010: Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc across France and Italy

In this episode of Explore with Tony, I relive my experience hiking half of the Tour du Mont Blanc, from France into Italy. What was originally supposed to be a three-day trek turned into an ambitious—and slightly ridiculous—27-mile day when we decided to push through in the heat, dodging sheep and racing the sunset. I share the highs, the lows, and what I’d do differently next time. Whether you’re planning this trek yourself or just love a good travel story, this one’s for you! Here's some ideas based on where we stayed: Refuge Miage campground (France) Refuge de la Croix du Bonhomme (France) Rifugio Elisabetta (Italy) Chalet Plan Gorret (Courmayeur, Italy) Tour du Mont Blanc Overview: Guide to Trekking the TMB Packing List for Long-Distance Hiking: REI Trekking Gear Guide Tips for High-Altitude Hiking: CDC Guide to High Altitude Travel