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GR5 from Chamonix to Albertville Tour

Trek Through France on the GR5 from Chamonix to Albertville Tour

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France, Europe

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Beautiful mountain seen in the mountain range between Mont Blanc and Vanoise

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8 Days

Jul-Aug

Trekking

Guided, Private

Hotels and Mountain Refuges

Moderate (3/5)

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Don't worry about meals. 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners are included.

Transfers

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

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Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for GR5 from Chamonix to Albertville Tour

This tour is based in hotels, refuges, and inns. Please note that in some cases you can upgrade to double rooms with an extra supplement (please contact us for the pricing).

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Single Rooms are not available on this tour, as some nights take place in mountain huts, gites and/or inns, and you will be sharing rooms/dormitories.

Night 1-2

Mountain refuges along the GR5 tour

Spend several nights in remote mountain refuges that offer dormitory-style accommodations.

Night 3

Hotel in Beaufort

Enjoy a comfortable stay in a modern hotel in Beaufort, situated in the beautiful Gittaz mountain pasture.

Night 4

Inn or lodge along the GR5 tour

Spend one night in a charming gîte, a traditional small inn or lodge surrounded by scenic landscape.

Night 5-7

Mountain refuges along the GR5 tour

Spend several nights in remote mountain refuges that offer dormitory-style accommodations.

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GR5 from Chamonix to Albertville Tour Details

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GR5 from Chamonix to Albertville Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Chamonix and Start of the Trek

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 3h, 650m ascent | Meals - Dinner

After arriving in Chamonix, you will meet up and transfer to the charming hamlet of Le Buet. Once there, you will begin your alpine crossing in the magnificent Bérard Valley, situated in the heart of the Aiguilles Rouges! In the evening, you will have plenty of time to get to know your guide and the other hikers better while at the refuge.

Day 2

Head Towards the Fiz Massif

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 6h, 600m ascent/1150m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 2 of the tour will begin with a walk towards the magnificent Col de Salenton (2525 m). You will then enter the Haut Giffre mountain range for a beautiful crossing in the Passy nature reserve. Finally, you will arrive at the heart of the Fiz massif, a fantastic reward for your efforts!

Day 3

Trek to Beaufort

Overnight Location - Hotel in Beaufort | Distance - 6h + 20 min transfer, 500m ascent/900m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Today you will descend to Lac Vert for a transfer to Les Contamines, then make your way to Signal by gondola. Afterward, you will enjoy a magnificent trek in the Grande Pierrière Valley, before arriving at the Beaufortain Massif via the east pass of the Gittaz (2320 m). Here, you will be able to take in the beautifully scenic views of the Gittaz mountain pasture.

Day 4

Views of Pierra Menta

Overnight Location - Inn/gîte along the route | Distance - 6h + 30 min transfer, 800m ascent/1200m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 of the tour will see you first climb the Combe de la Neuva towards the Col du Grand Fond (2671 m). After, you will arrive at the foot of the Pierra Menta, a famous monolith of Beaufortain, where you will enjoy incredible views of the surrounding area. Finally, you will cross the Col du Bresson and descend through serene mountain pastures to arrive at your accommodation.

Day 5

Explore Vanoise National Park

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 6h, 1050m ascent/1050m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Today you will explore Vanoise National Park, a paradise for marmots and other wildlife in the area! While in the park you will climb towards the Col du Plan Séry via the Lac de la Plagne, eventually arriving on the heights of Champagny-en-Vanoise at the end of the day. Here, you will be able to take in some truly breathtaking views!

Day 6

Trek to the Grand Bec Refuge

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 7h, 1350m ascent/500m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Passing through the Champagny Valley discovered the day before, today’s trek will bring you to the resort of Tignes before continuing on a wild route through the mountains. Here, you will be able to traverse the Pointe de Méribel (2790 m) and sleep at the Grand Bec refuge, which is arguably one of the most beautiful sites in the Alps!

Day 7

Traverse Three Mountain Passes

Overnight Location - Mountain Refuge | Distance - 6h, 900m ascent/700m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

After taking in the pristine landscape views around the Grand Bec refuge, you will set off in the direction of another refuge: the Col de la Vanoise. To get there, you will cross not two, but three mountain passes! Do not worry though, as the reward is well worth the effort! Finally, you will arrive at the foot of the Grande Casse, the highest peak of the Vanoise Massif!

Day 8

Final Day and Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - 7h, 1000m ascent/1800m descent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch

This last day of your trekking tour will take place on the heights of Pralognan, as you cross two mountain passes. Here, you will be immersed in the heart of the magnificent Grand Marchet circus.

Afterward, it will be time to make your way down to the valley for a transfer to the end point of the trek: Albertville, where you will say goodbye to your guide and the group for an individual departure.

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GR5 from Chamonix to Albertville Tour

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