Western Alps Offroad: 7 Days 4x4 Adventure with Guide

OVERCROSS® takes you on the most legendary routes of the Alps. Where the asphalt ends and real adventure begins.On our Western Alps Offroad Tour, you will conquer the most iconic high routes in Europe in seven days: the Colle del Sommeiller, the Monte Jafferau, and the Ligurian Ridge Road (LGKS).

How long? 7 Days

When? August

Price € 1,729 / Person

Western Alps Offroad: 4x4 Adventure Tour with Guide in Europe

The start of your West Alps Offroad Tour begins where the asphalt ends: At a cozy campsite not far from Turin.

After your booking, you will receive a detailed tour folder from us with all the information for preparation, arrival, and the schedule. Already on the first evening, it becomes clear: This is not just about driving, but about experiencing. Together, authentically, and right in the mountains.

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights

Countries: Italy & France

Starting point: Campsite near Turin

Highlights: Colle del Sommeiller (3,009 m), Monte Jafferau, Ligurian ridge road (LGKS), Assietta ridge road

Terrain: Gravel, scree, alpine tracks, tunnels & historical military roads

Vehicle: 4x4 with ground clearance.

Accommodation: Camping & wild camping in the West Alps

Group: Small guided group, German-speaking guide

Experience: Suitable for drivers with basic off-road knowledge

Travel time: July - August - Ideal conditions for high alpine passes

Special feature: 25 years of Overcross experience, tours away from mass tourism

Early on, asphalt says goodbye, and what follows is a mix of dust, gravel, and panorama. Every day a new adventure.

Amid overhanging branches, tight turns, and 3000-meter-high passes, the West Alps Offroad stages challenge you in the best way.

Now begins the heart of your journey: The daily program full of unforgettable routes and moments.

Zebra-striped 4x4 parked on a gravel mountain pass with jagged peaks and a small lake below

White 4x4 splashing through a muddy stream on a green alpine trail, seen from behind

Jagged alpine mountain ridge under a blue sky with scattered white clouds

Orange sunset sky over a sea of fog with a single mountain peak silhouette

Snow-capped alpine peaks and a glacier above a green valley with a small lake

Western Alps Offroad: 7 Days 4x4 Adventure with Guide

Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Adventures on historical paths

Adventures on historical paths

Discover ancient military roads and forgotten routes in the Western Alps.

02 Spectacular Colle del Sommeiller

Spectacular Colle del Sommeiller

Drive on one of the highest legally accessible passes with breathtaking views.

03 Explore Ligurian ridge road

Explore Ligurian ridge road

Experience the beauty and history of one of Europe's most iconic off-road routes.

04 Camping in untouched nature

Camping in untouched nature

Spend the night in the border region, far away from everyday life, in the middle of the mountains.

05 Discovery of Fort Centrale

Discovery of Fort Centrale

The Colle di Tenda is not only an important historical pass, but also an adventure route. The impressive gravel roads with over 30 hairpin turns lead you into a wild mountain world. Once you reach the top, the Fort Centrale awaits you, a fortification from a time of military tensions. Explore the ruins and feel the history of this region, which is deeply rooted in the alpine terrain.

Frank W.

The Western Alps Offroad Tour takes you through the impressive landscapes of the Western Alps in Europe. The guide's technical preparation was consistently soli...

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Die Westalpen Offroad Tour führt durch die beeindruckenden Landschaften der Westalpen in Europa. Die technische Vorbereitung durch den Guide war durchweg solide; insbesondere die täglichen Briefings ermöglichten eine klare Orientierung auf den anspruchsvollen Routen, wie dem Colle del Sommeiller und der Ligurischen Grenzkammstraße. Das Supportfahrzeug stellte sicher, dass die Gruppe jederzeit gut betreut war, was entscheidend für die Sicherheit und das Wohlbefinden in der Gruppe von maximal acht Personen war. Nach der Tour wurde mir deutlich, wie wichtig eine fundierte Vorbereitung für die Durchführung solcher Offroad-Abenteuer ist.

Daniel S.

The Westalpen Offroad Tour winds through the impressive backdrop of the Alps. The group dynamics were remarkable, because the maximum participant limit of 8 peo...

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Die Westalpen Offroad Tour führt durch die beeindruckende Kulisse der Alpen. Die Gruppendynamik war bemerkenswert, denn die maximale Teilnehmerzahl von 8 Personen gewährte eine enge Verbindung und individuelle Unterstützung. Insbesondere am zweiten Tag, als wir den Colle del Sommeiller und den Monte Jafferau erklommen, passte sich das Tempo flexibel an die Fähigkeiten der Teilnehmer an. Diese Balance zwischen Herausforderung und Gemeinschaft förderte ein positives Erlebnis unter der gesamten Gruppe.

Wolfgang W.

The organization and execution of the West Alps Offroad Tour were clearly structured. The daily briefings and precise GPS tracks enabled smooth orientation on t...

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Die Organisation und der Ablauf der Westalpen Offroad Tour waren klar strukturiert. Die täglichen Briefings und präzisen GPS-Tracks ermöglichten eine reibungslose Orientierung auf den anspruchsvollen Strecken, insbesondere beim Erklimmen des Colle del Sommeiller und der Fahrt auf der Ligurischen Grenzkammstraße. Die Gruppengröße von maximal 8 Personen unterstützte eine individuelle Betreuung.