MTB in Aosta Valley Alps
TRAVERSE FROM MONTE ROSA TO MONT BLANC
840€VDA Traverse: a MTB tour in the Alps of Aosta Valley from East to West, with our expert MTB guides.
DURATION
4 days / 3 nights
On request, it is possible to either extend or shorten the mountain bike tour of Mont Blanc.
Check out our other MTB excursions and tours in the Alps of Aosta Valley!
LEVEL
Suitable for people in good shape, well-trained, and with good riding skills; the itinerary involves sections of portage and Alpine trails with a difficulty level of S2/S3/S4.
RECOMMENDED PERIOD
From mid June to late September.
TOUR TYPE
Mountain bike tour with an expert mountain bike guide and instructor of the Italian Cycling Federation; overnight stays in cozy alpine refuges and mountain B&Bs.
HIGHLIGHTS
- A long "coast to coast" from East to West: almost 180 km from Monte Rosa to Mont Blanc, from the ancient Walser culture to the recent engineering challenge of the Skyway cable car.
- An exciting itinerary through all the left-bank valleys of the Dora Baltea starting from Gressoney: Val d'Ayas, Valtournenche, Saint-Barthélemy, Valpelline, Valle del Gran San Bernardo and Val Ferret.
- The historic Ru Courtaud with its fascinating galleries.
- Discover the paths of the Alta Via 1 itinerary, through pastures, alpine huts, and still unspoiled nature.
- Scenic Alpine passes for "cycling mountaineering" above 2,800 meters.
- Tour with an expert MTB guide!
- On request, customize the MTB tour in the Alps of Aosta Valley program combining other outdoor activities and tours.
PROGRAM IN BRIEF - MTB TOUR IN AOSTA VALLEY ALPS
Day 1: Arrival in Pont-Saint-Martin - transfer to Gressoney - bike tour Bettaforca pass - Resy - Col Du Joux - Perrière
Day 2: Perrière - Nissod - Promiod - Alpe Parafromia - Mazod - Col De Bornes - Rifugio Magià
Day 3: Rifugio Magià - Lignan - Fonteil - Aosta - Etroubles - Cerisey
Day 4: Cerisey - Saint Leonard - Arp De Joux - Alpe Merdeux - Col Malatrà - Courmayeur
Contact us to receive the detailed program for the mountain bike tour in Aosta Valey: from Monte Rosa to Mont Blanc.
PRIVATE TOUR
Possible every day
840 euro per person
With 4 participants
The MTB tour in Aosta Valley - Monte Rosa Mont Blanc traverse can be organized both for individuals or private groups.
Contact us for further details and a tailor-made price.
GROUP TOUR
No planned departures yet. View our tours and excursions calendar for other tours in Aosta Valley and other destinations.
For private groups we can organize the tour with tailor made itinerary and services.
Contact us for further details and a tailor-made price.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Certified, English speaking MTB guide
- 2 overnight stays in B&Bs
- 1 overnight stay in a mountain hut
- Transfers as listed in the detailed program
- Meals as listed in the detailed itinerary
- Swedish spa experience at Maison Perrière
- Phone assistance during your tour
On request, it is possible to add or remove services from the standard ones
EXTRAS ON REQUEST
- Transfer to/from the tour starting/ending point
- MTB/E-bike rental
- Extra overnight stays
- Extra MTB days
- Other outdoor activities in Aosta Valley
Prices on request
Patrik
Verticalife MTB Guide
A sports and mountain enthusiast, born and raised in Aosta Valley, a region he deeply loves and strives to promote. He approached the world of Mtb in the mid-90s, obtained the diploma as a F.C.I. Mtb Instructor and the regional instructor diploma for Mtb, guiding and off-road cycling. He is eager for off-road trails and knows much of the 5000 km of trails in Valle d'Aosta, a true Alpine paradise for everyone, beginners and experts alike.
His mission is to promote outdoor sports activity on a mountain bike in complete safety.
