Gran Paradiso self guided with backpack

Specification

6 days/ 5 nights

Grade :

good walkers***: 5/6hours per day

accommodation :

In dormitories

Number of participants :

from 1

Luggage :

A good backpack to carry your stuff

Departure dates :

every day

Price : 596

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Highlights

• Diverse landscapes with rich alpine wildlife
• Cozy Italian mountain refuges with local cuisine
• Optional Grand Paradiso summit ascent (4,061 m)

Between us

Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Grand Paradiso!

How to get there

Aosta valley in Italy.

Including :

Half-board
Maps
Vouchers

Excluding :

Drinks
cancellation insurance
Lunches
transfeert to meeting point and return

Gran Paradiso self guided with backpack

Discover the Grand Paradiso National Park, a gem in Italy’s Aosta Valley and a haven for wildlife like chamois, ibex, marmots, and eagles. This trek takes you through glacial valleys, high-altitude lakes, and rugged peaks, offering breathtaking views of the Italian Alps.

End each day in welcoming mountain refuges, where rustic charm meets delicious local cuisine. For an extra challenge, conclude your adventure with an ascent of the Grand Paradiso summit (4,061 m) for unforgettable panoramic views.

Day by day

Day 1 : Welcome in Valgrisenche

Arrive in the charming valley of Valgrisenche. Check-in, dinner, and overnight stay at the hotel. Your first evening introduces you to the Italian mountain atmosphere and prepares you for the adventure ahead.

Day 2 : Valgrisenche - Rifugio de l'Épée

Leaving Valgrisenche, you’ll pass through larch forests and alpine meadows, with pristine peaks like the Bec de Pré d'Amont and Bec de Laugier towering above. The path gradually ascends, offering stunning views of the surrounding glaciers. Arriving at Rifugio de l'Épée at 2,370 m, you’re greeted with an authentic and warm atmosphere.

900
100
5H30

Day 3 : Rifugio de l'Épée - Rifugio Bezzi

Today’s route crosses under the impressive face of Grande Rousse, an iconic mountain in the region. Along the way, enjoy the grasslands where the prized alpine herb, genepi, grows. With the Platte des Chamois and the imposing Grande Sassière (3,747 m) as your backdrop, you’ll enter the serene Bezzi Valley and reach Rifugio Bezzi, nestled at 2,284 m.

700
1350
5H

Day 4 : Rifugio Bezzi - Rifugio Benevollo

Leaving Valgrisenche, you’ll cross the Bassac Déré Pass (3,082 m) and enter the Val de Rhêmes, a jewel of the Grand Paradiso National Park. Keep an eye out for marmots, ptarmigans, and ibex, which often make appearances here. Rifugio Benevollo awaits in a stunning setting surrounded by pastures and alpine streams.

750
797
5H30

Day 5 : Rifugio Benevollo - Rifugio Savoya

Today brings an unforgettable view of the majestic Grand Paradiso summit. Descend past the clear waters of Lakes Leita and Rosset through extraordinary landscapes of glaciers and alpine meadows. In the evening, enjoy a taste of “grolla,” a warm Italian refuge tradition.

700
500
5H

Day 6 : Rifugio Savoya - Pont

On this final day, cross the Petit Nivolet Valley, a haven for nature and alpine wildlife lovers. The Grand Paradiso, Ciarforon, and Tresenta peaks stand proudly, embodying the rich legacy of Italian mountaineering. You’ll descend to Pont, where this beautiful journey through one of Europe’s most stunning natural parks concludes.

550
3H30

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