When to go
June – September
Price
From £2,279 pp (including flights)
Flight time
01hrs 26mins
Introduction
Put on your walking shoes and explore three different countries – France, Italy, and Switzerland – on this 15-day camping trek. With the help of an experienced tour guide, you’ll go on a series of engaging walking trails, visiting scenic vantage points, colossal glaciers, beautiful alpine meadows, and stunning mountain passes. Spacious and comfortable campsites will give you the time and space to relax and reenergize. And you’ll enjoy delicious 3-course meals each day.
At a Glance
Duration
15 days & 14 nights
Guide price
Group: £2,279pp (including flights)
Cities/Destinations (in order)
Les Bossons – Chamonix – Lac Blanc – Les Frasserands – Col de Balme – Trient – Col de la Forclaz – Champex – Val Ferret – La Fouly – Grand Col Ferret – Bonatti – Mont de la Saxe – Courmayeur – Val Veny – Col de la Seigne – La Ville des Glaciers – Les Chapieux – Col de la Croix du Bonhomme – Col du Bonhomme – Col de Tricot – Col de Voza – Chamonix Valley – Les Houches – Brévent – Plan Praz – Les Bossons
Tour Type
Experienced local tour manager and guided sightseeing
Tour Theme
Group Tour – Cmaping and Trekking
Activity Level
4 out of 7 - Moderate / Challenging
Age Range
16+
Star Rating of Tour
Superior
Accommodation
Camping Les Marmottes, Les Bossons – Camping near Trient – Camping Les Rocailles, Champex Lac – Camping les Glaciers, La Fouly – Camping Grandes Jorasses, Val Ferret – Camping Aiguille Noire, Val Veny – Camping in Chapieux – Camping le Pontet, Les Contamines – Camping Les Marmottes, Les Bossons
Board Basis
Varied - please see the sample itinerary for details
Min|Max Group Size
Minimum 5 people with a maximum of 14
Start/Finish
Les Bossons – Les Bossons
Extensions
Highlights
10 Days of Trekking, 3 Days of Rest
In this physically engaging trek, you will explore 3 different countries – France, Italy, and Switzerland. To ensure that you get the most out of your journey, you will have 10 days of walking and trekking, and 3 days of rest. This way, you will have the time and space to reenergize.
Incredible Views From Walks and Camps
The Mont Blanc Circuit is famous for its incredible scenery and panoramic views. You will enjoy pleasant sights from the comfort of your campsite, along with the different mountain passes, glacier sites, and walking trails you will visit. And despite being a primarily walking tour, you’ll have plenty of time to stop, admire the view, and take photos.
Comfortable and Fully-Equipped Camping Experience
There is nothing quite like camping it out in the depths of Mother Nature. During your Mont Blanc Circuit journey, you’ll stay in the wilderness surrounded by lush forests, gorgeous mountain passes, and hanging glaciers. Of course, you’ll be fully supported by modern camping equipment and plenty of supplies, ensuring that you are comfortable and enjoying an authentic camping experience.
Recommended Hotels
Camping Les Marmottes, Les Bossons | Camping near Trient | Camping Les Rocailles, Champex Lac | Camping les Glaciers, La Fouly | Camping Grandes Jorasses, Val Ferret | Camping Aiguille Noire, Val Veny | Camping in Chapieux | Camping le Pontet, Les Contamines | Camping Les Marmottes, Les Bossons
Sample Itinerary
Camping Excursion in Tour du Mont Blanc
Enjoy an authentic camping experience and walking tour through the Mont Blanc Circuit. In this 15-day sample itinerary, you will explore different parts of France, Italy, and Switzerland, and climb over six mountain passes. You’ll also sleep on comfortable and modern camping sites, with fully equipped sites to help you recharge and reenergize before each new trek.
Day 1: Geneva – Les Bossons, Near Chamonix
Arrive at Geneva airport and transfer to your campsite in Les Bossons, located out of Chamonix. Enjoy pleasant views from your campsite and get to know your fellow travelers. Participate in an introductory briefing in the evening.
Spend 2 nights at the Les Marmottes, Les Bossons Campsite.
(D)
Day 2: Grand Balcon Sud – Les Frasserands
Take a short bus journey from Les Bossons to Chamonix. Then walk to Les Praz and take a cable car to La Flégère. Go on a walking tour of the Grand Balcon trail, where you will reach the highest point at Lac Blanc. Then take a descent, followed by some twisty paths, to reach the hamlet of Les Frasserands. Then go on a scenic train ride back to camp.
Ascent: 1,640ft
Descent: 3,215ft
Duration: Approximately 8 hours of walking
(B, L, D)
Day 3: Col de Balme – Switzerland – Trient
Take a scenic train ride to Les Frasserands and climb to the Aiguillette de Posettes. Then descend, and ascend, to reach Col de Balme, and follow one of the many paths to cross the France to Switzerland border. Admire the stunning views of Aiguille d’Argentière and Aiguille du Tour. Enjoy lunch and descend to the hamlet of Trient.
Ascent: 3,200ft
Descent: 3,466ft
Duration: Approximately 7hr 30min of walking
Spend 1 night at Trient Campsite
(B, L, D)
Day 4: Col da le Forclaz – Champex
Climb to Col de Forclaz and proceed to Rhône Valley, followed by the small town of Martigny. Then follow the ‘Bovine Route,’ walking through the meadows and pastures, before descending to the town of Champex.
Ascent: 3,017ft
Descent: 3,261ft
Duration: Approximately 7 hours of walking
Spend 1 night at the Les Rocailles, Champex Lac Campsite
(B, L, D)
Day 5: Val Ferret – La Fouly
From Mont Blanc, head south and descend into the woods to reach Val Ferret. Then explore Issert and the surrounding farm villages. If you are visiting in June or July, you can watch the flowers in bloom, plus the orchids.
Continue to head up the valley, reaching the remote village of La Fouly, located at the foot of Mont Dolent. This summit marks the meeting point of France, Italy, and Switzerland.
Ascent: 1,780ft
Descent: 1,450ft
Duration: Approximately 6 hours walking
Spend 1 night at Camping les Glaciers, La Fouly
(B, L, D)
Day 6: Grand Col Ferret
Proceed to La Drance and climb to the Grand Col Ferret. Once in Italy, explore Val Ferret and admire the mountain views. Walk through the valley to Arp Nouva and take an optional bus trip to Planpincieux.
Ascent: 3,180ft
Descent: 2,600ft
Duration: Approximately 7hr 30min of walking
Spend 2 nights at Camping Grandes Jorasses, Val Ferret
(B, L, D)
Day 7: Rest Day
Enjoy a free day of leisure and relaxation. Optional activities include a visit to Courmayeur and Entrèves, which are famous spa towns, and a Skyway cable car trip from La Palud to Point Helbronner. Tickets for the cable car can be purchased locally on the day.
(B)
Day 8: Bonatti Refuge – Val Ferret – Mont de la Saxe – Courmayeur – Val Veny
Take a short bus ride on the Tour du Mont Blanc route. Then climb up to the Bonatti refuge. From there, walk along the contouring path around Mont de la Saxe to Courmayeur.
In the afternoon, descend to Courmayeur and enjoy a delicious Italian gelato. Then go on a short bus ride to Val Veny.
Ascent: 1,640ft
Descent: 4,400ft
Duration: Approximately 8 hours of walking
Spend 1 night at Camping Aiguille Noire, Val Veny
(B, L, D)
Day 9: France – Col de La seigne – La Ville des Glaciers – Les Chapieux
On today’s trail, climb along the Val Veny. Then pass Lac Combal, following the old Roman road and going across the Col de la Seigne pass. Re-enter France.
Take a fairly steep descent through La Ville des Glaciers and Les Chapieux. Be prepared to participate in a particularly long walk today, but the effort will be worth it for the stunning views.
Ascent: 3,250ft
Descent: 3,180ft
Duration: Approximately 8hr 30min of walking
Spend 1 night at Camping in Capieux
(B, L, D)
Day 10: Col de la Croix du Bonhomme – Col du Bonhomme
After reaching the circuit’s southwest corner, head north and go on a steep climb to the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme. Then go around to the Col du Nonhomme and descend to your campsite in Les Contamines.
Ascent: 3,050ft
Descent: 4,510ft
Duration: Approximately 8 hours of walking
Spend 2 nights at Camping le Pontet, Les Contamines
(B, D)
Day 11: Rest Day
Enjoy a day of free leisure to rest and relax. There are many short and long optional walks to discover, which are accessible via a chairlift or gondola. You can also explore the local restaurants, cafes, and markets, giving you a chance to enjoy the local cuisine and purchase some gifts to bring home with you.
(B, D)
Day 12: Cross Col de tricot – Col de Voza – Chamonix Valley – Les Houches
Be prepared for another long but rewarding trek. Today, walk through Les Contamines ascend to Chalets du Truc, and descend to Chalets di Miage. Then climb to the Col de Tricot. Other locations you will visit include the Glacier de Bionnassay, Cold de Voza, Chamonix Valley, and the village of Les Houches. Depending on the time of year, you may also take an optional cable car from Bellevue to Les Houches. Finally, take a bus ride back to Les Bossons.
Ascent: 3,980ft
Descent: 4,500ft
Duration: Approximately 9 hours of walking
Spend 3 nights at Camping Les Marmottes, Les Bossons
(B, L, D)
Day 13: Mont Blanc – Brévent – Plan Praz
Head to the north side of Chamonix Valley and explore the pine forest. Marvel at the incredible views from the region’s highest point, Brévent. Then walk down to Plan Praz and descend via cable car to Chamonix.
Ascent: 4,850ft
Descent: 1,690ft
Duration: Approximately 7hr 30min of walking
(B, L, D)
Day 14: Free Day at Les Bossons
Enjoy a free day of leisure and relaxation in Les Bossons. Your group leader will advise you on the different walking trails available to you. You can also explore the numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops. This will give you a chance to mingle with the friendly locals and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere.
There is also a mountain train that takes you to Montenvers, which provides close-up views of the Mer de Glace glacier. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, go on a tandem paraglide flight.
(B, D)
Day 15: Geneva – London
Depart in the morning for Geneva and head to the airport to fly back to London.
(B)
