December 2007

Alpine Adventures Ski and Snow News

Ski Three Countries in a week!
Take a Ski Safari through the Alps.

Have you ever dreamed of skiing three countries in a week?
By signing up for the ski safari you will have the chance to ski in Switzerland, France and Italy in the same week. Beautiful scenery, great hospitality and traditional local foods are only some of the highlights of this tour.

Travel dates: March 1-8, 2008 or March 15-22, 2008

Tour price starts at:
$4,700* per person (in 3-star hotels)
$7,450* per person (in 4-star hotels)

Price Includes:

land transportation (airfare not included)
hotel accommodation in 3-star hotels
breakfast daily at the hotel
5 complete days skiing/snowboarding with ski instructors, mountain guides, passes and equipment rental
3 fine dining experiences
Discounted airfares available from major airports
*Price is based on double occupancy

Sample itinerary:

Day One:
Your adventure begins immediately in Geneva where our private transportation allows you to enjoy the scenic drive around Lake Geneva and up the mountains to Villars-sur-Ollon. Upon arrival in Villars your guide will greet you and prepare you for the adventures to come.

Day Two:
Time to hit the slopes! Your first day of skiing offers you three ski resorts in one: Villars, Gryon and Les Diablerets. Located in the heart of the Alps Vaudoises, these slopes offer challenges for all levels. Finish the day with a traditional Swiss dinner...and hope you like cheese.

Day Three:
Glacier 3000 awaits. Ski across Les Diablerets then up to 3000 meters/9900 feet. Enjoy the day above the clouds. Glacier 3000 sits on the border of the French and German speaking regions of Switzerland and is home to one of the Alps longest ski runs.

Day Four:
Off to Italy. Watch the countryside change as you travel from Switzerland to Italy via the Grand St. Bernard Tunnel. In less than two hours you will enter the historical Aosta Valley. Exploring the beautiful town center and the ancient roman ruins of Aosta will be a relaxing break from the slopes.

Day Five:
Back on the slopes. Spend the day discovering the Italian side of the Mont Blanc, but save some strength for ‘apres ski’ festivities. Courmayeur’s pedestrian only center offers an array of designer boutiques, chic bars and cozy restaurants. Begin the evening with the traditional ‘apero’ followed by excellent Italian food and wines.

Day Six:
Ski across the border! One of Europe’s highest gondolas will take you from Courmayeur up to the Mont Blanc. Follow your mountain guide down the famous ‘Vallee Blanche’ into Chamonix, France. Your luggage and belongings will be waiting for you at your hotel.

Day Seven:
Chamonix is world’s mountaineering capital. Here the possibilities are endless. You will find yourself surrounded by amazing slopes and breathtaking views. Challenge yourself with exciting freeriding or relax in the charming town center, cruising the sites and shops. End the day in an authentic French Gourmet restaurant.

Day Eight:
Come full circle. Despite the many miles traveled and skied during the week, believe it or not you are less than an hour’s drive back to Geneva. Bon voyage!

Book this tour today!