Embark on the ultimate Alpine adventure with the Tour du Mont Blanc, a trek that winds through the heart of the Alps, circling the highest peak in Western Europe. This epic journey spans three countries—France, Italy, and Switzerland—offering you a rich tapestry of cultures and breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc Massif from every angle. Each day brings its own unique adventure. Got questions about the Tour du Mont Blanc Trek? We've got you covered! Here are the top 5 FAQs about this legendary route.

Trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc generally takes around 12-14 days depending on the route you choose and how you’re travelling. If you’re short on time we recommend our 'Best Of' Tour du Mont Blanc trek, which takes you along the most scenic stages of the route all in just 8 days of trekking. Alternatively, you can complete our self-guided 'hut to hut' trek in just 9 days.

If you’ve never done a walking holiday in France before then the Tour du Mont Blanc is a great challenging introduction to the wonderful world of Alpine trekking. However, it is tough and even the lower graded trips require you to be a good weekend walker before setting off. For those looking for more of a challenge then our 'Ultimate' Tour du Mont Blanc is a hefty Grade 9, suitable for experienced walkers with a good level of fitness.

The short answer is yes. You will be climbing high up over mountain passes before descending back down to Alpine meadows. It will be steep at times, but it is forgiving and there will be flatter sections too.

Altitude is unlikely to affect you along the Tour du Mont Blanc. However, our 'Ultimate' Tour du Mont Blanc Trek does reach 2,800m, which can bring on some symptoms. So we recommend learning a bit about altitude and if on a guided tour make sure you let your leader know if you ever develop any symptoms.

You can certainly do half of the Tour du Mont Blanc trek, our 'Best Of' trek takes in the highlights of the tour in just 8 days. However, if time is an issue then why not look at the full range of walking holidays in France for something maybe shorter, but just as rewarding.