Hike Like a Woman – Tour du Mont Blanc with Rebecca
Adventure
Hike Like a Woman – Tour du Mont Blanc with Rebecca
Experience the Tour du Mont Blanc like few others, following a reverse route that ensures quieter trails and a more peaceful trekking experience. This guided journey, hosted by Rebecca from Hike Like a Woman, takes you through France, Italy, and Switzerland, offering breathtaking mountain scenery, charming alpine villages, and dramatic high-altitude passes.
Unlike traditional treks, this adventure prioritizes comfort and ease, with overnight stays in dormitory-style mountain huts and inns, allowing you to hike with just a lightweight pack. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of Mont Blanc, traverse ancient trade routes, and savor local specialties like Beaufort cheese and Italian espresso. With expert guidance, comfortable accommodations, and a route designed to escape the crowds, this is a truly one-of-a-kind way to experience the Alps.
This women’s-only adventure embodies Rebecca’s Hike Like a Woman mantra – empowerment, camaraderie, confidence and importantly, FUN on the trail. Embracing the spirit of adventure, you’ll tackle mountain passes, celebrate challenges, and forge lasting friendships – all while soaking in the stunning beauty of the Mont Blanc region.
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Trip Finish:
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Accommodation: Comfortable Dormitory Style Refugios/Huts
Included Meals: Daily Breakfast, Chef-Prepared Packed Lunches, Snacks, Dinner During Trek
Group Size: Up to 11 Guests + Host Rebecca
Inclusions
Highly Qualified English Speaking Local Mountain Trekking Guide
Accommodation: Comfortable Dormitory Style Refugios/Huts
Hot Showers at All Overnight Stops
Included Meals: Daily Breakfast, Chef-Prepared Packed Lunches, Snacks, Dinner During Trek
Chef-Prepared Dried Fruit & Nut Snacks
Daily Luggage Transfer (excl Day 4)
Bellevue Cable Car
Col de Tricot Traverse
Alpage du Truc Pastures with Glacier Views
Col du Bonhomme Ascent via Historic Roman Road
Les Chapieux Valley
Col de la Seigne Crossing
Aosta Valley - Mont Blanc Italian Face Views
Grand Col Ferret - Mont Dolent Views
La Fouly (Valais Region)
Rhône Valley
Chamonix Valley
Le Tour to Prarion Train Ride
Exclusions
Flights
Airport Transfers
Visa/Entry Requirements
Meals Not Mentioned in Inclusions
Personal Expenses incl Tips
Travel Insurance (Required)
Your Host
Rebecca Walsh – Hike Like a Woman
Hi, I’m Rebecca. I’m a guide, ski instructor, Army Veteran, breast cancer survivor, mountain climber, and a big fan of adventure travel. I started Hike Like a Woman in 2014 because I wanted to smash barriers to entry into the outdoors and help women explore. So far, I’ve led over 50 group trips, from the Wyoming wilderness to the rugged Andes and the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. I’d love to have you join me on an adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1 Les Houches to Les Contamines
Your adventure begins in Les Houches at 9 a.m., where you’ll take the Bellevue cable car for a stunning aerial view over the Chamonix Valley. The trail ascends through alpine meadows and across the dramatic Col de Tricot, offering breathtaking views of the Bionnassay Glacier. A descent leads through charming mountain pastures at Alpage du Truc, where wooden chalets dot the landscape. Finally, you continue through serene forests before reaching Les Contamines, a traditional French village where you can unwind and enjoy a hearty Savoyard meal.
- Walking Time: 5.5 hours
- Elevation Gain: 650 meters (2,130 feet)
Day 2 Les Contamines to Les Chapieux
The day begins on a historic Roman road, an ancient pathway winding through larch forests and alpine meadows. As you ascend, the imposing peaks rise around you, leading to the first major pass, Col du Bonhomme (2,329 m). From here, a further push takes you over the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme (2,479 m), where panoramic views stretch across the valleys. The descent into Les Chapieux is equally rewarding, with sweeping green pastures home to grazing cows and the region’s famous Beaufort cheese farms.
- Walking Time: 7 hours
- Elevation Gain: 1,450 meters (4,750 feet)
Day 3 Les Chapieux to Col Chécrouit
Leaving Les Chapieux, the path gently ascends through remote alpine terrain before reaching the Col de la Seigne (2,516 m), marking your entrance into Italy. The jagged peaks of the Aosta Valley welcome you, providing incredible views of Mont Blanc’s imposing Italian face. As you descend, the landscape softens, leading into the scenic valley below. After a well-deserved break in the charming town of Courmayeur, you’ll begin the final climb towards Col Chécrouit, where a cozy mountain hut awaits, offering one of the best sunset spots on the trail.
- Walking Time: 8 hours
- Elevation Gain: 1,190 meters (3,900 feet)
Trip Photos
Important Notes
PHYSICAL FITNESS:
This Tour du Mont Blanc route is rated as moderate (3/5), and involves trekking long distances at high altitudes. A moderate to high level of fitness is highly recommended to ensure that you are able to get the most out of the experience. Your host Rebecca has completed many long distance treks, so please reach out to her directly if you have any questions about the level of fitness required.
FEMALE-ONLY TRIP:
Note that this is a women’s-only trip.
ARRIVAL:
Make sure your travel plans allow you to arrive at the allocated meeting point in Chamomix by the scheduled guest meeting time. More information on this will be provided once the trip is confirmed. The closest airport to Chamonix is Geneva Airport (GVA), located about 90 kilometers (or 56 miles) away, with a drive time of roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes, and numerous transfer options available.
DEPARTURE:
On the final day, you are free to depart at any time.
DESTINATION GUIDE:
For a detailed destination guide for this trip’s location, head to https://bestintravelgroup.com/mont-blanc-destination-guide/
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Be sure to check entry requirements based on the passport that you will be travelling with.
TRIP CONFIRMATION:
A trip is listed as PENDING until the minimum guest numbers are reached, at which point the trip becomes CONFIRMED. Guests will be notified when a trip becomes CONFIRMED.
BOOKING FLIGHTS:
We do not recommend booking flights until your trip is CONFIRMED.
BOOKING T&Cs:
We recommend you familiarise yourself with our Booking Terms & Conditions for more information about our booking, deposit and cancellation policies.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is required, and this will need to organised independently. There are a number of travel insurance comparison websites available. We do not recommend organising this until your trip is CONFIRMED. For more information on travel insurance head to https://bestintravelgroup.com/protect-your-adventure-best-in-travels-guide-to-travel-insurance/
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