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From September 2nd to 6th,2015

MONT BLANC TREKKING EXPERIENCE Final 5d/4n program  

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HIKING PROGRAM AROUND MONT BLANC – FRANCE & ITALY The most popular trekking in the alps: the Tour du Mont Blanc, is a fantastic adventure in the heart of the alps. Crossing 3 countries: France, Italy and Switzerland, the total itinerary duration is 9 days.   But... it is possible to get a touch of the trip on 3 days from France and around the Italian border. The 3 days trekking is organized to discover the heart of the alps with a walk trip around the Mont Blanc, by crossing the Italian border in Courmayeur, with a stunning finish by the panoramic cable car over the Mont Blanc glacier and the “Aiguille du Midi” at 3 842m.   The trekking is secured by the escort of an international high mountain qualified guide, fluently English speaker. Transportation of luggage and transfers are planned for the comfort of the team.  

5days/4nights Mont Blanc Trekking all-included package 2nd to 6th September 2015 1830 euros/pax (price based on 8 pax) INCLUDING:   Lodging Half board formulas in luxury hotels (nights 1, 2, 4) + night 3 in a typical mountain lodge (comfortable alpine chalets) – best hotels and lodges picked in the region Morning swims, spa, relaxation & wellness services ( in Chamonix) Nightl ife entertainments & lounge bars   Local and traditional lunches Gastronomy experiences for lunches and dinners - including vegetable-based menu – and wine tasting. Selection from menu (starter, first course, main course, selection of cheeses and desserts) or «   A la carte  » (up to nine courses). Dur ing the trekking, l ight lunches and pic-nic (sandwiches, tea, sparkling wine, cheese, ol ives, chocolates, energy bars, cold towels) facing breaking views          

INCLUDING:   Transfers & luggage   VIP transfers from the airport to the hotels and comfortable shorts transfers during the trek Day to day luggage transportation   Guiding One international high mountain qualified guide for 8 pax, in order to bring a personalized attention and information Team building activities Teamwork rock-cl imbing, sensations and mutual trust sharing Trophy award on last trekking day City nightl ife options available for day 1 and day 4          

MONT BLANC TREKKING EXPERIENCE PROGRAM OF YOUR STAY

Summary of the itinerary D1: Arrival at Geneva International Airport – VIP transfer to Chamonix Check-test walk D2: 1st day trek from Chamonix to Contamines-Monjoie vil lage D3: 2nd day trek from Contamines to Chapieux D4: 3rd day trek from Chapieux to Courmayeur D5: Chamonix-Geneva Airport transfer

2 hours 7 km

5-6 hours 12 km 6-7 hours 15 km

6-7 hours 14 km

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5

MORNING Arrival at Geneva International Airport – VIP transfer to Chamonix

Starting of the hike from Chamonix to join Contamines-Montjoie

Contamines-Montjoie to Chapieux through the “Bonhomme pass”

Chapieux-Seigne pass (italian border)- Courmayeur

Leisure time and shopping in Chamonix

MIDDAY Chamonix downtown restaurant

Breaking view Light lunch or Pic-nic

Light lunch or “saveur” Pic-nic

Light lunch or “saveur” Pic-nic

Albert 1er restaurant

AFTERNOON Check-test walk on the Mont Blanc balcony

Trekking. Arrival at Contamines-Montjoie

Trekking. Arrival at Chapieux

Trekking. Arrival at Chamonix with the panoramic cable car

VIP transfer to Geneva international Airport

DINER Restaurant in Chamonix downtown (L’impossible)

La Trabla Lounge bar & Restaurant

Local gastronomic restaurant

Le Rosebud Restaurant

EVENING Team building activities & Nightlife options

Spa and other entertainment options

Entertainment options

Team building activities & Nightlife options

HOTEL Hameau Albert 1er Hotel

La Chamenaz Hotel

High mountain lodge

Jeu de Paume Hotel

DAY 1 Arrival at Geneva Airport – VIP transfer to Chamonix (80km). Refreshments and comfortable service onboard. Arrival at the Hameau Albert 1er hotel, baggage drop off and lunch http://www.hameaualbert.fr/en

DAY 1 Briefing with your mountain guide First contact and check-test with the group through a nice walk on the balcony of the Mont Blanc (2 hours walk, 7km) First view on the highest top of Europe

Franck Moscatello High altitude mountain guide

Franck Moscatello, native from the region, discovered very early the mountains which surrounded him. It is first climbing and skiing and later the high mountain that will make him an expert in all these activities. After ski mountaineering, the time comes when nothing stops him. These are the big climbs, some untouched: crossing from Spitzbergen in 1981, the Monte Rosa by surf in 1987. After earning Mountain Guide diplomas and Ski instructor in Chamonix-Mont Blanc, he moved there for the season and thinks it is still there the best playground for high level trekking and off-piste skiing…  

DAY 1 Team building activities : teamwork rock-climbing facing the Mont Blanc - sensations and mutual trust sharing ! Dinner in Chamonix downtown: The impossible restaurant Evening : Quartz Bar, l ive jazz music and entertainments http://www.hameaualbert.fr/en/quartzbar-wine-bar-chamonix Night: Chamonix Albert 1er Hotel “Charm, prestige, warm welcome and gastronomy are the key principles of this 5 star hotel in Chamonix Mont Blanc, the dedicated and passionate work of the Carrier and Maillet families since 1903”

DAY 2 – First trekking day

Starting of the hike from Chamonix-Les Houches to end up in Contamines-Monjoie vil lage (5 to 6 hours walking – 12 km) Light lunch or pic-nic basket during the first scenic break

DAY 2 Dinner at La Trabla Lounge bar & Restaurant “Savoyard specialt ies, quality meals based on tradit ional dishes, contemporary cooking inspired by tradit ion” Night at Hotel La Chemenaz (Contamines-Monjoie) “Cosy bedrooms with magnificent views of the Mont Blanc massif , convivial atmosphere around the ornamental fireplace, perfect for a re-energising after a hard day out on the mountains”.

DAY 3 - Second trekking day Contamines to Chapieux through the “Bonhomme” pass (6 to 7 hours walking) Night: great experience of High Mountain lodge with typical local food (IMPORTANT: It is highly recommended to book such mountain lodge as soon as possible).  

DAY 4 – Third trekking day Chapieux- Seigne pass (italian border) - Courmayeur (6 to 7 hours walking – XX km). Way back to Chamonix with a stunning finish : the Mont Blanc Panoramic Cable Car, above the glacier  

DAY 4 Transfer to Le Lavancher nature vil lage (6km far from Chamonix) “Le Lavancher is a secret paradise only known by Nature lovers“ Team building activities : Best trekker trophy award Spa break at the hotel  and massageshttp://www.jeudepaumechamonix.com/relaxation Diner: Le Rosebud restaurant http://www.jeudepaumechamonix.com/catering Night life options in Chamonix town: live music, late drinks, dance bars Night: Jeu de Paume Hotel , Le Lavancher http://www.jeudepaumechamonix.com/rooms

DAY 5 Morning: Leisure time and shopping in Chamonix Lunch : Albert 1er Restaurant VIP Transfer to Geneva International Airport End of the stay.  

Options : Available on last trekking day during the way back with the Panoramic cable car “Aiguille du midi Skywalk”, a step into the void at 3 777 meters high! This is the closest you can get to the summit of Mont-Blanc without hiking or climbing…  

Options: Walk on the Mer de Glace glacier « A sea, stirred by a strong breeze, then suddenly frozen to ice »  

Options: Chamonix helicopter, flight through the Alps and Tour around the Mont Blanc  

Options: Thermal baths of Saint Gervais  

Options: Paragliding around the Mont Blanc valley  

ADDITIONAL DETAILS Itinerary The program can be easily adapted each day depending on weather conditions and physical level of the cl ients. Is is possible to organize transfers and private transportation in order to shorten the steps.     Fitness and training This Mont Blanc experience trekking requires a reasonable level of fitness and suitable walking experience. However we recommend adequate fitness training to ensure that you get the most enjoyment out of your trek and that you can complete each stage.   Clothing and gears -Waterproof jacket and pants – shorts may be sufficient in early September -Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, l ip protection -Comfortable, worn in, quality walking boots -Dry clothing and footwear to change into a night (such equipment wil l be brought to you after each trekking step) Al l clothing, equipment and gears are available for purchase or hire at Chamonix trekking stores.