The trip

LEVEL ***

Elevation: + 900m ; - 1200m approximately per day.
Maximum altitude: 3000m
Maximum elevation: 1200m.
Accomodation average altitude: 1800m
Walking time: 5 to 7.5 hours per day.
Type of trek: tmountain itinerary with no particular technical difficulties. The paths are well marked, and you are often above the vegetation level, so there are few passages in the forest.

You have to be in a general good fitness level. Please practice a cardio sport such as hiking, running, cycling, from 3 to 4 hours a week. Your physical preparation will enable you to enjoy your trek to the maximum.
Please find the description of the levels by clicking here: levels of difficulty

This trip is organised in collaboration with our local partners, who are as committed as we are to offering you an authentic holiday.

ROAD BOOK

Before departure, we send you a travel folder containing:
- Maps IGN TOP 25
- 1 road-book containing all the information necessary for the trek
- 1 waterproof map holder
- Accommodation list

For bookings made less than 3 weeks before departure, paper travel documents cannot be sent. Only the digital version will be made available.

ACCOMMODATION

CLASSIC: dormitory for 4 to 12 people, sheets and towels are not provided (liner sheet required), bathroom facilities are on the landing.
COMFORT: optional, double or 2-bedded room of your choice, sheets and towels are not provided (liner sheet required), bathroom facilities are on the landing.

MEALS

Breakfast and dinner are provided in each accommodation.
Picnics are not included and can be ordered the day before in each accommodation.

Please specify any allergies or dietary requirements at the time of the booking.
Accommodations do their best to accommodate special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.). However, we encourage you to bring a few extra items for your own picnics. 

Practical information

ACCES TO DEPARTURE POINT

Meeting point is at 9am prompt at Modane station, with free unmanned parking nearby. Transfer to Valfréjus.

If you wish to come by car, the easiest way is to leave your vehicle at Guillestre - Montdauphin station, and we will pick you up at the station to transfer you to Modane (option at extra cost, to be booked when you register). Departure from the station at 7am, it will take you 2 hours to get to Modane.

BY TRAIN
Your destination is: Modane TGV station - Paris-Milan line.
A train departing from Paris the same morning and arriving in Modane before 11am is possible (please let us know if you wish to change your transfer time). Please consult the SNCF for exact timetables.

BY CAR 
Please consult competent websites such as https:ww.viamichelin.fr/ or https://fr.mappy.com/ to organize your trip.
You can also arrive by car at Montdauphin - Guillestre station (free, unguarded parking). Transfer by minibus from Montdauphin - Guillestre station to Modane station. This transfer must be booked in advance and will take place at Montdauphin at 7am.

From Grenoble, there are two possible routes to Guillestre:
   - Via Gap
   - Via the Col du Lautaret and Briançon. Call 04 92 24 44 44 (answering machine) for information on the road conditions over the pass.

END OF STAY 

End of the tour in Larche on Saturday afternoon, then transfer at around 5pm (optional with supplement) to Montdauphin - Guillestre station.

Return: Montdauphin /Guillestre - Paris train
A same-day night train will arrive in Paris the following day.
Daytime trains the following day will also be possible, but you will have to spend an extra night in Montdauphin.
There is little public transport from Montdauphin - Guillestre station to Modane on the last day (around 7 hours by train).

ACCOMODATION BEFORE AND AFTER YOUR HIKE

Modane
Hôtel les Voyageurs** : 04 79 05 01 39
Hôtel du Commerce*** : 04 79 05 20 98

Mondauphin :
Hotel Lacour : 04 92 45 03 08

INSURANCE

In accordance with regulations, we are covered by Professional Liability Insurance. Under no circumstances, we can replace your personal civil liability. The repatriation insurance EUROP ASSISTANCE that we offer is dedicated to French speaking people living in Europe. If it is not your case, we advise you to subscribe to another travel insurance which will cover you in case of injury and repatriation during your trek.
If you chose to take out repatriation insurance with EUROP ASSISTANCE whom we propose, Altitude Mont Blanc will only serve as an intermediary between the client and the insurer. We cannot influence either party. We adhere to strict conditions of sale. You are responsible for compliance with the reporting procedures of any incident.

Before making any decision, contact EUROP ASSISTANCE.

Equipment & luggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Clothing

• Walking trousers
• Shorts (Bikini/swimsuit, just in case!)
• Breathable or merino wool t-shirts
• Breathable or merino wool leggings
• Fleece or jumper
• Wind stopper or Goretex jacket
• Waterproof poncho + gaiters or Goretex trousers + waterproof rucksack cover
• Pair of gloves and a warm hat
• Sun hat or baseball cap
• Walking socks (1 pair per day)
• Sturdy walking boots with a good sole, already broken in
• 1 change of clothes for the evening
• A pair of comfortable shoes for the evening

Other Equipment

• Toilet bag
• Quick drying towel
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum)
• Knife, fork and spoon
• Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches
• Plastic cup for coffee
• Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...)
• Survival blanket
• Head torch or hand torch
• Sleeping bag liner sheet and pillowcase (blankets provided at accommodation)
• Two adjustable walking poles (highly recommended)
• Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 30 to 40 litres for your personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, waterproofs, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks.

LUGGAGE TRANSPORT

Your baggage will be transported daily between accommodation by our logistics vehicle (except D4 and D6). You are allowed 1 soft, sports type bag with all your possessions inside, no heavier than 12kg. Your bag has to be carried everyday by the the driver to refuges, which access is not always easy! Luggage which is too big and too heavy won't be accepted by the drivers!