What you get on this adventure: An experienced, local mountain guide/ski instructor with extensive knowledge of the area Ski passes and permits Daily transfers from Chamonix to any of the places you’ll go skiing Safety equipment when needed (avalanche transceivers, probe, harness, rope, shovel…) If you choose the Classic Alps Ski Tour , you get 5 days of guided skiing If you choose the All-Inclusive Alps Ski Tour , you get 3 days of guided skiing, accommodation for 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in Chamonix (double or twin rooms), 4 breakfasts, and a welcome dinner on Day 1 What’s not included: Transportation to Chamonix All meals if you choose the Classic Alps Ski Tour Accommodation if you choose the Classic Alps Ski Tour Lunches and dinners if you choose the All-Inclusive Alps Ski Tour — you’ll either stop for lunch with your guide or take a picnic if required Single supplement — can be added upon checkout Snacks, drinks, and personal expenses Medical evacuation and repatriation insurance — mandatory Travel cancellation insurance — highly recommended

How fit do I need to be?

This Alps ski tour is beginner-friendly! To enjoy this tour, you’ll need to be in good shape and you will need to manage controlled descents in variable conditions. All participants should feel comfortable on challenging blue or black-level resort runs. To prepare, we recommend engaging in various cardio and strength training activities in weeks prior to your adventure. Your guides can accommodate all types of skiers, from beginners to the ones looking for off piste runs in the high mountains. For more adventures in and around Chamonix, click here !

What do I need to bring?

For technical backcountry ski touring gear , you will need to bring: Alpine touring skis, telemark skis or splitboard with skins (can be rented) Touring boots and poles (can be rented) For personal items , we recommend bringing: Helmet Sunglasses or ski goggles Gloves and hat Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended) Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended) Down jacket or vest Synthetic or wool base layers, underwear and socks One triple-action locking carabiner or two conventional locking carabiners Repair kit and Leatherman for your equipment (can be shared between several people) Water bottle and 1L of water Thermos with a warm beverage — optional Food you can eat on-the-go First aid kit Sunscreen Daypack large enough to carry all items listed (around a 30-40L backpack) Camera — optional There are plenty of rental shops in Chamonix from which you can rent touring gear. Your guides can also most likely set you up with equipment you need—leave us a note upon checkout whether you need help with gear rental.

Can I rent ski equipment?

Yes, you can! Skip the hassle of dragging your own gear all the way to Chamonix and instead, opt for gear rental. There are plenty of rental shops in Chamonix from which you can rent touring gear. Your guides can also most likely set you up with equipment you need— leave us a note upon checkout whether you need help with gear rental .

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Alps ski tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1. That’s also the maximum group size. It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. Alps ski tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Alps ski tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Chamonix, the starting point of your Alps ski tour, most people fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA) , one hour away. Once you arrive, there are several ways to reach your destination, including public transport. Looking to make the airport transfers hassle-free? Check out Mountain Drop Offs —they provide door-to-door service in their comfy and spacious shuttles. Use the code 57HCHX to get a 5% discount ! You’ll meet your guide on Day 1 of the tour.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible , we partnered up with Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner ! Redpoint tailors their insurance packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered. Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s insurance. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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Ski the Alps: Discover France, Italy, and Switzerland on Skis

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Happy skiers on a sunny day in Mont Blanc

Fresh snow and fresh lines around Chamonix

Chamonix view and Mont Blanc while skiing

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Season: January through March

Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Chamonix

Duration: 5 days

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Guides: Yann Delevaux, Sebastien Tournoud, Marta Gil Sopena, Nuyama

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Three days, three countries, countless possibilities. If you’re short on time, but want to maximize your time on the slopes, look no further than our Alps ski tour. We’ll use three days to the max and carve fresh turns in the French, Italian, and Swiss Alps, visiting places like Courmayeur, Verbier, Flégère, and more. With more than 30 years of experience, we know the best spots, the best conditions, and the best views around here. Having a professional mountain guide by your side opens up a whole new world of possibilities (and safety!), and you can rest assured we’ll take you to the Alps’ best-ofs! Our base will be a 4-star hotel in the charming Chamonix, Europe’s favorite outdoor hub, and you’ll feel the immaculate atmosphere as soon as you set foot here.

Yann Delevaux

IFMGA Mountain Guide

Adventure highlights

Options for all skill levels

We’ll accommodate all types of skiers, from those who aren’t that experienced yet to those looking for challenging off piste runs
Three countries in three days

The Swiss Verbier, Italian Courmayeur, and French Chamonix — these are the approximate locations, but we’ll adapt as necessary
Stay in the legendary Chamonix

Our base will be a four-star hotel in Chamonix, one of the most famous alpine towns in the whole world

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Classic Alps Ski Tour: Discover France, Italy, and Switzerland on Skis

Explore the best of Alpine skiing in France, Italy, and Switzerland during your 5-day skiing adventure around Chamonix. Your certified ski guide will lead you through iconic backcountry areas and the best resorts the region has to offer. This package includes a ski pass, backcountry permits, and all necessary transportation. Stay safe on exhilarating off-piste skiing excursions with provided avalanche safety equipment. Immerse yourself in the stunning Alpine landscapes while enjoying the thrill of skiing with an expert guide!

Upon your arrival in Chamonix, your Chamonix ski guide will assist you in arranging your ski passes and then meet you in town for a general briefing along with the latest snow updates. Do a gear check, discuss your plans and objectives, and get to know them over a cup of coffee. Your adventure starts tomorrow. Please note that accommodation is not included in this itinerary.
Your first day of skiing! Day 1 is all about warming up and assessing your skiing level at the two south-facing ski resorts above Chamonix—Brevent and Flegère. The incredible view of the Mont Blanc range is bound to leave you in awe. Spend the evening with your group and enjoy what is often referred to as the best after-ski scene in Europe.
Get ready to explore Italy, just a 30-minute drive away, where you’ll experience a completely different atmosphere. Skiing in Italy offers a unique charm, not to mention the delectable food options! The scenery is truly exceptional, and you’ll have the chance to discover the south face of Mont Blanc.
If there’s one must-do run in Chamonix, it’s the Vallée Blanche! This is a full mountain experience that begins with a ride on the Aiguille du Midi cable car (12,621 ft / 3,847 m) and leads to a thrilling descent to Chamonix while traversing glaciers. This is an off-piste and glacier run, and your safety will be our top priority. Rest assured, your mountain guide will provide all the necessary safety equipment. If conditions are favorable, this day will likely be the highlight of your trip!
It’s time to explore the Swiss side of the Alps. Verbier, one of Switzerland’s largest ski resorts, offers a multitude of possibilities. Referred to as the “4th valley,” you can opt for off-piste adventures or stick to the groomed runs, making it a versatile destination for all skiers.
Megeve, located about a 40-minute drive from Chamonix, is a highly fashionable French ski resort. This extensive resort boasts numerous excellent restaurants, some of which have earned Michelin stars. The terrain in Megeve is more open and less steep than Chamonix, providing the perfect setting for you to enjoy your final day of skiing. Celebrate your achievements in the evening and say goodbye to your guide. Tomorrow you’ll also say goodbye to the Alps—or continue touring on your own!

All-Inclusive Ski the Alps: Discover France, Italy, and Switzerland on Skis

Maybe you didn’t think you can cover three countries in three days, but we’re here to prove you wrong! Join us in Chamonix for a 5-day Alps ski tour (three days of skiing) and let’s explore France, Italy, and Switzerland on skis. Welcoming to both beginner skiers as well as super experienced ones looking for a real challenge, this adventure is one to remember. Stunning scenery, even better skiing, and seamless logistics await—four-star hotel included, as well as daily transfers, ski passes, safety equipment, and more!

Make your way to Chamonix in the French Alps. Depending on your schedule, we will take care of your ski passes (ikon passes need to be checked at the central cash desk) and we’ll meet you at your accommodation for a general brief with the latest snow updates and a welcome dinner. Get some rest for tomorrow!

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Chamonix
Today is our first day of skiing. We’ll warm up and check your ski level on the two south facing ski resorts above Chamonix. The views of Mont Blanc here are spectacular! We’ll also do an avalanche course during the day. After a day in the French Alps, we’ll retreat back to our lodging in Chamonix.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Chamonix
We’re going to Italy today! A 30-minute drive will take us to Val d’Aosta valley, and a completely different scenery and atmosphere. Skiing in Italy is a real treat, and not only thanks to its food! The scenery is unique and you’ll be able to discover the south face of the Mont Blanc valley. In the evening, we’ll return back to our hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Chamonix
Our third and last country of the trip is Switzerland. We’ll drive to Verbier, circa 1.5 hours away from Chamonix, one of the most popular ski resorts in Switzerland. Maybe we’ll include Zermatt and Grindelwald, but there will certainly be incredible off-piste possibilities. Verbier also has a huge number of nice pistes called the Four Valleys Ski Area. Return to Chamonix for your final night here.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Chamonix
After your final breakfast, our adventure comes to an end. If you’d like to stay longer in the area, just ask us for recommendations!

Meals: Breakfast

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Meet your guides

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Yann Delevaux

IFMGA Mountain Guide

Yann Delevaux is a Chamonix-based mountain guide, boasting over 20 years of experience guiding mountaineering and skiing in the Mont Blanc area, the Alps, the Himalayas, and beyond. He is the co-founder and the “driving force” behind the Nuyama outdoor adventure company, mixing the wisdom and experience of an “old guide” with boundless enthusiasm and creativity.

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Sebastien Tournoud

Sebastien is a ski instructor and trekking guide who followed in the footsteps of his father, a mountain guide in Chamonix. He spends winters on skis and summers trekking in the Alps. Apart from Chamonix, his favorite places are the Dolomites, Gran Paradiso, and the Pyrenees. For him, guiding is not just a profession but a way of life. Hiking provides him with an opportunity to reflect, observe, and immerse himself in the natural environment. Through hiking, we nurture our bodies and minds, focusing on ourselves and our surroundings.

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Marta Gil Sopena

After her first contact with the mountains in the Pyrenees, Marta fell in love with the environment and became a hiking guide. While she was traveling the world with her partner, they ended up choosing Chamonix in France as their base — defining it as the best place she ever experienced. Marta leads groups throughout the year, equally enjoying summer and winter, with a particular preference for leading all women groups.

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Nuyama

Nuyama is a guiding company based in Chamonix, founded by Yann Delevaux, a Chamonix local, and Marion Cochet. With their extensive experience in trip organization and mountain guiding (Yann has been an IFMGA Mountain guide for more than 20 years now), they turned their passion for the great outdoors into a recognizable and reliable guiding collective, offering unique and unforgettable adventures. They now lead and organize a growing number of hiking, trekking, mountaineering, skiing, and mountain biking trips in the Alps.

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Things to know

What you get on this adventure:
- - An experienced, local mountain guide/ski instructor with extensive knowledge of the area
  - Ski passes and permits
  - Daily transfers from Chamonix to any of the places you’ll go skiing
  - Safety equipment when needed (avalanche transceivers, probe, harness, rope, shovel…)
  - If you choose the Classic Alps Ski Tour, you get 5 days of guided skiing
  - If you choose the All-Inclusive Alps Ski Tour, you get 3 days of guided skiing, accommodation for 4 nights in a 4-star hotel in Chamonix (double or twin rooms), 4 breakfasts, and a welcome dinner on Day 1
What’s not included:
- - Transportation to Chamonix
  - All meals if you choose the Classic Alps Ski Tour
  - Accommodation if you choose the Classic Alps Ski Tour
  - Lunches and dinners if you choose the All-Inclusive Alps Ski Tour — you’ll either stop for lunch with your guide or take a picnic if required
  - Single supplement — can be added upon checkout
  - Snacks, drinks, and personal expenses
  - Medical evacuation and repatriation insurance — mandatory
  - Travel cancellation insurance — highly recommended
This Alps ski tour is beginner-friendly! To enjoy this tour, you’ll need to be in good shape and you will need to manage controlled descents in variable conditions. All participants should feel comfortable on challenging blue or black-level resort runs. To prepare, we recommend engaging in various cardio and strength training activities in weeks prior to your adventure. Your guides can accommodate all types of skiers, from beginners to the ones looking for off piste runs in the high mountains.

For more adventures in and around Chamonix, click here!
For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring:
- - Alpine touring skis, telemark skis or splitboard with skins (can be rented)
  - Touring boots and poles (can be rented)
For personal items, we recommend bringing:
- - Helmet
  - Sunglasses or ski goggles
  - Gloves and hat
  - Wind and waterproof shell jacket with hood (Gore-Tex recommended)
  - Ski pants (Gore-Tex recommended)
  - Down jacket or vest
  - Synthetic or wool base layers, underwear and socks
  - One triple-action locking carabiner or two conventional locking carabiners
  - Repair kit and Leatherman for your equipment (can be shared between several people)
  - Water bottle and 1L of water
  - Thermos with a warm beverage — optional
  - Food you can eat on-the-go
  - First aid kit
  - Sunscreen
  - Daypack large enough to carry all items listed (around a 30-40L backpack)
  - Camera — optional
There are plenty of rental shops in Chamonix from which you can rent touring gear. Your guides can also most likely set you up with equipment you need—leave us a note upon checkout whether you need help with gear rental.
Yes, you can! Skip the hassle of dragging your own gear all the way to Chamonix and instead, opt for gear rental. There are plenty of rental shops in Chamonix from which you can rent touring gear. Your guides can also most likely set you up with equipment you need—leave us a note upon checkout whether you need help with gear rental.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Alps ski tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 8:1. That’s also the maximum group size.
  - It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate.
Alps ski tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Alps ski tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Chamonix, the starting point of your Alps ski tour, most people fly into Geneva International Airport (GVA), one hour away. Once you arrive, there are several ways to reach your destination, including public transport. Looking to make the airport transfers hassle-free? Check out Mountain Drop Offs—they provide door-to-door service in their comfy and spacious shuttles. Use the code 57HCHX to get a 5% discount!

You’ll meet your guide on Day 1 of the tour.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, we partnered up with Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

Redpoint tailors their insurance packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s insurance. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Secure your spot for 2026 with a 10% deposit! This tour gets sold out very quickly, but with early-bird booking, you’ll be the first one to know. Pick the month that suits you best and we’ll let you know once the dates are live—don’t risk missing out on your bucket list adventure!
- - Only 10% of the total amount should be paid as a deposit upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another 57hours adventure in case the dates don’t suit you by the end of the year.
  - Once the set dates for the following season are live, you can confirm your booking by the end of this year by paying another 20% of the total amount.
  - The final balance is due 35 days prior to departure.
For set dates, a 35% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 35 days prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. If Client cancels the booking…
- - More than 60 (sixty) calendar days prior to departure, Client will pay a cancellation fee of 5% (five percent) of the total price of the trip.
  - 60-45 (sixty to forty-five) calendar days prior to departure, Client will pay a cancellation fee of 15% (fifteen percent) of the total price of the trip.
  - 44-30 (forty-four to thirty) calendar days prior to departure, Client will pay a cancellation fee of 30% (thirty percent) of the total amount of the trip.
  - 29-15 (twenty-nine to fifteen) calendar days prior to departure, Client will pay a cancellation fee of 75% (seventy-five percent) of the total amount of the trip.
  - After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund.
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases.
57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.