French, Italian & Swiss Alps Family Multi-Adventure Tour
French, Italian & Swiss Alps Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jul-Aug2026: Jun-Aug
Legendary Mont Blanc, Chamonix & Lake Geneva
Score an alpine hat trick on this family frolic through Italy, France and Switzerland. In a land of pine trees and snowy peaks, the country may change but the adventure stays evergreen.
Highlights
- Trek with your family in the foothills of iconic Mont Blanc, on a balcony trail below the Aiguille du Midi
- Discover alpine paths in the Aosta Valley, where a lush wooded landscape opens up to views of snowcapped mountains
- Paddle down thrilling Class IV rapids on the Dora Baltea River
- Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring scenery from Italy’s Courmayeur to the French mountaineering center of Chamonix
- Strap on your crampons and trek the icy foothills of the Mer de Glace glacier
Start/End Geneva
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Journey with your family through a mountain wonderland in the Italian Alps • Walk hand-picked stretches of the Tour du Mont Blanc, considered one of the best hikes in the world • Follow a towering balcony trail over Val Veny, taking in scenes of Monte Bianco (Mont Blanc) and the wondrously green valley below • Stop for lunch at a postcard-perfect rifugio (high-elevation refuge) • Trek in the Aosta Valley, home to ibex, chamois, eagles and marmots • Raft down Class IV rapids on the glacial Dora Baltea River • Dive into Courmayeur’s one-of-a-kind Italian alpine culture and atmosphere.
Nights 1-2
A stylish and modern alpine retreat nestled in a quiet area amid rocky mountain peaks. (pool, spa)
Day 3
Fly over glaciers and peaks as you cross the border between Italy and France by gondola • Discover the Aiguille du Midi, a lone needle of rock looming above ice fields and moraine-strewn crags, and take in breathtaking views of the Chamonix Valley from its summit • Explore the renowned mountaineering center of Chamonix • After a full day, relax in the outdoor spa of our unique high-altitude hotel.
Night 3
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)
Days 4-6
Hike with crampons and local high-alpine guides on the Mer de Glace (Sea of Ice), the Alps’ second-largest glacier • In Switzerland, sparkling Lake Geneva awaits • Splash around in the pool, soak up the sun or unwind at the spa at the grand Fairmont Le Montreux Palace • Head into the Swiss canton of Vaud and follow trails amid tidy vineyards and magnificent peaks with beautiful views of Lake Geneva • Stand-up paddleboard near Chillon Castle, an island fortress that once controlled passage between northern and southern Europe • Trek through the terraced vineyards of the Lavaux, a World Heritage landscape • Au revoir! Bid farewell to an incredible family journey through the Alps.
Nights 4-5
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)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Our hikes through the Alps’ captivating, rugged terrain climb rocky and sometimes uneven paths, many of which are remote and do not intersect with roads. Vehicles will get us to and from the trailheads, but due to the nature of these trails, we won’t see our vehicles along the route. Ample trail support in the form of water, snacks and encouragement is provided by your Backroads leaders and local guides.
Hiking in the mountains can mean quickly changing, unpredictable weather, even during the warm and sunny summer months. Careful packing is essential for your comfort and overall enjoyment. Be prepared to carry multiple layers every day on the trip—warm base layers, a windproof/rain jacket and rain pants, and even a down jacket, hat and gloves for our day hiking on the glacier.
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
Premiere Hotel
A stylish and modern alpine retreat nestled in a quiet area amid rocky mountain peaks. (pool, spa)
Night 3
*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
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)
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Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 1 customer
The most excellent experience.
This family vacation was, honestly, one of the best we have ever experienced. The places alone were phenomenal but without the activities, the assembly of other travelers on this particular trip, and the absolutely fantastic dynamics of our leaders, it would have not been the amazing and memorable experience we enjoyed. My husband and I did a more mellow backroads trip in the past, a beautiful walking tour from Portugal to Spain on the Santiago expedition. That was fantastic -- incredibly smooth, great guides, overall an excellent experience. We knew BackRoads would be meticulously well planned, removing the stressful bumps and surprises of a lot of travel, especially with five people. The adventure trip was completely what we needed -- activities that were unique, kept our family busy, and presented us with new challenges. The guides, I will say, were the extra special aspect of this trip. We were fortunate enough to have Sylvan (the most pleasant person I have ever met in my life) as the behind the scenes coordinator. Thankfully we did get time to enjoy his amazing personality and talents as a chef (the picnics are always my favorite). Davide (of course without the Italian accent, we never pronounced it perfectly), was really down to earth and had a very sincere interest in each guest, paying attention to the details we shared, and also sharing his own experiences. I thought he was an incredibly talented guide, but also a unique person with an authenticity that made you feel like you truly were enjoying an experience with a new friend. James was also an excellent guide. His easy going spirit and light-heartedness kept the group dynamics very affable and extremely pleasant. Sense of humor is one of my favorite qualities in a person. The synergy of these three guides was a perfect combination and I only have the highest praise for each of them. Thank you for making our trip so pleasant and memorable!
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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