French & Italian Alps Lodge-to-Lodge Hiking 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 3-5

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

Casual & 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 Alps Lodge-to-Lodge Hiking 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 3-5

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

Casual & 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: Jul-Sep 2026: Jun-Sep

From $4,399 - $4,899 /person

Epic Alpine Adventure from Chamonix to Mont Blanc

Breathtaking landscapes? Check. Elegant chalets? Absolutely. Farm-fresh cheeses and hearty Alpine cuisine? You bet! On this high-altitude adventure, pink-tinged alpenglow casts its magical light over mountain culture at its finest.

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Highlights

  • Discover the heart of the Alps on this once-in-a-lifetime trek beneath rugged snow-dusted peaks
  • Get to know the region’s historic towns, from Italy’s irresistible Courmayeur to the famed French mountaineering center of Chamonix
  • Revel in majestic mountain views as you gaze over the dramatic escarpments and snowfields of Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest summit, which rises nearly 16,000 feet into the clouds
  • Traverse a part of the Mer de Glace, France's largest glacier, through a striking expanse of rocky terrain and blue-hued ice
  • Board the historic Mont Blanc Express train to explore idyllic pastures dotted with wildflowers and grazing cows
Italian, French & Swiss Alps Lodge-to-Lodge Hiking Tour map

Italy, France & Switzerland

Start/End Geneva

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

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Days 1-2

Description

Kick off your adventure with a lovely day spent in the Aiguille Rouge Natural Reserve, tracing the crystal-clear Arve River through tall pine forests and magnificent mountain scenery • In the evening, stroll through charming Chamonix • Board the Mont Blanc Express for a scenic ride to Vallorcine, a charming French village near the Swiss border • A picturesque gondola ride carries us high above the tree line • Wander through fields of wildflowers and past turquoise alpine lakes with incredible views of the mountains in all directions • Cross the border by foot—welcome to the Swiss Alps!—before returning to the French side for dinner.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Grand Hôtel des Alpes
Chamonix
*Deluxe Hotel

Built in 1840 and exuding mountain charm, this local landmark was the first grand hotel in Chamonix. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Day 3

Description

Head out with your mountaineering boots and crampons for an exciting glacier walk led by expert guides • Alternatively, spend a leisurely morning in Chamonix, then ramble along beautiful mountain paths from Chamonix to Montenvers • Feel as though you have the Alps all to yourself while you sip an apéritif and watch the sun set from our secluded high-altitude oasis.

Accommodations

Night 3

Refuge du Montenvers
Le Montenvers
Casual Hotel

Wake up to a panorama of the Mer de Glace and Aiguille des Drus in this 19th-century mountaineering landmark that once hosted Victor Hugo, George Sand, Charles Dickens and Napoleon III.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Days 4-6

Description

Admire the Aiguille du Midi, a needle of rock looming at 12,777 feet • Pause to soak in vistas of majestic Mont Blanc, Western Europe's highest peak • Walk on a balcony trail with gorgeous views overlooking the Chamonix Valley • Explore Val Ferret, a lush section of the Italian side of Monte Bianco (Mont Blanc) • Sip a cappuccino at a friendly rifugio (high-elevation hut) • Fly over glaciers and peaks as you cross the border between Italy and France by gondola • Hike a portion of the Tour du Mont Blanc trail, considered one of the best in the world • Dine on nourishing Northern Italian cuisine • Feel at home in the region's unique and irresistible mountain culture • Visit lively Courmayeur and relax at our cozy alpine retreat.

Accommodations
Le Massif

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Le Massif
Courmayeur
*Premiere Hotel

Sophisticated style with a warm yet minimalist aesthetic is paired with spectacular views of the Mont Blanc massif and a rugged mountain landscape. (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

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

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

Nights 1-2

Grand Hôtel des Alpes
Chamonix

*Deluxe Hotel

Built in 1840 and exuding mountain charm, this local landmark was the first grand hotel in Chamonix. (pool, spa)

Night 3

Refuge du Montenvers
Le Montenvers

Casual Hotel

Wake up to a panorama of the Mer de Glace and Aiguille des Drus in this 19th-century mountaineering landmark that once hosted Victor Hugo, George Sand, Charles Dickens and Napoleon III.

Nights 4-5

Le Massif
Courmayeur

*Premiere Hotel

Sophisticated style with a warm yet minimalist aesthetic is paired with spectacular views of the Mont Blanc massif and a rugged mountain landscape. (pool, spa)

From $4,399 /person

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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: In 2025, some late August and September departures will end in Turin, Italy instead of Geneva, Switzerland. Please see dates and detailed itineraries for more information. 

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