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Piedmont
Hiking Tour of the Grande Traversata Delle Alpi (Gta)

  1. Italy
  2. /
  3. Piedmont

The Grande Traversata delle Alpi (GTA) trail, a great itinerary from the Alps of Piedmont to the sea: discover our 7-days self-guided itineraries, with maps and GPS tracks.

  • Walking
  • Trekking

The tour in detail

Tour details

Duration

7 days

Suitable for

Hikers in good shape, capable to walk 5-6 hours a day on mountain trails, sometimes on rocky terrain, with an average altitude gain of +/- 1.100m. The program can be modified according to your experience and fitness level.

Best time

From late June to mid September. From mid June to mid July it's possible to find snow on the higher passes, hence the use of crampons and hiking poles is recommended.

Tour type

Self guided trek with maps and GPS tracks, with overnight stays in typical inns and mountain huts. Luggage transport available on request.

Tour highlights
  • Hike on the most spectacular trails of the Grande Traversata delle Alpi (GTA), throught the Alps of Piedmont and Liguria.
  • Beautiful landscapes, from Gran Paradiso National Park, to the Waldesian Valleys, the Monviso Peak, the Occitan Alps, the Maritime Alps and Liguria.
  • A trekking experience suitable for all hikers in good shape, with beautiful itineraries.
  • Overnights in typical and welcoming inns and mountain huts, to relax after each hiking day and enjoy the delicious local food.
  • Self guided tour with maps and GPS tracks, to discover the most beautiful trails of the GTA.
  • On request, customize the Grande Traversata delle Alpi (GTA) hiking tour program combining other outdoor activities and tours.
Piedmont 7 days
Hiking Tour of the Grande Traversata Delle Alpi (Gta)
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Private self-guided tour

Explore independently with maps and GPS tracks

Duration

7 days / 6 nights

OCCITAN ALPS - PELLICE VALLEY, MONVISO, MAIRA VALLEY

Available from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2026

Min. participants: 2
Starting from

Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Arrival in Bobbio Pellice, transfer to Villanova - Trek Conca del Pra - Col Barant pass - Rifugio Barbara

Day 2

Trek Rifugio Barbara - Colle della Gianna pass - Melzè plateau

Day 3

Trek Pian Melzè - Colle di Viso - Rifugio Alpetto

Day 4

Trek Rifugio Alpetto - San Chiaffredo pass - Rifugio Bagnour

Day 5

Trek Rifugio Bagnour - Colletto Battagliola - Chiazale

Day 6

Trek Chiazale - Bellino pass - Chiappera

Day 7

Trek Chiappera - Colle Ciarbonet - Chialvetta - Transfer to Bobbio Pellice, departure

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Extras on request

  • Hiking guide for the tour, price 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

  • 6 overnight stays in mountain huts and inns
  • Dinners and breakfasts in the mountain hut
  • Road book with map, route description and GPS tracks
  • Transfer at the end of the tour
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)
  • Assistance during the tour

Not included

  • Transfers to/from tour starting point and during the tour
  • Meals not indicated and drinks, except tea and coffee for included breakfasts
  • Clothing and equipment
  • Whatever is not in the “Included” section
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Planned accomodations or similar

  • Rifugio Barbara - double room
  • Rifugio Pian della Regina - double room
  • Rifugio Alpetto - shered room
  • Rifugio Bagnour - double room
  • Agriturismo Lou Saret - double room
  • Rifugio Campo Base - double room
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Duration

7 days / 6 nights

MARITIME ALPS AND MARGUAREIS

Available from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2026

Min. participants: 2
Starting from

Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Arrival in Sant'Anna di Vinadio - Trek Orgials pass - Rifugio Malinvern

Day 2

Trek Rifugio Malinvern - Valscura pass - Terme di Valdieri

Day 3

Trek Terme di Valdieri - Chiapous pass - Rifugio Genova Figari

Day 4

Trek Rifugio Genova Figari - Fenestrelle pass - San Giacomo di Entracque

Day 5

Trek San Giacomo di Entracque - Trinità - transfer to San Lorenzo

Day 6

Trek San Lorenzo - Piana pass - Rifugio Garelli

Day 7

Trek Rifugio Garelli - Cima delle Saline peak - Upega - transfer to Sant'Anna di Vinadio and departure

Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Extras on request

  • Hiking guide for the tour, price 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

  • 6 overnight stays in mountain huts and inns
  • Dinners and breakfasts in the mountain hut
  • Road book with map, route description and GPS tracks
  • Transfer at the end of the tour
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)
  • Assistance during the tour

Not included

  • Transfers to/from tour starting point and during the tour
  • Meals not indicated and drinks, except tea and coffee for included breakfasts
  • Clothing and equipment
  • Whatever is not in the “Included” section
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Planned accomodations or similar

  • Rifugio Malinvern - double room
  • Albergo Turismo - double room
  • Rifugio Genova Figari - double room
  • Rifugio San Giacomo - double room
  • Hotel Arrucador - double room
  • Rifugio Garelli - shared room
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Duration

7 days / 6 nights

GRAIAN ALPS - GRAN PARADISO, LANZO VALLEYS, SUSA VALLEY

Available from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2026

Min. participants: 2
Starting from

Travel program at a glance

Day 1

Arrival in Noasca - Trekking to Pra del Cres - Ceresole Reale

Day 2

Trek Ceresole Reale - Colle della Crocetta pass - Pialpetta

Day 3

Trek Pialpetta - Trione pass - Balme

Day 4

Trek Balme - Paschiet pass - Usseglio

Day 5

Trek Usseglio - Rifugio Vulpot

Day 6

Trek Rifugio Vulpot - Croce di Ferro pass - Rifugio Cà d'Asti

Day 7

Trek Rifugio Cà d'Asti - Rocciamelone summit climb - Rifugio la Riposa - transfer to Noasca and departure

Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Extras on request

  • Hiking guide for the tour, price 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

  • 6 overnight stays in mountain huts and inns
  • Dinners and breakfasts in the mountain hut
  • Road book with map, route description and GPS tracks
  • Transfer at the end of the tour
  • Travel insurance policy by UnipolSai (more info ⟶)
  • Assistance during the tour

Not included

  • Transfers to/from tour starting point and during the tour
  • Meals not indicated and drinks, except tea and coffee for included breakfasts
  • Clothing and equipment
  • Whatever is not in the “Included” section
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Planned accomodations or similar

  • Rifugio Guido Muzio - double room
  • Albergo Pialpetta - double room
  • Rifugio Les Montagnards - double room
  • Albergo Rocciamelone - double room
  • Rifugio Vulpot - double room
  • Rifugio Cà d’Asti - shared room
Click on REQUEST INFORMATION to view the detailed schedule

Want to customize your trip?

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

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