10 days tour

The Royal Trail Gran Paradiso Italy

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The Royal Trail Gran Paradiso Italy

This tour includes:

Meals

All meals are included on the trail and most before and after the trek

Accommodation

All accommodation is small boutique hotels and a couple of high refugios.

Others

All luggage is transferred from hotel to hotel

Flights

Transport is private vehicle

Guide

Experienced mountain guide

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Itinerary of your trip The Royal Trail Gran Paradiso Italy

  • Day 1 Arrive In Aosta.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrive In Aosta.

      Aosta is situated north of the Gran Paradiso National Park and is an ancient Roman city. First established in 25 BC, Aosta is girt by towers and a wall. This beautiful town was situated where the roads of Switzerland and France converged and was an extremely important trading post through the millennia. It is a great place to wander around and get into the north Italian way of life. We will have a private tour of this wonderful town steeped in ancient history. (L).

  • Day 2 Start Trek Aosta To Cogne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Start Trek Aosta To Cogne

      Today we start our adventure with a walk from Aosta to Cogne at the base of the Gran Paradiso. This is a moderate to difficult introductory walk that will get guests started on their journey. In the afternoon we will arrive in the beautiful and quaint town of Cogne. Once a major stop for the Kingโ€™s hunting party, Cogne remains a tourist attraction that is satisfied by several 4 star hotels and excellent food. (B,L,D)

  • Day 3 Cogne To Alps Money Then Back To Cogne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Cogne To Alps Money Then Back To Cogne

      Heading south from Cogne we head off for a day walk to Alps Money. For the first hour or so we will walk along the base of the Valnontey before turning left up the east flank of the valley. Views all the way are amazing of the Gran Paradiso massif. By lunch we reach Alps Money with vistas of several peaks forming an enormous amphitheatre at 2325m. The cascading Tribolazione glacier beneath the impressive chain of peaks from the Herbetet around to the Gran Paradiso and Roccia Viva are breathtaking. Lunch will be among several abandoned shepherdโ€™s huts. Back to Cogne for a much deserved meal. (B,L,D)

  • Day 4 Cogne To Refugio Sella
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Cogne To Refugio Sella

      Today we head off on our main journey down the Valnontey once again. The difference is we head west this time along part of the famous Alte Via 2. After passing through a wooded forest we break out into divine open plains that provide amazing views of the mountain area. The trail is the very trail King Vittorio Emanuel II used during his hunting expeditions. Along the way we will stop at a local cheese maker to taste his divine produce. By lunch we will have arrived at Refugio Sella, a typical mountain refuge used by climbers and trekkers alike. Nearby is another royal hunting lodge, scene of wild parties and now used by the park rangers. Overnight at Refugio Sella. (B,L,D)

  • Day 5 Refugio Sella To Eaux Rousses
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Refugio Sella To Eaux Rousses

      We continue on our journey along the Alte Via 2, over Col Loson (the highest non-glaciated pass in the whole park) at 3300m about 2 hours from Refugio Sella. The climb itself is quite gentle, explained by the fact that is was once the trail that used by the Kingโ€™s hunting parties. From here we head down this enormous valley with giant cliffs towering above towards the beautiful Valsavarenche. Lunch will be had on route. The trail finishes with a walled in path over the bridge that crosses the Torrente Savara. Eaux Rousses is named after the red rock behind the hamlet that is stained by water trickling down from a spring containing iron. (B,L,D)

  • Day 6 Eaux Rousses To Rifugio Federico Chabod
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Eaux Rousses To Rifugio Federico Chabod

      While Pont is only just up the valley we will head back up the mountain towards the Gran Paradiso to get a taste of climbing life. From Eaux Rousses, we head up towards Pont and then up towards Rifugio Federico Chabod, a base for climbers taking on the Gran Paradiso summit. Here we will spend the night however if the weather permits we can take a walk closer to the glaciers that hang above the Rifugio. This is a short day but a wonderful place to spend the night. (B,L,D)

  • Day 7 Rifugio Federico Chabod To Pont Via Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Rifugio Federico Chabod To Pont Via Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele

      After breakfast we will traverse across the mountain towards Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele for lunch. There are great views from here of the surrounding mountains and an excellent lunch out on a verandah. After lunch we will head down into the valley and overnight in Pont. We will have a chance to explore the valley with short walks with great views of the Gran Paradiso. (B,L,D)

  • Day 8 Pont To Ceresole Reale
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Pont To Ceresole Reale

      Today we head out of the Valsavarenche via a beautiful trail towards Gran Collet at 2832m. Amazing views of the massif will be had along this trail. Then down into the sparse valley below, the Piano del Nivolet, where we will have lunch at Rifugio Savoia which was the original hunting house of King Vittorio Emanuele. After lunch we will trek over Col Nivollet and transferred down to Ceresole Reale.(B,L,D)

  • Day 9 Ceresole Reale To Turin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Ceresole Reale To Turin

      Our last day and we will transfer from Noasca to Turin which will only take an hour or so. Turinโ€™s tree-lined boulevards are reminiscent of Paris and itsโ€™ cafeโ€™ culture is second to none. Turin is a beautiful town, steeped in history (it is the home of the modern Italian state) and a must-see on any visit to Italy. (B)

  • Day 10 Free To Head Off To Another Adventure.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Free To Head Off To Another Adventure.

      After breakfast, you are free to leave on another adventure. (B)

  • Day 11 Day 11: Ceresole Reale To Noasca
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Ceresole Reale To Noasca

      From Ceresole Reale we head back into the mountains for the final day. We will do a beautiful traverse from our home for the last 2 days to Noasca, a charming town full of history. This is an intriguing days hike in the Valle dellโ€™Orco along 17th century paths and unique alpine villages. We will also have the opportunity to taste and purchase the local cheese specialty, toma. Overnight Noasca (B,L,D)

  • Day 12 Day 12: Noasca To Turin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Noasca To Turin

      Our last day and we will transfer from Noasca to Turin which will only take an hour or so. Turinโ€™s tree-lined boulevards are reminiscent of Paris and itsโ€™ cafeโ€™ culture is second to none. Turin is a beautiful town, steeped in history (it is the home of the modern Italian state) and a must-see on any visit to Italy. (B)

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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