Ready for the ultimate Alpine ride? Shred world-class singletrack in the shadow of Mont Blanc on our TMB e-bike holidays! We will spend a week cruising through legendary stops like Chamonix, Courmayeur, Val Ferret, and the Savoie region, tackling iconic trails without the grind—thanks to our e-MTBs. We will swap the standard dorm bunks for cozy hotels, complete with private rooms and hassle-free luggage transfers. This is not just a ride; it’s an immersive mountain biking journey where every climb’s a breeze, every descent is pure flow, and every turn hides a heart-stopping vista.
Explore one of Europe’s most spectacular routes from the back of an e-bike! Spend 4 days riding the greatest singletrack in the Mont Blanc area, visiting all the most iconic spots in the Alps, and resting in private, high-end accommodations.
Your adventure starts with a scenic transfer from Milan’s Malpensa Airport to the charming alpine town of Courmayeur. Nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc, this mountain paradise is the perfect place to kick off your e-MTB tour. Settle into your accommodation, meet your guides, and get a taste of what’s to come with a team briefing over a delicious Italian meal.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: High-end mountain hotel/lodge
Your tour starts in earnest with a ride from Courmayeur over stunning alpine trails, crossing the Italian-French border into the serene valley of Les Chapieux. The ride offers a mix of rugged terrain and breathtaking views, with the towering Mont Blanc always in sight. Enjoy the pastoral beauty of France’s Savoie region as you descend into Cormet de Roseland, where you’ll stay overnight in a cozy mountain lodge.
Elevation: +1,450 m (4,760 ft), -1,500 m (4,920 ft)
Distance: 30 km (18.6 mi)
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: High-end mountain hotel/lodge
Today’s journey takes you deeper into the French Alps as you ride towards the iconic mountain town of Chamonix. Along the way, you’ll traverse high-altitude trails and encounter awe-inspiring views of glaciers and peaks. Experience the thrill of reaching Chamonix, the birthplace of alpine sports, and relax in this vibrant town known for its outdoor adventure culture.
Elevation: +1,000 m (3,280 ft), -2,300 m (7,550 ft)
Distance: 50 km (31 mi)
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: High-end mountain hotel/lodge
Cross into Switzerland as you ride through the scenic Col de Balme and Col de la Forclaz, descending into the picturesque Swiss villages. This stage offers a delightful mix of sweeping downhill trails and lush, green landscapes. Champex-Lac is a picturesque alpine village in Switzerland, known for its lake, stunning mountain views, and its position as a gateway to some of the region’s best biking trails.
Elevation: +1,600 m (5,250 ft), -2,000 m (6,560 ft)
Distance: 40 km (24.8 mi)
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: High-end mountain hotel/lodge
On your final riding day, you’ll complete the loop back to Courmayeur, riding through breathtaking alpine valleys. Cross the border once again into Italy, with Mont Blanc always watching over your journey. Celebrate your return to Courmayeur with a final ride through its beautiful Val Ferret landscapes before concluding your unforgettable e-MTB adventure around Mont Blanc.
Elevation: +1,600 m (5,250 ft), -1,200 m (3,940 ft)
Distance: 40 km (24.8 mi)
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: High-end mountain hotel/lodge
Your adventure comes to an end. Your guides will arrange your transfer from Courmayeur back to Milano Malpensa airport. See you soon!
Meals: Breakfast
My husband and I spent a week riding with Aosta Valley Freeride and cannot say enough about their exceptional service & hospitality. We have traveled extensively with our bikes and can easily say that AVF exceeded our expectations – top-notch guide (Camilla), incredible rides, vast local knowledge, great apres, stellar communication before, during, and after, and extremely accommodating.
This is the company you want for your guiding in the Alps. Christian, our guide is the most knowledgeable person you can imagine to guide you. His experience with bikes, mountains, trails, history, geography and yes emergency medical could not be matched anywhere. Stop searching, book the trip, get off your computer and start training. You will be stoked.
Great adventure! Very professional. Our guide gave sound technical advice, we rode in all weather conditions in security as he knew the terrain very well. Thank You! Great E-Bike initiation, loved learning something new. If you want to MTB in Aosta valley go to Aosta Freeride “The Place”.
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This trip is meant for intermediate to advanced riders comfortable riding on narrow singletrack with some rocks and roots, as well as proactively riding most trails. If the corners are too tight or the trail is too technical, you are welcome to walk a few meters, but your guides are happy to help you work on your skills so you can ride them.
You need to be able to ride for multiple days in a row at a moderate pace for several hours each day. You should be able to handle moderately steep climbs of up to 1,000-1,500 m (3,300-4,950 ft) in a day, including some pushing or carrying your bike if required. Also, you need to have prior experience riding at altitudes of +2,000 m (6,560 ft) and understand the effect they have on you.
If this trip sounds too hard for you and you’d like to explore more beginner-friendly bike holidays in the Alps, click here!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
You can rent your e-bike in Courmayeur, but your guides can also provide e-bike rentals. If you want to rent an e-bike, make sure to contact them in advance.
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
E-biking in the Mont Blanc area can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has bikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to the start of your tour, plan to fly into Milan’s Malpensa Airport. Your guide will meet you there and transfer you to Courmayeur, the starting point of the tour.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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My husband and I spent a week riding with Aosta Valley Freeride and cannot say enough about their exceptional service & hospitality. We have traveled extensively with our bikes and can easily say that AVF exceeded our expectations – top-notch guide (Camilla), incredible rides, vast local knowledge, great apres, stellar communication before, during, and after, and extremely accommodating.