Chamonix has become known as the mecca of trail running and the location for the famous, Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB). This Gone Running Tour showcases the best alpine scenery & the French ‘way of life’. A trail running tour of a lifetime!
Chamonix, also known as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, is a commune in the Haute-Savoie region of the Rhone-Alpes in southeastern France. The site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, it is famous for skiing. However, Chamonix has become known as the mecca of trail running and the location for the famous, Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB), a 160km race around the Mont Blanc Massif. The township has the most incredible plethora of outdoor and sporting stores, and is abundant with cafes & restaurants serving French cuisine – it can be a dangerous place to be… and that is why we want to take you there!
Over the duration of our tour you will have access to our expert guides and coaches who always strive to facilitate an environment of education and learning for all elements of trail running. We are eager to share our knowledge on gear, equipment, nutrition, wilderness safety and conservation, adventure or race planning, local environmental and cultural significance and running techniques tips and tricks that will have you dancing, thriving and keeping safe on the trails (we may also provide very limited French language lessons!). This tour and its iconic location is one not to be missed!
Chamonix, also known as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, is a commune in the Haute-Savoie region of the Rhone-Alpes in southeastern France. The site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, it is famous for skiing. However, Chamonix has become known as the mecca of trail running and the location for the famous, Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB), a 160km race around the Mont Blanc Massif. The township has the most incredible plethora of outdoor and sporting stores, and is abundant with cafes & restaurants serving French cuisine – it can be a dangerous place to be… and that is why we want to take you there!
Over the duration of our tour you will have access to our expert guides and coaches who always strive to facilitate an environment of education and learning for all elements of trail running. We are eager to share our knowledge on gear, equipment, nutrition, wilderness safety and conservation, adventure or race planning, local environmental and cultural significance and running techniques tips and tricks that will have you dancing, thriving and keeping safe on the trails (we may also provide very limited French language lessons!). This tour and its iconic location is one not to be missed!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Experience the home of UTMB, the vibrant Chamonix nestled beneath towering peaks
- Awake to the grandeur of the Mt Blanc Massif, enjoying its beauty from our very own French Chalet
- Rest in 4* accommodation complete with incredible French cuisine and wines
- Test yourself in the French Alps, running and exploring trails both steep and believe it or not... flat!
- Summit peaks on high alpine trails then run all the way home to our Chalet
- Enjoy French cuisine in the company of your new trail running friends
Just the most amazing week! Stunning scenerey made for excellent running. Hanny and Graham create such a relaxing vibe around their tours, making the stressors of normal life a distant memory. Amazing food too! - Ben
This trip was a once in a lifetime experience! The runs, the accommodation, the activities, the food and most importantly the company made it so memorable! Great way to meet like minded people - Amy
TOUR DETAILS
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
Geneva International Airport |
DEPARTURE TIME |
8am to be introduced to your guides and the group |
RETURN TIME |
1pm return to Geneva Airport |
ACCOMMODATION |
4* star |
MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE |
14 guests |
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NOT INCLUDED |
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COST |
$TBA *AUD *$450 deposit required at time of booking |
RUN DETAILS* |
Minimum Run Duration: 8km/70min
Maximum Run Duration: 25km/4hrs Technical Difficulty: Beginner – Moderate (trail experience required) Steepness: Moderate to very steep mountain slopes (although we have the opportunity to use Gondolas as required). The focus of this tour is exploring the beautiful alpine scenery, natural balconies & forests of Chamonix & the districts beyond. Over the week we will naturally share our knowledge on a wide variety of skills to improve your running ability, trail techniques & general fitness. Our daily runs will be determined based on the group’s ability, health & happiness. However, each days run will build on the previous day. Some runs will be shorter with an emphasis on recovery (8-10km) whilst the longest run you may encounter is 20-25km on hillier mountain trails. Most runs will start and finish in Chamonix but we will also travel further afield to explore other areas, including Courmayer on the Italian side of Mt Blanc. Fitness is important but you do not need to be elite to enjoy and participate in this stunning French Gone Running Tour. Beginners are warmly welcomed and all abilities will be catered for. * Our tours are a holiday involving trail running. Our guides will craft each days’ runs to meet your individual needs and en route will frequently stop to soak up the ambience and to take plenty of photos. Therefore, running distances noted in this itinerary can vary to differentiate between guest abilities and make your Find Your Feet Tour a rich experience. |
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