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Piedmont
Alps of Piedmont: Bessanese Trekking Tour

The great hiking circuit around the impressive peak of Uja di Bessanese: a demanding trekking tour through the valleys of the Alps of Piedmont and France, with maps and GPS tracks or with our expert hiking guides.

  • Walking
  • Trekking

The tour in detail

Tour details

Duration

4 days

Suitable for

Hikers in good shape, capable to walk at least 7 hours a day on mountain trails, sometimes on rocky or snowy terrain which may require the use of crampons, with an average altitude gain of +1.000m. The program of the hiking tour in Piedmont can be modified according to your experience and fitness level.

Best time

From mid July to mid August.

Tour type

Self guided trekking tour with maps and GPS tracks, with overnight stays in mountain huts. Luggage transport available on request.

Tour highlights
  • A great hiking itinerary for experienced hikers to the discovery of upper Lanzo Valleys, a true gem in the Alps bewteen Piedmont and France.
  • Explore the stunning Alpi Graie region, hiking around the Uja di Bessanese (3604 m), Punta d’Arnas (3560 m.) and Croce Rossa (3566 m) peaks.
  • Breathtaking views over Alpine passes, crystal clear lakes, lush forests, steep rocky peaks, with the chance to spot the local wildlife!
  • Overnight stays in mountain huts in the best areas of the Bessanese park, to enjoy the Alpine warm hospitality and delicious traditional cuisine.
  • Self guided tour with maps and GPS tracks or guided tour with our expert hiking guides, to discover the most beautiful trails of this part of the Alps of Piedmont.
  • On request, customize the Bessanese hiking tour in Piedmont program combining other outdoor activities and tours.
Piedmont 4 days
Alps of Piedmont: Bessanese Trekking Tour
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Starting from 380,00
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How do you want to travel?

Self-guided tour

Explore independently with maps and GPS tracks

Guided tour

Set off anytime with our expert guides

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Available from 10 July 2025 to 31 August 2025

Min. partecipants: 2

Starting from 380,00

Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Arrival in Alpe Barnas - hike towards Rifugio Cibrario mountain hut

Day 2

Trekking Rifugio Cibrario - Colle Sulè pass - Colle Autaret pass - Vallone della Lombarda - Refuge d’Averole

Day 3

Trekking Refuge d’Averole - Collerin pass - Pian Gias glacier - Rifugio Gastaldi

Day 4

Rifugio Gastaldi - Collarin d’Arnas - Lago della Rossa - Colle Altare - Rifugio Cibrario - Alpe Barnas - Usseglio

Extras on request

  • Private transfers to/from the starting/ending point, price on request
  • Private room accommodation in mountain huts, if available
  • Extra overnight stays in hotels, B&B o holiday farm before or after the tour
  • Mountaineering experiences with Alpine Guides, prices on request
  • Luggage transfer with porters, price on request

What is included

  • Overnight stays in mountain hut with accommodation in shared rooms
  • Dinners and breakfasts in the mountain hut
  • Map, route description and GPS tracks
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)
  • Assistance during the tour

Not included

  • Transfers to/from the tour starting point
  • Meals not listed in the detailed program
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Whatever is not in the “Included” section

Planned accomodations or similar

Rifugio Cibrario - shared room (6+ beds) Refuge d’Averole - shared room (4+ beds) Rifugio Gastaldi - shared room (6+ beds)

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Available from 10 July 2025 to 31 August 2025

Available

Starting from 700,00
Not available.
If you are interested in receiving the itinerary contact us.

Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Arrival in Alpe Barnas - hike towards Rifugio Cibrario mountain hut

Day 2

Trekking Rifugio Cibrario - Colle Sulè pass - Colle Autaret pass - Vallone della Lombarda - Refuge d’Averole

Day 3

Trekking Refuge d’Averole - Collerin pass - Pian Gias glacier - Rifugio Gastaldi

Day 4

Rifugio Gastaldi - Collarin d’Arnas - Lago della Rossa - Colle Altare - Rifugio Cibrario - Alpe Barnas - Usseglio

Extras on request

  • Private transfers to/from the starting/ending point, price on request
  • Private room accommodation in mountain huts, if available
  • Extra overnight stays in hotels, B&B o holiday farm before or after the tour
  • Mountaineering experiences with Alpine Guides, prices on request
  • Luggage transfer with porters, price on request

What is included

  • Overnight stays in mountain hut with accommodation in shared rooms
  • Certified English speaking hiking guide and their expenses
  • Dinners and breakfasts in the mountain hut
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)
  • Assistance during the tour

Not included

  • Transfers to/from the tour starting point
  • Meals not listed in the detailed program
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Whatever is not in the “Included” section

Planned accomodations or similar

Rifugio Cibrario - shared room (6+ beds) Refuge d’Averole - shared room (4+ beds) Rifugio Gastaldi - shared room (6+ beds)

Want to customize your trip?

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

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