Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival Day
Fly into Geneva Airport (GVA) by 2pm where an LGA representative 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. Search and book Geneva hotels here.
Your host 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, LGA can arrange snow equipment for the week
through local shops. If you wish to rent ski/snowboard equipment, please
let LGA 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 the LGA Team before the trip if you will need gear.
Hotel: Hotel in Chamonix (TBA)
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner
Day 2 to 7 - Ski Days
France:
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel with daily departures between 8:30AM-9AM.
You will acclimate to the surroundings and terrain with ski runs on LeGrand 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. LGA
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 LGA 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 & prepare to depart
Chamonix between 8:30AM-9AM. This amazing ski area provides a wide range
of trails and off-piste options. LGA 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. LGA will end the day touring you through the beautiful town of
Courmayeur, immersing ourselves into Italy's renowned après offerings.
Enjoy 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 your daily ski departure. LGA will guide you
through the highlights of Verbier, 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 flavour 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 you will explore other areas of Chamonix and
celebrate the week of incredible skiing. The group will reassemble for a
farewell dinner out in town.
Hotel: Hotel in Chamonix (TBA)
Included Meals: Breakfast | Farewell Dinner
Day 8 - Departure Day
Relax on your final morning, take in one last walk around the town of
Chamonix. Sample another cappuccino, the wide variety of local shops, or
savour an authentic French croissant. You will say your goodbyes and laugh
over the great memories you 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
NOTE: This itinerary is an example. The tour may be altered to
adjust for weather and conditions. Our guides will plan the tour around
the conditions to make sure you have the best trip possible.