---
title: "TMB Classic 10 Days - Guided"
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: "July to September"
accommodation: "hotels and lodges"
start_point: "Les Houches"
end_point: "Chamonix"
url: "https://www.tmb-guide.com/en/tours/tmb-classic-10-day-guided/"
description: "Classic Tour du Mont Blanc in 10 days with certified guide. 122 km through France, Italy and Switzerland with hotels, meals and luggage transport."
---

# TMB Classic 10 Days - Guided

Classic Tour du Mont Blanc in 10 days with certified mountain guide. {{122 km | 76 mi}} trek through France, Italy and Switzerland with hotel accommodation, all meals and luggage transport.

## Overview

Join a small group of 4 to 14 hikers led by a certified mountain guide for the complete Tour du Mont Blanc in 10 days. You stay in comfortable hotels and mountain lodges, with all meals and daily luggage transport included so you can hike with just a daypack. Your guide handles the logistics while you focus on the trail - crossing three countries through some of the finest alpine scenery in Europe. Departures run from July to September 2026, but places fill up fast and early booking is strongly recommended.

## 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: July to September

## Highlights

- Col de Tricot and Bionnassay glacier
- Col du Bonhomme and Croix du Bonhomme
- Col de la Seigne - crossing into Italy
- Grand Col Ferret - entering Switzerland
- Col de la Balme - return to France
- Lac Blanc and Aiguilles Rouges panorama

## Included

- 9 nights accommodation (3-4 star hotels and mountain lodges)
- Certified EU mountain guide throughout
- 9 breakfasts, 9 dinners and 8 picnic lunches
- Daily luggage transport (max 15 kg per bag)
- Scheduled transfers as per itinerary
- Cable cars included (Bellevue, La Flegere)

## Not included

- Travel to/from Les Houches and Chamonix
- Drinks
- Non-scheduled transfers and airport transport
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses

## 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

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You arrive in Les Houches and meet your guide and fellow hikers at 6pm for a welcome briefing. This is the chance to go over the itinerary, ask any last questions and get to know the group before the trek begins.
No hiking today.
Night at a 3-star hotel in Les Houches.

### Day 2: Day 2: Les Houches - Les Contamines

- Distance: 12 km
- Time: 4.5 h
- Ascent: 640 m
- Descent: 1275 m

The trek begins with a cable car ride up to Bellevue, giving you an effortless gain of altitude and your first close-up views of the Bionnassay glacier. From here, you descend to the Col de Tricot - a dramatic crossing above the glacial torrent with Mont Blanc towering above. The trail continues through forest and alpine meadows with outstanding views of the Mont Blanc massif before dropping down into the charming village of Les Contamines.
Night at a 4-star hotel in Les Contamines.

### Day 3: Day 3: Les Contamines - Les Chapieux

- Distance: 14.5 km
- Time: 6.5 h
- Ascent: 1200 m
- Descent: 900 m

A transfer takes you to Notre Dame de la Gorge, a historic chapel marking the start of the old Roman road into the mountains. You climb steadily through alpine pastures and rocky terrain to the Col du Bonhomme, then press on to the Col de la Croix du Bonhomme. This is a big mountain day with wide-open landscapes, cascading streams and views stretching across the Beaufortain range. The descent leads into the remote valley of Les Chapieux.
Night at a mountain lodge in Les Chapieux.

### Day 4: Day 4: Les Chapieux - Courmayeur (Italy)

- Distance: 15 km
- Time: 6 h
- Ascent: 700 m
- Descent: 1000 m

A short bus transfer takes you to Ville des Glaciers, from where you begin the climb toward Col de la Seigne. This is one of the iconic moments of the TMB - as you crest the col, you cross from France into Italy and the panorama opens up dramatically. The Grandes Jorasses, the Aiguilles de Peuterey and the Italian flank of Mont Blanc fill the horizon. You descend through Val Veny before a transfer brings you into the lively Italian town of Courmayeur.
Night at a 3-star hotel in Courmayeur.

### Day 5: Day 5: Courmayeur - La Fouly (Switzerland)

- Distance: 14.4 km
- Time: 5.5 h
- Ascent: 850 m
- Descent: 1000 m

A transfer takes you into the Italian Val Ferret, from where you begin the ascent toward the Grand Col Ferret. As you gain altitude, the views of the Mont Blanc massif behind you become increasingly spectacular. Crossing the col brings you into Switzerland, with the Combins massif and Grand Combin glacier ahead. The descent through Swiss alpine pastures leads to the quiet village of La Fouly in the heart of the Swiss Val Ferret.
Night at a 3-star hotel in La Fouly.

### Day 6: Day 6: La Fouly - Champex

- Distance: 15.4 km
- Time: 5.5 h
- Ascent: 550 m
- Descent: 600 m

A gentler day through the Swiss Val Ferret valley, passing through traditional alpine villages with their wooden chalets and flower-filled balconies. The trail follows the valley floor and gentle hillsides, offering a welcome change of rhythm after the high passes of previous days. You arrive at Champex, a small resort village set beside a beautiful mountain lake surrounded by forests.
Night at a 3-star hotel in Champex.

### Day 7: Day 7: Champex - Trient

- Distance: 15 km
- Time: 6 h
- Ascent: 800 m
- Descent: 1365 m

Leaving Champex, you climb through alpine pastures to reach the Col de Bovine balcony trail - a spectacular high path with sweeping views over the Rhone Valley far below and the Bernese Alps on the horizon. The trail traverses open hillsides before a long descent through forest brings you down to the small village of Trient, tucked into a quiet valley beneath the Trient glacier.
Night at a mountain lodge in Trient.

### Day 8: Day 8: Trient - Argentiere (France)

- Distance: 11.2 km
- Time: 6.5 h
- Ascent: 1000 m
- Descent: 820 m

Today you cross the Col de la Balme and return to France. The climb from Trient winds through alpine meadows, and from the col you are rewarded with a panoramic view of the Mont Blanc massif and the Aiguille Verte. The descent takes you past the old border huts and down into the Chamonix valley, arriving at the village of Argentiere beneath the impressive Argentiere glacier.
Night at a 3-star hotel in Argentiere.

### Day 9: Day 9: Argentiere - Chamonix

- Distance: 9.6 km
- Time: 6 h
- Ascent: 900 m
- Descent: 1100 m

The final full day of hiking takes you along the Balcon des Aiguilles Rouges, one of the most scenic trails in the Alps. You climb to Lac Blanc at 2,352 m (7,717 ft), where the reflection of Mont Blanc and the Grandes Jorasses in the still water creates an unforgettable panorama. After taking in the views, you descend to the La Flegere cable car station for the ride down into the Chamonix valley.
Night at a 4-star hotel in Chamonix.

### Day 10: Day 10: Chamonix - Departure

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After a final breakfast at your hotel, the trek comes to an end. You check out and depart at your leisure. If you have time, Chamonix offers plenty to explore - from the Aiguille du Midi cable car to the town's many outdoor shops and cafes.
No hiking today.

## FAQ

### How difficult is the TMB 10-Day Guided trek?

The Tour du Mont Blanc is rated as a medium-difficulty trek (3/5). Daily stages average 4 to 7 hours of hiking with significant elevation changes, but the trails are well-marked and your guide sets a pace suitable for the group. A good level of fitness and some experience with mountain hiking are recommended.

### How far in advance should I book?

We strongly recommend booking several months ahead. The TMB is one of the most popular treks in the Alps and guided group places fill up quickly, especially for July and August departures. Early booking ensures you get your preferred dates.

### Can I join alone as a solo hiker?

Yes, guided group departures are open to solo travellers. You join a group of 4 to 14 hikers accompanied by 1 or 2 certified mountain guides throughout the trek. It is a great option if you want the social experience of a group and the expertise of a professional guide.

### How does luggage transport work?

Your main bag (maximum 15 kg) is transported between accommodation each day by vehicle. You hike with just a daypack carrying water, your picnic lunch and a warm layer. Your luggage is waiting for you when you arrive at each evening's hotel or lodge.