Cross country skiing vacation in the French Alps
Experience blissful solitude amid pristine wintery surroundings, with this cross country skiing vacation in the French Alps. Practise your skills and enjoy the stunning scenery, as an expert local guide leads your friendly group out to a different location each day.
Ski cross country through beautiful winter scenery in the French Alps Over 130km of Nordic ski terrain available Immerse yourself in the blissful silence of empty trails Services of an expert local cross country skiing guide throughout Different locations, and restaurants for lunch, every day No experience needed – but you will need a decent level of fitness Tree planted for every traveler
Price
€773 excluding flights
More info
Price is based on 2 sharing a room and includes bed and breakfast accommodation, tour guide, instruction, equipment and local transport.
Description of Cross country skiing vacation in the French Alps
Price information
€773 excluding flights
Price is based on 2 sharing a room and includes bed and breakfast accommodation, tour guide, instruction, equipment and local transport.
Check dates
For departure dates contact us on 1-866-821-6866
Travel guides
Learn all about Haute Savoie, Mont Blanc and Ecrins National Park, and enjoy the alpine high life, with our complete guide.
You don’t have to be part of the piste posse to revel in the mountains in winter.
Reviews
1 Reviews of Cross country skiing vacation in the French Alps
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2023 by Sue Kay
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
it was all lovely and the cross country skiing in the mountains with blue skies and plenty of snow was the most memorable.
2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
get fit if you can
3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I hope so. I used local accommodation and bought food locally and used the train for more than half of the travel
4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Grat
Responsible Travel
As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your vacation to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.
Planet
CARBON REDUCTIONTravel by rail:
We encourage guests to travel by train with a 3% discount for rail arrivals. Guillestre is easily reached via Mont-Dauphin–Guillestre station, including the overnight train from Paris, helping reduce emissions from travel.
Low-carbon activity:
Cross country skiing is a human-powered activity with no ski lifts or motorised transport involved. Guests also share transport between Guillestre and the different Nordic ski areas.
ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
Supporting low-impact winter tourism:
This vacation takes place in the quieter Nordic ski areas of Arvieux, Ceillac and Crévoux, supporting a lower-impact alternative to large downhill ski resorts while helping sustain local mountain communities.
Supporting nature recovery:
We make a contribution on behalf of every traveler to rewilding projects through our partner Mossy Earth, helping support habitat restoration and biodiversity.
People
LOCAL ECONOMYSupporting local businesses:
Guests stay in a locally owned hotel, dine in independent restaurants and hire equipment from local businesses, ensuring tourism income stays within the community.
Local expertise:
All ski instruction is provided by qualified local instructors who live and work in the Southern French Alps, sharing their knowledge of the region while supporting year-round employment.
EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
Fair employment:
We work with local partners and pay fair market rates for professional guiding and tourism services, supporting sustainable employment in the region.
Welcoming small groups:
This trip is open to complete beginners and early improvers, creating an inclusive and supportive environment for solo travelers, couples and friends learning together.
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