Super Ski Vacations
Portillo, Chile
What are you doing this summer?
Ski the legendary Chilean Andes from June to September and take advantage of exclusive wine and ski tours, food and wine festivals, and discounted packages that showcase the striking contrasts for which Chile is famous. With a strong dollar vs. the peso, low-cost airfare from the U.S. to Santiago, and early snowfall hitting the country’s Central Valley last week—forecasting bountiful snow for the upcoming season—there has never been a better time for North American skiers and snowboarders to head south and experience the “endless winter.”
Portillo is one of the most unique ski resorts in the world. Why? Because Portillo offers extraordinary terrain, breathtaking surroundings, and an abundance of amenities and indoor activities – for just 450 guests. As other ski resorts become bigger and more impersonal, Portillo continues to handcraft its vacations. For more than 60 years, the owners of Portillo have strived to keep the hotel and ski center small and intimate, yet with all the modern conveniences guests have come to expect. The season opens mid June and closes the first week of October.
As an open invitation for North Americans to chase the “endless winter” and enjoy what is expected to be one of Valle Nevado’s and Portillo’s best seasons in the past decades, the resorts have launched plenty incredible deals:
Ski Week + Free night in Santiago
Book your ski week in August and receive a one night complimentary stay in Santiago at Gran Hyatt Santiago or at The Ritz-Carlton Santiago
Jul 29 – Aug 05 | Aug 05 – 12 | Aug 12 – 19 | Aug 19 – 26 | Aug 26 – Sept 02
Conditions:
- Valid for stays of a minimum of 7 nights (Portillo ski week) only.
- Valid with reservations in the Portillo Hotel and Chalets. (Inca Lodge and Octagon not included)
- Free night in a Santiago hotel is in a Single or Double Standard room and includes breakfast only.
Sun & Ski Adventure in Chile
Combine a ski week in Portillo with an all-inclusive Tierra Atacama stay and receive a 20% discount on both properties.
Conditions:
- Valid for Tierra Atacama (all-inclusive program) reservations minimum 3 night stay.
- Valid for Hotel Portillo reservations for a 4 night Mini Ski week (Sat to Wed) or a 7 night Ski Week (Sat to Sat).
- Dates: June 24 – October 01
Two kids skis free
For this promotion each mother and father who pays a full rate in the hotel may bring one of their children between 4 and 11 years old (inclusive) for a ski week in Portillo during the following weeks: July 08 – 15 / Sept 23 – 30
Conditions:
- Offer valid for parents and their children only (4-11 years old)
- Promotion valid for a maximum of two children free per family.
- Children to occupy the same room, or same type of room as parents, chosen and paid for by parents.
- Promotion valid for all types of rooms except Suites and the Inca Lodge.
Ski Arpa
Ski Arpa is South America’s only fully snowcat serviced ski resort, well-known for deep powder and panoramic views of the Andes Mountains including the highest peak in the western hemisphere, Aconcagua.
SKI ARPA EXPRESS PORTILLO EXTENSION 2 DAYS/1 NIGHT & 1 DAY OF CAT SKIING
A place unlike any other in the world, Valle El Arpa is sweet music to the skier’s soul. Unparalleled vertical snow conditions and views of Mt. Aconcagua make for an unforgettable adventure at South America’s only fully snowcat-serviced ski operation. In an anything but typical day, you will ski over 13,000 vertical feet of some of the best untracked powder in the world. Intermediate or advanced level of skiing experience required.
What’s included: All ground transportation, 1 night lodging ,meals and 1 day cat skiing
Price per person: $868
If you would like to head further south and explore other South American ski destinations such as Termas de Chillan, Corralco, Las Lenas, Caviahue, Cerro Catedral (Bariloche) and Cerro Castor (Ushuaia), please contact us for custom-made package.
Portillo, Chile
International ski resort in a majestic Andean setting.
Portillo has been South America’s premier destination ski resort for more than 50 years. Located high in the majestic Andes at the edge of the Lake of the Incas, Portillo is known for spectacular scenery, extrordinary terrain and superb hotel ambiance. Just two hours from Santiago via a modern highway, Portillo has just one grand hotel and feels almost like a private club. The resort has a capacity of 450 guests offering ski-in/ski-out facilities, uncrowded slopes and no lift lines.
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Magical moments for snow lovers in Switzerland
Interlaken – Jungfraujoch – Lucerne – Titlis – Rigi
A leisurely tour to two of Switzerland ’s best known resorts. As popular in winter as in summer, the two lakeside resorts of Interlaken and Lucerne offer fantastic winter scenery and excursions for fun without skis. Explore high alpine peaks, Switzerland ’s traditional winter warmer – Cheese Fondue and enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride.
Switzerland Package inclusions:
- 3 x Overnight stay with breakfast and city tax in Interlaken
- 3 x Overnight stay with breakfast and city tax in Lucerne
- 1 x Rail ticket 2nd class: border/airport – Lucerne – Interlaken – border/airport
- 1 x Excursion to Jungfraujoch (non-guided)
- 1 x Night sledging with Cheeses Fondue in Interlaken
- 1 x Excursion to Mount Titlis (non-guided)
- 1 x Day trip to Mount Rigi (non-guided) incl. horse-drawn carriage ride
Upgrade to 1st class on all train rides $95.
Package price and dates:
TRAVEL DATES: January 3 – March 29, 2017
3-star hotel – Doube room: $1335 / Single room: $1624
4-star hotel – Doube room: $1485 / Single room: $1809
5-star hotel – Doube room: $1854 / Single room: $2101
Price P.P. in USD
Prices and availability are subject to change at the time of booking.
Itinerary:
Day 1 Arrival:
Day 2 Excursion to Junfgraujoch:
Day 3 Night sledging & Fondue:
Day 4 Lucerne:
Day 5 Fun on Mount Titlis Glacier:
Day 6 Horse drawn sleigh ride on Mount Rigi:
Day 7 Departure:
Ski Special with the Chedi Andermatt!
Stay 5 nights and pay for 4 nights only!
Nestled elegantly among the ski chalets of Andermatt, The Chedi Andermatt represents the last word in opulence. From the expert service of the Ski Butlers who will ensure your boots are pre-warmed and your route for the day is mapped out, to the 15 ft high cheese cellar where the in-house sommelier will pick the perfect cheese to accompany your wine, luxury is the only thing on the menu. Designed by Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston International Architects, the ‘living legend’ of hotel design has created a luxurious hotel which combines authentic Swiss Alpine chic with sleek Asian influences. The hotel features a great culinary variety: The Restaurant with four open show kitchens offer both European and Asian cuisine, The Japanese Restaurant serves modern and traditional Japanese specialties, The Club House – an all-day dining venue for Swiss and Italian dishes, and The Chalet serving Swiss Cheese Fondue and Raclette. Other highlights include The Wine and Cigar Library as well as The Bar and Living Room – perfect for après ski, as well as a magnificent spa and health club…
Chedi Andermatt Package inclusions:
- 5 nights lodging in deluxe double room occupancy at the Chedi Andermatt
- Welcome drink
- The Chedi Grand Breakfast, served at The Restaurant / Continental breakfast In-Room
- Complimentary high-speed internet access
- Complimentary selection of coffee, tea, soft drinks and juices in the minibar (replenished once daily and excludes alcoholic beverages)
- Complimentary access to The Spa and Health Club
- The Chedi Bär Kids Club
- Exclusive Hästens beds with pillow top bed
- Built-in fireplace
- Luxury bathroom amenities
- Swiss transfer ticket 1st class (train transfers from/to Zurich or Geneva AP)
Package price:
- From $1,664 pp in double occupancy
*Offer valid for January 9 – February 2 and March 5 – April 1, 2017. Rooms are subject to availability. Other dates and accommodations available.
Located in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Andermatt-Sedrun ski destination is becoming one of central Switzerland’s leading ski resorts. The exceptional climate and the altitude provide optimal snow conditions for skiers and snowboarders all winter season long. Andermatt-Sedrun ski destination is being expanded into central Switzerland’s largest ski area, with state-of-the art facilities, more than 75 miles of slopes, 85 runs and 25 lifts.
Stay 7 nights and pay for 6 nights only at W Verbier Hotel!
The W wow factor comes to Verbier in the form of this uber-chic alpine enclave – located at the foot of the slopes on Place Blanche and the only five star ski-in hotel in town, W Verbier Hotel. Here, just yards from the departure point of the Medran gondola, swish après-ski haunts and numerous exclusive boutiques, you can relax in unfettered comfort in superbly-appointed rooms and suites designed in urban alpine chic style complete with fireplace, balcony and signature W beds. Feast tapas-style, for a modern twist on Swiss classics, in Restaurant Arola where culinary curation is overseen by two-starred Michelin Chef Sergi Arola. Sample cocktail sliders in the Living Room and light snacks with a view of the piste action in the chic W café.
W Verbier Hotel Package inclusions:
- 7 nights lodging in double/twin cozy occupancy in W Verbier Hotel
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Swiss transfer ticket 1st class (train transfers from/to Zurich or Geneva AP)
- 4 Valleys Verbier 6 days lift tickets
Package price
- From $2,890 pp in double occupancy
*Offer valid for December 9-20, 2017, January 8-February 8 and February 19-April 1. Other dates and accommodations available. Restrictions may apply. Subject to availability.
Verbier, “the resort that smiles at the sun”, and the second largest resort in the Swiss Alps, is a delightful French speaking village located on a sunny plateau, in the grand circuit of the “4 Valleys” ski area.
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Stay 7 nights and pay for 6 nights only at Hotel Terrace in Engelberg!
The charming town of Engelberg is Lucerne Region’s biggest winter sports destination. At Engelberg all roads end and you are surrounded by 10’000 feet high mountain peaks. A true winter wonderland! Engelberg’s ski resort has everything for keen winter sports fans. Explore runs with more than 6’500 feet of vertical drop and ski the longest run with a total of 7.4 miles from TITLIS right into town. Engelberg is world famous for its backcountry skiing and yet having slopes that suit every lever of skier perfect. Surrounded by impressive mountains, located on Engelberg’s sunny hill side the Hotel Terrace is reachable in only a few minutes from the Village and cable car station.
Package inclusions:
- 7 nights lodging in double/twin occupancy in Hotel Terrace
- Daily buffet breakfast and 3 course dinner
- Swiss transfer ticket 2nd class (train transfers from/to Zurich or Geneva AP)
- Engelberg 6 days lift tickets
Package price:
- From $1,157 pp in double occupancy
*Offer valid for December 16-April 9, 2017 (except for December 26_January 1) Other dates and accommodations available. Restrictions may apply. Subject to availability.
Engelberg lies in the heart of Switzerland and it has been receiving resort visitors since the 1850s.It has become a popular year round destination. Skiing began in the valley during the early 20th century, brought in by the Benedictine monks whose monastery is still present.
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Wengen Special – Stay 7 nights and pay for 6 nights only
Offer valid for January 15-22, 2017 and March 11-April 02, 2017.
The 4-star hotel Silberhorn, in the center of car-free Wengen, is surrounded by the impressive mountains of the Bernese Oberland at the foot of the Jungfrau. It is located right in the center of the village and is the perfect starting point for various excursions around the Jungfrau region. To the mountain railway station it only takes 1 minute – from there you start the amazing journey up to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe – at 11,332 ft altitude, which is Europe’s highest railway station and the highlight of every visit to Switzerland! At the hotel you will find spa and wellness area with a fitness room, the Swiss ski school, the sports shop Alpia, a jewelry shop as well as à la carte restaurant „Silberhornstube“. Next to the hotel, you will find the ski slope, the ski school beginners’ slope and the ice-rink. With the Männlichen cable car, right next to the hotel, you will reach within 5 minutes the Männlichen mountain which is the perfect starting point for skiing and hiking – always with the view on Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau.
Wengen Special Package inclusions:
- 7 nights lodging in double/twin occupancy in Hotel Silberhorn
- Daily buffet breakfast and dinner
- Swiss transfer ticket 1st class (train transfers from/to Zurich or Geneva AP)
- Jungfrau 6 days lift tickets
Package price:
- $1,826 pp in double occupancy
*Offer valid for January 15-22, 2017 and March 11-April 02, 2017. Other rates, dates and accommodations available. Restrictions may apply.
Wengen’s presence in the lists of ‘most favorite resorts’ for those who have visited it is an unusual one. Most other entrants will be there because of their fantastic skiing.
Wengen will be there because of how you feel just being there, even before you put your skis on.
The awe inspiring mountainscape above and below borders on a spiritual experience for many, which makes even the most bland skiing experience seem transcendental.
Courmayeur Reunion Trip
Travel Dates: January 27 – February 04, 2017
Alpine Adventures has been in ski travel industry for more than 20 years and this magical ski resort played a big part of our history. We have escorted hundreds of ski groups to Courmayeur and Hotel Cresta et Duc. Remember The Bar Roma, Grappa, Maison Vielle, Valle Blanche, Poppy’s and the famous Pub Crawl? The US dollar is strong and its time to return and enjoy the skiing, food and warm hospitality of this amazing Italian ski resort. We invite all of our friends to join us for this special reunion trip. Come say hello to old friends and make new ones! And if you have never been to Courmayuer, all the more reason to join us!
Richelle Blanken and Francesca Pizzorno will be your escorts for the week.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join us in Courmayeur!
See you on the slopes!
Your land only package includes:
- One way shared transfer from either Geneva or Malpensa AP to Courmayeur
- 7 nights’ accommodation on double/twin occupancy basis at Hotel Cresta et Duc ****
- Resort orientation with welcome drink
- Daily buffet Breakfast and 3 course dinner (drinks are not included)
- Resort and hotel taxes
- One way shared transfer from Courmayeur to Malpensa or Geneva AP
Package Price
- $1,153 pp based on double occupancy
- $373 single supplement
Add on activities:
- Group lunch at Maison Vieille (http://www.maisonvieille.com/) $30 pp
- Day trip to Chamonix (departure at 8:30 am and return around 6 pm) $50 pp
Flight schedule out of Miami AP:
January 27th
- Miami – Zurich 8:05 PM 11:00AM
- Zurich – Malpensa 12:25 PM 01:20 PM
February 04th
- Malpensa AP – Zurich 11:10 AM 12:10 PM
- Zurich – Miami 01:15 PM 06:00 PM
$969 per person including taxes and surcharges which are subject to change until ticketed.
For any other gateway, price on request.
Deposits / Payments:
An initial deposit of 50% of the total package is required at time of booking. Final payment 65 days prior to departure.
Courmayeur, “Dolce Vita” under Mont Blanc
Italy is not just Rome, Milan, Venice and Florence, the tourist destinations par excellence: in winter, Courmayeur, on the Italian side of Mont Blanc, is paradise for skiers, climbers and dolce vita enthusiasts. An unrivaled alpine landscape and a warm Italian welcome.
Italy is well-known all over the world for its cultural treasures, its old towns, its fashion design, and its extraordinarily varied landscapes. In winter, in one of the top ten tourist attractions in Italy, a vacation under Mont Blanc cannot be missed. The Roof of Europe, in fact, is also Italian: on the Italian side of the mountain lies Courmayeur, the famous winter resort. The cradle of mountaineering, a romantic village nestled in the Alps, a glamorous destination: there’s always something to enjoy in this fascinating resort.
The most exceptional character of Courmayeur is its unique location: positioned among Italy, France and Switzerland, it represents the essence of the Italian Way of life. On the Italian side of Mont Blanc you can find the sense of style which is so typically Italian. Courmayeur is a perfect synthesis of different cultures. Mountains do not separate people, they rather unite peoples: no barriers can be found in this little town, where, traditionally, Italian and French alike are spoken. Despite being located at high altitude, thanks to its climate, Courmayeur deserves the appellation “the sunny side”: the summits form a barrier to the clouds, and even in the depths of winter the resort often boasts a beautiful bright blue sky.
Courmayeur is a paradise for skiers: the location offers a magnificent view of the Mont Blanc range and a great variety of perfectly powdered slopes. And, at the end of every day, the fun never stops, thanks to the après-ski: the gondola is open until midnight for those who wish to stay on the mountain in the bars and restaurants at high altitude to enjoy an aperitif or a dinner with shows, dj sets and live concerts.
Courmayeur is particularly renowned for freeride, with its stunning scenery of 40 miles of fabulous slopes, lovely blankets of powder, and an incomparable landscape. The ski area gives access to wonderful, world-famous descents, and the area around Mont Blanc offers a series of beautiful off-piste runs, such as the incredibly scenic Vallée Blanche, between Italy and France, and Toula, on the Italian side.
Lastly, Courmayeur, embodies the essence of elegance, which is perfectly represented by its “boutiques”. This town perpetuates an age-old tradition of warm welcome, and at the same time knows every little secret of a refined lifestyle. Here you can find the most prestigious brands and the most trendy bars and restaurants, and, actually, we can even speak of a “Courmayeur way of life”. A stroll in the historic via Roma means plunging into the glamourous style of the shops offering clothing, handcrafts, jewelry and design, as well as the gastronomic delicacies and wines typically produced in Aosta Valley.
Top Hotel Alpina Great Ski Value in Germany’s Winter Sports Capital!
Experience Germany’s winter sports capital with this excellent ski value. The hotel has a central location. Therefore, it ensures that you and your family will have a great time.
The Top Hotel Alpina is in the heart of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It’s just a short walking distance from downtown, the business district and ski areas. Experience Germany with this great ski vacation for a great price!
Top Hotel Alpina is at the top of the mountain. The resort is built around the highest mountain in Germany, the Zugspitze. It is on the altitude of 8,832 feet. There is a glacier with amazing ski terrain for advanced skiers. so you will find terrain ranging from bowls to natural, ungroomed drops. There’s ample opportunity for leisurely, intermediate skiing on the 75 miles of trails.
Due to its location and characteristics, we consider it a unique offer in town. Above all, it’s just a short walking distance from the downtown, business district, and ski areas. In addition, guest can enjoy unforgettable holidays in the world-famous Olympics resort with a magnificent view of Germany’s highest mountain, the 3,000-metre-high Zugspitze.
The H+ Hotel Alpina Garmisch-Partenkirchen’s rooms have bright color schemes, satellite TV channels, and a balcony or terrace.
Guests can use a variety of spa facilities on site, for instance:
- Finnish sauna
- Roman steam room
- Indoor pool
- Massages
- Beauty treatments
The country-style Kaminzimmer Restaurant features a fireplace. It offers German cuisine and fine wines. In summer months, they serve meals on the terrace.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Train Station is an 8-minute walk from the H+ Hotel Alpina Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Garmisch Ski Vacation from $1,798
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