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The whole trip was absolutely outstanding. As a 17 year old soloing this adventure, I felt incredibly included and appreciated within the group which significantly added to the entire trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Honestly the most inspiring moments where being able to accomplish each day one at a time, even though some where tough, the views surely made up for it.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader “Rocia” was a wonderful person, very supportive and knowledgeable on all aspects of the trek.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I advise others wishing to take part in this trek to definitely ensure they have a pretty solid fitness standard. Most days are long and steep, one being 25km with high elevation though even at my basic fitness the whole team was very supportive with my pacing. All in all an amazing experience and definitely in the market to doing more like this in the future. 100% worth it :)
Just back from superb Tour de Mont Blanc 2w camping trek. The scenery was stunning each and every day, the days were full and active, we camped in the most beautiful locations and were fortunate to have the most friendly approachable and knowledgeable leader Agu and camping manager/chef Keiron, both of whom were brilliant and couldn’t have made the trip run better. I’m glad we didnt do the hotel version. Cant recommend this trip enough!
Most Inspirational Moment
Hiking up high to view Mont Blanc covered in snow and the various glaciers around it
Thoughts on Group Leader
Agu Toro was extremely friendly approachable and knowledgeable - we couldn't have asked for a better leader. He gave us a daily warm up and managed the pace of the group really well
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you like camping this trip is more enjoyable than the hotel version for the stunning camp locations. Great food.
Take ear plugs as the sites were not always quiet. The blackout tents worked well. Great camaraderie with the other participants
The scenery was stunning throughout. Each day’s walk gave a different experience, both the views and the walking profiles. The itinerary is such that the difficulty of the walking generally increases over the course of the tour. It’s worth noting that the itinerary does leave a few small gaps in the TMB route. The camping was generally enjoyable (we had very good weather on most days but the one wet night did make the camping experience a little more challenging). All campsites, even the ones noted as “basic” had showers, and several had extensive facilities. However, it seems to be common practice in the area to not have toilet seats. Breakfasts and lunches were basic and somewhat repetitive, but the dinners were excellent and varied. The pace of the tour is high, with very early starts most days. Our leader Hristian, and camping manager/chef Kieron, were fantastic. We used our first rest day to take the Skyway Monte Bianco and Panoramic Mont Blanc cable cars to the Aiguille du Midi – if the weather is good, we strongly recommend this amazing experience.
Everything was well thought out and efficient, from waking up, getting breakfast, packing up the tents and making lunch to getting out on the trail and experiencing the Alps with an excellent guide and a great group of people to enjoy with.
Most Inspirational Moment
Honestly, our group got along really well and pretty quickly, which I highly enjoyed as it made the experience so much better. The outstanding views throughout the entire trip were without a doubt a highlighted in enough itself, especially the campsites which had incredible views making it a superb place to relax after a long, but amazing day on the trail.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Honestly, I thought Rocia was an excellent guide and was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the terrain. She was very sociable and enthusiastic, going out of the way to tell us about specific plants and wildlife of the Alps. I highly enjoyed her company I thought she made the trip 100% better.
I have done a number of treks and Tour du Mont Blanc has to be one of the best. The trip was well organised and a lot of thought had gone into the length of the walking days and transport. The walking guide was brilliant – very knowledgeable and supportive and interacted well with everyone. The chef was fantastic and prepared wonderful meals which were varied and high quality.
Most Inspirational Moment
The amazing views, the great food, the people on the trip and the fantastic guide and chef.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Hristian was knowledgeable and very supportive of the whole group. He made time to speak to everyone and if someone was struggling he was there to help. He gave us lots of relevant information about the history and geography of the area. He was good fun and socialised with everyone.
The mountains, wild flower meadows, bird & butterflies on the Tour de Mont Blanc were truly spectacular, exceeding my already high expectations. The hiking was tough – really tough on some days, but the rewards were immense. The route was brilliant, and it was definitely a good idea to have the more challenging climbs in the second week. The camping was extremely well-organised, blackout tents great, EXCELLENT home-cooked food from our brilliant camp manager Albert, was always something to look forward to in the evening. Overall, I would say this is a trip not to be missed for keen, fit hikers who love the mountains.
Most Inspirational Moment
Hiking from Switzerland into Italy with the grandeur of the Mont Blanc Massif stretched out in front of us, surrounded by wild flower meadows - truly unforgettable.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Adrian, our group leader was outstanding. His knowledge, enthusiasm, sense of humour, generosity of spirit and energy were boundless. Adrian's love of the mountains and the outdoors was palpable and I learned a great deal about the area during the hike. Adrian and the marvellous camp manager Albert made a fantastic team - they looked after the group with real attention to detail and care. They worked extremely hard to make sure that our experience was so good.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You will love this hike, but you do need to be fit. Good idea to start on a specific cardio and strengthening programme a few before you go - then you will get the most out of the holiday and have more time to have coffee and cake at the mountain huts.
Adrián and Albert clearly love what they do, they worked very well together and gave us the leadership we needed for quite a challenging trek.
Most Inspirational Moment
Wildlife, scenery, team spirit, arriving at camp after a long day, tents already set up and fabulous home cooking.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Adrián's enthusiasm, sense of humour and encouragement had a positive impact on the whole group. Took time to help and follow up on injuries, options for changes and recommendations. Very good leader.
TMB camping was the 4th and the most challanging long distance hike since my retirement. We were with 12 fellow hikers (me: the only continental person and the oldest female) aged 18-76, guided by Tim, the best guide I ever hiked with and taken care of by Alberto, a hard working chef kook and we had an unlimited fun!
Most Inspirational Moment
There were so many: the first day when we were overwhelmed by the beauty of the surrounding, the day we entered Switzerland and were overwhelmed by heavy rain, hail and thunders and kept laughing, the stunning views on Monte Bianco on Italian trek and the last day , technical hike which I liked a lot!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tim Stephens, assisted by tireless Alberto.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just do it, it will be one of the highlights of your life. And choose for a camping trek as I was adviced to!
I very much enjoyed the trip. The scenery was fantastic as well as the weather (most days). I really enjoyed the camaraderie which developed within the group over the two weeks and the camping was well organised with good meals and good fun. Our group leader was exceptional.
Most Inspirational Moment
Ascending numerous passes - particularly Col Feret with its amazing views.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tim was fantastic - really knowledgeable. He managed a group of wide ranging walking abilities very well and had great knowledge of the local flora and fauna. His photographs shared with the group were very much appreciated. Albert, the camp manager was equally fantastic - an excellent cook and always very friendly and helpful.
Advice for Potential Travellers
This is a really rewarding experience but it can be very challenging (regular 1000m ascents/descents and walking up to 8 hours per day). You need to test yourself with some back-to-back days of big climb walking before embarking on this trip.
Returned last week from this amazing trek with a wonderful group of people. The scenery was spectacular and was so healing to be surrounded by nature and beautiful views.
Most Inspirational Moment
Swimming in Lake Checrouit with Mont Blanc in the background.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic. Tim was kind, patient and well organised.
