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Aosta Valley
Mont Blanc - Alpine Mountaineering Course on Glacier and Mixed Ridges

  1. Italy
  2. /
  3. Aosta Valley

A two-day mountaineering course on Mont Blanc with an Alpine Guide to learn rope progression on glaciers and mixed ridges (snow and rock), and the correct use of ice axe and crampons.

  • Mountaineering
  • Mountaineering climbs

The tour in detail

Tour details

Duration

2 days

Suitable for

Experienced hikers without cardio-circulatory or respiratory problems and with good physical fitness. The program can be customized according to your experience and fitness level.

Best time

From early June to late September.

Tour type

Mountaineering course on glacier and mixed ridges (snow and rock), with lessons held by an expert Alpine Guide. Overnight stay in a mountain hut.

Tour highlights
  • Two days of mountaineering course in the majestic environment of Mont Blanc, with lessons led by one of our expert Alpine Guides.
  • The course is designed to teach techniques for progression on glaciers, slopes, and mixed ridges (both snowy and rocky), as well as safety systems necessary for secure mountaineering.
  • Learn how to proceed in a roped party, how to use ice screws and other systems to build belays, and how to navigate different terrain using ice axes and crampons.
  • The goal of the course is to give you all the necessary knowledge to begin making easy climbs independently.
  • Overnight stay in a cozy mountain hut, to rest after the lessons and taste the delicious local cuisine.
  • On request, customize the Mont Blanc mountaineering course combining other outdoor activities and tours.
Aosta Valley 2 days
Mont Blanc - Alpine Mountaineering Course on Glacier and Mixed Ridges
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Duration

2 days / 1 night

Available from 01 June 2025 to 31 December 2026

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Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Meeting with the guide in Courmayeur, cable car to Punta Helbronner - first lesson on the glacier

Day 2

Second day of mountaineering on mixed ridges - descent with cable car to Courmayeur in the afternoon

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Extras on request

  • Transfer to/from tour starting point
  • Mountaineering equipment rental (harness, ice axe, crampons and helmet)- personal equipment not included
  • Private room accommodation (subject to availability at the hut)
  • Extra overnight stays in mountain huts/hotels/B&Bs
  • Extra mountaineering days
  • Other outdoor activities in Aosta Valley

What is included

  • 2-days with a certified English speaking Alpine Guide and their expenses (other languages available on request)
  • 1 overnight stay in mountain hut, dormitory accommodation
  • Round-trip ticket for the Skyway cable car Courmayeur-Punta Helbronner-Courmayeur
  • Meals as listed in the detailed program
  • Shared mountaineering equipment: rope and other safety gear
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)

Not included

  • Meals not specified and beverages, except tea and coffee for the included breakfasts
  • Optional visits and activities, and extra services due to force majeure
  • Personal climbing equipment (harness, crampons, ice axe)
  • Personal clothing and mountaineering boots (mandatory)
  • Personal sleeping bag liner for the overnight stay in the mountain hut
  • Anything not listed in the "Included" section
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Planned accomodations or similar

Punta Helbronner - Rifugio Torino - dormitory or room with 4/6 beds

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Available options

Equipment Rental (harness, crampons, ice axe)

price per person

per person
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Next departures:

  • 02/08/2025
  • 30/08/2025
  • 20/09/2025
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Upon request, the trip program can be shortened, extended or tailored to suit your preferences..

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