--- title: "TMB Classic 10 Days - Guided - Women Only" type: "tour" trip_type: "guided" lang: "en" distance_km: 122 elevation_plus_m: 6590 elevation_minus_m: 7760 difficulty: "Medium" duration_days: 10 from_price_eur: 3795 season: "June" accommodation: "hotels and lodges" start_point: "Les Houches" end_point: "Chamonix" url: "https://www.tmb-guide.com/en/tours/tmb-classic-10-day-guided-women-only/" description: "Women-only guided Tour du Mont Blanc in 10 days. 122 km trek with certified female guide, hotel accommodation, meals and luggage transport included." --- # TMB Classic 10 Days - Guided - Women Only Tour du Mont Blanc in 10 days, guided, women only. {{122 km | 76 mi}} trek with certified female mountain guide, hotel accommodation, all meals and luggage transport. ## Overview This women-only guided departure takes you around the entire Mont Blanc massif through France, Italy and Switzerland over 10 days. Led by a certified female mountain guide, you hike through spectacular alpine scenery while staying in comfortable hotels and mountain lodges with all meals and luggage transport included. This is a single June departure in 2026 - early booking is strongly recommended as places are limited. ## Stats - Trip type: guided - Difficulty: Medium - Duration: 10 days - Daily hours: 4 - 7h / day - Distance: 122 km - Elevation gain: 6590 m - Elevation loss: 7760 m - Accommodation: hotels and lodges - Start: Les Houches - End: Chamonix - From price: €3795 per person - Season: June ## Highlights - Col du Tricot and Bionnassay Glacier - Col du Bonhomme and Les Chapieux valley - Col de la Seigne - crossing into Italy - Mont de la Saxe panoramic ridge - Grand Col Ferret - entering Switzerland - Fenetre d'Arpette at {{2,665 m | 8,743 ft}} or Bovine balcony - Col de la Balme and return to France - Lac Blanc and Aiguilles Rouges panorama ## Included - Certified EU female mountain guide - 9 nights accommodation in hotels and mountain lodges - All meals (breakfast, packed lunch and dinner) - Daily luggage transport between stages - All accommodation reservations ## Not included - Travel to/from Les Houches and Chamonix - Drinks and personal expenses - Travel and cancellation insurance - Cable cars and local transport ## Availability - 06/2026: available - 07/2026: available - 08/2026: available - 09/2026: available - 06/2027: available - 07/2027: available - 08/2027: available - 09/2027: available ## Day-by-day itinerary ### Day 1: Day 1: Arrival in Les Houches - Distance: 0 km - Time: 0 h - Ascent: 0 m - Descent: 0 m You arrive in Les Houches and meet your guide and the rest of the group. Take the opportunity to explore this charming village at the foot of Mont Blanc and prepare for the days ahead. No hiking today. Night at a hotel in Les Houches. ### Day 2: Day 2: Les Houches - Les Contamines - Distance: 11 km - Time: 4 h - Ascent: 640 m - Descent: 1275 m You leave Les Houches and take the Bellevue cable car to ease the first climb. The TMB trail winds through beautiful forest above the Bionnassay valley, passing through picturesque alpine hamlets with superb views of Mont Blanc, the Dome du Gouter and the imposing Bionnassay Glacier. After crossing the Col du Tricot, you descend in switchbacks to the Chalet de Miage, then follow the river to the village of Les Contamines. Night in half-board at a hotel in Les Contamines. ### Day 3: Day 3: Les Contamines - Les Chapieux - Distance: 15 km - Time: 7 h - Ascent: 1200 m - Descent: 930 m After a short transfer to Notre-Dame de la Gorge, you begin the long climb toward Col du Bonhomme, then continue to the Croix du Bonhomme before descending into the remote Les Chapieux valley. This is a truly alpine stage with magnificent panoramas of the Aiguille des Glaciers. Night in half-board at a mountain lodge in Les Chapieux. ### Day 4: Day 4: Les Chapieux - Refuge Elisabetta (Italy) - Distance: 14 km - Time: 5 h - Ascent: 730 m - Descent: 315 m You leave Les Chapieux and climb steadily toward Col de la Seigne, which marks the border between France and Italy. As you cross into Italy, the panorama opens up dramatically with views of the Aiguilles de Peuterey and the Italian side of Mont Blanc. You descend to the Refuge Elisabetta, beautifully situated beneath the glaciers. For this night, you carry your personal belongings. Night in half-board at Refuge Elisabetta. ### Day 5: Day 5: Refuge Elisabetta - Courmayeur - Distance: 16 km - Time: 4 h - Ascent: 550 m - Descent: 980 m You climb to one of the finest balconies on the Tour du Mont Blanc, reaching the Col de Checrouit with spectacular views of the south face of Mont Blanc. You then descend to the lively Italian town of Courmayeur, either on foot or by cable car. Night at a hotel in Courmayeur. ### Day 6: Day 6: Courmayeur - La Fouly (Switzerland) - Distance: 14.4 km - Time: 6 h - Ascent: 950 m - Descent: 900 m You take a bus to the head of the Italian Val Ferret and hike along the Mont de la Saxe ridge, offering exceptional views of Mont Blanc, the Aiguille du Triolet and the Grandes Jorasses. You then climb to the Grand Col Ferret, crossing into Switzerland, and descend through alpine pastures to the charming village of La Fouly. Night in half-board at a hotel in La Fouly. ### Day 7: Day 7: La Fouly - Champex - Distance: 15.5 km - Time: 5 h - Ascent: 600 m - Descent: 500 m You walk through one of the most beautiful valleys in the Valais, admiring the traditional architecture of typical Swiss villages along the Val Ferret. You then reach the village of Champex and its charming mountain lake. Night in half-board at a hotel in Champex. ### Day 8: Day 8: Champex - Trient - Distance: 14.3 km - Time: 6 h - Ascent: 1300 m - Descent: 970 m Depending on conditions and the group's fitness, you either climb to the Fenetre d'Arpette at 2,665 m (8,743 ft), offering a spectacular panorama and a dramatic descent alongside the Trient Glacier, or take the scenic balcony trail via the Bovine pastures high above the Rhone valley. Night in half-board at a mountain lodge at Col de la Forclaz or in Trient. ### Day 9: Day 9: Trient - Argentiere (France) - Distance: 15 km - Time: 5 h - Ascent: 840 m - Descent: 930 m You cross Col de la Balme and return to France, greeted by a sweeping panorama of the Mont Blanc massif, the Aiguille Verte and the Chamonix valley below. The descent takes you through alpine meadows and forests to the village of Le Tour, then on to Argentiere. Night in half-board at a hotel in Argentiere. ### Day 10: Day 10: Argentiere - Chamonix - Distance: 11 km - Time: 5 h - Ascent: 450 m - Descent: 950 m The final hiking day follows the Balcon des Aiguilles Rouges, one of the finest panoramic trails in the Alps. You climb to Lac Blanc, where the view is simply unforgettable - the Aiguille Verte, Les Drus, the Mer de Glace, the Aiguilles de Chamonix and Mont Blanc spread out before you in a single sweeping vista. You then descend toward La Flegere and continue down to Chamonix. End of the trek in the afternoon in Chamonix. ## FAQ ### How difficult is the TMB 10-Day trek? The Tour du Mont Blanc is rated as a medium-difficulty trek (3/5). Each stage involves significant elevation gain and loss, but the trails are well-marked and maintained. A good level of fitness and some experience with mountain hiking are recommended before setting out. ### How far in advance should I book? We strongly recommend booking as early as possible. This women-only departure has a single date in June and places are limited. The TMB is one of the most popular treks in the Alps and accommodation fills up quickly. ### Can I join this tour as a solo traveller? Absolutely. This women-only guided departure is ideal for solo travellers. You join a small group of like-minded women and benefit from the expertise of a certified female mountain guide throughout the trek. It is an excellent way to experience the TMB in a supportive and friendly environment. ### Is luggage transport included? Yes, daily luggage transport between stages is included. You only carry a daypack with water, lunch and a warm layer. Your luggage is waiting for you each evening at your accommodation.