French, Italian & Swiss Alps Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

French, Italian & Swiss Alps Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Sep 2026: Jul-Sep

From $5,799 - $6,199 /person

Legendary Mont Blanc, Chamonix & Lake Geneva

Score an Alpine hat trick on this unforgettable journey through Italy, France and Switzerland. In a land of pine trees and snowy peaks, the country may change but the adventure stays evergreen.  

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Walk/Hike
Ice Walk
Raft
Paddleboard

Highlights

  • Hike a breathtaking balcony trail beneath the Aiguille du Midi, nestled in the foothills of iconic Mont Blanc—Western Europe’s highest peak, soaring nearly 16,000 feet into the clouds
  • Explore alpine trails through the Aosta Valley, where lush landscapes opens up to stunning views of snowcapped mountains
  • Ride down Class IV rapids on the Dora Baltea River and paddleboard across Lake Geneva to reach an ancient castle
  • Revel in an awe-inspiring landscape from Italy’s irresistible Courmayeur to the famed Swiss Riviera of Montreux
  • Traverse a part of the Mer de Glace, France's largest glacier, to experience an otherworldly landscape of rocky terrain and blue-hued ice
French, Italian and Swiss Alps Multi-Adventure Tour map

France, Italy & Switzerland

Start/End Geneva

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Five guests white water rafting.

Days 1-2

Description

Start your alpine journey on the Italian side of the Mont Blanc range, home to legendary hiking routes • Each day brings a new breathtaking viewpoint • Enjoy lunch at a postcard-perfect rifugio (mountain refuge) • Spot ibex, chamois, eagles and marmots as you hike in the Aosta Valley • Raft down Class IV rapids on the Dora Baltea River • Discover Courmayeur’s Italian alpine culture and atmosphere.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Grand Hotel Courmayeur Mont Blanc
Courmayeur
Premiere Hotel

A stylish and modern alpine retreat nestled in a quiet area amid rocky mountain peaks. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Man and woman with walking poles ascending a grassy mountain

Day 3

Description

Soar over glaciers and massifs as you cross the border between France and Italy by gondola • Marvel at the Aiguille du Midi, a lone needle of rock looming above ice fields, and take in jaw-dropping views of the Chamonix Valley from its summit • Sip a sunset aperitivo while you look out at pink-tinted mountain vistas from our luxurious alpine lodge. 

Accommodations

Night 3

Chalet Hôtel Le Prieuré
Chamonix
*Casual Hotel

Tucked in the center of Chamonix, enjoy views of the snowcapped mountains from your own private balcony or relax at the hotel's newly built Cinq Mondes spa. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Close-up shot of an Alpine Ibex.

Days 4-6

Description

Hike on the Mer de Glace (Sea of Ice), the Alps’ second-largest glacier, complete with crampons and local climbing guides • Border hop from France to Switzerland and settle in at our palatial hotel overlooking Lake Geneva • Board a cog train up to the famed Rochers de Naye • Trek through grand Swiss peaks and fairy-tale villages • Paddleboard across the glassy surface of Lake Geneva, passing rich foliage, yellow wildflowers and charming lakeside castles • Dine on cheese-forward dishes like raclette and fondue • Walk through the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, a picturesque World Heritage landscape.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
Montreux
Premiere Hotel

On the shore of dazzling Lake Geneva, this palatial hotel features top-notch service, outstanding views of the Alps and sun-filled luxurious rooms. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Grand Hotel Courmayeur Mont Blanc
Courmayeur

Premiere Hotel

A stylish and modern alpine retreat nestled in a quiet area amid rocky mountain peaks. (pool, spa)

Night 3

Chalet Hôtel Le Prieuré
Chamonix

*Casual Hotel

Tucked in the center of Chamonix, enjoy views of the snowcapped mountains from your own private balcony or relax at the hotel's newly built Cinq Mondes spa. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
Montreux

Premiere Hotel

On the shore of dazzling Lake Geneva, this palatial hotel features top-notch service, outstanding views of the Alps and sun-filled luxurious rooms. (pool, spa)

From $5,799 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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Note: Late August and September departures end in Turin, Italy, instead of Geneva, Switzerland. Please see dates and detailed itineraries for more information.

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