Circling the highest peak in Western Europe, this eight-day hike serves up spectacular scenery and spans three alpine countries. We’ve distilled the Tour Du Mont Blanc Classic trip for people with limited time who don’t want to compromise on experience. Setting off from the legendary mountain village of Chamonix, we hike beneath the Bionnassay Glacier to the Col du Tricot, pausing along the way to take in storybook scenery straight out of The Sound of Music. We hike with light packs and spend each night feasting, laughing and resting in hotel comfort. Savor meadows and villages, glaciers and spires, and the charm and cuisine of French, Swiss and Italian cultures. About halfway through our journey, as we make our way to Courmayeur, we behold the dramatic southern face of the Mont Blanc massif from the Italian side. Our journey continues to the Grand Col Ferret, the dramatic mountain pass between Italy and Switzerland. Finally, the La Flégère cable car carries us gently down into the valley to Chamonix, where we celebrate our journey with a hearty meal and a warm drink as the sun dips low in the sky.