Tour du Mont Blanc 101: Top 10 Tips for Stress-Free Planning Your Own Self-Guided Hut to Hut Trek

Planning the Tour du Mont Blanc is harder than hiking it! Join me as I share our top 10 must-know tips for planning your self-guided, hut-to-hut TMB trek! Learn from our experience! My sister and I completed our 13-day TMB trek in August 2025 and it was one of the most incredible adventures of our lives, but the planning process was next-level! If you're dreaming of the Alps, hit play and start planning your own epic trek today! RESOURCES: Mags Nixon: https://tourdumontblanchike.com/ The Hiking Club: https://www.thehiking.club/tour-du-mo... Free app - Organic Maps (for GPS use offline) Official TMB Website: https://www.autourdumontblanc.com/ TMB Facebook Group:   / montblanctour   Alliance Travel Insurance: www.allianztravelinsurance.com Questions to Ask Supplemental Insurance Companies: 1. We are trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc. Does your policy cover this activity? • Special coverage: Make sure trekking on the Tour du Mont Blanc is considered standard, not “extreme,” by the insurer. Some companies may offer separate adventure sports policies. 2. The highest point of our climb is 2,591 meters (8,500 feet) - Grand Col Ferret. Does your policy cover activities at this elevation? 3. What are the medical evacuation and repatriation terms? • Emergency medical evacuation: If you are injured and need to be airlifted from a remote location. • Repatriation: If needed, does the policy cover getting you back home after a medical emergency? 4. Is coverage provided for emergency medical treatment? • Healthcare coverage: Make sure you are covered for any medical emergencies, such as accidents or illnesses that could occur during your trek. Check if it includes hospital stays, surgeries, and doctor visits. • Pre-existing conditions: Are pre-existing conditions covered, or will they require additional coverage? 5. Does the policy cover trip interruption or cancellation? • Cancellation: If your trip is interrupted or canceled for any reason, does the policy cover the non-refundable costs or any unexpected expenses due to unforeseen events? • Delays: Does it cover extra costs for delays (e.g., lodging, meals) if your trek is delayed? 6. Is there coverage for search and rescue operations? • Search and rescue: Ensure the insurance covers the cost of search and rescue in case you get lost or injured in the mountains. 7. Does the policy include coverage for lost or stolen belongings? • Personal belongings: Does it cover lost, stolen, or damaged luggage and equipment, including trekking gear and personal items like passports or phones? 8. What about coverage for trip delay or missed connections? • Travel disruptions: In case of flight delays or missed connections, is there coverage to help you with additional accommodation, transportation, or food costs? 9. Are there any exclusions or limitations? • Exclusions: Review exclusions carefully (e.g., activities not covered, specific conditions related to the trek) and make sure the policy aligns with your trip. 10. Does the insurance include 24/7 emergency assistance? • Emergency hotline: Does the insurer provide a 24/7 hotline for emergencies while you're traveling, so you can easily reach help if needed? 11. How does the insurer handle claims? • Claims process: What is the process for submitting claims? Is it simple, with clear instructions, and does the insurance company have a good reputation for processing claims? 12. Is the policy flexible? • Policy flexibility: If you change your plans or need to shorten or extend your trek, how flexible is the policy for adjusting coverage? 13. What is the cost? • Premiums: Understand the cost of the policy and what it covers relative to its price. Sometimes, extra coverage can be worth the peace of mind. 14. Do you provide coverage for trip extension or change of itinerary? • Change of plans: If you decide to change your itinerary or extend your trek, will the policy cover those changes? 15. When do we need to call if we have an incident? Especially, if we have no wifi? 16. What number do we call on WhatsApp when we are abroad? #sisters2santiago #tourdumontblanc #tmb #tmbplanning #selfguidedtmb #bucketlisthike