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MTB Adventure along the Famous Tour du Mont Blanc

Guide(s)
Erik, Jess, Niels, Mark, MTB Verbier
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If you’d like to skip the hassle of bringing your own bike, your guide offers bike rentals. You can add that now to your booking.

E-bike rentals aren’t included in the price of this trip, but you can rent it for an additional fee and avoid having to bring it to the starting point!

If you’re renting a bike with your guides, they need to know which size of the frame you need. Let us know down below what’s your height as well as the height of other people you’re booking for.

One week of riding is not enough for you? No problem, you can take an extra day of guided mountain biking around Verbier, the premier MTB destination in Switzerland, for an additional fee of $105. This includes Verbier lift pass or shuttle service.

During your guided MTB trip in the Mont Blanc, you can share a room with another rider (whenever possible) or reserve a single room for an additional fee.

People
1 Person
Date(s)
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Duration
8 day
Guide(s)
Erik, Jess, Niels, Mark, MTB Verbier
Reserve deposit (30%) $0
Second Payment Amount: $0
  • Starting in Verbier, Switzerland, you will spend an entire week crossing the famous Tour du Mont Blanc on your bike.This all-inclusive adventure offers arguably the best mountain biking in the Alps, among some of the world’s most magnificent landscapes, but it also gives you a glimpse into the mountain lifestyle in three countries—Switzerland, Italy, and France. Expert guidance will enhance your MTB skills and you’ll be able to recharge from epic riding in quality accommodations offering local food and great views! 

    • Arrive in Verbier in the afternoon and settle in the nearby chalet, your accommodation for the night. You can later meet fellow riders and your guide and do a quick ride in the area. Return for dinner, enjoy the beautiful scenery around the chalet on the terrace and get some good night’s sleep for tomorrow’s riding.

      Meals: Dinner

      Verbier MTB Chalet, the starting point during a MTB Tour du Mont Blanc adventure. Guide.
    • Enjoy your hearty breakfast at 8 am and depart for the first stage of Tour du Mont Blanc, starting at 10 am. Riding down the valley, you will pass through some authentic Swiss mountain villages. Your journey continues into the Grand St. Bernard Valley and up to Lake Champex, by the shores of which you will have a laid-back lunch. Afterwards, ride down into Val Ferret and continue your traverse on a mix of gravel paths and singletrack until your group reaches the accommodation at the base of the Mont Dolent, offering sprawling views of the La Neuve Glacier, as well as the rugged peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Riding / Elevation gain: 47 km (30 miles) / 1550 m (5,085 ft)

      The beautiful Lake Champex as seen during a lunch break on the second day of the Tour du Mont Blanc mountain biking trip.
    • Your riding on day 3 begins by crossing a river and turning onto a gravel track that will eventually turn into singletrack. A beautiful but demanding climb will bring your group to the mountain pass Grand Col Ferret, standing at 2537 m (8323 ft). Take in the spectacular views over both the Swiss and Italian side of the mountain range. What follows is a technical descent until you reach a mountain hut called Refugio Elena, where you’ll stop to get a well-deserved espresso and cake. Continuing down the valley, brace yourself for a challenging climb and get rewarded with views of the Mont Blanc and gelato in the Italian town of Courmayeur. Your lodging is a short drive away and offers unimpeded views of the famous massif.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Elevation gain: 900 m (2,953 ft)

      Two mountain bikers reach Col Ferret, the highest point during the Tour du Mont Blanc MTB adventure.
    • Start with a short downhill and continue climbing up to the Col de la Seigne, found at 2516 m (8,255 ft) and marking the border with France. Once again, your effort will have paid off—take some time to enjoy some of the most beautiful views of this trip. A flowing and long downhill will later bring your group down to the remote village of Les Chapieux. From here, start another climb to your accommodation above Lake Roseland, where you will stay for the night.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Riding / Elevation gain: 49 km (30 miles) / 1550 m (5,085 ft)

      View of the famous mountain pass Col de la Seigne as seen during a MTB trip along Tour du Mont Blanc.
    • Follow a farm track leading you above the Roseland Lake and continue with another climb, winding up the mountain in numerous hairpin turns. This long climb will take your group to the top of Col de Gittaz, which will be reached by carrying the bikes for the last 20 minutes. A later technical descent and another climb (this time shorter) gets you to Col de Joly, after which it’s a thrill ride all the way down to Les Contamines. Follow a river before starting the final climb to a mountain hut, where you will stay for the night.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Riding / Elevation gain: 48 km (30 miles) / 1650 m (5,413 ft)

      View od Les Contamines during a MTB trip through the Alps.
    • Start your day with a traverse along a challenging trail that will include a few walking sections for safety reasons. After this fun trail, you will start a steep climb up to the Col de Voza. From there your group will make an extra loop with fantastic views and finally ride down to Les Houches and follow the river all the way to Chamonix. Spend a relaxing afternoon doing some sightseeing, including a visit to the famed Aiguille du Midi, which stands at 3,800 meters (12,467 feet).

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch
      Riding / Elevation gain: 31 km (19 miles) / 920 m (3,018 ft)

      The quaint town of Chamonix above the mighty Mont Blanc peak, one of the stops during a Tour du Mont Blanc MTB adventure.
    • Your riding today starts with a traverse across a valley, up towards Argentiere and La Tour. In La Tour, you’ll have an option to take the lift or climb up to Col de Balme, the border with Switzerland. From there, a spectacular singletrack will lead your group into the Trient Valley. The last climb will be to the Col de Forclaz. What follows is a ride down through the vineyards until you reach the old Roman city of Martigny in the Rhone Valley. Celebrate the end of the Tour du Mont Blanc MTB trip and your achievements with a drink on one of the terraces and wait for the van to drive your group to the MTB Verbier Chalet. Spend the last evening with your guide and fellow riders, as your tour ends tomorrow.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Riding / Elevation gain: 40 km (25 miles) / 1450 m (4,757 ft)

      View of the famous Rhone Valley, as seen during the Tour du Mont Blanc MTB trip.
    • After breakfast, it is time to leave your chalet. Say goodbye to your guide, fellow MTB enthusiasts, and the Alps—or continue touring on your own.

      Meals: Breakfast

      Main street of the town of Verbier, a charming Alpine town in Switzerland.
    • What you get on this adventure:

        • An experienced MTB guide with extensive local knowledge of the area
        • 6 days of guided MTB in the Alps around Mont Blanc
        • 7 nights of accommodation in quality hotels, chalets, and mountain huts (mostly double occupancy, occasionally the rooms will be shared with more people)
        • Meals as indicated in the itineraries
        • Luggage transport and technical assistance
        • Souvenir T-shirt
        • All transportation during the trip
        • Mountain bike rentals are available for an added fee of $240.

      What’s not included:

        • Transportation to and from Verbier, Switzerland
        • One dinner in Chamonix, drinks during the trip for the Classic Adventure
        • 5 dinners and drinks during the trip for the Enduro Adventure
        • Lift passes (only for the Classic version)
        • MTB gear, including bike (can be rented)
        • Medical/accident insurance covering for medical costs and mountain rescue (all guest are required to have it)
        • Guide gratuities — optional
    • For these Tour du Mont Blanc MTB guided adventures, you need to be in excellent physical shape. This is a challenging journey for adventurous mountain bikers, capable of handling their mountain bike on steep technical climbs and descents on singletrack. Riding on the roads will be reduced to a minimum so, you will mostly ride in the dirt. You should be able to ride for hours without stopping and handle 6-hour days, 6 days in a row. Keep in mind that there will always be a guide by your side monitoring your technique and making sure everybody can handle the rides while having a great time. There will also be plenty of opportunities to take breaks in beautiful locations.

    • You should have previous mountain biking experience to participate in these Tour du Mont Blanc MTB trips. Experience of riding through mid-level mountains is necessary, but you needn’t necessarily have experience of riding in alpine terrain. You will be riding for up to 50 km (30 miles) a day with total elevation gains of up to 1,600 m/5,250 ft (ascents will be reduced to a minimum during the Enduro version of the tour), while carrying a backpack weighing between 6 and 10 kg (13-22 lbs).

      Some of the skills needed for the tour include riding with exposure, controlling your bike on moderate steep singletracks, and descents and climbs with some loose rocks and roots, handling small unexpected steps, rock gardens, and occasional little jumps. You should be able to determine when to walk, due to the terrain being too difficult or dangerous. Your guide will monitor your technique, take care of the logistics and help you overcome any obstacles.

    • Here’s what you’ll need:

        • Comfortable riding or athletic clothing, preferably moisture wicking or synthetic material
        • Suitcase for all of your items (daily luggage transfer and logistics included)
        • Mountain bike (rental available for an additional fee)
        • Backpack large enough to carry all the items you might need during one day
        • Sneakers or sport shoes
        • Breathable outside layer or jacket
        • Sunglasses
        • Water bottle or hydration bladder
        • Leisure clothing for your free time
        • Biking gloves — optional but recommended
        • Regular mountain bike helmet
        • Flexible knee and elbow pads — optional
        • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)

      Bring comfortable clothes appropriate for varying weather conditions. You will receive a more comprehensive list upon booking.

    • Group sizes and prices:

        • The maximum group size for these group tours is 7 people with one guide.
        • The cost is per person does not decrease as the group grows.

      Mountain biking along Tour du Mont Blanc can be arranged for bigger and for private groups with custom dates. Contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements:

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Children as young as 10 are able to go on trips with a legal guardian. That said, if you have a young rider strong enough to handle sustained climbs (either riding or walking their bike) of hundreds of feet, and rough terrain, then they may be able to participate on a case-by-case basis.

      If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • To get to Verbier, most people fly into Geneva Airport, which is 2 hours away. From there, you can take a train ride to Verbier.

      You will meet your guide at the Verbier train station. They have transportation to your accommodation covered!

    • It is required that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance on and off the trails. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.

      Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.

      We also expect you to respect local regulations and take measures to protect yourselves, your guides, and the communities you’re traveling to.

      If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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