Trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc : Classic 170km hut-to-hut hike with two-way route description

This comprehensive guidebook covers the classic 170 km (105 miles) circular route, divided into 11 manageable daily stages suitable for fit walkers with some long-distance hiking experience. Traverse a diverse tapestry of landscapes—alpine meadows, glacial valleys, rugged peaks, and picturesque mountain villages. The journey winds through the enchanting alpine villages of Les Houches and Les Contamines, as well as the picturesque Italian town of Courmayeur, offering spectacular mountain views, genuine hospitality, and memorable cultural encounters along the way. The Tour du Mont Blanc is described in both anti-clockwise and clockwise directions, allowing you to tailor your journey to suit your transport, accommodation, or preferred mountain conditions. Each stage includes detailed route descriptions, elevation profiles, terrain summaries, refreshment stops, and accommodation options. The guidebook offers suggested itineraries for completing the walk in 9, 7, or 5 days, plus a comprehensive facilities planner to help you estimate distances between refreshments and accommodation. Navigate with confidence using clear, step-by-step directions, 1:100,000 IGN planning maps, and downloadable GPX files. A pocket-sized map booklet (available separately) with detailed 1:25,000 IGN maps ensures confident navigation through every stage. Plan your Tour du Mont Blanc adventure and experience one of the world's greatest long-distance walks with this definitive guidebook.