Day 01: Arrive in Les Houches, check-in after 4 pm, and join a 6 pm orientation meeting. Dinner and rest for the next day’s hike.

Day 02: Hiking Distance: 8.4 mi (13.5 km)
Elevation Gain: 2100 ft (640 m)
Elevation Loss: 4200 ft (1275 m)
Trekking Duration: 4-5 hours

From Les Houches, board a cable car, traverse forests, and descend to Les Contamines for a cozy stay.

Day 03: Hiking Distance: 9 mi (14.5 km)
Elevation Gain: 3937 ft (1200 m)
Elevation Loss: 2952 ft (900 m)
Trekking Duration: 6-7 hours

Shuttle to Notre Dame de la Gorge, climb mountain passes, and stay in Bourg Saint Maurice with views of Aiguille des Glaciers.

Day 04: Hiking Distance: 9.3 mi (15 km)
Elevation Gain: 2297 ft (700 m)
Elevation Loss: 3280 ft (1000 m)
Trekking Duration: 5-7 hours

Brief shuttle to ville des Glaciers, hike to Italy over Col de la Seigne, and settle in Courmayeur with panoramic views.

Day 05: Hiking Distance: 8 mi (13 km)
Elevation Gain: 2788 ft (850 m)
Elevation Loss: 3280 ft (1000 m)
Trekking Duration: 6-7 hours

Start in Italy, cross Grand Col Ferret to Switzerland, absorb views, shuttle to Champex, and stay near a mountain lake.

Day 06: Hiking Distance: 10 mi (16 km)
Elevation Gain: 2434 ft (742 m)
Elevation Loss: 2238 ft (682 m)
Trekking Duration: 7-9 hours

Climb Bovine Pass, and celebrate at a mountain hut with dinner and optional wine.

Day 07: Hiking Distance: 8 mi (13 km)
Elevation Gain: 3280 ft (1000 m)
Elevation Loss: 3444 ft (1050 m)
Trekking Duration: 6-7 hours

Trek over Col de la Balme into France with Mont Blanc views, end in Argentières, and enjoy French cuisine.

Day 08: Hiking Distance: 7 mi (11.2 km)
Elevation Gain: 4290 ft (1308 m)
Elevation Loss: 2420 ft (738 m)
Trekking Duration: 5-6 hours

Final trek over Balcon des Aiguilles Rouges to Lac Blanc, descend to Chamonix, and stay in Le Praz for a celebratory dinner.

Day 09: Enjoy a last breakfast together, bid farewell, and dream of the next adventure!