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4.9
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Trek the Tour du Mont Blanc in a Weekend: The Hut-to-Hut Edition

3 nights
Challenging

Hike a mini version of this world famous long-distance trek. Three countries, four days, one epic adventure

What's Included?

Activities & Certified Guides

All itinerary activities with experienced, English-speaking IML-certified guides

Mountain hut

3 nights staying in alpine mountain refuges

Meals

Breakfast and dinner will be served up with picnic lunches on the trail

Transfers

Transfers to and from Geneva airport

Equipment

Pillows and blankets are provided at the refuges. Trekking poles are available for hire.

Small Like-minded Groups

Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 15 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people
From

excluding flights

What's it like?

4.9
| 194 reviews
Another successful trip with some
July 2024
Christopher M.
Another successful trip with some
July 2024
Christopher M.
Another successful trip with some
July 2024
Christopher M.
Incredible 4 days!!
July 2024
Lyndsy H.
Incredible 4 days!!
July 2024
Lyndsy H.
Awesome
July 2024
Wayne S.
Awesome
July 2024
Wayne S.
Awesome
July 2024
Wayne S.
Awesome
July 2024
Wayne S.
Awesome
July 2024
Wayne S.
Father and Daughter Adventure
July 2024
Paul M.
Father and Daughter Adventure
July 2024
Paul M.
Father and Daughter Adventure
July 2024
Paul M.
Father and Daughter Adventure
July 2024
Paul M.
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
July 2024
Danielle G.
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
July 2024
Danielle G.
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
July 2024
Danielle G.
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
July 2024
Danielle G.
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
July 2024
Danielle G.
Stunning Alps trip
July 2024
Kat H.
Stunning Alps trip
July 2024
Kat H.
Stunning Alps trip
July 2024
Kat H.
Stunning Alps trip
July 2024
Kat H.
Stunning Alps trip
July 2024
Kat H.
Stunning Alps trip
July 2024
Kat H.
Fantastic Experience
June 2024
Michael O.
Fantastic Experience
June 2024
Michael O.
Fantastic Experience
June 2024
Michael O.
Mont Blanc guided tour treck
June 2024
Samantha F.
Really enjoyed my first trip
June 2024
Fiona B.

Trek through Italy, Switzerland and France in a long weekend, bedding down in Alpine mountain huts along the way

Hike the twin valleys of Val Ferret with its vantage point over Mont Blanc, Dent du Géants and the Grandes Jorasses

Ascend the Col de Balme (2190m) and traverse to L'Aiguillettes des Posettes for inspiring views of Mont Blanc

Key Information

Day 1

Hike up Val Ferret

Hiking

3-4hrs · 7km · 590m up · 150m down

After meeting your hosts at either Geneva Airport or Les Houches, you'll be driven through the tunnel to Plampincieux, just outside of Courmayeur on the Italian side of Mont Blanc. From there you’ll ascend into the Val Ferret heading towards the Italian-Swiss border, the trail providing inspiring views of Mont Blanc, Dent du Géants, and the Grandes Jorasses massif. You’ll reach your mountain refuge high up in valley in time for a hearty dinner with your fellow hikers.

Day 2

Into Switzerland

Hiking

7-8hrs · 20km · 950m up · 1250m down

Start the morning with an invigorating ascent up to Grand Col Ferret (2536m), crossing from Italy into Switzerland. This is one of the most challenging passes on the TMB route, a long steady climb with incredible views of Val Ferret, Mont Dolent and the Swiss side of the valley. From the top of the pass you'll take the more gradual, long descent down to La Fouly village, stopping at a traditional dairy farm along the way with the chance to sample some of the local produce. From La Fouly you’ll be driven to Champex for the night.

Day 3

Hike to Trient

Hiking

6-7hrs · 16km · 780m up · 890m down

Today you’ll hike up and over the mountains via the classic Bovine route to Trient. This winding forest trail leads you up past mountain streams to the Bovine Refuge and the high alpages, where you are rewarded with spectacular views of the Rhone Valley. Make sure to stop for a slice of the best cake the region has to offer! From the top of Bovine you'll descend down the wooded trail to the Col de la Forclaz. Shortly after you'll be able to enjoy deep valley views from a boardwalk, looking down on Trient and it's famous pink church. From there it's a short section down to the village and your well earned rest for the night.

Day 4

Trient to Tré-le-Champ and departure

Hiking

5-6hrs · 12km · 950m up · 800m down

In the morning you’ll ascend Col de Balme (2190m), your last long ascent of this route, to be rewarded with an expansive vista down the Chamonix Valley towards Mont Blanc and the Aiguille du Midi. You’ll then traverse round to another excellent view point, L'Aiguillettes des Posettes, and descend through peaceful glades and forests to Tré-le-Champ.

Usually the hike is finished around 15:30 and you arrive back in central Chamonix via the valley bus. There is just time for a quick celebration drink with the group before your shared bus transfer departs at around 17:00 for Geneva Airport, for those heading off that day.

Day 1

Mountain hut · Mixed dorm

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 2 – Day 3

Mountain hut · Mixed dorm

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 4

Departure day

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

What is the food like?

Breakfasts and dinners will be served at the refuges. Breakfasts always include coffee, bread, jam and butter. Depending on the refuge, they may also include orange juice, cereal, yoghurt, fruit, cheese and meats. Dinners are hearty and served in large portions – just what a hungry hiker needs! Typical meals include a soup starter, a main course of meat and veggies with a side of grains or pasta, and a dessert like vanilla pudding or creme brûlée. Picnic lunches will be provided each day, featuring a large main item like a sandwich or wrap, a salad, and a selection of fruit, muesli bars, chocolate, nuts, etc.

Vegetarian, vegan and most other dietary requirements (including gluten-free) can be catered for with advanced notice. Just let your host know when booking. Whilst dietary needs are sent to each refuge with the group reservations, please consider that the mountain refuges will have a limited range of choice to offer guests due to their remote locations. People with very specific dietary requirements typically choose to also bring some of their own snacks with them to ensure they have sufficient fuel for hiking up and down the beautiful mountain trails.

What is the accommodation like?

On the trek

You’ll be staying at authentic mountain refuges. The accommodation is simple, clean and comfortable, and there is a variety of accommodation options used throughout the hiking season. Groups typically sleep in mixed dormitory rooms of up to 20 persons, usually in bunk or single beds. They feature hot showers, running water, pillows and blankets, and a bar serving cold drinks. Most refuges also have outlets for charging your electronics, and some even have WiFi. Some refuges are more modern in style, others have a more traditional heritage, most are busy throughout the hiking season; it's the refuge's location and its remoteness that largely decides what comforts and conveniences are available. It's best to keep your expectations simple and enjoy the time on the trail to unplug from everyday life.

Groups will usually stay at the following accommodation:

  • Day 1: Refugio Walter Bonatti or Refugio Elena (Val Ferret)
  • Day 2: Gite Bon Abri (Champex)
  • Day 3: Hotel La Grande Ourse (Trient)
Upgrades

Upgrades are not available within the mountain refuges used on this trip. However, if you'd like a little more comfort between hikes, check out our adventure Trek the Tour du Mont Blanc in a Long Weekend: The Hotels Edition.

Hotel La Grande Ourse

Your final night of the trek is spent at the Hotel La Grande Ourse in the picturesque village of Trient at the foot of two glaciers and the Col de la Forclaz. You'll stay in mixed dorms, with shared bathrooms and single-sex showers to use. There is a bar and a lovely garden to grab a drink and toast the last stage of your trek.

Upgrades

This trip has been rated as Challenging

This trip is suitable for experienced hikers in good shape. You'll need to be able to hike 15–20km on mountain trails, with as much as 1000m of elevation gain and descent, each day. You will be carrying your own overnight pack between the refuges, so should be confident hiking with a 30-50L pack for multiple days. Doing some practice hikes before the trip with your pack and boots is strongly recommended to help you prepare for this adventure!

What will I need to carry?

You will be carrying your own 30-50L pack between the refuges, with everything you need for the four day trek. A luggage transport service is unavailable on this trip as not all accommodation is accessible by road. So don't over pack, a lighter pack will be more enjoyable, but also don't skip the essentials and risk getting caught out in bad weather. It's a good idea to do some hiking before the trip so you are comfortable with the gear you plan to bring on the trek. Check out our kit list section for the basics to consider putting in your pack.

The Tour du Mont Blanc trekking season is from June to September. Summer around Mont Blanc is generally warm and fair, but the weather can change very quickly in the high mountains, bringing cold rain and wind. Average temperatures range from 6 to 26 °C. It rains roughly half of the days each month, but storms generally pass through quickly. There can be snow on the mountain passes at the start of the season. Even in the peak of summer you can have very mixed conditions, especially when climbing over the high mountain passes above 2000m. Heatwaves have also been a feature of recent European summers. Our kit list is intended to guide you on what to pack for this trip.

The Area

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Logistics

Starts

Geneva International Airport, Switzerland

Catch any flight arriving by 10:30 on Day 1

Ends

Geneva International Airport, Switzerland

Catch any flight departing 20:30 onwards on Day 4

Transfers

To take advantage of the airport transfers included at the start of the trip, you'll need to arrive into Geneva Airport no later than 10:30 on Day 1 – your transfer will depart for Chamonix at 11:30 sharp. It takes around one hour to get from Geneva to Chamonix. Your return transfer will arrive at Geneva Airport at around 18:30 on Day 4, so you'll need to book flights departing from 20:30 onwards.

If making your own way to Chamonix, you will need to be at Les Houches Marie, by the TMB Archway next to the tourism office, at 12:15 on Day 1*. The group transfer will stop at Les Houches on the way from Geneva Airport to the Mont Blanc Tunnel and do a pick up there for those already in the Chamonix area. Les Houches is easily reachable from central Chamonix using the local bus network, there is also a local train service which links the valley.

*Please note the Les Houches pick-up option is not available in September due to the Mont Blanc Tunnel being closed for planned maintenance. During September the group transfer from Geneva Airport will take a different route to Courmayeur, via Martigny and the Col du Grand Saint-Bernard, on roads which do not pass through the Chamonix Valley. The journey time from GVA to where you start your hike in Val Ferret is expected to be similar (approx 3.5-4hrs depending on traffic), as even though the driving distance is longer this route avoids the usual waiting time at the Mont Blanc Tunnel (often 1.5hrs or longer during peak times in the summer). The diversion is not expected to impact the planned hike on Day 1.

Travel options

The latest possible joining time for this trip is either 11:30 at Geneva Airport or 12:15 at Les Houches Tourism Office*, even in the event of a flight delay (*See above note on September arrivals). If you arrive beyond these times, it will not be possible to catch up with the group on Day 1. Therefore, you may wish to arrive a day early and overnight at an airport hotel or spend some time in Chamonix before your trip gets underway (Geneva Airport (GVA) is approximately one hour from Chamonix).

For those who wish to avoid flying, Chamonix is also accessible by train via the St. Gervais-les-Bains (Le Fayet) station at the base of the valley which connects to Chamonix Mont Blanc train station. For example, take the Eurostar from London to Paris and then connect to a number of direct lines or an overnight sleeper train from Paris to St. Gervais-les-Bains, then on to Chamonix Mont Blanc station. You can also travel to Geneva by various train routes from other parts of Europe and travel on to Chamonix from there by bus. Geneva bus station is a five-minute walk or short taxi ride from the central train station. There are various bus services from Geneva bus station to Chamonix, the quickest option taking 1 hour and 8 minutes.

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What's available to hire?

  • Trekking poles (see Optional Extras for prices)

What do I need to bring?

You'll be carrying all you need for the four day trip on your back, so don't over pack but also don't skip the essentials. Hiking in the Alps even in the peak of summer you can have very mixed conditions, both hot and cold, especially when climbing over the high mountain passes.

KIT

  • 30-50L backpack with waist belt (plus a rain cover)
  • A Pack Liner or Dry Bag is also good protection in case of rain
  • Sleeping bag liner (cotton or silk). This is very important as it's a mandatory requirement at the mountain refuges. Pillows and blankets are provided by the refuges.
  • Sunglasses and Sunscreen (SPF 50+ recommended due to altitude)
  • Hydration/Electrolyte tablets
  • Preferred snacks for the trail
  • Quick-dry/Travel Towel
  • 2L water bottle(s)
  • Toiletries and personal first aid items
  • Swim suit
  • Earplugs and Eye Mask (recommended)
  • Cash (EUR) for drinks, snacks along the trail, tips etc.
  • Plug adaptor and/or battery pack to charge electrical devices (note Switzerland uses a different standard to the rest of Europe)
  • Headlamp

CLOTHES

  • Waterproof Jacket (with hood) and Trousers
  • Synthetic (e.g. Primaloft) or Down Puffy Jacket
  • Fleece or merino pullover or sweater
  • Synthetic or merino wool base layers
  • Warm hat and gloves (really important in mixed weather conditions)
  • Sunhat or cap
  • Synthetic shirts/T-shirts and trousers (zip-off preferable) or shorts for hiking
  • Comfortable clothes to wear post-hike in the refuges
  • 2+ pairs of hiking socks, wool or synthetic (not cotton)
  • Sturdy hiking boots or shoes (worn in)
  • Comfortable light shoes for around the refuge
*Requests for optional extras can be made after booking on your “My Bookings” page

Trekking Poles

Payable In Resort

Trekking Poles

Christopher M.(July 2024)
Another successful trip with some
Another successful trip with some
Another successful trip with some
Another successful trip with some

Another successful trip with some awesome people. Well organised and guided, scenery and trails were amazing

Terry S.(July 2024)
TMB 4 day July 2024

Just been and I really enjoyed the experience, Alpine flowers in bloom a little snow and couple of fast flowing streams to negotiate. Reasonable level of fitness required to make the trip enjoyable. We only had one day of rain, other 3 days nice walking temp. Our group all nice people, facilities on trail better than expected, guide very competent. I would recommend to anyone.

Lyndsy H.(July 2024)
Incredible 4 days!!
Incredible 4 days!!
Incredible 4 days!!

WOW!! Absolutely incredible trip, feel like I hit jackpot with my group, all food and accommodation was brilliant, Joel was fantastic and the views were stunning the whole way round, even on the little rain day that we had, it didn't spoil it!

Jacob S.(July 2024)
Mont Blanc

Joel was absolutely brilliant would 100% recommend the trip to anyone it was the experience of a life time already booking again

Wayne S.(July 2024)
Awesome
Awesome
Awesome
Awesome
Awesome
Awesome

What a trip best one I’ve ever done . Joel Evan’s are guide was brilliant just felt like one of the team couldn’t do enough to make it perfect for everybody would encourage anyone to do this tour it is quite challenging in places but the rewards far outweigh the aching muscles 10/10 if you like outdoors can walk up a decent hill go do it you’ll be so glad you did . Thanks for best holiday I’ve ever had no exception .

Paul M.(July 2024)
Father and Daughter Adventure
Father and Daughter Adventure
Father and Daughter Adventure
Father and Daughter Adventure
Father and Daughter Adventure

My daughter asked me if I would like to do a trek with her. Neither of us had done a multi day trek before so it seemed like a good idea! We had a fantastic time, Joel our guide was fantastic and we had a lovely group. The views were magnificent and the hike was challenging but achievable. We had all weathers which was fine and we felt really proud and happy to have completed it. I’m glad we did a bit of training beforehand and brought all the recommended kit with us. I would highly recommend this trek and hope to do another one next year!

Hannah W.(July 2024)
Amazing!!!

This trip was absolutely amazing. Everything from the guide (thank you Rich, always calm, friendly and informative), the group (fabulous bunch) and the stunning scenery went beyond all my expectations. You do need to be fit as mentioned in the description as there are big climbs but it is very much worth the tired legs at the end of each day. All the accommodation was cosy and clean with hearty meals. We had a full days hiking everyday, all varied, swimming in the lake in the sunshine one day, sliding down a snowy mountain the next, numerous peaks with awesome views. We’re already planning our next trip!

Paul D.(July 2024)
Fantastic four days

Great 4 day trip around Mont Blanc, Rich our guide was a great reassuring presence. The views are amazing, the refuges on route were great and the cake and coffee was a very welcome distraction. Well organised and supported throughout, looking for the next long weekend

Sarah S.(July 2024)
Brilliant and challenging hike - so much fun!

Just finished the trek and it was one of the best things I've ever done! The views are spectacular, the huts are great and the feeling of achievement when you get to the top of each peak is fantastic (as is the coffee and cake! Haha). I would thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone - my first multi day hike and the guide (Rich) was so positive and encouraging and always made sure everyone was looked after :) will be looking at what my next adventure with this company is very soon!

Crystal E.(July 2024)
Fun but challenging without nutrition

Great guide, great trek, but done living off of prison bread. Food in the refuges and the “picnic lunch” isn’t nutritionally sufficient for the general population- let alone anyone active … or if there are dietary restrictions.

Danielle G.(July 2024)
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
Unforgettable trekking in the alps
Unforgettable trekking in the alps

A journey of long days trekking with significant ascents and descents that tested our endurance and fitness levels. Each day brought us breathtaking views that will remain with us forever!

Accommodation of mixed rooms so be prepared for the snoring. Despite this the camaraderie among our group was great, with everyone encouraging each other along the way.

I found the food to be pretty decent with options catering to all dietary needs! Even my gluten free, vegan friend.

Overall an incredible experience, stunning landscapes, great company and the personal reward of over coming the physical challenge.

Highly recommend if you are looking for adventure with beautiful scenery coupled with a great sense of achievement.

João C.(July 2024)
Amazing

It's was truly amazing. Great group, great guide, excepcional scenery, all you need to eat and sleep. Would do it again for sure. Best money for value I have ever had with a trip.

Kat H.(July 2024)
Stunning Alps trip
Stunning Alps trip
Stunning Alps trip
Stunning Alps trip
Stunning Alps trip
Stunning Alps trip
Stunning Alps trip

Such a great trip - incredible views, cruisy hiking and challenging summitting, sunshine and snow, and such a lovely group of people. So much fun and a really rewarding four days.

Harry B.(July 2024)
Fantastic

What a fantastic adventure. From beginning to end the trip was amazing. Great bunch of people. Oli our guide was fantastic. 6 star trip. Will be back again soon. Thank you 🙏

Michael O.(June 2024)
Fantastic Experience
Fantastic Experience
Fantastic Experience
Fantastic Experience

Enjoyed every minute, from the Hike to the overnight Stays, every moment was a good bit of Craic. I would highly recommend this trip for anyone who enjoys amazing views and wants to create memories that will stay with you. We had a great group and a fantastic Guide called Loïc who was able to accommodate everyone in the group.

Samantha F.(June 2024)
Mont Blanc guided tour treck
Mont Blanc guided tour treck

Myself and my friend Becky have just recently completed the 4 day guided trek. It was the most amazing experience. Ben our tour guide was very knowledgeable, kind and helpful. Ben got involved with the group and was such a laugh. Definitely will be requesting him on the next trek we book. Even though the trek is tough, the views were incredible, Ben and the group never made you feel like you had to rush and to only go at the pace that was comfortable for you. Definitely recommend this trek!

Fiona B.(June 2024)
Really enjoyed my first trip
Really enjoyed my first trip

Really enjoyed my first trip with MBA. The trip was well organised from start to finish. Mixed group age wise but our knowledgeable guide Loic did a great job of keeping us all together and was constantly assessing the conditions (rain) / pace/route.

Natasha R.(June 2024)
This trip was simply amazing.

This trip was simply amazing. Had such a great time with a wonderful group and our guide Ben was fantastic throughout. Highly recommended!

Jackie S.(June 2024)
Fantastic experience

The whole experience including meeting a bunch of people you've never met before in the most spectacular surroundings and exhilarating hiking made this whole trip ridiculously good value for money. The price included airport transfers, accommodation, food , pack lunches and a guide for the whole trip. Tell me a stage in life this is a totally unique experience. You must be fit and agile to enjoy and keep up with the group.

Monica R.(June 2024)
Simply the best!

We had the most epic 4 day trip along the Tour du Mont Blanc! Our group were fantastic company, and our guide Ben was superb. Highly recommend👌🏼

Leonardo A.(June 2024)
Just BOOK IT!
Just BOOK IT!
Just BOOK IT!
Just BOOK IT!
Just BOOK IT!
Just BOOK IT!

Incredible experience with Amazing people! For those who are concerned about weather as me, the experience it’s absolutely out of this world in any weather conditions, don’t worry! you’re going to love and recommend it ! Our guide Loic was an incredible and skilled professional, which turned our experience even better! I would book it a hundred of times again, just to live it all once more ! Thank you MBA and all Happy Tracks team for all the good memories and friends , I will definitely miss and remember it for the rest of my life. Go for it, go for it !

Preethi H.(June 2024)

Absolutely loved our experience!

Laoisecah O.(June 2024)
Excellent tour. Well organised and
Excellent tour. Well organised and

Excellent tour. Well organised and everything connected together perfectly (except the weather!) special shout out to out excellent, skilled and knowledgable guide, Loïc.

Louisa J.(June 2024)
Loved every minute!
Loved every minute!
Loved every minute!

My first time with much better adventures and it didn’t disappoint. Firstly the group was amazing, felt like a big family at the end. Our guide Joel was fantastic, very knowledgeable about the area, hiking and an all round lovely guy!. We definitely experienced every kind of weather, I used the packing list provided and I had everything I needed. The huts and food were fantastic and definitely much needed after a long day of hiking. Will definitely be booking with them again!

Niall K.(June 2024)
Great trip from start to

Great trip from start to finish. Guide really good and friendly.

Kelsie G.(June 2024)
Better than I could have imagined
Better than I could have imagined
Better than I could have imagined

Everything about this trip was incredible. Our group got on brilliantly, the route was challenging at times but fun and very do-able, the scenery idyllic. The refuges had everything you needed and the food filled the gap. Our guide, Astrid, was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, encouraging, fun and inspirational. Would go back again in a second.

Sylvie W.(June 2024)
Fantastic little adventure
Fantastic little adventure
Fantastic little adventure
Fantastic little adventure
Fantastic little adventure
Fantastic little adventure

An absolutely brilliant trip with great organisation, really lovely food, the best bunch of people imaginable and our guide Joel was just fantastic! We had it all - sun, rain, snow, vast views, and whiteouts, so definitely pack for all weather and bring plenty of socks because your feet are likely to get wet! Hikes were really rewarding and you definitely felt like you'd earned that beer (or two) at the end of each day!

David B.(June 2024)
Excellent trip, extremely well guided.

Excellent trip, extremely well guided. Varied group which made for very good company.

Ruth C.(June 2024)
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent

What a great 4 day hike. I’m no adrenaline junkie so was nervous of any scrambling or technical parts. I need not have worried, the walk was lovely, lots of climbing but generally the paths were great, some river crossings and snow but not too scary. The food and huts were perfect and more than adequate. Definitely be prepared for all weather conditions, temp was variable and the rain is heavy when it comes. Our guide Fernado was amazing, knowledgeable, skilled and just a genuine nice guy. Would highly recommend this walk. Recommend hiking poles, waterproof shoes/coat. We went 7th June 2024. Thank you Fernado and Co

Karen B.(June 2024)
EXCELLENT

Superb organisation and arrangements. Expert on site company and guide who managed a large group brilliantly. It lived up to expectations. Great walking, scenery and company. We had an excellent, fairly closely matched group - not sure how much this was down to luck though. but we were all extremely well looked after and in good hands with the Chamonix company and guide used by MBA

We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity.

What's the number?
It works out on average at 56kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations.

The only thing it doesn’t include right now is flights and travel to the destination. We do make an overall estimate across all our customers separately, but as we don’t book flights, have customers from all corners of the world, and no way of reliably knowing their travel plans, we simply can’t include an individual number in the figure on display here. We’ve got a goal to fix that, so that when you book, there is a way to measure and mitigate the carbon emitted by your flight too.

But what does the number mean?
Yep, hard to picture eh? To give you an idea:

  • Driving 1000miles/1609km would be approx. 281kg of CO2 in an average car (or 140.5kg per person if there was 2 of you in it).
  • A return economy class flight London - New York would be approx. 1,619kg (1.66 tonnes) per person.
  • 10 trees in a temperate forest are estimated to remove approx. 250kg of CO2 from the air in a period of 5-10 years.

What are we doing about it?
Our trips are relatively low-carbon by design, and we're working with all our hosts to develop long term carbon reduction plans. We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity, ensuring the protection of the reserve and its wildlife.

Want to know more?
Amazingly, no international travel company has ever publicly published their carbon measurements before, as far as we know. We believe that must change, quickly. So we’re openly sharing the method we used in the hope that other companies will be able to more easily follow suit and build on what we've done so far. You'll find it all here.

Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

Yes. Any excess luggage that you don't need during the trek can be stored for the entire trip. There is a storage fee of 25.00 EUR per bag; this can be paid in cash at the time. Please let your host know in advance if you have excess luggage so that they can plan the logistics accordingly.

Yes, of course! If you decide to make your own way to Chamonix or spend a few days there beforehand you are more than welcome to do this, just make sure you let your host know in advance.

The meeting point is at Les Houches by the TMB Archway next to the tourism office, at 12:15 on Day 1. This is a short local bus journey from central Chamonix. See the Getting There section for more details.

*Please note the Les Houches pick-up option is not available in September due to the Mont Blanc Tunnel being closed for planned maintenance. During September the group transfer from Geneva Airport will take a different route to Courmayeur, via Martigny and the Col du Grand Saint-Bernard, on roads which do not pass through the Chamonix Valley. The journey time from GVA to where you start your hike in Val Ferret is expected to be similar (approx 3.5-4hrs depending on traffic), as even though the driving distance is longer this route avoids the usual waiting time at the Mont Blanc Tunnel (often 1.5hrs or longer during peak times in the summer). The diversion is not expected to impact the planned hike on Day 1.

If you are unable to join the included transfer from Geneva Airport at 11:30 on Day 1 due to flight delays, contact your host as soon as possible. Whilst it may not be possible to catch up with the group on the first day, with an overnight stay in either Chamonix or Courmayeur it may be possible to connect with the on the morning of Day 2 in Val Ferret before they ascend over the pass into Switzerland. Your host will be best placed to advise you in this situation.

Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine.

Travel insurance is compulsory for all of our adventures and you are required to provide your policy information before departing.

Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. We also strongly recommend it includes cancellation and curtailment insurance, should you be unable to join your trip for specific reasons such as illness.

We fully endorse Campbell Irvine as their insurance offers all of the above, so get in touch with them or call on 020 7938 1734 to get your insurance sorted. We suggest that you book travel insurance as soon as you book your adventure, just to cover you for any last-minute life changes. We know you’re an active lot and injuries do happen!

We automatically convert prices from the local currency that a host receives to your chosen currency. We update our exchange rates on a daily basis so this does mean that prices displayed on the site are subject to currency fluctuations, which is why you may see them change over time.

If you wish to change the currency you pay in, head to the bottom of the page.

All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. Children can be accommodated on some private departures.

You're always in good company on one of our adventures.

Our trips are typically made up of a mixture of solo travellers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.

It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.

Don't just take our word for it:

  • 95% of people rate the group dynamics on our trips 5/5
  • 90% of people recommend joining a trip to make new friends
  • 75% of people have met people on our trips that they would now consider friends

See here for more info about the Much Better Adventures tribe.

Interested in a more exclusive experience? Opt for a 'Private Group' through the dates and prices tab to book this adventure for just you and your chosen companions.

Our team of Adventure Hunters create exclusive adventures with highly vetted, specialist hosts. We only work with independent, local in-destination experts who know the very best places to explore and how to stay safe. Read more information about the local teams we partner with.

Much Better Adventures refer to the UK Government’s official travel advice when designing trips and monitoring trip operations. We recommend that all customers are familiar with the practical information provided on the Government’s FCDO website, where current travel advice can be found by searching for the applicable destination(s).

For customers joining this trip from other international destinations – please also read the official travel advice applicable to your country of residence/origin, as this may differ.

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Got questions? We've got answers

Our friendly and expert team is on hand to help you choose one of our adventures. So if you want answers to questions like "Who else is going?" or anything else about this trip – please get in touch.

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All our trips are now guaranteed to run. Once you’ve booked your spot you can immediately make your travel arrangements, no uncertainty, no hanging about (excludes 'request to book' departures). Full details

Flexible payments

Secure your spot with the minimum deposit and pay off the remaining balance in as many instalments as you like, with no interest or fees. Full details

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We’re so confident you’ll have an amazing time we’ll put our money on it. Full details

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To give you complete peace of mind we’re backed by ABTOT, ABTA and ATOL memberships. Full details

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We’re rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot with over 900 verified trip reviews averaging 4.8/5.

Connect before you go

You'll be invited to join a WhatsApp group to get to know each other before your big adventure together. Full details

DEPARTURE DATES

August 2024

Thursday • 1st August 2024

to Sunday • 4th August 2024
Guaranteed to run
Fully Booked

Saturday • 3rd August 2024

to Tuesday • 6th August 2024
Guaranteed to run
Last minute - Host approval required
Hurry, only 1 space left

Thursday • 8th August 2024

to Sunday • 11th August 2024
Guaranteed to run
Last minute - Host approval required
Last minute - save 5%

Saturday • 10th August 2024

to Tuesday • 13th August 2024
Guaranteed to run
Last minute - Host approval required

Thursday • 15th August 2024

to Sunday • 18th August 2024
Guaranteed to run

Saturday • 17th August 2024

to Tuesday • 20th August 2024
Guaranteed to run

Thursday • 22nd August 2024

to Sunday • 25th August 2024
Guaranteed to run

Saturday • 24th August 2024

to Tuesday • 27th August 2024
Guaranteed to run

Thursday • 29th August 2024

to Sunday • 1st September 2024
Guaranteed to run

Saturday • 31st August 2024

to Tuesday • 3rd September 2024
Guaranteed to run
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Go private and split the bill with ease.

Forget complex logistics, we've taken care of all the details to ensure a hassle-free get together. All of the adventure, none of the faff.

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