Chamonix Ultimate Experience Ski Tour
Tour Length: 8 days | 7 nights | 6 Ski Days
Ski 3 Countries in One Week-France, Italy, Switzerland. Experience the Aiguille du Midi, the Valley Blanche, Verbier and Courmayuer Amongst the High Peaks of the Alps!
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Experience historic Chamonix with a Local Professional Guide. See the home of the first Winter Olympics, birthed in 1924. Enjoy the best terrain of your life
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Ski deep into the heart of the Alps and across multiple countries in one week. Carve turns through the infamous Chamonix Valley, from Courmayeur, Italy to Verbier, Switzerland.
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Drop into Chamonix's famous 20 kilometer long off - Vallee Blanche from the Aiguille du midi or from the Italian side of Mont Blanc, as well as the nine kilometer long Argentière glacier off the Grand Montets.
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Capture the moment. Our photography team will capture your memorable trip. Enjoy a slide show at the end of the trip to commemorate all the great memories. Each guest will receive access to download the images to take home so you can relive the moments when you wish.
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Our guides provide ski techniques, mountain safety, avalanche awareness and other skills needed in the big mountains. Learn the skills and techniques of the pros with local guides and professional athletes.
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dates: March 26 - April 2nd, 2017
location: chamonix, france
tour length: 8 days | 7 Nights | 6 ski days
level of difficulty: intermediate - advanced
hotel type: explorer
included meals: breakfasts, welcome & farewell dinner
sale price: $3,195
the riding experience
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a small mountain town in the Haute-Savoie département in the Rhône-Alpes region in south-eastern France. The Alps run deep with ski history and the Chamonix Valley is at the heart of skiing. From the 1st Winter Olympics in 1924, to the birthplace of modern extreme skiing, very few places can match the pure beauty of this valley. Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and most notably the Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix is one of the oldest ski resorts in France. Chamonix borders two countries and features seemingly never-ending vertical.
Over the course of one week you will have the opportunity to ski the historic Valley Blanche (one of the longest ski runs in the world), ski endless powder fields in 3 countries and ride the famous Aiguille du Midi cable car next to Mont Blanc. The entire week is captured by our photography team with each guest receiving photos of this once-in-a-lifetime trip. Learn the skills and techniques of the pros with local guides and professional athletes. With the aid of our local professional guides and friends, we will ensure the best experience possible for each day.
We will plan on skiing off the Aiguille du Midi, a day in Courmayeur, Italy, a day in Verbier, Switzerland, and a day in the famous Valley Blanche. That's 6 days of skiing the Alps in France, Italy, and Switzerland all around the Mont Blanc Massif. The skiing options are endless each day and you will be in awe as you ski next to some of the most beautiful mountains in the world. There will be opportunities for daily ski tours and other activities around the valley like exploring the Mer de Glace glacier caves.
the culinary experience
Every morning a healthy breakfast with local ingredients will await you as we prep for the day. Lunches (not included) are enjoyed on the mountain or in local villages in each country along the way so you can sample a taste from all the areas we will visit. Experience the legendary Après Ski scene in the afternoon after skiing the best runs of your life.
There is nothing like celebrating this epic day with new friends, new memories and a cold beers at the bar while looking back up to the glaciers. Each day a new variety of flavors will leave you wanting more. We will experience the local fondue, raclette, and Savoie specialities that this region is well-known for. Enjoy a welcome and farewell dinner with the group and the rest of the dinners are open for you to explore the town and the several restaurants Chamonix has to offer.
the lodging experience
Our partner hotels and chalets offer the best services for winter sport enthusiast to immerse themselves into the culture of Chamonix. Based in the historic valley of Chamonix all hotels and chalets offer guests fresh breakfast made with local ingredients from the Haute Savoie. Rooms are Double Occupancy with the option for single rooms on request. All hotels and chalets are located a short distance from the center of Chamonix so you can explore the town, shops, restaurants and lively Apres scene. All accommodations provide ski/snowboard storage, free wifi, breakfast, sauna/wellness, and a wide range of other services.
what's included
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7 Nights Lodging. Askk about our single room supplement
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Transportation to/from Geneva Airport6 Day Lift Ticket to ski 3 countriesProfessional
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Local UIAGM Guides for 6 Days
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Transportation to/from all 3 countries and ski areas
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Daily Skills Sessions with Professional Skiers and Coaches
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Breakfast Every Morning
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Welcome & Farewell Dinner
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6 Days of Ski Photography
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End of Trip slide show
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Access to Download Photos of you from the Trip
not included
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Airfare
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Lunches- Guests will be able to have lunch at local villages over the 3 countries during the week.
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5 Dinners are left open for the group to explore town together or experience the local cuisine with new friends
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Alcoholic beverages
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Personal items purchased during the trip
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Gratuities are not included
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Gear: Skis, Backpack, Avalanche beacon, Probe, Shovel and Helmet. Avalanche safety gear is required on all of our tours. If you have your own equipment please bring it.
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Ski backpacks including beacon, shovel and probe are available to rent for $150 for the duration of the trip. (Option available to add-on at checkout. If you wish to add later please feel free to contact us)
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If you wish to rent Ski/SnowBoard equipment please let us know so that we can coordinate your rental. It is advised that you try to arrive with enough time on the arrival day to be fitted.
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Single Rooms (We are happy to arrange private rooms for a single room supplement fee.)
itinerary
Day 1 - arrival day
Fly into Geneva Airport (GVA) by 2pm where someone will be there to transport you to Chamonix. In some cases you may need to plan your arrival the day before. There are many hotels near the airport offering shuttle service so it is easy to meet the group back at the airport by 2pm.
Le Grand Adventure Tours welcomes you to France! Upon landing at Geneva Airport (GVA) you will have a private transfer to your hotel. Settle into your comfortable room and get to know your new friends for the week. Tonight is your time to relax by an open fire, explore town. Steep yourself in French culture and immerse into European life.
If rentals are needed, we can arrange snow equipment for the week through local shops. If you wish to rent ski/snowboard equipment please let us know so that we can coordinate your rental. It is advised that you try to arrive with enough time on the arrival day to be fitted. Please advise before the trip if you will need gear.
Hotel: Hotel
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner
Day 2 - 7
France:
Enjoy Breakfast at the hotel with daily departures between 8:30AM-9AM. We'll acclimate to the surroundings and terrain with ski runs on Le Grand Montets into the Argentière village.
Early runs are used to assess skiing ability and go over key fundamentals for safe and effective travel in the high mountains. We will prepare everyone to be confident and comfortable with the week's upcoming locations. Daily ski destinations are decided upon with consideration of safety, weather, and snow conditions.
Lunch on the mountain is followed by an afternoon skiing some of the best terrain in France. At the end of the day let us show you the beautiful town of Argentière. Relax in one of the best après scenes in the world.
Italy:
Once everyone is up to speed it will be time to explore Italy's Courmayeur area. Enjoy Breakfast at the hotel and prepare to depart Chamonix between 8:30AM-9AM. This amazing ski area provides a wide range of trails and off-piste options. We will improve everyone's skills and ski ability, but most of all, have a blast!
Lunch on the mountain and ski some of the finest Italian terrain all afternoon. We end the day touring you through the beautiful town of Courmayeur, immersing ourselves into Italy's renowned après offerings.
Savor the local cuisine nightly with the group, featuring regional fresh vegetables, meats & cheeses. Upon our return to Chamonix, make time for an evening stroll through the Village at your own pace.
Switzerland:
Ski the land of chocolate and powder filled peaks. Enjoy Breakfast at the Hotel and prepare for our daily ski departure. We will guide you through the highlights of one of the largest ski areas in Switzerland, bordering four valleys, Italy, and France. Freeride trails and off-piste areas, logging vertical on one of the best ski areas in the world.
Lunch on-mountain to recharge for an afternoon skiing sweet Swiss snow. At the end of the day let us show you the beautiful town of Verbier. Après with Swiss flavor before our return.
France Redux:
Ski the famous Aiguille du Midi. You will never forget one of the longest ski runs anywhere: 22KM down the Vallee Blanche. There will be something for everyone, from long open fields of powder to off-piste steeps around the glacier.
At the end of the day we will explore other areas of Chamonix and celebrate our week of incredible skiing. We will reassemble for a farewell dinner out in town.
Included Meals: Breakfast | Farewell Dinner
Day 8 - departure day
Relax on our final morning, take in one last walk around the town of Chamonix. Sample another cappuccino, the wide variety of local shops, or savor an authentic French croissant. We will say our goodbyes and laugh over the great memories we shared over the trip. A private transfer will take you back to Geneva where you can spend an extra night exploring the city or begin your journey home. If you would like to spend another night in Chamonix, please contact us and we can help you make arrangements.
Included Meals: Breakfast
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