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The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is much more than a hike; it is a true odyssey through the heart of the Alpine massif, a legendary route encircling the highest peak in Western Europe. Walking this trail means crossing three countries — France, Italy and Switzerland — and immersing yourself each day in distinctive mountain landscapes and cultures. At Grand Angle, specialists in trekking in the Alps since 1983, we guide you along this exceptional route, one of Europe’s most iconic Alpine itineraries, whether you choose the comfort of a group trek or the independence of a self-guided walking holiday.
The adventure begins in Haute-Savoie, where the climb to the Col de Balme opens the way into Switzerland and offers spectacular views of the Tour and Argentière glaciers. The next day, the route is adapted to your group: a balcony trail through the Alpine pastures of Bovine or a more mountainous route via the famous Fenêtre d’Arpette. Crossing into Italy via the Grand Col Ferret immerses you in the unique atmosphere of Val Ferret, with the legendary rock faces of the Grandes Jorasses as your backdrop. The return to France takes you over the Col de la Seigne, through the landscapes of Savoie, before completing this unforgettable journey overlooking the Bionnassay glacier. Each stage brings new discoveries, punctuated by crossings of the TMB’s iconic Alpine passes and possible encounters with elusive wildlife, from curious marmots to majestic ibex.
Because every walker has their own preferences, Grand Angle offers several ways to experience this adventure. Our 7-day guided trip is a well-balanced classic, while our complete TMB in 9 days allows for a more immersive experience. For those who prefer to walk at their own pace, the 7-day self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc offers complete flexibility, with a 11-day version also available for those who want time to savour every panorama. And if you would like to experience the TMB at a more approachable pace, discover our easy walking holiday in the spirit of the Tour du Mont Blanc, an excellent option for a first taste of the route or a family holiday in the Alps. See also our tips for completing the TMB as a beginner.
Considering when to walk the Tour du Mont Blanc is essential. The ideal period runs from late June to mid-September, offering optimal conditions for enjoying flower-lined trails and sunny days. Whether you choose to set off in spring or in September for the autumn colours, our experienced walking guides keep you safe and share their knowledge of the terrain. With Grand Angle, you can set off with peace of mind: we take care of the logistics, luggage transfers and bookings for quality accommodation, so you can focus on what matters most: walking and taking in the scenery. Discover all our options for walking in the Mont Blanc massif and find the trek that suits you.
Meet on Sunday at 10:00 outside Montroc-le-Planet SNCF railway station.
We will begin our ascent along the Balcon des Posettes to the Col de Balme (2200m), on the French-Swiss border. From there, we will enjoy sweeping views of the Argentière and Tour glaciers and the northern part of the Mont Blanc massif. We will then descend through Swiss alpine pastures to the village of Trient.
Depending on the conditions and the group’s fitness, we will either cross the Bovine alpine pastures along a balcony trail offering spectacular views of the Rhône Valley, or climb alongside the Trient Glacier to reach the legendary Fenêtre d’Arpette, a more alpine route at an altitude of 2700 metres.
We will descend to the village of Champex, then take a bus to the village of La Fouly. From there, we will climb to the Col Ferret (2537m), on the Italian border, and may have the chance to meet the herders at the La Peule alpine pasture. We will continue our descent into the Italian Val Ferret, at the foot of the Pré de Bar Glacier and Mont Dolent, where France, Switzerland and Italy meet. We will spend the night in a mountain hut facing the glacier.
We will climb to the Bonatti mountain hut, then follow a balcony trail to Mont de la Saxe, with sweeping views of Mont Blanc, Mont Dolent, the Aiguille du Triolet and the Grandes Jorasses. We will then descend to Courmayeur, followed by a short transfer to our lodge perched high above Courmayeur.
We will pass the glacial lake of Miage and cross the Col de la Seigne, which marks the border between France and Italy. It will also be possible to make a detour along the Grand Balcon Sud of Mont Blanc, via the Col Chécroui and Mont Fortin, offering spectacular views of mountain silhouettes reminiscent of the Himalayas. We will spend the night in a mountain hut.
We will meet the Beaufortain’s alpine pasture farmers before walking past mountain streams and waterfalls to the Col des Fours (2665m), the highest point of the trek. We will then descend to Notre-Dame de la Gorge via the Col du Bonhomme (2300m), a historic pass once used by travelling pedlars, and then follow the old Roman road through the valley. A short transfer will take us to our accommodation in Les Contamines-Montjoie.
We will climb to the Bionnassay Glacier via either the village of Champel or the Col du Tricot (2120m). This route offers unmissable panoramic views of the Chamonix valley, the Dômes de Miage and Mont Blanc. We will then descend towards the village of Les Houches.
The trek ends on Saturday at 16:00 at the base of the Prarion gondola in Les Houches
We may need to change the itinerary shown, either for logistical reasons (accommodation capacity issues, splitting groups, changes in terrain conditions, rockfalls, damaged trails, etc.) or at the guide’s discretion (weather, the group’s ability, etc.). These changes are always made in your best interests, for your safety and greater comfort!
This trip is primarily intended for a French-speaking group, but you're welcome to join if you're comfortable in that environment.
Low-season comfort option supplement (for a group booking of 2 people): + 130 € / person
High-season comfort option supplement (for a group booking of 2 people): + 135 € / person
Please note that departures on 31/05, 14/06, 21/06, 26/07, 02/08 are only available with the classic option, as the comfort option is fully booked.
Please note that departures on 28/06 are only available with the comfort option, as the classic option is fully booked.
Camille Arpin
Assistant Product Manager France
Cassandre Dufour
Travel expert in France, Switzerland and Italy.
Intermediate. From 5 to 7 hours of walking and/or 650 to 1300m of ascent and 750 to 1500m of descent per day. Few technical sections, with a mix of tracks and trails. Suitable for motivated children who are strong walkers, aged 12 and over (accompanied by their parents). You should be able to comfortably walk 15km on flat terrain in no more than 3 hours.
The Tour du Mont Blanc is a long-distance mountain hiking route suitable for anyone in good general physical condition. Although it presents no particular technical difficulties (no steep, exposed sections, well-marked trails, etc.), it remains a physically demanding hike, requiring you to manage almost 1000metres of ascent each day for a full week.
Recommended preparation: regular endurance exercise (walking, jogging, cycling, etc.), with 3 to 4 hours of exercise per week.
No main luggage to carry: you carry only a small daypack with your belongings for the day and your picnic lunch. Your luggage will be waiting for you every evening at the end of the day’s hike. Luggage transfers are provided by vehicle. A support vehicle transports your luggage from one overnight stop to the next. Your spare clothes and other belongings must be packed in 1 soft-sided bag weighing no more than 10 kg!
6 to 14 people.
7 days, 6 nights, 7 days of walking.
Trips run from Sunday to Saturday. Departures from late May to late September.
Guiding
Led by a French mountain walking guide with a state-recognised qualification.
All accommodation has hot showers (included in the price).
Classic option: 6 nights in dormitories in walkers' lodges and mountain huts
Comfort option (available for group bookings of at least 2 people; see the options and supplements section):
Accommodation in double rooms (one double bed) or twin rooms (2 single beds)
5 nights in walkers' lodges or small hotels, in rooms for 2 people (bathroom on the landing)
1 night in a mountain hut, in a room for 4 people (bathroom on the landing)
Full board: picnic lunch, with hot breakfasts and dinners.
Please tell us about any food allergies or special dietary requirements when booking; we will do our best to adapt your meals.
Meeting point / End of trip
On day 1 at 10:00 outside Montroc-le-Planet SNCF railway station (74).
On day 7 at around 16:00 at the base of the Prarion gondola lift in Les Houches (74).
Around two weeks before departure, you will receive joining instructions specifying the meeting time and place, your guide’s name and contact details, and the address of your first accommodation.
You could stay, for example, at:
Hôtel du Bois in Les Houches, tel. +33(0)450545035
Chalet Alpin, Le Tour village, tel. +33(0)450540416
Geneva Airport (GVA)
1 hour by car to reach Chamonix (also accessible by train, but not very convenient)
Numerous buses and minibuses run several times a day (25 € to 35€ per journey)
Lyon Airport (LYS)
2 hours 15 minutes to reach Chamonix by car
Train to Chamonix every 2 hours / 4 hours 15 minutes' journey time (40 € to 45 € return)
Paris Airport (PAR)
7 hours to reach Chamonix by car
Train to Chamonix every 2 hours / 5 to 6 hours' journey time (80 € to 120 € return)
Montroc-Le Planet station for the outward journey and Les Houches for the return journey.
Check train times on the SNCF website.
Outward journey: on Saturday, the day before the trip, depart from Paris-Gare de Lyon at 12:18 (or 14:18), arriving in Chamonix at 19:50 (20:50): oui.sncf or sbb.ch/fr. Buses and trains then serve the entire Chamonix valley. Regular hourly services between Les Houches / Chamonix / Montroc-le-Planet: montblancbus.transdev.com/ligne/les-horaires-de-chamonix-bus/
Return journey: the following day, depart from Les Houches at 14:20 (or 15:20), arriving at Paris-Gare de Lyon at 19:42 (or 21:22). The times given are for guidance only and must be checked with SNCF.
The times given are for guidance only and must be checked with SNCF.
Take the A40 motorway to Chamonix, then follow the main road towards Argentière and Switzerland as far as the village of Montroc (1km beyond Argentière).
Check your route on the website.
There is a large car park at the meeting point in Montroc-le-Planet and in the village of Le Tour, 1km away. If you would like to leave your vehicle in a covered car park: Chamonix Park auto in Chamonix: 0450536571 (40 to 50€ per week). You can also leave your car in the free car park at the Prarion gondola in Les Houches (where the hike ends), and take a bus back to the meeting point in Montroc-le-Planet (3/4 of an hour’s journey). This will make your return at the end of the hike easier.
A number of our trips offer opportunities to swim, either along the day’s route or at the end of the day. It would be a shame not to make the most of them. However, we emphasise that you alone must judge whether it is appropriate to swim; you therefore swim at your own risk and take full responsibility for doing so.
Since 2012, Grand Angle has been a member of ATR, the leading association for more responsible tourism. We design our trips – on foot, by bike and on snow – to invite everyone to discover the world differently: with curiosity, respect and kindness.
With a seat on the board of directors since 2018, we actively help the sector develop more meaningful practices. In practical terms, we focus on:
We also share the values of the Traveller’s Ethical Charter, which encourages everyone to take simple steps to protect the places they visit and make meaningful connections with the people they meet.
Since 2025, Grand Angle has been recognised as a Travelife Partner, an international label that certifies our responsible environmental, ethical and sustainable management practices, both within our company and in our work with partners and the organisation of our trips.
This label, the second level of a demanding international certification scheme, recognises our practical efforts to support responsible tourism. We are actively working towards the next level, Travelife Certified, in line with our sustainable development policy
In this section, you will find links to products from our partner Alpinstore, a French online retailer specialising in outdoor equipment, based in Annecy.
For carrying your belongings
Find out how to pack your hiking backpack in our magazine.
For hiking
Please note: synthetic technical clothing performs very well. New merino wool clothing is also available; it performs very well, is comfortable to wear and has the advantage of resisting sweat odours! As a general rule, avoid cotton, which makes you cold when wet.
For your picnic lunch
For protection from sun and rain
After your day’s activity
Find these tips in our article #"What to take on a hike".
France, Italy and Switzerland.
Remember to bring your valid passport or national identity card, along with your European Health Insurance Card.
Chamonix Tourist Office
Tel: 0450530024
If you book a night at a hotel in the Chamonix Valley, you can ask your hotel for a guest card, which provides free public transport in the Chamonix Valley.
French and Italian.
There is a wealth of literature available, so feel free to browse through old books!
We highly recommend Éditions Guérin in Chamonix, which publishes beautiful hardback books about the mountains, with distinctive red covers.
IGN Top 25 - 3630 OT - Chamonix and Top 25 - 3531 ET - Saint-Gervais (1/25000).
Estimated carbon footprint per traveler, in kg CO₂ equivalent.
4,8 · 57 reviews
Leigh Ann 7/18/26 • Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 10-Day
— This was one of the best trips of my life!! Physically, the hiking was challenging, but doable, which was what my party was looking for. Every minute of the day, the views were SPECTACULAR!!! Literally breathtaking. Our guide took great care of us and we LOVED our 3 course meals every night in the different, fascinating cities. We also met so many fun and friendly people on the Tour. Loved it all❤️
Philippe 7/29/26
— Well, thanks to the guide
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— Reply from the team
Bruno 6/23/26
— I had a truly unique and wonderful experience—it was a complete success in every way. Thierry is a great guide, and the group was fantastic. The routes we took allowed us to see some amazing sights. It was an extraordinary experience, both physically and socially, that’s definitely worth having.
Barbara 7/6/26 • Tour du Mont Blanc - Guided 10-Day - Women Only Travel
— Wonderful experience with aid of our guide, challenging but do able
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— Reply from the team
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