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Aosta Valley
Matterhorn Valley Gravel Tour

  1. Italy
  2. /
  3. Aosta Valley

A gravel tour in the Alps of Aosta Valley exploring the Matterhorn valley, traversing the three alpine cycle routes of Becca d’Aver, Gran Balconata del Cervino, and Zerbion.

  • Cycling
  • Gravel

The tour in detail

Tour details

Duration

3 days

Suitable for

Moderate to challenging level. The tour covers asphalt, gravel roads, and singletracks, with some sections requiring bike portage.
The program can be customized according to your level.

Best time

From mid May to late October.

Tour type

Gravel bike tour with a certified cycling guide or self-guided with maps and GPS waypoints and overnight stays in small mountain hotels. Luggage transport service included.

Tour highlights
  • Discover the Cervino (Matterhorn) Valley: a true outdoor paradise with an extensive network of cycling routes on both sides of the valley, between Torgnon and Chamois.
  • An exciting itinerary, featuring trails and the magnificent forest roads of Aosta Valley, surrounded by dense larch forests.
  • Breathtaking views of numerous valleys in the Alpine arc, with majestic mountains such as Gran Paradiso and Grivola.
  • Enchanting and rewarding trails at the feet of the imposing Gran Becca peak.
  • Chamois, the Pearl of the Alps, is the only municipality in Italy not accessible by car, making it a fascinating and surprising mountain paradise.
  • Self guided tour with maps and GPS tracks or guided tour with our expert MTB guides, to discover the most beautiful trails of Aosta Valley.
  • On request, customize the program of the gravel bike tour in Aosta Valley Alps, combining other outdoor activities and tours.
Aosta Valley 3 days
Matterhorn Valley Gravel Tour
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Private self-guided tour

Explore independently with maps and GPS tracks

Private guided tour

Set off anytime with our expert guides

Group Tour

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Duration

3 days / 2 nights

Available from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2026

Min. participants: 2
Starting from
Not available.
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Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Saint-Vincent - Saint-Denis - San Pantaleone pass - Torgnon

Day 2

Torgnon - Gilliarey sanctuary - rifugio Barmasse - Valtournenche

Day 3

Valtournenche - Chamois - La Magdeleine - Promiod - Saint-Vincent

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Extras on request

  • Transfer to/from the tour starting/ending point
  • Single room accommodation
  • Gravel/e-bike rental
  • Extra overnight stays
  • Extra MTB days
  • Other outdoor activities in Aosta Valley

Prices on request

What is included

  • 2 nights in a mountain hotel
  • A call with our destination expert before departure
  • GPX tracks of the itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the detailed program
  • Luggage transport service
  • Telephone assistance during the tour
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)

*Services can be added or removed upon request.

Not included

  • Meals not listed in the detailed program
  • Beverages during meals, except water, tea, and coffee for the included breakfasts
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Anything not listed in the “Included” section
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Planned accomodations or similar

  • Torgnon - Hotel Zerbion - double room
  • Valtournenche - Hotel Tourist - double room
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Duration

3 days / 2 nights

Available from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2026

Available
Starting from

Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Saint-Vincent - Saint-Denis - San Pantaleone pass - Torgnon

Day 2

Torgnon - Gilliarey sanctuary - rifugio Barmasse - Valtournenche

Day 3

Valtournenche - Chamois - La Magdeleine - Promiod - Saint-Vincent

Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Extras on request

  • Transfer to/from the tour starting/ending point
  • Single room accommodation
  • Gravel/e-bike rental
  • Extra overnight stays
  • Extra bike days
  • Other outdoor activities in Aosta Valley

Prices on request

What is included

  • Certified, English speaking MTB guide and their expenses (other languages available upon request)
  • 2 overnight stays in hotels
  • Meals as listed in the detailed itinerary
  • Luggage transfer service
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)
  • Phone assistance during your tour

On request, it is possible to add or remove services from the standard ones

Not included

  • Meals not listed in the detailed program
  • Beverages during meals, except water, tea, and coffee for the included breakfasts
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Anything not listed in the “Included” section
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Planned accomodations or similar

  • Torgnon - Hotel Zerbion - double room
  • Valtournenche - Hotel Tourist - double room
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Depart anytime with our expert guides

Next departures:

  • 07/08/2026
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Want to customize your trip?

Upon request, the trip program can be shortened, extended or tailored to suit your preferences..

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