What type of accommodation will be provided during the tour?

You will stay in a mix of hotels and hostels, usually in twin rooms.

How do I obtain lunches on the trail?

Lunches can usually be purchased at local shops or inns along the route.

What happens if I arrive a day early?

You can book extra accommodation at the hotel at your own expense, subject to availability.

Can I pay using a credit card for accommodations?

Most hotels accept credit card payments. Please confirm with the hotel for specifics.

How many Swiss Francs should I carry on the trail?

It's advisable to carry about 100 Swiss Francs for small purchases, though most restaurants accept credit cards.

Can I request a special dietary requirement?

Yes, you can inform us of any dietary needs while booking and accommodations will be notified.

Is it possible to customize my itinerary?

Yes, we can accommodate some customization requests to enhance your experience.

Can I get a digital travel pack and how do I access it?

Yes, a digital travel pack will be sent via email and includes all necessary documents for your trip.

Is transportation from Geneva Airport included in the tour price?

Transportation from the airport is not included, but there are several shuttle services available.

Can I extend my stay in Chamonix after the tour?

Yes, you can add extra nights in Chamonix depending on availability at the hotel.

From

US $2,378

Tour du Mont Blanc 12 Days Self-Guided

12 days

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From Les Houches to Chamonix

4.7

3 traveler reviews

Tour du Mont Blanc 12 Days Self-Guided - Grand Angle

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Tour Operator:: Grand Angle
Max group size:: 20
Age range:: 12 to 85
Operated in:: English
Tour id:: 250500

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Highlights

Ride the cablecar to Bellevue
Hike through iconic Alpine hamlets
Cross the Grand Col Ferret into Switzerland
Explore the village of Champex and its lake
Climb over the Fenêtre d’Arpette

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrival in Les Houches / France
Day 2 Les Houches - Les Contamines / France
Day 3 Les Contamines - Les Chapieux / France
Day 4 Les Chapieux – Refuge Elisabetta / Italy
Day 5 Refuge Elisabetta – Courmayeur / Italy
Day 6 Courmayeur – Refuge Elena – La Fouly / Switzerland
Day 7 La Fouly – Champex / Switzerland
Day 8 Champex – La Forclaz – Trient / Switzerland
Day 9 Trient – Argentière / France
Day 10 Argentière – Chamonix / France
Day 11 Chamonix / France
Day 12 Chamonix - End of Tour

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Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Guide
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Operated by

Grand Angle

4.7

(6 reviews)

Number of tours

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

100%

Grand Angle is an adventure tour operator specialized in itineraries on foot, by bike and snow, with guided and self-guided trips, anywhere in France, Europe and beyond. In 1983, Grand Angle was born, with the sole goal of allowing Jean Claude Praire and Anne-Marie Billault, the founders, to live...

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

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Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.7
Itinerary
Excellent
5.0
Guide
Good
4.0
Transport
Good
3.5
Accommodation
Excellent
4.3
Food
Excellent
4.3
Tour Operator
Grand Angle
4.7

YL
Yi
· August 17th, 2024
Overall, the arranged accommodation locations are good. Some hotels are over our expectation but some are below e. g. The third night hotel in the town was the worst one, and no taxi transportation was arranged/covered by this tour.
Trip date: July 2024
Petra
· July 29th, 2024
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Perfect organization and communication
Trip date: July 2024
MP
Michael A
· July 15th, 2024
Loved how responsive Tour Radar and Grand Angle were to our questions as we prepared for our adventure. Enjoyed our tour around Mont Blanc every moment!
Trip date: July 2024

Dates & Availability

12 days

Tour du Mont Blanc 12 Days Self-Guided

From Les Houches to Chamonix

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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

What type of accommodation will be provided during the tour?
You will stay in a mix of hotels and hostels, usually in twin rooms.
July 29, 2024
How do I obtain lunches on the trail?
Lunches can usually be purchased at local shops or inns along the route.
July 29, 2024
What happens if I arrive a day early?
You can book extra accommodation at the hotel at your own expense, subject to availability.
July 29, 2024
Can I pay using a credit card for accommodations?
Most hotels accept credit card payments. Please confirm with the hotel for specifics.
July 29, 2024
How many Swiss Francs should I carry on the trail?
It's advisable to carry about 100 Swiss Francs for small purchases, though most restaurants accept credit cards.
July 29, 2024
Can I request a special dietary requirement?
Yes, you can inform us of any dietary needs while booking and accommodations will be notified.
July 29, 2024
Is it possible to customize my itinerary?
Yes, we can accommodate some customization requests to enhance your experience.
July 29, 2024
Can I get a digital travel pack and how do I access it?
Yes, a digital travel pack will be sent via email and includes all necessary documents for your trip.
July 29, 2024
Is transportation from Geneva Airport included in the tour price?
Transportation from the airport is not included, but there are several shuttle services available.
July 29, 2024
Can I extend my stay in Chamonix after the tour?
Yes, you can add extra nights in Chamonix depending on availability at the hotel.
July 29, 2024

Good to Know

Currencies
€
Euro
France and Italy
Fr.
Swiss Franc
Switzerland
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, L, J.
Type C
France and Italy
Type E
France and Italy
Type F
France and Italy
Type L
Italy
Type J
Switzerland
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before February 11th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 11th, 2025, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Grand Angle . The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Grand Angle will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Grand Angle " tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- Your money is safe with TourRadar, as we only pay the tour operator after your tour has departed.
- TourRadar is an authorised Agent of Grand Angle . Please familiarise yourself with the Grand Angle payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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