8 exciting activities including dogsledding Try classic and skate cross-country skiing Chalet with hot tub, sauna and log fire
The Mont Blanc region justifiably lays claim to some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, and is a stunning setting for our week of activities. Both Italy and Switzerland border the Chamonix Valley, making this a truly international trip. We are based for the week at the Chalet Savoy, a few minutes walk from the Prarion ski lift which accesses Les Houches world cup downhill ski fields and cross-country ski trails. From our comfortable chalet we enjoy a range of fun activities including snowshoe walking, a horse-sleigh ride, cross-country skiing in both classic and skating style, dogsledding, ice-skating, riding the Mont Blanc Express train and also visiting a St. Bernard dog kennels. There will be time to explore the town of Chamonix and there's a wide range of optional activities on your free day.
Itinerary:
Day 1 Start Les Houches in the Chamonix Valley. 2 Half day guided snowshoe walk; half-day cross-country 'classic' ski lesson. 3 A day in Italy, in Val Ferret for cross-country skiing with instructor. 4 Half-day dogsled outing (sharing sleds) before riding on the Chamonix Express train; visit St. Bernard dog kennels then on to Chamonix for an ice-skating session. 5 Free day options include skiing; glacier walk with guide; Aiguille du Midi cable car ride; or relaxing in Chamonix. 6 Half-day cross-country skiing instruction with emphasis on 'skate' technique; introduction to 'Nordic walking' and a short snowmobile excursion to a mountain chalet. 7 Full day guided snowshoe outing. 8 End Les Houches.
Details:
Group size: Normally min. 4, max. 15.
Accommodation: Chalet Savoy homely chalet run by Oliver and Elaine Ensor for over 18 years, Chalet Savoy is perched on a hillside above the charming village of Les Houches, a few miles from Chamonix. There are 8 bedrooms, all with private facilities and mountain views, and some with balconies. The chalet has free wifi access, communal computer, an outdoor hot tub, drying room, dining room and a comfortable lounge and fireplace where we take tea and cakes in front of an open fire.
Food: All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 6 dinners included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $227.50
Trip Reference: CEB
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Notes: Cross-country ski hire not included, available locally for approx. EUR40 per week
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Price | Availability | |
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| 23 Dec 2012 | 30 Dec 2012 | CAD $1,840 | Available |
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| 13 Jan 2013 | 20 Jan 2013 | CAD $1,750 | Available |
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| 3 Feb 2013 | 10 Feb 2013 | CAD $1,810 | Available |
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| 24 Feb 2013 | 3 Mar 2013 | CAD $1,810 | Available |
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| 10 Mar 2013 | 17 Mar 2013 | CAD $1,810 | Available |


