamonix valley.
Towering over Italy's Aosta Valley, the highest peak in Gran Paradiso National Park proudly rises to over 4000 meters elevation. Its glacier-covered flanks and high altitude make it a truly worthy climb among some of the most spectacular glaciers in the region. Enjoy ascending Gran Paradiso (4061m/13323ft) one of the Alps' easier 4000-meter peaks,
Reservation
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Itinerary
Mountaineering: Mountaineering provides access to some of our planet’s greatest peaks. Choose from introduction courses to learn basic mountaineering techniques, climbs up serious committing routes, or adventures to summit prestigious peaks or lesser-known mountains.
Luggage transfers : All your equipment and personal gears
Lodging : Mountain Hut
Guiding : IFMGA guides: 1 guide for 4 people
Group : From 2 to 4 participants. The departure will be confirmed from 2 participants (The date of departure is subject to change at any time, as specified in chapter 6.1 of our general terms and condition of sale).
Level 4: An average of 6 hours of hiking per day on and off trail, and/or 700 to 1000 meters of vertical gain, and/or distances of 15 to 18 kilometers. Sections at higher elevations. Learn basic mountaineering techniques.
Duration : 5 days
Luggage transfers : All your equipment and personal gears
Lodging : Mountain Hut
Guiding : IFMGA guides: 1 guide for 4 people
Group : From 2 to 4 participants. The departure will be confirmed from 2 participants (The date of departure is subject to change at any time, as specified in chapter 6.1 of our general terms and condition of sale).
Day by day
Day 1
Welcome in Chamonix valley !
Lodging : hotel.
Meals not included.
Arrive in Chamonix Valley at St Gervais les Bains le Fayet, a
very typical and historical town in the Alps. Settle into your
comfortable hotel (close to the train station) and relax before embarking on what will be a truly amazing adventure!
Day 2
Le Fayet - Pont - Victor Emmanuel II hut
Ascent : 800 m (2625 ft).
2,5 hrs of hiking.
Lodging : mountain hut. Included meals : breakfast, lunch, dinner. Transfer : 1,5 hrs.
Lodging : mountain hut. Included meals : breakfast, lunch, dinner. Transfer : 1,5 hrs.
Meet your guide at 10 am at the train station. After checking your equipement, transfer to Valsavarenche Valley, all the way to Pont, a small village at 1,960m/6,430ft elevation and the usual starting point for climbing Gran Paradiso Peak. The approach hike to the hut starts in the forest, where you are likely see wild alpine ibex from afar. Further up the trail, above the tree line, the area's high peaks come into view. The Victor-Emmanuel Hut, our base camp for two nights, is typical hut of the Aosta Valley. Enjoy the warm and friendly Italian hospitality as well as cup of "grolle," the legendary Aostan take on coffee. At the hut, your guide will go through the two-day program in detail, and take the time to explain the gear you will use as well as the basic safety and orientation techniques needed for the summer mountaineering.
Day 3
Col de Moncorvé - Victor Emmanuel hut
Ascent : 900 m (2953 ft). Descent : 900 m (2953 ft).
5 hrs of hiking.
Lodging : mountain hut. Included meals : breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Lodging : mountain hut. Included meals : breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Leave your heavy bagpack at the hut while you spend
the first day acclimatizing as by climbing col de Moncorvé (3,299m/10,823ft). The Moncorvé pass allows you to make a relatively easy loop and organize crampon exercises. At the pass, enjoy
the breathtaking view of Aosta Valley's highest peaks, including Gran Paradiso,
right nearby. Return to the hut.
Day 4
Gran Paradiso peak !
Ascent : 1350 m (4429 ft). Descent : 2100 m (6890 ft).
9 to 10 hrs of hiking.
Included meals : breakfast, lunch. Meals not included : dinner. Transfer : 1,5 hrs.
Included meals : breakfast, lunch. Meals not included : dinner. Transfer : 1,5 hrs.
Get up before dawn. Start the headlamp on your way to climb the summit of Gran Paradiso Peak (4,061m/13,323ft)! A line of headlamps will likely light the way up the peak's standard route, which ascends a relatively easy glacier with a few steeper sections. At one point, the route heads to the right around a series of seracs, as you make your way towards Becca di Moncorve, whose steep south face rises for several hundred meters above the talus. During the final part of the ascent, the short rocky ridgeline to the summit offers amazing views and exposure high above the east face. More than a few people have turned around when staring at the last few meters of climbing to reach the statue of the Virgin Mary on the summit proper.
While descending, at a location referred to as the "donkey's back," we will veer off the standard route towards Laveciau Glacier's striking seracs. This detour leads past the north face of Gran Paradiso Peak, beneath Piccolo ("little") Paradiso, and then towards the Chabod Hut (2,750m/9,022ft). From there, the descent continues to the bottom of Valsavarenche Valley. Transfer to Chamonix valley at Le Fayet.
Please take note:- For safety reasons, your guide may change the program due to weather conditions, as well as the level of fitness and experience of participants.
- Hiking times are approximate.
Day 5
Depart from Chamonix valley
Included meals : breakfast. Meals not included : lunch, dinner.
Enjoy your last breakfast before checking out. Take the time to explore surroundings before leaving.
The active times are given as an indication and may vary depending on several elements (eg. weather conditions, terrain, etc.). Transfer times may also vary depending on road and traffic conditions. If necessary (eg: weather conditions, decision of local authorities, etc.), we may also be required to adapt the program for the smooth running of your trip and in the interest of the participants.
Pricing
Pricing
The price includes / does not include
Price includes
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Professional IFMGA certified guides:
1 guide for 4 participants.
- Accommodations: 2 nights in twin room in hotel in St Gervais les Bains le Fayet, 2 nights in Victor Emmanuel mountain hut.
- Meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 pack-lunches, 2 dinners.
Price does not include
- Drinks, tips, and personal expenses.
- Insurance
for trip cancellation/interruption, lost/stolen baggage, or assistance.
- Everything
not described as "included".
During your trip
Our guides
Nicolas M.
Gaëtan A.
Pascal A.
Angelo M.
The guides shown here are part of our regular team. It is possible that your trip will be accompanied by others.
Our team
One IFMGA mountain guide for 4 people.
Transfers
Private transfer : Chamonix valley (Le Fayet) - Pont (Val d'Aoste) return trip
Lodging
2 nigths in Saint Gervais les Bains le Fayet in a 3-stars-Hotel, in a double or twin basis with
breakfast included. Single room are available only on request and
depending on avaibility at the time of the bookings. Please ask our
specialist for the extra cost.
2 nights at Victor Emmanuel mountain hut. Typical mountain hut with dormitories only and italian atmosphere.
2 nights at Victor Emmanuel mountain hut. Typical mountain hut with dormitories only and italian atmosphere.
Meals
Our goal is to
ensure that you eat well-balanced meals suited for the effort required each
day, and to lighten your pack load as much as possible.
- Dinners (hot meals, very filling) and breakfasts are prepared by Victor Emmanuel hut wardens.
- Lunches are pack-lunches either prepared by your guide or by the accommodation from Day 2 to Day 4.
- Dinners (hot meals, very filling) and breakfasts are prepared by Victor Emmanuel hut wardens.
- Lunches are pack-lunches either prepared by your guide or by the accommodation from Day 2 to Day 4.
Group composition
Small group up to 4 participants. The group will be made up of clients who may be of different nationalities.
Currencies
France and Italy are part of the Euro zone. You may find ATMs easily in the main cities and towns.Better to have cash in the most remote areas to purchase extras (ex.: for drinks). Huts do not always accept credit cards.
Access
Access
The best way to get to St Gervais les Bains le Fayet is Geneva international airport.
From Geneva, we can organise a transfer for you.
St Gervais is easily accessible by train or shuttle.
Required before leaving
Health
Some tips for staying healthy:Tap water is mostly good for drinking all other the Alps. Unless notified as not, you can consider it as drinkable. Even if they are recyclable we request you consider the waste impact of your bottles.
Your hands are perhaps your biggest enemy in terms of your health as they get very dirty during the day. Wash your hands before every meal or snack. People often think they get sick from the food, but it's far more likely they forgot to wash their hands!
During the trek, don't try to overpass your strength and walk too high, too quickly! Keep a regular pace and take time to enjoy the view while walking.
Listen to your guide and take their advice as they are trained to look after your safety.
If you have any special dietary requirements, please advise us when booking your trek so that we can cater for you. Note: sometimes not all dietary requirements are able to be met, but please inform us and we will certainly do our best!
Recommended vaccinationsPlease check to make sure that all your vaccinations are current: DPT, whooping cough, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B.
Dentist and general physician
We recommend a checkup with both before leaving on your trip.
Getting ready
Physical fitness level 4
To take full advantage of your trip, make sure that you stay in good shape by walking or hiking at least once per week (around 15km to 18km) on a trail with considerable vertical gain (350m/hr) or by participating in a moderately intense athletic activity to build endurance.Your first aid kit
For the medication and pain relievers listed below, we recommend that you check with your doctor beforehand, adding what you need based on personal requirements and the specificities of your trip.
- An analgesic.
- An anti-inflammatory (pills or gels).
- An anti-diarrheal tablets
- A
disinfectant, band aids (several sizes), mole skin, sterile compresses, medical
tape, Steri-Strips,
Gear list
Mountaineering equipment list:
- Mountain boots and pairs of warm mountain socks
- Gaiters
- Warm mountain trousers
- Waterproof over trousers
- Trekking trousers
- Shorts and T-shirts
- Thermal baselayers including one with long sleeves
- Fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Extra warm layer / down jacket
- Sunhat and warm hat
- Sunglasses (category 4) and ski goggles
- Thin gloves + warm gloves + mittens
- Climbing daypack - 30-40 litres
- Head torch
- Sun protection and lipstick
- Water bottle 2 litters
- Trekking poles
- Basic wash kit
- Sleeping bag liner
- First aid kit and own medicines
- Travel / duffle bag
- Washbag and toiletries
- Travel clothes
- Travel shoes
- Earplugs
Technical equipment
- Crampons (with anti-balling plates)
- Ice axe
- Helmet
- Mountaineering harness
We can lend you all these technical items on request
Note: keep in mind that the weight of your day pack shouldn't be over 10-12kg.
Safety
The Mont Blanc Experience promise
No region in the world is 100% safe and without danger.
Mont Blanc Experience keeps you informed and is fully transparent when it comes to the potential risks. We gather security risk information from multiple sources: in-house research, monitoring specialized websites, meetings with the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, "safety and security" trips in the field, constant contact with our regional specialists, local teams on the ground, and France's travel agency federation.
Nevertheless, it is important to keep in mind that we cannot make any decisions for you.
If there is a clear and elevated risk, we reserve the right to:
— Modify the itinerary for our tours.
— Place a tour or destination on hiatus for an extended period of time when we consider the level of risk to be too high.
Your safety and your enjoyment are our priority.