Deluxe Tour du Mont-Blanc Guided
The Tour du Mont-Blanc is the most famous trail running route in the world, and for good reason. Wandering over mountain trails from France, to Italy, to Switzerland and back into France, the “TMB” footpath includes some of the most iconic mountain terrain anywhere.
On our Deluxe TMB, we’ve taken our Classic Tour, and added a variety of special touches to make the journey extra special. You’ll get private airport transfers, and nearly every tour cost is included, such as mountain lifts, food and non-alcoholic drinks, and overnights in the finest accommodations along the trail.
Inspired? Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll get to experience:
We’ll kick off the trip with a warm up day running on one of Chamonix’s famed high “balconies.” Then, we’ll take our time and run the TMB over the course of seven days. Our overnights will be in a selection of the highest grade, most comfortable hotels in and around the Mont Blanc massif, including Chamonix, France; Courmayeur, Italy; and La Fouly, Switzerland.
Our route differs slightly from the standard Tour du Mont-Blanc and the famous ultra trail race of the same name. Where the race course takes less scenic routes, we diverge for better views and more enjoyable running.
Our typical day trail running the Tour du Mont Blanc starts with a deluxe, fresh continental buffet breakfast at our hotel, before heading out on the trail. With passes to cross, the hiking and running is challenging, but there will be a rest day to enjoy in Courmayeur and opportunities to shorten days later in the tour. On this level 3 tour, we’ll cover around 15- 20 miles with 3500 – 6000ft (1000 – 2000m) of climbing each day. Your bags will be transferred separately each day, so you can run with a light trail running vest.
In the evening, we’ll either dine together at our hotel, enjoying fresh, local cuisine, or eat nearby at one of the top restaurants in town. These are multi-course meals featuring local French, Italian and Swiss specialties, and will be hearty, filling, well-earned, and delicious. We will leave one evening in Courmayeur free, where you will have a chance to explore and dine at the restaurant of your choice.
At the base of Mont Blanc, Chamonix is the starting and finishing point of our tour. In this video Run the Alps staff and friends show you around our home of Chamonix, France.
Highlights
- Complete the full 170 km circuit in 7 running days
- Enjoy 1 warm-up day in Chamonix and 1 rest day in Courmayeur
- Stay in the region’s highest quality hotels and mountain inns
- Gourmet dining
- Luggage available every day
- Run the Alps’ guidebook and welcome pack
Alternatives
If you’re a cost-conscious trail runner, consider our Classic or Essentials TMB– or if you like the idea of big days out, trail running the TMB in just four days, check out our Express Tour du Mont-Blanc.
Top photos: Sam Hill, Majell Backhausen, R. Sena
