Hiking and Mountaineering in the Alps
Mont Blanc Glacier Tour Experience

The Vallée Blanche traverse in the Mont Blanc glacier, a great day experience for all hiking and mountaineering enthusiasts, with our expert Alpine Guides.
GROUP CLIMBS
220 euro per person
With 4 participants
PRIVATE TOUR
Possible every day
The Vallée Blanche Mont Blanc mountaineering experience can be organized both for individuals or private groups.
Contact us for further details and a tailor-made price.
DURATION
1 day (4-6 hours walking time)
On request, it is possible to either extend or shorten the Mont Blanc traverse program.
Check out our other mountaineering excursions and tours in the Alps of Aosta Valley!
LEVEL
Suitable for hikers (also beginners) in good shape without any cardio-respiratory disease, capable to walk 6-7 hours a day with +/- 1000 m of altitude difference.
The itineraries will be chosen according to the level and experience of the participants and on the weather conditions.
Looking for a less demanding experience? Check out the Mont Blanc glacier excursion!
WHERE
Mont Blanc, starting from Courmayeur (Aosta Valley Alps).
TOUR TYPE
Day excursion on glacier with an Alpine Guide, mountaineering equipment rental and Skyway cable car tickets.
HIGHLIGHTS
- A day on Mont Blanc, exploring the most remote corners of the Giant's Glacier, Europe's rooftop.
- Learn to walk with crampons (or snowshoes) and in roped party.
- Amazing landscapes: walk through the spectacular seracs, crevasses and granite pinnacles of the Mont Blanc glacier with our expert Alpine Guides.
- Ascent on the spectacular Skyway cable car towards Punta Helbronner / Rifugio Torino.
- On request, customize the Mont Blanc glacier traverse program combining other outdoor activities and tours.

PROGRAM - MONT BLANC GLACIER TRAVERSE
Meeting at 8am with the Alpine Guide at the departure of the Courmayeur cable cars. Ascent with the Skyway cable car to Punta Helbronner/Torino Refuge.
Start of the traverse on the Glacier du Gigante. Approximately 4-6 hours and 800m of elevation gain in total.
Return to the Torino Refuge, where it is possible to conclude the traverse with a panoramic snack, and descent back to Courmayeur with the cable car.
If you are looking for an easier day experience on an alpine glacier, see our excursion on the Mont Blanc glacier.
TAILOR-MADE EXPERIENCE
The program can be modified according to your needs and ideas. Contact us to receive a tailor-made price and itinerary!
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- English speaking Alpine Guide for 1 day and his/her expenses (other languages possible on request)
- Skyway cable car tickets, round trip Courmayeur - Mont Blanc, Punta Helbronner
- Mountaineering equipment rental (harness, crampons or snowshoes, walking sticks) - personal equipment not included, please read our advice and recommendations
- Shared mountaineering equipment: rope and other safety gear
EXTRAS ON REQUEST
- Transfer to/from the tour starting/ending point
- Extra overnight stays
- Extra mountaineering days
- Other outdoor activities in Aosta Valley
Prices on request