Tour du Mont Blanc camping
Tour du Mont Blanc camping
Listen to the guide's description of the trip (french)
Your guide
Born in Paris region, a beginning that didn’t exactly suggest a future as a mountain guide, Romain later settled in the Vercors mountains before discovering his true passion much farther away: in Nepal, a country he now knows as if he had grown up there.
When he’s not in the Himalayas or in the Vercors, you’ll find Romain on the trails of the Tour du Mont Blanc. Calm and composed by nature, he adjusts to everyone with remarkable simplicity and kindness.
The advantages of the TMB camping
The best stages of the TMB in 7 days
A direction that makes sense, even though it’s the opposite direction to that which other agencies offer, which means the paths are less busy
Departure guaranteed as soon as 4 people have signed up
Guides who come from the Mont Blanc region know this route like the backs of their hands
The convenience and comfort of meals in refuges and inns
Luggage transfers
Duration
7 days
Difficulty
3/5
Group
12 max.
Starting from
Les Houches
Date of departure
Every Sunday during the summer
Accomodation
Tents
Luggage
Every evening
The programme in detail
Day 1: Les Houches - Les Contamines
Meet at 9am on the open space close by the Prarion cable car in Les Houches. We will then make our way Bellevue. The route takes you through the Col de Tricot mountain pass and across the Alpage du Truc mountain pastures via a beautiful route along the foot of the glaciers.
Day 2: Les Contamines - Les Chapieux
Day 3: Les Chapieux - Val Veny
After a short morning transfer to the Ville des Glaciers, you will embark upon a climb to the Col de la Seigne (2,516 m / 8,250 ft), which marks the border between France and Italy. You will then enter the Aosta Valley via Val Veny. From here, the Italian side of Mont Blanc shows up!
You will then descend to the valley via Lac Combal.
Day 4: Val Veny - Courmayeur - Val Ferret
7 hrs walking time - Accommodation: Night camping - Dinner and breakfast in a restaurant - 1,400 m (4,595 ft) ascent / 1,350 m (4,430 ft) descent / 20kms
The day begins with a climb to the Col Checrouit before going down to Courmayeur and its pretty historic village. We then climb up to the Bertone refuge to admire the extraordinary panorama of the Mont Blanc massif. Breathtaking!
A beautiful balcony crossing then a descent to Val Ferret awaits you. We'll spend a peaceful night in a tent.
Day 5: Val Ferret - La Fouly
Day 6: La Fouly - Champex - Trient
After a quick transfer in Val Ferret to Champex, you will embark on a beautiful high-level traverse above Martigny and the Rhone valley. In the distance, the vineyards bear witness to the canton's wine production. Descent towards the small village of Trient along the irrigation channel.
Depending on how the group feels and current conditions*, there may be an option to take a more alpine route via the Fenêtre d'Arpette.
*Your guide will decide on the best option.
Day 7: Trient - Le Tour
Useful information
Useful information
Luggage transport
Level
Access and accommodation
Access to the starting point:
Meet at the Prarion cable car, in Les Houches, on the departure day at 9:00 AM.
By car: You can park your vehicle at the TMB parking lot in Les Houches. It is a free outdoor parking area and can get very busy in peak season. Anticipate your parking in high season.
By train: The Prarion is located 10 minutes walk away from the “Viaduc Sainte Marie” train station.
You can check the schedules and fares on the website https://www.thetrainline.com/By bus: From the city-center of Chamonix, the bus line n°1 takes you to the Prarion, last stop of the bus line.
Return to the starting point: Retour en bus jusqu’au Prarion. Il est possible de quitter le groupe plus tôt et de s’arrêter à Chamonix pour les personnes le souhaitant.
Accommodation before and after the trek:
- Hotel Saint Antoine - 7 route Napoléon, 74310 Les Houches - + 334 50 54 40 10
- Hôtel Ibis Style : 333 Rue de l’Essert, 74310 Les Houches - +334 50 54 50 35
- Gîte Michel Fagot - 2 Allée des Sorbiers, 74310 Les Houches - + 334 50 54 42 28
Equipment
Even if you choose to do it in summer, it can get cold on the TMB! We strongly recommend that you pack clothes suitable for a multi-day hike, such as:
- A fleece
- A windproof and waterproof jacket
- Walking trousers.
The terrain is varied and we recommend you wear hight walking boots that protect your ankles.
The tent and mattress are provided. You will have to bring a sleeping bag though. If you want to bring your own camping equipment (tent and mattress) it is possible, do inform us in advance.
For more information, see our special TMB equipment page.
Insurance
To travel with peace of mind, Trekking Mont Blanc offers two insurance policies in partnership with Assur Travel, specially designed to meet the needs of a trek such as the Tour du Mont Blanc. These options, Cancellation and Multirisk, provide coverage to deal with unforeseen circumstances throughout your trip.
Cancellation Insurance :
This option covers the cancellation of your trip for a valid reason (illness, accident, etc.) before the departure date. You will be reimbursed for the amounts paid, subject to the conditions specified in the policy.
- Cost : 3.15% of the trip price
- Subscription : Mandatory upon registration
- In case of cancellation, you should contact the insurance company directly to file your claim, with our team’s assistance if needed.
Multirisk Insurance :
The Multirisk option offers comprehensive coverage, including :
- Cancellation Insurance
- Emergency repatriation assistance : perfectly suited for mountain treks
- Mountain search and rescue costs : up to €30,000
- Luggage: in case of loss, theft, or damage
- Medical expenses abroad
- Individual accident insurance
- Civil liability abroad
- Inability to return or quarantine in case of an epidemic
- Cost : 4.45% of the trip price
- Subscription : Mandatory upon registration
Whether you choose the Cancellation or Multirisk option, you will benefit from optimal coverage to enjoy your adventure with complete peace of mind. The insurance cost depends on the price of your trip, and you can select the desired option when booking.
Booking
To book, you must:
- Click on one of the “book this trek” link and select the insurance, and date options.
- Pay a 35 % deposit to confirm your booking
- The balance must be paid at least one month before the beginning of your trek.
Transfers
Dates and prices
Tour du Mont Blanc camping - 7 days
Included in the price
- Supervision by a qualified mountain guide
- Rental of camping gear for the night: tents and mattresses (exclusive of sleeping bag)
- Half board in accommodations close by
- Packed lunches prepared by a chef (exclusive of container and cutlery)
- Dried fruit and nut snacks prepared by a chef
- Luggage and camping gear transfer every night
- Cable car ticket on day 1
- Taxi transfer on day 6
- The return bus journey to Les Houches on last day
Not included in the price
- Transport to/from the starting/ending point of the trek in Les Houches
- Nights before and after the trek
- Drinks other than water served with meals
- The container and cutlery for picnic
- Any private transport or cable car tickets not included in the trek programme
- Trekking equipment (sleeping bag, trekking poles…)
- Assistance and cancellation insurance, to subscribe at the time of booking
- Anything not listed in “Included in the price”
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Tour du Mont Blanc camping
Tour du Mont Blanc camping
Listen to the guide's description of the trip (french)
Your guide
Born in Paris region, a beginning that didn’t exactly suggest a future as a mountain guide, Romain later settled in the Vercors mountains before discovering his true passion much farther away: in Nepal, a country he now knows as if he had grown up there.
When he’s not in the Himalayas or in the Vercors, you’ll find Romain on the trails of the Tour du Mont Blanc. Calm and composed by nature, he adjusts to everyone with remarkable simplicity and kindness.
The advantages of the TMB camping
The best stages of the TMB in 7 days
A direction that makes sense, even though it’s the opposite direction to that which other agencies offer, which means the paths are less busy
Departure guaranteed as soon as 4 people have signed up
Guides who come from the Mont Blanc region know this route like the backs of their hands
The convenience and comfort of meals in refuges and inns
Luggage transfers
Duration
7 days
Difficulty
3/5
Group
12 max.
Starting from
Les Houches
Date of departure
Every Sunday during the summer
Accomodation
Tents
Luggage
Every evening
The programme in detail
Day 1: Les Houches - Les Contamines
Meet at 9am on the open space close by the Prarion cable car in Les Houches. We will then make our way Bellevue. The route takes you through the Col de Tricot mountain pass and across the Alpage du Truc mountain pastures via a beautiful route along the foot of the glaciers.
Day 2: Les Contamines - Les Chapieux
Day 3: Les Chapieux - Val Veny
After a short morning transfer to the Ville des Glaciers, you will embark upon a climb to the Col de la Seigne (2,516 m / 8,250 ft), which marks the border between France and Italy. You will then enter the Aosta Valley via Val Veny. From here, the Italian side of Mont Blanc shows up!
You will then descend to the valley via Lac Combal.
Day 4: Val Veny - Courmayeur - Val Ferret
7 hrs walking time - Accommodation: Night camping - Dinner and breakfast in a restaurant - 1,400 m (4,595 ft) ascent / 1,350 m (4,430 ft) descent / 20kms
The day begins with a climb to the Col Checrouit before going down to Courmayeur and its pretty historic village. We then climb up to the Bertone refuge to admire the extraordinary panorama of the Mont Blanc massif. Breathtaking!
A beautiful balcony crossing then a descent to Val Ferret awaits you. We'll spend a peaceful night in a tent.
Day 5: Val Ferret - La Fouly
Day 6: La Fouly - Champex - Trient
After a quick transfer in Val Ferret to Champex, you will embark on a beautiful high-level traverse above Martigny and the Rhone valley. In the distance, the vineyards bear witness to the canton's wine production. Descent towards the small village of Trient along the irrigation channel.
Depending on how the group feels and current conditions*, there may be an option to take a more alpine route via the Fenêtre d'Arpette.
*Your guide will decide on the best option.
Day 7: Trient - Le Tour
Useful information
Useful information
Luggage transport
Level
Access and accommodation
Access to the starting point:
Meet at the Prarion cable car, in Les Houches, on the departure day at 9:00 AM.
By car: You can park your vehicle at the TMB parking lot in Les Houches. It is a free outdoor parking area and can get very busy in peak season. Anticipate your parking in high season.
By train: The Prarion is located 10 minutes walk away from the “Viaduc Sainte Marie” train station.
You can check the schedules and fares on the website https://www.thetrainline.com/By bus: From the city-center of Chamonix, the bus line n°1 takes you to the Prarion, last stop of the bus line.
Return to the starting point: Retour en bus jusqu’au Prarion. Il est possible de quitter le groupe plus tôt et de s’arrêter à Chamonix pour les personnes le souhaitant.
Accommodation before and after the trek:
- Hotel Saint Antoine - 7 route Napoléon, 74310 Les Houches - + 334 50 54 40 10
- Hôtel Ibis Style : 333 Rue de l’Essert, 74310 Les Houches - +334 50 54 50 35
- Gîte Michel Fagot - 2 Allée des Sorbiers, 74310 Les Houches - + 334 50 54 42 28
Equipment
Even if you choose to do it in summer, it can get cold on the TMB! We strongly recommend that you pack clothes suitable for a multi-day hike, such as:
- A fleece
- A windproof and waterproof jacket
- Walking trousers.
The terrain is varied and we recommend you wear hight walking boots that protect your ankles.
The tent and mattress are provided. You will have to bring a sleeping bag though. If you want to bring your own camping equipment (tent and mattress) it is possible, do inform us in advance.
For more information, see our special TMB equipment page.
Insurance
To travel with peace of mind, Trekking Mont Blanc offers two insurance policies in partnership with Assur Travel, specially designed to meet the needs of a trek such as the Tour du Mont Blanc. These options, Cancellation and Multirisk, provide coverage to deal with unforeseen circumstances throughout your trip.
Cancellation Insurance :
This option covers the cancellation of your trip for a valid reason (illness, accident, etc.) before the departure date. You will be reimbursed for the amounts paid, subject to the conditions specified in the policy.
- Cost : 3.15% of the trip price
- Subscription : Mandatory upon registration
- In case of cancellation, you should contact the insurance company directly to file your claim, with our team’s assistance if needed.
Multirisk Insurance :
The Multirisk option offers comprehensive coverage, including :
- Cancellation Insurance
- Emergency repatriation assistance : perfectly suited for mountain treks
- Mountain search and rescue costs : up to €30,000
- Luggage: in case of loss, theft, or damage
- Medical expenses abroad
- Individual accident insurance
- Civil liability abroad
- Inability to return or quarantine in case of an epidemic
- Cost : 4.45% of the trip price
- Subscription : Mandatory upon registration
Whether you choose the Cancellation or Multirisk option, you will benefit from optimal coverage to enjoy your adventure with complete peace of mind. The insurance cost depends on the price of your trip, and you can select the desired option when booking.
Booking
To book, you must:
- Click on one of the “book this trek” link and select the insurance, and date options.
- Pay a 35 % deposit to confirm your booking
- The balance must be paid at least one month before the beginning of your trek.
Transfers
Dates and prices
Tour du Mont Blanc camping - 7 days
Included in the price
- Supervision by a qualified mountain guide
- Rental of camping gear for the night: tents and mattresses (exclusive of sleeping bag)
- Half board in accommodations close by
- Packed lunches prepared by a chef (exclusive of container and cutlery)
- Dried fruit and nut snacks prepared by a chef
- Luggage and camping gear transfer every night
- Cable car ticket on day 1
- Taxi transfer on day 6
- The return bus journey to Les Houches on last day
Not included in the price
- Transport to/from the starting/ending point of the trek in Les Houches
- Nights before and after the trek
- Drinks other than water served with meals
- The container and cutlery for picnic
- Any private transport or cable car tickets not included in the trek programme
- Trekking equipment (sleeping bag, trekking poles…)
- Assistance and cancellation insurance, to subscribe at the time of booking
- Anything not listed in “Included in the price”