Ski the Dolomites: A Luxury Chalet Holiday in Alta Badia

Things to know

• What's included?

  Included:

  • • Two ISIA-certified guides with extensive knowledge of the area (1 ski instructor, 1 snowboard instructor)
    • 8-day luxury Dolomites ski holiday
    • Accommodation for 7 nights in a luxury chalet (double occupancy)
    • Private ski/snowboard tips & techniques
    • 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners prepared by a private chef
    • 6-day Dolomiti Superski lift pass
    • Use of outdoor hot pool and sauna
    • Professional photo and video memories

  Not included:

  • • Flights
    • Airport transfers
    • Lunches and drinks
    • Ski equipment rentals
    • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
    • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  You don’t need to be an expert skier to join this Dolomites ski holiday, but you should feel comfortable skiing on groomed runs for several days in a row. Expect full days on the slopes, moving across different ski areas, so a solid level of stamina will help you enjoy it fully. 

  The pace is flexible and adjusted to the group, with plenty of breaks built in throughout the day. If you’re confident on intermediate terrain and enjoy spending long days skiing, you’ll be right at home.

• What do I need to bring?

  Ski gear:

  • • Skis or snowboard
    • Ski boots
    • Helmet
    • Goggles
    • Ski poles

  Clothing:

  • • Waterproof ski jacket and pants
    • Insulated jacket (down or synthetic)
    • Thermal base layers
    • Mid-layer (fleece or similar)
    • Ski socks
    • Gloves or mittens
    • Neck warmer or buff
    • Hat or beanie
    • Swimsuit

  Essentials:

  • • Daypack (20–30L) for daily use
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (1–2L)
    • Sunglasses
    • Sunscreen and lip balm
    • Personal toiletries
    • Phone and charger
    • Travel documents

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and pricing

  • • For this Dolomites ski holiday, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1. 
    • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 8 participants.

  A Dolomites ski holiday 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 Dolomites ski holiday on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  The starting point of your Dolomites ski holiday is La Valle (Alta Badia). To get there, most people fly into Innsbruck Airport (INN) or Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). From there, you can take a shuttle service, rent a car, or use a combination of train and bus to reach La Valle (Alta Badia).

  You will meet your guide in Chalet Pia on Day 1.

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection 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.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 90 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60-89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.

  Early Bird booking

  Want to be the first one to know when we publish new dates or secure your spot well in advance? Select a future month that suits you best and lock in your Early Bird spot in time with just a 10% deposit.

  As soon as our guides publish new tour dates, you’ll be the first one to know. We’ll hold your spot for 2 weeks until you choose the date that suits you best.

  More about how Early Bird bookings work below:

  • Only a 10% non-refundable deposit must be paid upon booking, but this deposit can be transferred to any other 57hours adventure in case the dates don’t end up working for you.
  • Once our guides publish new tour dates, we’ll reach out to you so you’ll be the first one to choose from newly released dates.
  • When you pick your date, you’ll confirm your booking by paying another 20% of the total trip amount (amounting to the standard 30% deposit).
  • Once the trip has been confirmed, the regular cancellation policy (found above) applies.
  • The remaining balance is due 90 days before the trip.